Mamilla Hotel, Jerusalem’s leading high-design luxury hotel and a member of The Set Collection, today officially launches its new “Freedom – Breathing Space” programming for Summer 2023, based around the concept of freedom from different perspectives and a variety of artistic techniques. From wine tasting evenings led by leading Israeli winemakers to expert-guided yoga sessions, art exhibitions and walking tours, the programs will take place at the hotel and across Jerusalem on a complimentary basis, exclusively to guests, from June 2023 through July 2023.
Boasting 194 rooms and suites, Mamilla Hotel is perfectly located in the heart of Jerusalem and provides guests with a first-class hospitality experience in the “Holy City.” From the Old City walls to the Jaffa Gate, guests of the Mamilla Hotel are at the epicenter of Jerusalem’s rich cultural heritage. Designed in collaboration with world-renowned architects Moshe Safdie and Piero Lissoni, the aesthetic of Mamilla Hotel is minimalist, while achieving an undeniable elegance. Guests of the hotel will now be able to book engaging experiences and exclusive tours centered around various facets of the Israeli luxury lifestyle.
Mamilla Hotel’s new June – July 2023 experiential program includes:
“Freedom – Breathing Space” Art Exhibition
Spearheaded by Israeli curator Galit Zimbalist, the exhibition will feature original works by contemporary artists, including Michal Greenbaum, Mati Halili, Maayan, Neta Ganor, Ziv Ringer and Jane Luvitan,” displayed in public spaces in the hotel. These works will be based upon works of different mediums, including classic photography, treated photography, painting and sculpture. Zimbalist says: “Freedom is a common human dream during the days, weeks, months and years we work so hard. When we go on vacation, we want to relax our aching bodies and calm our tired souls. We want some breathing space, in which we can cut ourselves off from the daily grind in order to recharge our batteries. Freedom can also be in our awareness, our thoughts and our mental state. For this kind of freedom, we don’t have to leave our homes or search for greener pastures. The aim is to create freedom anywhere that allows us some breathing space and creativity.” The exhibition will run now through July 2023.
The Freedom to be Happy – Wonderful Wine Evenings in The Mirror Bar
More than 140 different types of the most prestigious Israeli boutique wines from all over the country – from the Negev Desert to the Galilean Mountain ridge and the Judean Hills to the Mediterranean coastal plain – are poured at the Mamilla Wine Cellar, resulting in one of the largest selections of kosher wines in the world. Together, the bottles tell the story of wine in the Land of Israel, a story that began 4,000 years ago. Throughout the spring and summer, Mamilla Hotel will celebrate this freedom of growth, tastes, and abundance in a number of wine-focused events, including workshops and intimate wine tastings every Thursday and Saturday night that are led by leading winemakers from some of Israel’s top boutique wineries. Guests will be treated to tastings of award-winning Israeli wines such as La Foret Blanche, Gvaot winery and Netofa winery, hearing the stories of indigenous grapes and Israeli terroir, with the option to be paired with dishes from the hotel’s new summer menu.
The Freedom to Breathe: Yoga and Meditation on The Roof Of The World
Over the balmy spring and summer months, the Mamilla Hotel’s Akasha Spa will create new programming based around the element of “Air” and breathwork. Guests will be treated to expert-guided yoga and breathing workshops with some of the most experienced local instructors. A highlight of the sessions is a sunset yoga session (starting at 18:00) on June 21, International Yoga Day, led by XX on the hotel’s Sun Deck set against the stunning backdrop of Jerusalem’s Old City Walls.
The Freedom to Experience: New Walking Tours in Jerusalem
Mamilla Hotel reflects Jerusalem’s character – from the ancient and historical to the modern and progressive. Guests of the hotel are invited to discover the hidden secrets and charms of Jerusalem during a variety of guided “Shabbat Tours” that depart every Saturday under the guidance of local guide Oded Amitai. Amongst the sites to be visited include Hozlaretz in Jerusalem, the picturesque European complexes within the Old City walls, the ancient Armenian quarter, the British, French, Italian and Ethiopian royal houses. Within the modern city of Jerusalem, guests will visit charming clandestine complexes unknown to most tourists, learning about the great love stories that Jerusalem has birthed from biblical times to present day, including the stories of important female figures. Showcasing the very best of the region’s architecture, art, history and culture, the tours are available every Saturday between 11:00am and 1:00pm, departing from the hotel lobby.
Mamilla Avenue – Then and Now Walking Tour
“From Past to Future” is a tour through the central, vibrant districts of Jerusalem that have served as entry points between the old and new cities. Led by guide Oded Amitai, guests will experience the area from diverse architectural perspectives, coming face-to-face with buildings and edifices designed by visionary “Architects” from biblical times till the present day. FromHerod the Great, Suleiman the Magnificent to Teddy Kollek, Moshe Safdie and Alfred Akirov, guests will learn about the significance of its location on the municipal border between 1948-1967, meeting local Jerusalemites. Participants will also learn about the archeological digs and findings and the comprehensive restoration of the area, formerly a derelict neighborhood that has been revitalized into a world-renowned cosmopolitan destination, including Mamilla Hotel itself and the Mamilla Outdoor Mall.
Greek Tuesday at Happy Fish
Happy Fish Restaurant, located on a terrace overlooking Mamilla Avenue, opens the summer season with its famous Greek-inspired evenings. Gourmets and gourmands are invited to a subtly sensory festival of wonderful sounds and sumptuous flavors every Tuesday evening, the restaurant will present live Greek music and a range of delicious Mediterranean dishes and original Greek and Middle Eastern cocktails. Diners will also be treated to staple and signature dishes that anchor the Happy Fish menu, including, freshly-baked frena bread with appetizers, fish shawarma on tahini, and a range of fresh fish (St. Peter’s fish, sea bass, etc.) alongside new Greek-style dishes such as ikura (salmon roe), bruschetta, grilled peppers, fish moussaka and more.
For more information about Mamilla Hotel, visit www.mamillahotel.com.
