Ymca Three Arches Hotel - Jerusalem

Historic Jerusalem hotel with a 152-foot observation tower

A Landmark Designed by the Architect of the Empire State Building

The YMCA Three Arches Hotel is a designated city landmark completed in 1933. It was designed by Arthur Loomis Harmon, the architect of the Empire State Building. Guests can take the elevator to the top of the 152-foot observation tower for panoramic views of Jerusalem.

Free Access to a Full Sports & Wellness Center

Guests at the three arches hotel receive free access to the adjacent YMCA sports centre. This facility offers an indoor swimming pool, a jacuzzi, and separate dry saunas for men and women. Free scheduled Zumba, yoga, and spinning classes are available at given time slots, along with a gym and basketball courts.

Non-Smoking Rooms with Essential Comforts

Rooms at the YMCA Three Arches Hotel are non-smoking and include cable TV and air conditioning. Some have been recently renovated and come with a bathtub, hairdryer, and safe. Deluxe Double Rooms provide extra space and some offer city views.

A 10-Minute Walk to the Old City with Free Parking

The hotel is a 10-minute walk from the Old City of Jerusalem and sits opposite the King David Hotel. Free on-site parking is a valuable advantage in central Jerusalem. The Mamilla shopping mall and Mahane Yehuda Market are within walking distance, and a light rail station is a few hundred meters away.

On-Site Dining with Regional Mediterranean Cuisine

The YMCA Three Arches Hotel's restaurant serves non-kosher regional Mediterranean cuisine throughout the day. Breakfast offers a buffet with made-to-order omelettes, fresh vegetables, hummus, and cheeses. In summer, guests can dine on the outdoor terrace, and the hotel also hosts walking tours and temporary art galleries.

• Location: 10-minute walk from the Old City of Jerusalem
• Architecture: 152-foot observation tower designed by Empire State Building architect
• Sports: Free access to indoor pool, jacuzzi, sauna, and group fitness classes
• Dining: Regional Mediterranean dishes with breakfast buffet and made-to-order omelettes
• Parking: Free on-site parking in central Jerusalem
• Activities: Walking tours and temporary art galleries
• Meetings: Meeting facilities for up to 600 guests