Nestled in a stylishly renovated 1920s villa, this chic boutique hotel boasts elegant rooms, a vibrant French-Asian restaurant, and a buzzing bar that's a local favorite.
"Though it sits squarely in Tel Aviv’s Lev Ha’ir (the heart of the city), Hotel Montefiore feels almost hidden away, not least because of the fact that greenery shrouds much of the restored 1922 mansion. Gaze out the window of the lobby restaurant (where you should, without fail, order the Tunisian eggs for breakfast) and you’re as likely to find yourself leaf-peeping as people-watching. The hotel feels all the more intimate with its grand total of 12 guestrooms, each cozily appointed with well-stocked book shelves and retro armchairs. The vibe here isn’t strictly old-timey, however. You’ll also find a striking modern art collection and a DVD library that (almost) rivals the book selection. As tempted as you may be to binge-watch or read in your down-draped bed, don’t skip a nightcap in the downstairs bar, which is the picture of international style, whether you’re talking about the crowd or the menu offerings."
"Serving french cuisine with a Vietnamese touch: widely regarded by locals as an institution, it exudes European ambiance and also has one of the coolest bars in town."
"The best of Tel Aviv’s stylish hotels is a meticulously renovated 1920s mansion, with an arabesque dome and bijou Juliet balconies in 8 of the 12 guest rooms. The accommodations have original 1930s furniture by German Bauhaus designer Thonet, libraries packed with art and travel tomes, and chocolate- and champagne-stocked mini-bars. The small but capable staff multitask, handling everything from picnic lunches to reservations for Tel Aviv’s most popular tables, including at the Montefiore’s own French-Asian restaurant. An adjacent bar has become the HQ for media, art, and finance swells. Although off the typical tourist path—a.k.a. the beach—the hotel’s location close to top shopping, restaurants, and architectural icons makes it a chic alternative to the tired chain hotels."
"Located in the posh Montefiore boutique hotel, this charming restaurant has become a local institution to see and be seen. Ruti and Mati Broudo of R2M restaurant group are known for their high standards for food and service at all of their ventures, and Montefiore is no exception. The plush room is as pretty as the plates — refined bistro classics with hints of Vietnamese cuisine that showcase the best of local ingredients. Breakfast is a destination every day of the week. [$$-$$$]" - Keren Brown
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