Amman, JordanJabal Amman
Intercontinental Amman (Jordan)
Mid-century diplomatic district hotel
Mid-century diplomatic district hotel
It runs as an energetic diplomatic hub, where expansive 1960s lounges and Arab design motifs host everyday meetings and evening crowds.
What it’s good at
Notable
Jordan's first international luxury hotel has anchored Jabal Amman's diplomatic quarter since 1962.
Listed
Club InterContinental privileges feature private check-in and evening cocktails above the city.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler.
After 50 years, the property feels fresh and vital. Large public areas with seating provide impromptu meeting space, rooms are large with attention to detail.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
The hotel sits between Jabal Amman's Second and Third Circles, with the historic Citadel and Old City just down the hill.
The rooms
Bedrooms favor a calm, understated look, with generous floor plans and notably spacious bathrooms.
The pools
Bring a swimsuit.
A palm-fringed outdoor pool sits on the sun terrace, and the heated indoor pool rests beneath mosaic columns.
The spa
Holistic wellness rituals and massages fill the spa menu, and thermal areas include saunas and a jetted hot tub.
The gym
Treadmills look out across the Amman skyline, and strength machines sit under a circular glass-block skylight.
Restaurant
Bourj Al Hamam
Lebanese mezze and grilled meats anchor the menu in a circular rotunda dining room under a grand chandelier.
At the table
The rooftop terrace pours cocktails with panoramic hillside views, and Soba serves fresh sushi at a dedicated counter.
How it began
Known locally as La Grande Dame, the property opened in 1962 as the Al Urdon Hotel before joining InterContinental two years later.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.