THE MAYFLOWER HOTEL, Beirut

The Mayflower Hotel - A Historic Hamra District Beirut Hotel with Rooftop Pool and London-Style Pub

Located in Hamra's entertainment district, this 4-star Beirut hotel stands 9.5 miles from Rafic Hariri International Airport and 0.5 miles from the American University. The Mayflower Hotel features a rooftop restaurant with outdoor seating and panoramic city views, plus a seasonal rooftop pool with sun loungers. Guest rooms offer floor-to-ceiling windows, flat-screen TVs with international channels, individually controlled air conditioning, and private bathrooms with bathtubs. Select accommodations include balconies, separate living areas with sofas, and spacious wardrobes. The property houses a London-style pub equipped with leather sofas, a stone fireplace, and plasma TVs showing football matches. The Mayflower's 24-hour front desk provides local attraction ticket services, while business travelers have access to a dedicated business center and meeting facilities. The hotel sits within 984.3 ft of multiple dining options, including Appetito Trattoria, Garcia's, and Bread Republic.

Pros

Historical significance as a former hub for international figures like Graham Greene and Kim Philby

Traditional afternoon tea service available at the terrace lounge

Stone fireplace and leather sofas create authentic London pub atmosphere

Walking distance to Corniche Beirut promenade and Zaitunay Bay

Cons

9.5 miles distance from Rafic Hariri International Airport

Seasonal pool operation limits year-round swimming access