King David 19, Jerusalem, 9410143
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King David Apartment – J&J Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to King David Apartment – J&J on one of Jerusalem‘s most prestigious streets, you immediately get that this is something special. It’s not your typical hotel setup — this is an apartment rental that feels like staying at a well-connected friend’s place in the heart of the city. The building has that solid, established feel you want when you’re planning to actually settle in somewhere for a few days rather than just crash between sightseeing marathons.

The Location Magic

Honestly, the location is what makes this place shine. King David Street isn’t just any street in Jerusalem — it’s where you want to be if you’re serious about exploring the city properly. You’re walking distance from the Old City walls, but you’re also close enough to the modern parts of town that you don’t feel cut off from good restaurants and actual life. I mean, couples are rating the location 9.6 out of 10, and that’s not happening by accident. You can actually walk to most of the major sites without needing to figure out buses or taxis every single time.

The Apartment Experience

What you get here is a proper room setup that feels more like a temporary home than a hotel stay. The space has that lived-in comfort that makes you want to actually unpack your suitcase instead of living out of it for a week. It’s a four-star level of comfort, which in Jerusalem apartment terms means you’re getting quality without the stuffiness of some of the bigger hotels. The furnishings are solid, the beds are comfortable, and — this matters more than you’d think — there’s enough space to spread out your maps and guidebooks without everything feeling cramped.

Practical Perks

Here’s something that’ll save you both money and headaches: they’ve got free parking on site. If you’re planning to rent a car and explore beyond Jerusalem (and you should), this is huge. Finding parking in this part of the city can be a real nightmare, and paying for hotel parking adds up fast. The fact that it’s included means you can actually use Jerusalem as your base for day trips to places like Bethlehem or the Dead Sea without worrying about where to leave your car.

Why Guests Love It

What really works about this place is that it gives you the independence of having your own space while putting you right in the middle of everything that matters in Jerusalem. You’re not stuck eating every meal at some hotel restaurant — you can walk to the Machane Yehuda market, grab fresh ingredients, and actually cook if you want to. But you’re also close enough to great local spots that you can be spontaneous about dinner plans. It’s that sweet spot where you feel like you’re living in Jerusalem for a few days rather than just passing through as a tourist.

King David Apartment – J&J Accommodations

AccommodationDetailsEstimated Price
Studio1 extra-large double bed for Max persons: 2$116
One-Bedroom Apartment1 extra-large double bed and 4 sofa beds for Max persons: 4$174
Deluxe One-Bedroom Apartment1 extra-large double bed and 2 sofa beds for Max persons: 4$174
Two-Bedroom Family Apartment2 single beds, 1 large double bed and 2 sofa beds for Max persons: 4$193
Two-Bedroom Standard Apartment1 extra-large double bed, 2 single beds and 2 sofa beds for Max persons: 4$228
Two-Bedroom Apartment1 extra-large double bed, 2 single beds and 2 sofa beds for Max persons: 6$212
Three-Bedroom Premium Apartment2 × 1 extra-large double bed, 2 single beds and 2 sofa beds for Max persons: 6$270

Reviews of King David Apartment – J&J

  • Marc from France – 14 April 2025 (8/10)

    Propreté, sérieux

  • Sandra from France – 7 March 2025 (6/10)

    Emplacement central mais calme. Efficacité dans la réception des informations pour le check-in et check-out. Propre.

    What could be improved: Les photos sont trompeuses car l’appartement est en réalité vétuste. Le volet était cassé, donc difficile de dormir correctement.

  • Larry from United States – 4 February 2025 (3/10)

    wonderful location

    What could be improved: Host was extremely unresponsive. 3rd bedroom was actually in main living area. Received incorrect responses to questions about apartment. Kitchen poorly maintained. Insufficient supply of toilet paper and paper towels for 13 night stay.

  • Seewald from United States – 23 January 2025 (7/10)

    The location was phenomenal.

    What could be improved: Upon check-in after traveling for 24 hours we had no toilet paper or tissues to use the bathroom and stores were not open at 11pm.

  • Angela from Australia – 14 January 2025 (6/10)

    Location

    What could be improved: Very average and dated decor.
    The car park area was very unpleasant.

  • Sherry from United States – 30 December 2024 (4/10)

    The location was great

    What could be improved: The extra linens were stained and had hair from previous guests. The bathroom cabinets were warped from water damage and peeling.
    The rug was very stained and the TV was extremely scratched. The apartment felt dingy and dirty
    The unit came with free parking which was nice but you had to use an app to open the gates from -2 level with no cell service.

  • Michael from Israel – 17 November 2024 (9/10)

    Great position

    What could be improved: No bath

  • Jason from United States – 12 November 2024 (8/10)

    Location was great

  • דב from Israel – 9 October 2024 (8/10)

    נעים מאד

    What could be improved: אין

  • Abraham from United States – 3 June 2024 (8/10)

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Jaffa Gate: 700 m
  • Zion Square: 900 m
  • Damascus Gate: 1.3 km
  • Israel Museum: 2.6 km
  • Rockefeller Museum: 1.9 km
  • Shrine of the Book: 2.5 km
  • Montefiore Windmill: 550 m
  • Garden of Gethsemane: 2.4 km
  • Tower of David Museum: 750 m
  • Jerusalem Botanical Garden: 2.8 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar Glasgow: 450 m
  • Cafe/bar The Winery: 350 m
  • Restaurant Kedma Brasserie: 600 m

Top attractions:

  • Yad Vashem: 6 km
  • Manger Square: 8 km
  • Rachel’s Tomb: 7 km
  • Al Manara Square: 17 km
  • Holyland Model of Jerusalem: 2.9 km

Natural beauty:

  • Mountain Temple Mount: 1.7 km

Public transport:

  • Train Jerusalem Malha: 5 km
  • Bus Ramallah Bus Station: 17 km
  • Train Jerusalem – Yitzhak Navon: 2.7 km
  • Bus Jerusalem Central Bus Station: 2.7 km

Closest airports:

  • Ben Gurion Airport: 48 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen

Bathroom:

  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Hairdryer

Living Area:

  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Miscellaneous:

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Lift

Outdoor & View:

  • City view

Room Amenities:

  • Clothes rack
  • Ironing facilities

Languages spoken:

  • English

Media & Technology:

  • Cable channels
  • TV

Great for your stay:

  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Lift
  • Cable channels

Other for your stay:

  • Children’s high chair
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

House Rules at King David Apartment – J&J

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 16:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • Until 11:00

Age restriction:

  • The minimum age for check-in is 21

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.

Guest reviews

Staff:

7.6

Comfort:

7.1

Location:

9.6

Free WiFi:

7.5

Facilities:

6.7

Cleanliness:

7.3

Value for money:

7.0