Lebanon offers a unique blend of ancient history, Mediterranean beaches, and vibrant culture. From Roman ruins at Baalbek to the bustling streets of Beirut, cedar forests, and mountain villages, this small country packs incredible diversity. Experience world-class cuisine, historic sites, and warm hospitality in one of the Middle East's most fascinating destinations.
Luxury hotels
Five-star and palace properties.
Hotel Albergo
Intimate luxury boutique hotel in a restored heritage building in Achrafieh, featuring individually designed rooms with antique furnishings, a celebrated rooftop restaurant, and personalized butler service. The finest small luxury hotel in Beirut.
InterContinental Phoenicia Beirut
Iconic 1960s landmark hotel overlooking the Mediterranean, recently renovated to restore its status as Beirut's grande dame. Features a spectacular outdoor pool, luxurious spa, and multiple dining venues including the celebrated Mosaic restaurant.
Le Gray Beirut
Sleek contemporary five-star hotel in the heart of downtown Beirut with floor-to-ceiling windows offering dramatic city and sea views. The rooftop infinity pool, sophisticated bar, and gastronomic dining make this Beirut's most design-forward luxury address.
Kempinski Summerland Hotel & Resort
Beirut's only true beachfront resort offering a private beach, multiple swimming pools, extensive spa facilities, and children's club within lush Mediterranean gardens. A complete luxury escape without leaving Beirut.
Fine dining
Michelin-starred and chef-driven restaurants.
Em Sherif
Widely considered Beirut's finest Lebanese restaurant, founded by chef Mireille Hayek. Extraordinary mezze spreads and grilled meats in a setting that evokes the warmth of a traditional Lebanese home elevated to haute cuisine. An essential Beirut dining experience.
Tawlet
Acclaimed Souk el Tayeb-affiliated restaurant presenting regional Lebanese home cooking from different areas of the country, prepared each day by a guest cook from that region. A living archive of Lebanese culinary heritage in Saifi Village.
Chez Sami
Legendary open-air seafood restaurant on the Jounieh waterfront open since 1968. Perfectly fresh fish and mezze at white-linen tables overlooking the bay, with stunning views of Harissa cable car. A Beirut institution for special occasions.
Gordon Ramsay Hell's Kitchen Beirut
The celebrity chef's Lebanese outpost in Zaitunay Bay marina offering theatrical fine dining with signature dishes from the Hell's Kitchen TV show. Spectacular marina views and impeccable service make it a memorable splurge.
Exclusive experiences
Bespoke and once-in-a-lifetime activities.
Private Baalbek at Sunset
Exclusive after-hours access to the Baalbek Roman ruins for a private sunset experience with a gourmet Lebanese dinner among the ancient columns. Arranged through luxury tour operators, this offers a once-in-a-lifetime perspective on one of the ancient world's greatest monuments.
Beqaa Valley Wine Safari
Private chauffeured tour of the Beqaa Valley's finest wineries — Chateau Musar, Chateau Kefraya, Chateau Ksara — with cellar tours, owner-hosted tastings, and a gourmet vineyard lunch. The valley has been producing wine since Phoenician times.
Mountain Village Helicopter Tour
Spectacular helicopter flight over Lebanon's mountain landscape, cedar forests, Roman ruins, and Mediterranean coastline. Private charter flights operate from Beirut's Rafic Hariri International Airport on request.
Private Cooking Class with Lebanese Chef
Exclusive hands-on cooking experience with a renowned Beirut chef, beginning with a private market visit to Souk el Tayeb before preparing a full Lebanese feast. Classes available through Tawlet and specialty culinary operators.
Spas & wellness
World-class spa retreats and treatments.
Kempinski Summerland Spa
Full-service resort spa with 12 treatment rooms, thermal suite, hammam, outdoor gardens, and complete wellness programs. Signature treatments incorporate Lebanese cedar and laurel bay extracts. The most comprehensive spa in Greater Beirut.
InterContinental Phoenicia Wellness Club
Premium hotel spa with panoramic sea views, state-of-the-art facilities, hammam, indoor pool, and extensive treatment menu. Signature Mediterranean rituals using local olive oil, sea salt, and aromatic herbs from Lebanese mountains.
Luxury transport
Travel in style.
- Car
- Private chauffeur service from $120/day through BeirütLux, Welcome Pickups, or hotel concierge. Most luxury drivers speak English and French
- Air
- Helicopter charters available through Middle East Airlines subsidiary and private aviation companies operating from Beirut international airport
- Airport
- VIP lounge services and fast-track immigration available at Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport through MEA Business Class and CIP terminal