Ottoman palace hideaway
Restored Ottoman salons open to a breezy rooftop terrace where sunset drinks overlook ancient stone walls and the Mediterranean.
“Tucked into the ancient, magical maze that is Old Acre, the Efendi Hotel looks out onto the city walls and the sea just beyond.”
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Vaulted sandstone arches frame Tom Dixon chandeliers, Moroso seating, and historic Italian-restored ceiling woodwork.
Remarkable
Restored Ottoman palaces layered over 900-year-old Crusader cellars, featuring preserved 19th-century frescoes and hand-painted ceilings.
Notable
Tangible connection to Old Acre backstreets, paired with Galilean breakfasts around a communal wooden knight's table.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler, Wallpaper* and AFAR.
After an eight-year renovation, the two buildings that now make up the twelve-room hotel are looking better than ever, a painstakingly detailed homage to the place’s remarkable architectural provenance.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Set within Acre's walled Old City, the hotel is surrounded by ancient stone alleyways steps from the promenade and Al-Jazzar Mosque.
The rooms
Twelve rooms blend marble floors and hand-painted Ottoman ceiling motifs with arched windows looking out toward the sea or hills.
The hammam and spa
A 400-year-old Ottoman hammam provides traditional scrub rituals, and private treatment rooms host massages and bodywork.
At the table
Galilean breakfasts are served around a communal wooden table under painted ceilings, and the wine cellar occupies 900-year-old Crusader vaults.
A pair of nineteenth-century homes in the middle of an Arab village—and ancient port town—on the Mediterranean, a two-hour drive from Tel Aviv.
How it began
Local restorers spent eight years painstakingly uniting two derelict Ottoman palaces, preserving century-old wall frescoes and Byzantine foundations.
“Public spaces, including a wine cellar converted from Crusader and Byzantine ruins, can be found in the hotel's southern structure, while a 400-year old hammam was transformed into the spa.”
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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.