The Drisco Hotel Tel Aviv - Relais & Châteaux - Adults Only
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The Drisco Hotel Tel Aviv - Relais & Châteaux - Adults Only · Tel Aviv, Israel
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Key Highlights
- ✓Exceptional Service: The staff's attentiveness and personalized approach are frequently lauded, making guests feel like family.
Expert Review: The Drisco Hotel Tel Aviv - Relais & Châteaux - Adults Only
The Drisco Hotel Tel Aviv - Relais & Châteaux - Adults Only, a Michelin Key Selected property, is widely acclaimed for its exceptional blend of historic grandeur and modern luxury. Guests consistently praise its sophisticated ambiance, personalized service, and prime location, making it a standout choice for discerning adult travelers in Tel Aviv.
1. Overall Rating & Sentiment
The Drisco Hotel generally receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with an impressive overall rating of 9.2 on Agoda and a 9.4/10 rating on Trip.com. Reviews frequently use terms like "exceptional," "stunning," "luxurious oasis," and "timeless sophistication" to describe the experience. The consensus highlights a boutique atmosphere that feels both exclusive and welcoming.
2. Key Highlights
Guests particularly love several aspects of The Drisco Hotel:
- Historic Restoration & Design: The hotel is housed in a beautifully restored 1866 Ottoman-style classic building in the American Colony district, offering a unique fusion of old-world charm and contemporary design.
- Exceptional Service: The staff's attentiveness and personalized approach are frequently lauded, making guests feel like family.
- Award-Winning Dining: The in-house "George & John" restaurant is a significant draw, recognized among the 50 best restaurants in the Middle East & North Africa.
- Rooftop Terrace & Garden: The rooftop terrace offers stunning views of the city and the Mediterranean Sea, ideal for relaxing with a drink. A serene garden and charming patio also provide tranquil spaces.
- Adults-Only Policy: The hotel's adults-only policy (guests aged 18 and above) contributes to a quiet and serene environment, preferred by many seeking relaxation.
3. Room Quality
The Drisco Hotel features 55 elegantly designed rooms and suites, each individually curated to blend historic character with modern luxury. Rooms often incorporate subtle nods to the building's legacy, such as carved headboards, ornate tilework, plush Turkish carpets, and pendant lanterns. Amenities are upscale and include Carrara marble bathrooms with walk-in showers, Egyptian cotton bedding, Nespresso machines, and Smart TVs. Some rooms offer spacious balconies with city or sea views, and guests can also opt for the more private Villa Drisco with its own garden courtyard. While generally praised for comfort and cleanliness, some guest feedback indicates that certain rooms, particularly "Classic Rooms," can be on the smaller side, with occasionally tiny bathrooms.
4. Dining Experience
The dining experience at The Drisco is a major highlight. The hotel's renowned restaurant, George & John, serves modern Israeli cuisine with Mediterranean influences. It has been voted one of the 50 best restaurants in the Middle East & North Africa. Breakfast is particularly lauded as "outstanding," "legendary," and "exceptional," featuring a rich buffet with seasonal fruits, yogurts, cheeses, breads, cakes, and pastries, alongside a unique menu for made-to-order main dishes like shakshuka, salmon benedict, or French toast. The Drisco Bar in the lobby offers a sophisticated ambiance for cocktails and fine wines. Room service is also available for those who prefer to dine in their rooms.
5. Service & Staff
The service and staff at The Drisco Hotel consistently receive top marks, with perfect scores of 10.0 in staff performance reported on some booking platforms. Guests describe the staff as "super friendly," "welcoming," "attentive," and "exceptionally pleasant." The hotel prides itself on a personal touch, with an average of three employees per guest, aiming to make visitors feel like family members. The concierge team is readily available to assist with excursions, reservations, and local recommendations.
6. Location & Accessibility
The hotel is ideally situated in the tranquil American-German Colony district, a quiet and picturesque area of Tel Aviv with historic houses. Its location offers convenient access to various popular attractions:
- Nearby Neighborhoods: It's a short walk to the trendy Neve Tzedek neighborhood, known for its boutiques and cafes, as well as Florentin and Old Jaffa with its flea market and art galleries.
- Beaches & Promenade: Mediterranean beaches are within walking distance.
- Cultural Sites: Attractions like the Suzanne Dellal Center for Dance and Theater and the Hatachana Compound are close by.
- Transport: Sde Dov Airport is approximately 15 minutes away, and Ben Gurion International Airport is a 20-minute drive. The hotel offers valet parking, though availability can be limited.
7. Value & Pricing
While considered a luxury property, The Drisco Hotel is often seen as offering good value for the experience, with rates starting from around $294. Prices can vary seasonally, with February rates starting from $421 and July rates from $617. The hotel frequently offers special packages and discounts, such as "stay more, pay less" deals, which can include complimentary welcome drinks and happy hour. Guests with a tourist visa to Israel are exempt from paying VAT.
8. Common Complaints
Despite the overwhelmingly positive reviews, some minor criticisms have been noted by guests:
- Room/Bathroom Size: A few reviews mention that some rooms, particularly "Classic Rooms," can be small, and bathrooms can be tiny.
- Parking: While valet parking is offered, its availability can be limited, leading to guests needing to find alternative parking in the surrounding area.
- Rooftop Noise: On occasion, music noise from the rooftop area has been reported, suggesting that guests who prefer quiet rooms might need to coordinate with staff in advance.
- Internet Connectivity: One review mentioned poor internet connection, making it difficult to stream content.
Sources
- agoda.com
- trip.com
- booking.com
- telaviv.com.ua
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- michelin.com
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Points to Consider
- •Despite the overwhelmingly positive reviews, some minor criticisms have been noted by guests:
- •Internet Connectivity: One review mentioned poor internet connection, making it difficult to stream content.
Google Reviews
1,164 reviews
Recent Guest Reviews
J Law
I had a nice stay and there's a lot to like. I had a large room with a balcony facing the street, it was pretty quiet except for some sporadic construction. The hotel is beautiful but I thought some of the service fell a little short as well as the breakfast for the money I paid. The breakfast was delicious but one item i.e. pancakes or eggs, not both, I've never seen before, and fruit selectio...
Daniel Asscher
I’ve had the pleasure of staying at The Drisco several times over the past few years, and it continues to impress me every time. It truly is an oasis of calm, elegance, and refinement. The staff are exceptional, warm, attentive, and genuinely committed to making every guest feel welcome and comfortable. The food is equally outstanding. Beautifully presented, refined, and consistently delicious. If...
Response from the owner
Dear Daniel<br>Thank you very much for your wonderful and heartfelt feedback.<br><br>It is truly a pleasure to know that The Drisco continues to impress you over the years and remains a place you retu...
Assaf Matia
We spent a night at the Drisco and we had a nice experience. The rooms are basic although the bathrooms are huge and well equipped. The balcony (we had one) is a waste of money... you are blocked by a tall building one side and by a huge Ficus tree on the other...no view at all. The staff was very welcoming and supportive and the overall vibe is excellent. The rooftop drink "happy hour" is nice ge...
Response from the owner
Dear Assaf<br>Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at The Drisco. We are delighted to know that you enjoyed the welcoming service of our team and the overall atmosphere of the hotel,...
Ninglamor
Beautiful old building, immaculate rooms, and a great chef's breakfast à la carte. Plus, you get a happy hour in the historical Mark Twain lounge.
Response from the owner
Dear Ninglamor<br>Thank you very much for your kind and thoughtful feedback.<br>We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the beauty of our historic building, the immaculate rooms, and the chef’s à la...
leslie rockitter
Not enough words to describe this Historic gem of a hotel. The food, the cleanliness, the convenience. But what makes this hotel unforgettable, is the magnificent and caring staff. We felt like family, and we loved each and every one of them. We loved it, we miss it and we can’t wait to go back.
Response from the owner
Dear Leslie,<br><br>Thank you so much for your heartfelt words. <br>We are truly delighted to know that you felt at home with us and enjoyed the food, cleanliness, and unique historic charm of our hot...
Karina Steinberg
Great hotel, this is our second time we come here, rooms are amazing, super new, their breakfast are luxurious and delicious, great location, great concierge services, people are happy and it’s super nice place to stay way from huge tourist crowds. Favorite hotel in Tel Aviv.
Response from the owner
Dear Karina<br>Thank you so much for your wonderful words and for returning to stay with us ! <br>We’re delighted to know that you enjoyed our rooms, breakfast, and attentive concierge service. It’s a...
