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Rafael Residence

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Business centre
Suite, Terrace, Garden Area | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV
Property entrance
Penthouse, Terrace | Terrace/patio
Comfort Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

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Map
Derech Bethlehem 70, Bak'a, Entrance off Zrubavel St. No. 5, Jerusalem, 9350419
  • Jaffa Gate
    2 min drive
  • Mamilla Mall
    3 min drive
  • Mount Zion
    3 min drive
  • Tel Aviv (TLV-Ben Gurion)
    56 min drive

Room options

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Comfort Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Comfort Suite

  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, Terrace, Garden Area | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Suite, Terrace, Garden Area

  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Penthouse, Terrace | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV

Penthouse, Terrace

  • 100 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds

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About this property

Rafael Residence

Jerusalem aparthotel in Baka with 24-hour business centre and coffee shop/cafe
A 24-hour business centre, a coffee shop/cafe and concierge services are available at this smoke-free aparthotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include dry cleaning, laundry facilities and tour/ticket assistance. Each apartment offers free WiFi and free wired Internet, an LCD TV with cable channels, plus a sitting area and a fridge. Added amenities include a microwave, a stovetop and a coffee/tea maker.
Rafael Residence offers 35 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas and includes desks. Full-sized fridge/freezers and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

During your stay at Rafael Residence, you're just a quick walk from Mount Herzl. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus a coffee shop/cafe and a 24-hour business centre. This aparthotel has 35 apartments. Each apartment includes amenities such as free WiFi and an LCD TV.
  • Each apartment offers a living room, an LCD TV and a full-sized fridge
  • Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at Grand cafe, a coffee shop that serves international cuisine
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • Steps from Mount Herzl and 11 minutes on foot from Haas Promenade
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. You'll find a 24-hour business centre on site. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Rafael Residence. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property.

This Jerusalem aparthotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a full breakfast daily from 8 AM to 11:30 AM.
Grand cafe – This coffee shop specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, Hebrew, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Family friendly

  • Free cot

Restaurants on site

  • Grand cafe

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave

Dining

  • Daily full breakfast available 8 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 20 for adults and USD 20 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Couples/private dining

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed: USD 30 per night

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Luggage storage
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Safe
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In a shopping district
  • In an entertainment district

Things to do

  • Health club (partner property) nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 3 buildings
  • 35 units
  • Garden
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 80
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open Sunday - Friday (8:30 AM - 9:30 PM) and Saturday - Saturday (7:30 PM - 9:30 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Check-in time is 9:30 PM on Saturdays and Jewish holidays.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • You may be asked to pay the following charges at the property: Israel value-added tax (17%). Nonresident travellers who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (17%).

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately USD 20 for adults and from USD 20 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 95 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Early check-in fee: USD 80 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Rafael Residence offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. This property's front desk is open during the following times:
  • Sunday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 9:30 PM
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 48 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 9 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Property is also known as

Rafael Residence
Rafael Residence Apartment
Rafael Residence Apartment Jerusalem
Rafael Residence Jerusalem
Tamar Residence Hotel Jerusalem
Rafael Residence Jerusalem
Rafael Residence Aparthotel
Rafael Residence Aparthotel Jerusalem

Rafael Residence Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 162 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 162 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 162 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 162 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 162 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Second good stay at Rafael
Great service, great location in Baka, would happily stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elliot

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Third stay
This was my third time staying at the Rafael Residence. Small one bedroom apartments. Convenient parking, friendly and accommodating staff, kitchenette, business friendly. Lovely neighborhood with excellent public transportation. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have been here before and will come back again! Great to have a little kitchen, living room, and bedroom.
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oleg

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elie

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Excellent accommodation in Baka
Amazing location in the heart of Baka. Very clean and compact. Perfect for our needs. Good value for money. Coffee shops and shul nearby. Very pleasant handling, even when we came in very late at night. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

james, Oakland

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable spaces, nice kitchen, prompt service from hosts
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Disliked: Room comfort
More like a motel
Extremely run down more similar to a motel than a hotel. Bed and pillows terrible No working ac in bedroom Towels smelled bad Dust on night stands One of the 2 tv didn’t work Has potential to be great if they were updated grounds were beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Roman, Newton

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
TV in bed room did not work and nobody was available to attend to it. Also, no way to lv a message in the evening/ night
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pavel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, spacious, suitable for various functionality.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Alan

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
We rented a 1-bedroom unit. The LR/DR was smaller than expected. Also no paper towels, tissues or dish soap. Washer/dryer was in the basement and coin operated; but there were nearby laundries with quick turn around
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Everything was good except that the bathroom of our room (114) had the constant overpowering stench of sewage.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ethan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our first time driving in Jerusalem so it was a little overwhelming, but Eli was very helpful in finding the building over the phone and getting the keys after hours. The unit was sufficient for our stay of 2 nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Amnon

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Short but comfortable stay. Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Manohar

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is good property Quick in reponding.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amnon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Good choice!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Charles

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Residence Raphael Jerusalem
Positive feedback. Uneventful. Will come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean in excellent location. Staff were very friendly and accommodatin. Apartment is small and kitchen is not really useable for cooking. TV could do with updating and larger choice of English programs.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Becky

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Quiet but fun atmosphere, around the property. Lots of shops and nice eateries nearby!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a wonderful place to stay. I keep the Shabbat and they were very accommodating. They provided a hot water urn, hot plate and even a timer. I was able to entertain my family on the beautiful terrace for lunch. It was absolutely beautiful. I will be coming back! Thank you for a wonderful stay. Cathy
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

mindy

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

tali

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022