Phoenicia Hotel, a Beirut legend

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Phoenicia, Beirut

Who? Phoenicia Hotel

What? No trip to Beirut is complete without a stay at the luxurious Phoenicia Hotel. With more than 50 years of history, the hotel remains a landmark at the heart of Beirut. The rooms, while spacious and comfortable, are probably not enough to tempt you away from the rest of what the hotel might offer – an outdoor pool with cinema, a sumptuous spa and a sea view terrace for sun downers.

When? Open year round

Where? Minet El Hosn, Beirut, Lebanon 11846

How? Visit phoeniciabeirut.com for more information

Ten photos from Phoenicia Hotel

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