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Arthaus Beirut

Gouraud Street Gemmazye
Rated 9.1 in 290 reviews

Arthaus Beirut is a unique retreat nestled in the vibrant heart of Lebanon's capital. Located in the bustling neighborhood of Gemmayze, the hotel provides an oasis of tranquility amidst the dynamic cityscape of Beirut. Blending the rich cultural heritage of the area with modern comforts, Arthaus Beirut is housed within a beautifully restored traditional Lebanese dwelling, exuding a sense of history and charm. This boutique hotel offers a carefully curated environment where art, culture, and hospitality intersect seamlessly.

The décor throughout Arthaus Beirut emphasizes artistic flair, with carefully selected artwork adorning its walls, contributing to its distinct and inviting atmosphere. Guests are encouraged to explore a variety of shared spaces that foster creativity and relaxation, reflecting the city’s reputation as a hub of cultural richness and diversity. The hotel’s interiors are an eclectic mix of contemporary design elements and traditional aesthetics, creating a welcoming and sophisticated ambiance.

One of the highlights of Arthaus Beirut is its lush garden courtyard, a serene escape that allows guests to unwind and experience the harmonious balance of urban life and natural beauty. Additionally, the hotel offers an intimate setting for dining, featuring a menu that celebrates both Lebanese and international cuisine with an emphasis on fresh, local ingredients.

Conveniently located, Arthaus Beirut allows guests to easily explore the vibrant cultural scene, historic landmarks, and energetic nightlife that characterize the city. Whether visiting for business or leisure, travelers are sure to appreciate the personal attention and tailored services that make a stay at Arthaus Beirut truly memorable.

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Climate and Weather

January
 18°
 10°
 18°
 5
Sun hours / day
 17
Rain free days
February
 19°
 10°
 17°
 6
Sun hours / day
 17
Rain free days
March
 21°
 12°
 17°
 7
Sun hours / day
 22
Rain free days
April
 24°
 14°
 19°
 8
Sun hours / day
 24
Rain free days
May
 27°
 18°
 22°
 9
Sun hours / day
 28
Rain free days
June
 29°
 21°
 24°
 11
Sun hours / day
 29
Rain free days
July
 31°
 23°
 26°
 11
Sun hours / day
 31
Rain free days
August
 31°
 24°
 28°
 11
Sun hours / day
 31
Rain free days
September
 30°
 21°
 27°
 9
Sun hours / day
 29
Rain free days
October
 27°
 19°
 25°
 8
Sun hours / day
 25
Rain free days
November
 23°
 15°
 22°
 7
Sun hours / day
 21
Rain free days
December
 19°
 12°
 20°
 5
Sun hours / day
 19
Rain free days
National Museum
National Museum
Museum in Lebanon
1.8km / 1.1mi
Sursock Museum
Sursock Museum
Modern art and contemporary art museum in Beirut, Lebanon
330m / 360yd
Al-Omari Grand Mosque
Al-Omari Grand Mosque
In Beirut, Lebanon
0.8km / 0.5mi
St George Greek Orthodox Cathedral
St George Greek Orthodox Cathedral
Church and museum in Beirut
0.8km / 0.48mi
Museum of Lebanese Prehistory
Museum of Lebanese Prehistory
Museum in Beirut, Lebanon
0.6km / 0.39mi
Muhammad al-Amin Mosque
Muhammad al-Amin Mosque
Muslim mosque
0.7km / 0.41mi
St George Maronite Cathedral
St George Maronite Cathedral
Church in Beirut, Lebanon
0.8km / 0.47mi
Maghen Abraham Synagogue
Maghen Abraham Synagogue
Synagogue
1.3km / 0.78mi
Cathedral of St Elias and St Gregory the Illuminator
Cathedral of St Elias and St Gregory the Illuminator
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0.6km / 0.37mi
Beit Beirut
Beit Beirut
Museum in Beirut, Lebanon
1km / 0.62mi
Saint Louis
Saint Louis
19th-century church in Beirut, Lebanon
1km / 0.65mi
National Evangelical Church of Beirut
National Evangelical Church of Beirut
1.1km / 0.69mi
Martyr's Monument
Martyr's Monument
0.6km / 0.38mi
Hippodrome of Berytus
A circus in the Roman colony of Berytus (modern-day Beirut)
1.3km / 0.8mi
Crusader Castle
Square in Beirut, Lebanon
0.8km / 0.47mi
Roman Agora
Roman Agora
Administrative building in Ottoman Beirut, destroyed in 1951
0.6km / 0.37mi
Crater
Crater
Accidental ammonium nitrate explosion in Beirut, Lebanon
0.8km / 0.5mi
Beirut’s Grand Theater
Theatre in Beirut, Lebanon
0.8km / 0.52mi
Roman Baths
Roman Baths
Historic site in downtown Beirut, Lebanon
1km / 0.63mi
Beirut Souks
Beirut Souks
Commercial district located in downtown Beirut
0.9km / 0.59mi
The Egg
The Egg
Unfinished cinema structure in Beirut, Lebanon
0.7km / 0.44mi
Archaeological Museum of the American University of Beirut
Archaeological Museum of the American University of Beirut
Lebanese-American museum
2.8km / 1.8mi
Horsh Beirut
2.2km / 1.4mi
Old Lighthouse
Old Lighthouse
Lighthouse in Lebanon
3.8km / 2.4mi
Hope for Peace
Hope for Peace
Monument commemorating the end of the Lebanese civil war
7.4km / 4.6mi
Silk Museum
Silk Museum
Sheer fabrics museum in Lebanon
10.1km / 6.3mi
Lower Grotto
Lower Grotto
System of two separate, but interconnected, karstic limestone caves 18 km north of Beirut
13.2km / 8.2mi
Kloster Bkerke
Kloster Bkerke
Human settlement
13.7km / 8.5mi
Saydet El Talle
Maronite Church in Lebanon
22.4km / 13.9mi
Byblos castle
Byblos castle
Castle in Byblos
27.8km / 17.3mi
Entrance to the Barouk Chouf Cedar Reserve
Entrance to the Barouk Chouf Cedar Reserve
Nature reserve in Lebanon
27.4km / 17mi
Memory of Time
Memory of Time
Museum - Byblos, Lebanon
27.8km / 17.3mi
Wax Museum
Wax Museum
Wax museum in Byblos
27.9km / 17.4mi
Byblos
Byblos
Mediterranean city in the Mount Lebanon Governorate, Lebanon, a main Canaanite-Phoenician city
27.5km / 17.1mi
Archeological site of Faqra
Archeological site of Faqra
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29.4km / 18.3mi
Chhim
Town in Lebanon
28.5km / 17.7mi

What to do in Beirut and near Arthaus Beirut

National Museum
National Museum
Museum in Lebanon
1.8km / 1.1mi
Sursock Museum
Sursock Museum
Modern art and contemporary art museum in Beirut, Lebanon
330m / 360yd
Al-Omari Grand Mosque
Al-Omari Grand Mosque
In Beirut, Lebanon
0.8km / 0.5mi
St George Greek Orthodox Cathedral
St George Greek Orthodox Cathedral
Church and museum in Beirut
0.8km / 0.48mi
Museum of Lebanese Prehistory
Museum of Lebanese Prehistory
Museum in Beirut, Lebanon
0.6km / 0.39mi
Muhammad al-Amin Mosque
Muhammad al-Amin Mosque
Muslim mosque
0.7km / 0.41mi
St George Maronite Cathedral
St George Maronite Cathedral
Church in Beirut, Lebanon
0.8km / 0.47mi
Maghen Abraham Synagogue
Maghen Abraham Synagogue
Synagogue
1.3km / 0.78mi
Cathedral of St Elias and St Gregory the Illuminator
Cathedral of St Elias and St Gregory the Illuminator
Church in Beirut, Lebanon
0.6km / 0.37mi
Beit Beirut
Beit Beirut
Museum in Beirut, Lebanon
1km / 0.62mi
Saint Louis
Saint Louis
19th-century church in Beirut, Lebanon
1km / 0.65mi
National Evangelical Church of Beirut
National Evangelical Church of Beirut
1.1km / 0.69mi
Martyr's Monument
Martyr's Monument
0.6km / 0.38mi
Hippodrome of Berytus
A circus in the Roman colony of Berytus (modern-day Beirut)
1.3km / 0.8mi
Crusader Castle
Square in Beirut, Lebanon
0.8km / 0.47mi
Roman Agora
Roman Agora
Administrative building in Ottoman Beirut, destroyed in 1951
0.6km / 0.37mi
Crater
Crater
Accidental ammonium nitrate explosion in Beirut, Lebanon
0.8km / 0.5mi
Beirut’s Grand Theater
Theatre in Beirut, Lebanon
0.8km / 0.52mi
Roman Baths
Roman Baths
Historic site in downtown Beirut, Lebanon
1km / 0.63mi
Beirut Souks
Beirut Souks
Commercial district located in downtown Beirut
0.9km / 0.59mi
The Egg
The Egg
Unfinished cinema structure in Beirut, Lebanon
0.7km / 0.44mi
Archaeological Museum of the American University of Beirut
Archaeological Museum of the American University of Beirut
Lebanese-American museum
2.8km / 1.8mi
Horsh Beirut
2.2km / 1.4mi
Old Lighthouse
Old Lighthouse
Lighthouse in Lebanon
3.8km / 2.4mi
Hope for Peace
Hope for Peace
Monument commemorating the end of the Lebanese civil war
7.4km / 4.6mi
Silk Museum
Silk Museum
Sheer fabrics museum in Lebanon
10.1km / 6.3mi
Lower Grotto
Lower Grotto
System of two separate, but interconnected, karstic limestone caves 18 km north of Beirut
13.2km / 8.2mi
Kloster Bkerke
Kloster Bkerke
Human settlement
13.7km / 8.5mi
Saydet El Talle
Maronite Church in Lebanon
22.4km / 13.9mi
Byblos castle
Byblos castle
Castle in Byblos
27.8km / 17.3mi
Entrance to the Barouk Chouf Cedar Reserve
Entrance to the Barouk Chouf Cedar Reserve
Nature reserve in Lebanon
27.4km / 17mi
Memory of Time
Memory of Time
Museum - Byblos, Lebanon
27.8km / 17.3mi
Wax Museum
Wax Museum
Wax museum in Byblos
27.9km / 17.4mi
Byblos
Byblos
Mediterranean city in the Mount Lebanon Governorate, Lebanon, a main Canaanite-Phoenician city
27.5km / 17.1mi
Archeological site of Faqra
Archeological site of Faqra
Archaeological site in Lebanon
29.4km / 18.3mi
Chhim
Town in Lebanon
28.5km / 17.7mi

About Beirut

Beirut, the capital of Lebanon, offers a rich tapestry of history, culture, and modernity. One of the best ways to immerse yourself in the city's past is by visiting the National Museum of Beirut, which showcases an extensive collection of artifacts from various periods of Lebanon's history, from prehistoric times through the Roman era. This museum provides valuable insight into the region's archaeological significance.

Exploring Gemmayzeh and Mar Mikhael neighborhoods is essential for those who appreciate vibrant street life and eclectic architecture. These areas are known for their charming streets lined with cafes, art galleries, and boutiques, making them perfect for leisurely strolls. The nightlife here is also notable, with numerous bars and restaurants offering a variety of dining experiences.

For a taste of the local culinary scene, indulging in traditional Lebanese cuisine is a must. Visiting a local restaurant to try dishes such as tabbouleh, hummus, and grilled meats will give you a genuine sense of the country's flavors. The souks of Beirut, particularly the Souk el Tayeb, offer an opportunity to engage with local vendors and sample fresh produce and artisanal products.

A visit to the Pigeon Rocks in Raouche provides a scenic view of the Mediterranean coast. This natural landmark is ideal for walking along the waterfront promenade, where you can enjoy the sea breeze and picturesque sunsets. Nearby, the Corniche is a popular spot for both locals and visitors, ideal for walking, jogging, or simply relaxing by the water.

For those interested in contemporary culture, the Sursock Museum is worth exploring. It features modern and contemporary art exhibitions, showcasing both Lebanese and international artists. The museum's architecture and gardens also provide a tranquil escape from the city's hustle and bustle.

Lastly, delving into the history of the Lebanese Civil War by visiting the Martyrs' Square and the Beirut Arab University can offer a deeper understanding of the city’s complex past. These sites serve as reminders of resilience and the ongoing journey of reconciliation within the community.

Overall, Beirut’s blend of history, culture, and modern life creates a unique and enriching experience for those who visit.




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