Alma

Suleiman Fasha Street- Old City of Akko, ‘Akko, 2471402, Israel – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.5/10! <small>(score from <b>206</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.4
Scored 9.4
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a living room with a tv in a stone wall at Alma in ‘Akko
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a bedroom with a bed in a stone wall at Alma in ‘Akko
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Alma

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  • Apartments
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Balcony
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Luggage storage
  • Heating

Located in the Old City of ‘Akko, 3.3 km from The Bahá’í Gardens, Alma provides apartments with free WiFi. Each apartment comes with a seating area, a kitchenette and a dining area. The apartments share a common courtyard area. Acco Marina is 300 metres from the apartments, while Ethnographic Museum "Treasures in the Walls" is 700 metres from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

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Reliable info
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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
and
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
and
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom 3:
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
9.5
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  • Catherine
    Australia Australia
    “unique design and location was excellent. wonderful breakfast arrangements which we really appreciated. Michal was very helpful and pleasant to communicate with. Directions to find Alma were very clear. thank you”
  • Justine
    Australia Australia
    “Very well described in what is a difficult old world city. Michal was an excellent communicator”
  • Pietro
    Italy Italy
    “excellent position, nice historical building clear and quick communication with host”
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Michal Firestone

9.5
9.5
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Michal Firestone
In the heart of the Old City of Akko, steps away from the market, the port, and the contemporary culinary scene - The serenity of Alma’s closed complex envelopes you the minute you enter the intimate courtyard. With thoughtful preservation of the original Crusader and Ottoman architectural elements, impressive arches and stonework, Alma offers its guests an enchanting experience. The compound consists of three spacious and beautiful studio apartments, two of which are interconnected. Each apartment can host up to four guests, is meticulously appointed and offers a luxurious king-size bed, a pampering walk-in shower, a cozy oriental sitting area. a fully equipped kitchenette and a dining area. The king-size bed in two apartments may be separated into single beds, and the sitting area offers extra beds. The three apartments share a common stone paved patio, which offers an ideal space for socializing or relaxing at the end of the day. The apartments may be rented separately or together to accommodate a large group of family or friends.
I am an architect and a conservationist of historic towns. I also travel extensively and enjoy living in apartments wherever I go. Creating Alma was a dream come true and proved to be the realization of both my personal and professional experience. I've designed Alma's apartments as ones that I would like to stay at while travelling. In the process, I've revived a ruin and am now reintroducing the building into the life and the fabric of the city. I fell in love with Akko, and I hope that staying at Alma will help you fall in love with it too. Thank you for choosing Alma, and please feel free to contact me for any information or help during your stay.
Only two hours by train or car from Tel Aviv, Alma is located in the heart of the Old City of Acre (Akko). Akko, which is an Ottoman town, and which lies on top of a Crusader city that remains almost intact, is a living World Heritage City with vibrant stone alleys, breathtaking views and a long history. Next door to Alma you will find a traditional neighborhood bakery with fragrant local breads fresh out of the oven and a grocery store. All other attractions are but a few minutes away by foot. Favorite attractions include the Halls of the Crusader Citadel, the Templar's tunnel, the City Walls Promenade, the port, the Turkish Hamams (one a museum, and one active), the market, the beach and local food. Akko also boasts one of the best contemporary culinary scenes in Israel. Alma’s location allows you to feel the pulse of Akko, and to take part in the daily life of this beautiful and ancient city. Alma is also an ideal base for travelers to explore the Northwestern region of Israel, and is a great starting point for trips to the Western Galilee with its many attractions, and to the Northern Israeli coastal shores of the Mediterranean.
Languages spoken: English,Hebrew

Property surroundings

Facilities of Alma
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
No parking available.
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
Wellness
  • Full body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Live music/performance
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cooking class
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
Outdoor & View
  • Inner courtyard view
Building characteristics
  • Private apartment in building
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Miscellaneous
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Hebrew

House rules

Alma takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 00:00

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

Until 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 8 years are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa American Express Cash Alma accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Based on local tax laws, guests with a tourist visa to Israel are exempted from paying VAT for their reservation. Israeli citizens and residents ("non tourists" as defined in the VAT law) must pay VAT. This tax is automatically calculated in the total cost of the reservation for domestic customers. For guests booking from outside of Israel, the tax is not included in the total price.

Please inform Alma in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

FAQs about Alma

  • Check-in at Alma is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Alma (subject to availability). These have:

    • 1 bedroom
    • 2 bedrooms
    • 3 bedrooms

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Alma is 0.7 miles from the centre of ‘Akko. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Alma (subject to availability). These can accommodate:

    • 10 guests
    • 2 guests
    • 4 guests
    • 6 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The prices at Alma may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Alma on this page.

  • Alma offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Hiking
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Windsurfing
    • Back massage
    • Live music/performance
    • Head massage
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Foot massage
    • Beach
    • Full body massage
    • Walking tours
    • Neck massage
    • Cooking class
    • Hand massage
    • Couples massage