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The Mount of Olives is an affordable, family-run hotel situated in the
 heart of Jerusalem's historical/Biblical center. The hotel was
established in 1960 around the home of the Khweis family which is
presently used as the Internet Cafe. Renovations to restore this
centuries old room are scheduled for next year. In addition, the
hotel also has a pleasant sitting and dining room which seats
over 80 people at one setting. All 61 rooms have bath and / or
showers, a telephone, and comfortable beds. The hotel can
accommodate groups of over 100 guests.


The majority of customers are pilgrims who come to be near
the areas where Jesus lived. There are many churches and holy
sites around the hotel commemorating the historic events of the
Bible. These include the Chapel of the Ascension, the Garden of
Gethsemene, the Tomb of the Virgin Mary, the Pater Noster Church,
the Tomb of the Prophets, Dominus Flevit, and the spectacular Russian
Orthodox Church of Saint Mary Magdalene with its seven golden
cupolas making it one of Jerusalem's most distinctive landmarks.

The hotel is situated atop the highest point in Jerusalem. As a result,
approximately eleven of its rooms command a dramatic view of the
Old City. Indeed, it is fair to say that the Mount of Olives Hotel has the
single best view of Jerusalem from any vantage point in the city.

The most popular room is 317-318 which is surrounded by large
glass windows. Past visitors have described their stay in this
adjoining room as "a remarkable spiritual experience, as though
you are sleeping in a helicopter overlooking the Dome of the Rock."


Public transportation to and from Damascus Gate runs daily until
approximately 5:00 p.m. Afterwards, it is possible to either walk or
take a private taxi for about $7.00 depending on the guest's negotiation
skills with the driver. A walk to the Old City is a very pleasant experience
though most visitors generally prefer to walk down the hill than up.



http://www.mtolives.com/