National Geographic Traveller (UK)

"Amman’s landmark hotel is visible from every corner of the city, not least at night when its exterior is bathed in purple light. Its restaurant is top-notch, while its spa extends over two floors."

"Comfortable four-star amid the quiet residential streets of Shmeisani. Its 66 rooms are complemented by a next-door gym."

"This stylish gastropub boasts a rooftop bar overlooking the Citadel, a lengthy cocktail and wine list, and stays open till 1am."

"Basking on the seventh floor of the Al Qasr Metropole. The cocktail list is enticing — ‘Red Citrus’ blends vodka and orange liqueur with lime — and the city views are splendid."

"Sufra makes excellent use of an Ottoman townhouse to serve delicacies like mansaf (lamb with rice, almonds and pine seeds) and houmous billahmeh (mashed chickpeas with mincemeat)."

"‘Grandmother’s House’ fits in neatly with Jabal Al Weibdeh left-field spirit. Guests learn to cook traditional Jordanian dishes such as mouttabal (eggplant dip) and maaloubeh, then eat the results."