Beirut
Sophie the superhero is your host at this strikingly original hotel with an exuberantly contemporary design, all reds, whites and quirks. There's plenty…
Beirut
Sophie the superhero is your host at this strikingly original hotel with an exuberantly contemporary design, all reds, whites and quirks. There's plenty…
Beirut
Nestled on the flank of one of Beirut’s iconic stairways, this place enjoys a privileged position in the heart of the Gemmayzeh district, with great bars…
Tyre
Beautiful tiles and comfortable mattresses give both style and substance to the excellent rooms at this enchanting hotel overlooking the water in the…
Beirut
It's not often a hardened hotel reviewer catches their breath on entering a room, but that's what we did here with the sheer scope of the glorious wrap…
Tripoli
Utterly charming, this rambling, historic dwelling has been repurposed for guests without sacrificing any of its traditional feel. Artfully combined with…
Beirut
Great for Hamra bar-hopping: it's opposite a whole string of them, and this modern hotel offers an excellent standard for the fair prices charged. Rooms…
Lebanon
Tucked between the churches of St Stephen and St George and commanding wonderful sea views from its upper floors, this upmarket but casual hotel is a…
Tripoli
Tucked away in the depths of the port quarter, this enchanting spot is a brilliant renovation of a noble 19th-century mansion. Rooms are simply elegant,…
Byblos
Modern and friendly, this is an excellent choice a short stroll from the historic part of Byblos. The standard rooms are huge, with brushed concrete…
Beirut
This hopping joint in the shadow of the Charles Helou motorway has a range of rooms and single-sex dorms, a communal lounge, a garden nargileh cafe that…
Beirut
As classy as they come, the Albergo is undoubtedly Beirut's best hotel and is a wonderful choice for those who can afford the hefty price tag. Guests…
Beirut
On first glance, the location of this boutique hotel doesn't look auspicious. But if you ignore the fact that a busy motorway is next door, the fact that…
Lebanon
Combine rural relaxation with the grassroots food ethos of the Tawlet mini-empire, and you have a seriously enticing place to stay. It's a traditional…
Qadisha Valley
If you plan to stay at the Cedars, this ivy-clad Alpine-style hotel is the most comfortable option. On the main street, well-run and with the popular Le…
Beirut
Helpful multilingual host Samir has done a great job of maintaining the essence of this characterful old house that's very handy for the boutiques and…
Tyre
Modern and comfortable, this hotel in the pedestrian part of the old city has rooms with flowery bedspreads contrasting with the rough-cut stone walls…
Beirut
Offering excellent value and facilities, this recently opened hostel-hotel in Hamra has smart modern rooms with commodious beds, a proper gym, on-site…
Lebanon
Wealthy Beirutis in search of fresh air dominate the guest list at this elegant place. Built in the 19th century as an emir's residence, it opened as a…
Lebanon
The grande dame of Beit Mery's hotels, this is an excellent choice during the Al Bustan Festival as many concerts are performed here. Though ugly from…
Baalbek
This grand old hotel, opened in 1874, is a nostalgic and beautiful reminder of Baalbek's glory days of tourism: Kaiser Wilhelm, Einstein and de Gaulle all…
Byblos
Hugely popular with young couples enjoying romantic breaks away from Beirut, this classy hotel overlooking the harbour has spacious renovated rooms (many…
Beirut
On the hill above Mar Mikhaël in a typical residential neighbourhood, this friendly hostel is an NGO that uses all profits to help refugees go to…
Lebanon
A stunning two-level arched loggia gives onto a lovely courtyard whose open side reveals a peaceful panorama of tree-clad hillside. The dozen rooms don't…
Beirut
Its French restaurant is well known, but the seven rooms in this boutique option remain a bit of a secret. On the 1st floor, they are chic and comfortable…
Beirut
This four-star hotel is one of the best Beirut summer options, as it has the most impressive beach club in the city. It also has a history of offering…
Beirut
This small hotel in the centre of Hamra provides its guests with location, a friendly welcome, generally clean and well-equipped rooms, and excellent…
Qadisha Valley
Friendly and cosy, this is a genial family-run option offering little privacy but a warm welcome. Bunks and beds could have better mattresses, and there's…
Byblos
A popular three-star choice, this unassuming place has friendly staff, direct access to a small, pebbly beach, and a variety of room types (request one…
Qadisha Valley
Genial owner Wadih Chbat loves helping his guests to take skiing lessons, trek through the valley and visit the local monasteries. Rooms at his old…
Tyre
With its toes almost in the water, this hotel’s location next to Tyre's small white fanar (lighthouse) is its principal draw. Family run, it’s in need of…
Tyre
A true resort, this huge place near the Al Bass Archaeological Site has its own expansive stretch of sandy beach plus a huge pool, gym, restaurant, summer…
Beirut
A Beirut institution, the Mayflower’s rooms are looking worn, but they’re clean, comfortable enough and well priced. There's shabby charm to the dated…
Beirut
Recently renovated rooms in this well-located hotel in the heart of Hamra are on the bland side but offer plenty of space, low beds and desks. Some have a…