The Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem continues to maintain its status as Israel’s most luxurious and acclaimed hotel, winning the title of “Israel’s Leading Hotel 2025” for the second consecutive year from the international tourism organization, the World Travel Awards (WTA), often dubbed the “Oscars of the travel world”.

The prestigious organization, celebrating 32 years of operation, is regarded as the world’s premier benchmark for recognizing excellence in the tourism and hospitality industry. Winners are chosen annually by industry professionals and consumers from over 160 countries, with more than 650,000 votes cast worldwide.

The win was announced this morning, Sunday, October 26, 2025, at an upscale ceremony held in Dubai. This marks the third time in the hotel’s history that it has claimed the coveted title, following previous wins in 2022 and 2024.

Avner On, General Manager of the Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem, stated, “This is an immense source of pride for the Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem, for the entire chain, the hotel staff, and for Jerusalem itself. This second consecutive win proves that it is possible to lead the tourism sector in Israel even during a challenging period, while maintaining an international standard of service and hospitality”.

On added, “We invest significant resources to provide guests with an unforgettable experience, from the culinary offerings to the smallest details. We will continue to operate with a mission to proudly represent Israel and Jerusalem on the international stage”.

The Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem, one of Israel’s most highly-regarded luxury hotels, was built on the foundations of the historic Palace Hotel. It is considered one of the largest and most impressive hotel projects in the country, with an investment of approximately $150 million. The hotel features 226 rooms, including 29 luxury suites, a magnificent ballroom, meeting rooms equipped with advanced technology, gourmet restaurants, a fitness center, a luxury spa, and an uncompromising level of service that embodies a high international standard of luxury hospitality.