Best Beirut hotels near American University of Beirut
Welcome to our hotel, a city landmark with sophisticated conference facilities and world-class service. Decorated with contemporary art, our historic buildings feature a spa and a neoclassical pool with views of Zaitunay Bay. Our huge ballroom and private meeting spaces are ideal for business, events and weddings. Dining venues include our Italian eatery with a terrace and the Cascade Lounge with its striking central fountain. Chic residence suites offer everything you need for a longer stay.




Overall 8.9 Excellent
Based on 480 reviews
Good
6.8
Excellent
9.4
Pros: the decor was amazing, the staff was very friendly, the location was great, the security was outstanding
Mediocre
2.0
Pros: location nomore .
Good
6.0
Pros: the location is good and the looby and the security.
Good
6.0
Pros: The Amethyst pool area is amazing. feels really VIP and the staff there treat you like royalty and make the effort to talk to you.
Okay
5.3
Good
7.0
Pros: the people respect.
Okay
5.2
Pros: Services
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4.0
Pros: when i checked-in the hotel did not have my room ready eaven thou i called and sent an e-mail to duble-check and also conferm my reservation when i came from a long trip the hotel keept my wating for 2 houers and then the said we are sorry because we are over-booked and they put me in a suit with some friends for lack of rooms ...... thats somthing i did not accept
Okay
4.8
Pros: The hotel ambience and facilities
Excellent
8.0
Pros: staff and the location
Good
6.0
Pros: The room service is good for its value.
A stay at Radisson Blu Hotel, Beirut Verdun places you in the heart of Beirut, steps from ABC Mall - Verdun and a 2-minute drive from Pigeon Rocks. Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, limo/town car service, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. This hotel has 6 meeting rooms available for events. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.




Overall 8.7 Excellent
Based on 623 reviews
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Excellent
8.0
Pros: Location - staff
Excellent
8.8
Good
7.0
Pros: It is within small mall, whcih contains cinema, McDonald and kids recreations.
Excellent
8.0
Pros: My first choice in Beirut!!! The welcome was great, location was excellent, cleanliness and comfort of the room were outstanding.
Good
6.3
Pros: i liked the location
Good
6.0
Pros: Its Location
Good
7.7
Pros: The staff were very helpfull and they even upgraded my room.
Okay
5.2
Pros: The location
Mediocre
2.0
Pros: Nothing
Okay
4.0
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Mediocre
3.6
Pros: location
Okay
4.8
Pros: The best at this hotel is the location. it is near every thing and easy to reach to downtown and many other places.
Located in Beirut (Hamra), Gems Hotel is within a 15-minute walk of American University of Beirut and Pigeon Rocks. Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Beirut? This aparthotel has facilities measuring 1076 square feet (100 square meters), including conference space. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).




Overall 8.5 Excellent
Based on 584 reviews
Mediocre
3.7
Pros: Location
In the heart of Beirut, Gefinor Rotana is within a 5-minute drive of American University of Beirut and Zaitunay Bay. This 5-star hotel is 2 mi (3.3 km) from Beirut International Exhibition & Leisure Center.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 163 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchenettes. Flat-screen televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Amenities
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages. Gambling sorts can try their luck at the casino, while others may prefer outdoor tennis courts or an outdoor pool. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room. The ski shuttle (surcharge) makes getting to the slopes a breeze.
Dining
Enjoy Halal dishes at Olive Garden, a restaurant where you can take in the garden view, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM and on weekends from 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Business, Other Amenities
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Beirut? This hotel has facilities measuring 19806 square feet (1840 square meters), including conference space. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and limited parking is available onsite.




Overall 8.4 Excellent
Based on 577 reviews
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Mediocre
2.0
Pros: Nothing
Good
7.0
Pros: Comfort of the bed; seaview from room; service of staff; excellent breakfast; amazing swimming pool
Good
6.3
Pros: The staff are amazing.
Good
7.7
Pros: My husband and I were very impressed with this hotel, and we would definitely stay here again. The service was great. All workers from bellhops to cleaning staff were incredibly friendly. I was especially impressed with the breakfast, which was included with the price of our room. It was a magnificent spread--over and beyond what I would have expected.
Good
7.7
Pros: The location is great, the staff are helpful and smiling, the rooms are clean, and the facilities are very convenient.
Good
6.7
Pros: Its good location outside down town but still at walking distance (more or less 20 minutes); the services available and the staff.
Good
6.8
Pros: Quite area. Close to AUB. Easy valet Parking. Very good staff
Excellent
8.0
Pros: its a cozy place
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Good
7.2
Pros: I liked and appreciated the courtsey of all the employees
Okay
4.8
Pros: Location
Excellent
8.0
Pros: Fast service
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"Located in Beirut Central District, this luxury hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Beirut Corniche and Hamra Street. Planet Discovery and Maghen Abraham Synagogue are also within 10 minutes. "




Overall 9.8 Excellent
Based on 8 reviews
Excellent
10.0
Pros: Friendly staff with a great support
"Located near the slopes, this Ain Al Mraiseh hotel is situated in the city centre and within a 10-minute walk of Beirut Corniche, Hamra Street and Planet Discovery. Beirut Souks and Rene Mouawad Garden are also within 15 minutes. "




Overall 8.2 Excellent
Based on 759 reviews
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Excellent
8.0
Pros: everything else
Mediocre
2.0
Pros: Nothing
Excellent
10.0
Pros: the health club and the indoor swimming pool
Excellent
8.0
Pros: The location of the hotel is very near to the down town and the services is excellent!
Good
6.0
Pros: The helpful staff
Good
6.0
Pros: The service of breakfast Buffett staff is excellent and make you feel good in the morning specially Nadia & Rony
Okay
4.7
Pros: the staff was very helpful
Good
7.3
Pros: the hotel was very confortable and relexing,handy location, value for money.and very location ,the food qualityand quantity very good,and also the services.
Okay
5.2
Pros: Being a neew building,elegant staff, and good service,friendly at receiption.
Excellent
8.0
Pros: very nice staff and hotel
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5.6
Pros: comfortable
Excellent
8.0
Pros: Room is great and hotel's location is very convenient
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4.8
Pros: It is place
"Located in Raouche, this beachfront hotel is in the city centre and within 1 mi (2 km) of Pigeon Rocks, Lebanese American University and Hamra Street. Manara Lighthouse and Rene Mouawad Garden are also within 2 mi (3 km). "




Overall 8.2 Excellent
Based on 371 reviews
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Okay
5.7
Pros: I like the sea view and the location. The breakfast was perfect.
Good
7.3
Pros: i liked the sea view, services of the hotel and the SPA of the hotel
Good
7.7
Okay
5.7
Pros: The breakfast buffet is great
Okay
5.3
Pros: Staff Welcoming and their attitude.
Mediocre
3.6
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Good
6.4
Pros: excellent hotel 4 summer time.
Okay
5.6
Pros: i like the hotel to be comfertable especialy the restroom and the bed and i pefer more international tv chanels
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Good
7.2
Pros: The staff were good and will help u anytime
Good
6.4
Pros: swimming pool - spa facilities excellent
A stay at Raouché Arjaan by Rotana places you in the heart of Beirut, within a 10-minute drive of Hamra Street and Zaitunay Bay. Featured amenities include a business center, limo/town car service, and express check-in. Planning an event in Beirut? This hotel has facilities measuring 2368 square feet (220 square meters), including conference space. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and limited parking is available onsite.




Overall 8.1 Excellent
Based on 1,072 reviews
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Good
7.1
Pros: Good breakfast selection
Great location
Excellent
8.0
Pros: nice location, modern rooms, friendly staff, perfect atmosphere
Good
6.3
Pros: the rooms is not that big
Okay
5.7
Good
6.7
Pros: Location and staff.
Excellent
8.0
Pros: location, quality of food and room
Good
6.0
Pros: i liked the room,the view,the location and the food was good,whenever we ordered from the room service,the food came on time.
Good
7.4
Pros: The hotel location
Good
6.0
Pros: friendly and cosy. helpful staff but poor housekeeping . The room was a twin and not the double we booked.
Good
7.0
Pros: Location was wonderfull, roooms super clean and very nice view...
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5.6
Pros: the view was amazing
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With a stay at Le Commodore, you'll be centrally located in Beirut, steps from Hamra Street and 4 minutes by foot from Lebanese American University. Featured amenities include a business center, express check-in, and express check-out. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.




Overall 8.1 Excellent
Based on 852 reviews
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Mediocre
2.2
Pros: IT WAS A TERRIBLE STAY BECAUSE THE STAFF WAS RUDE THE VALET PEOPLE WERE EXTERMLY RUDE AND NASTY.THE HOTEL SMELLS I DON'T UNDERSTAND HOW IT'S RATED 5 STARS BECAUSE IT SHOULD NOT EVEN BE ALLOWED TO HAVE ONE STAR.LOCATION IS HORRIBLE BECAUSE IT TAKES ONE TO GET INTO HAMRA AND ONE HOUR TO GET OUT
Okay
4.0
Mediocre
3.3
Mediocre
3.7
Pros: The location
Mediocre
2.3
Pros: no thing at all very baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaad hotel
Mediocre
3.7
Pros: Nothing, it wasn't what I expected out of a 5 start hotel, I booked a suit and it was dirty! I couldn't really believe a 5 star hotel would be that bad, I checked booking.com reviews but I was like maybe its few people!!!
Okay
5.6
Pros: First people wished me happy birthday in the morning
Good
6.0
Pros: Its not Meridien standards, Hotel felt like a 3 star hotel, dont recomend people staying here!
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4.0
Pros: Its location
Okay
4.8
Pros: The free internet facility during afternoon & night
Excellent
8.0
Pros: Clean hotel compared to price
"Located in Raouche, this spa hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Pigeon Rocks and Hamra Street. Beirut Corniche and Verdun Street are also within 15 minutes. "

Overall 8.0 Excellent
Based on 765 reviews
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Crowne Plaza Beirut hotel is well located in the heart of the capital in Hamra Main Street, a prime destination for business, leisure and shopping. The property is adjoined to a shopping mall and consists of 190 rooms some overlooking the Mediterranean Sea equipped with free high-speed internet, laptop-sized safe, a minibar and satellite LCD TV. The hotel features an indoor pool, and a full-service on-site Health Club Fitness Zone and an amusement and bowling center. Rafic Hariri International Airport is 8km away, Beirut Downtown and Souks is just 10 minutes' drive and the famous seafront Corniche where pigeon rock is located in 5 minutes walking. The hotel’s all-day restaurants serve a variety of local and international dishes. Buffet breakfast is served at Vivaldi restaurant. You can enjoy a la carte dining by the pool at the highest rooftop in Hamra the Top 21 restaurant, where panoramic windows offer unique views of the city and the Mediterranean Sea. Our banquets and conferences are natural daylight, equipped with bespoke AV and can welcome up to 600 guests.




Overall 8.0 Excellent
Based on 612 reviews
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Excellent
10.0
Pros: I was extremely satisfied, overall, and will probably be coming back! Excellent attention to cleanliness; staff very courteous and professional; fast and free Internet; a very comfortable bed in a quiet room. Many thanks.
Okay
5.3
Pros: staff
Excellent
8.0
Pros: Location is great.
Good
6.0
Pros: hammera street
Good
7.0
Pros: Nice location , most of the staff are friendly , the food and service at top floor restaurant.
Good
7.0
Pros: Friendly and helpful staff plus all the day house keeping. I liked the business center.
Okay
4.0
Pros: The Staff were helpful
Okay
5.6
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5.6
Pros: the location of the hotel
Good
6.4
Pros: Wedding Invitation
Okay
4.0
Pros: location was excellent
"Located in the city centre, this Beirut hotel offers ski-in/ski-out access and is within a 15-minute walk of Hamra Street, Verdun Street and Rene Mouawad Garden. Lebanese American University and Agial Art Gallery are also within 10 minutes. "

Overall 7.8 Good
Based on 1,784 reviews
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With a stay at Mayflower Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Beirut, steps from Hamra Street and 6 minutes by foot from Lebanese American University. Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free valet parking is available onsite.


Overall 7.8 Good
Based on 1,628 reviews
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Excellent
8.2
Pros: Liked the breakfast at the hotel
Good
6.3
Pros: Good, simple hotel very well located in the Hamra district - so very good for a weekend trip to Beirut.
Okay
5.7
Pros: The Junior Suite was comfortable and spacious with a good sofa and bar area. The jacuzzi in the bathroom completed the experience.
Okay
5.7
Pros: Location is excellent. You pay half the price for a Crowne Plaza just up the road.
Mediocre
3.0
Pros: The only thing that it is in Hamra.
Okay
4.3
Pros: Proximity to bazars, restaurants, airport and other tourist attraction in the city.
Good
6.0
Pros: The pool for cooling off in the hot weather
Okay
4.8
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Good
7.6
Pros: the staff, the cleanliness, the price.
Good
7.2
Pros: $self.pros
Good
6.8
Pros: The cleanliness of the rooms, and relaxed nature of the staff.
When you stay at Le Bristol Hotel in Beirut, you'll be in the business district, a 4-minute drive from Hamra Street and 6 minutes from Pigeon Rocks. This family-friendly hotel is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Beirut Municipal Stadium and 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Camille Chamoun Sports City Stadium.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the guestrooms featuring DVD players. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations with rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as laptop-compatible safes and desks.
Amenities
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a 24-hour fitness center or take in the view from a rooftop terrace. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, babysitting/childcare (surcharge), and wedding services.
Dining
Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the poolside bar. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 11 AM for a fee.
Business, Other Amenities
Featured amenities include express check-in, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).




Overall 8.8 Excellent
Based on 7 reviews
Okay
5.1
Good
7.0
Pros: Early check-in: We arrived at the hotel around 9:30 a.m., within 15 minutes we were provided a room. Nice and friendly staff: Advised for recommended day trips and places to go for shopping and nightlife.
Good
7.0
Pros: All the staff we encountered were unfailingly courteous, cheerful,attentive and helpful. They were a credit to the hotel and one of it's best assets. we also like the reception area, with comfotable chairs, tasteful pictures and a piano player, although it would be good to have this every evening.
Good
6.0
Pros: Large room , soft & large bed , good shower , friendly frontoffice ,
Mediocre
2.7
Pros: I checked out and left stuff in the room, and the hotel saved them for me which was really nice of them. But can't say I liked anything else to be honest. I expected much more considering this is where many business conferences take place in beirut.
Okay
5.0
Pros: comfortable bed
Good
6.8
Pros: privacy is good. hotel is clean. staff are so good as well.
Okay
5.6
Pros: location
Okay
5.6
Pros: location
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Mediocre
3.6
Pros: The staff is very friendly and helpful
Good
6.4
Pros: Hospitality
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With a stay at Riviera Hotel Beirut in Beirut (Ras Beirut), you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Hamra Street and Beirut Corniche. Featured amenities include complimentary wired Internet access, a business center, and express check-in. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).




Overall 7.0 Good
Based on 676 reviews
Okay
4.8
Pros: Beach party is wonderful
Okay
4.2
Pros: Staff are great
food in the restaurant delicious
Excellent
10.0
Pros: The staff was very friendly.
The pool was amazing.
The hotel was in the center of everything.
The Hotel has a great history.
Excellent
8.0
Excellent
8.0
Pros: location
Okay
5.0
Pros: room seaview
Good
7.0
Pros: Location to the Mediterreanian Sea. Buffet breakfast. Pool area
Mediocre
3.3
Pros: Although it was closed for winter while we were there, the pool area looked like it would be great in the summer
Good
7.0
Pros: The staff, the cleanliness of the room, and the facilities of the taxi
Mediocre
3.2
Pros: The front office people tried to help but felt short. The beach is good allthough a sign saying 18+ should be posted
Okay
5.0
Pros: Beach Club was great and well managed. Staff very helpful and were able to assist with organising trips out of town.
Okay
5.6
Pros: some staff were very good, clean of room was the best pool side is great
Mediocre
2.0
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Good
6.0
Pros: actually I was most of the time because of business
With a stay at Napoleon Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Beirut, steps from Hamra Street and 6 minutes by foot from Lebanese American University. Featured amenities include a business center, express check-in, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).




Overall 6.9 Good
Based on 1,315 reviews
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Excellent
9.3
Pros: great location. ..very very friendly staff and very comfortable bed
Okay
5.7
Pros: Location is excellent.
Good
6.3
Pros: Reception staff friendly. Had a nice terrace which allowed city rooftop views. Central location.
Okay
5.7
Pros: I liked most the central location, friendly staff and the breakfast which is quite good price for Beirut. And it is very similar to Turkish breakfast, an important reason for me to like it!
Okay
4.0
Pros: Rooms are quite clean, breakfast good
Okay
5.0
Pros: The hotel is situated in a nice quite area. Good price, clean rooms. I wish I had an access to internet in my room however the free internet connection in the lobby was fine.
Okay
4.8
Mediocre
2.8
Pros: Nothing at all
Mediocre
3.6
Pros: the breakfast was good
Mediocre
3.2
Pros: $self.pros
Okay
4.0
Pros: Location
With a stay at Embassy, you'll be centrally located in Beirut, steps from Hamra Street and 5 minutes by foot from Agial Art Gallery. Featured amenities include express check-in, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).




Overall 5.9 Okay
Based on 760 reviews
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6.0
Pros: Good price
Mediocre
3.3
Pros: The girl at the front desk was very nice.
Okay
5.7
Pros: I enjoyed the proximity to great cafes and wonderful buildings. I also appreciated Iman and the friendly staff at the hotel.
Okay
4.0
Pros: The location.
Mediocre
2.7
Good
7.3
Pros: The room is maintained clean
Okay
4.4
Pros: Location cheaper than most hotels in area but...............
Mediocre
2.8
Pros: Good location.
Okay
4.0
Pros: Does the job and you get what you pay for. Good AC. Cable tv. Good beds. Great location.
Okay
4.4
Pros: Good location
Mediocre
3.5
Pros: bad
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