INTERCONTINENTAL PHOENICIA BEIRUT BY IHG, Beirut

Intercontinental Phoenicia Beirut By Ihg - A luxury waterfront hotel with marina views, spa facilities, and Lebanon's largest buffet restaurant

Located along Beirut Marina and Yacht Club, this 5-star Beirut hotel features rooms with balconies overlooking the Mediterranean Sea or city skyline. The Intercontinental Phoenicia houses multiple dining venues, including Mosaic Restaurant with floor-to-ceiling windows and the city's largest buffet service, a 24/7 Cascade Lounge, and a terraced Amethyste Lounge by the pool. Each air-conditioned room comes equipped with modern furniture, a desk, minibar, complimentary WiFi, and 90 satellite channels. The property includes a spa, fitness center, outdoor pool, and sun terrace. Business travelers have access to high-tech meeting facilities with private foyers. The hotel sits 0.5 miles from the Greek Orthodox Cathedral and Maghen Abraham Synagogue, with the American University of Beirut 1 mile away. Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport is located 6 miles from the Phoenicia.

Pros

Weekly special events include sushi nights, seafood nights, and Sunday lunch with live cooking stations

Wine list features local Lebanese wineries including Chateau Kefraya

Dedicated concierge team provides insider tips for local exploration

Kids' club available on premises

Cons

Airport is 6 miles from the property

Popular tourist location can get crowded during peak seasons