This quirky hostel a five-minute walk from Yasser Arafat Sq is spread over three floors of an apartment building, with a half-dozen dorms and a range of single and double rooms. Staffed by a rotating cast of international volunteers, it has one of the best roof terraces in the city.
Hostel in Ramallah
Ramallah
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Nearby Ramallah attractions
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Hosts art exhibitions by the locally and internationally renowned, along with a whole host of other cultural pursuits. Check the website for upcoming…
2. Dar Zahran Heritage Building
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7. Palestinian Heritage Museum
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