Looking for affordable accommodation in Beirut? That sounds like a million dollar question in a city known for ostentation and glamour, and where everything seems to be designed for the rich and famous. However, we managed to find places that aren’t overpriced, including low-cost hotels, charming bed and breakfasts, guesthouses, and friendly hostels. Here are our top eight picks of places under $100 to make the most of your stay when you are in Beirut on a budget.
For a cool and welcoming stay in Beirut, the trendy newly opened Caramel Boutique Hotel, located in the heart of Hamra, is well worth a visit. It features 25 modern rooms starting at $80/night. You can also drop by The Propaganda Gin Room which is attached to the hotel to enjoy the city’s best cocktails.
Located midway between the Gemmayzeh and Mar-Mikhael neighborhoods, this budget-friendly place is one of the nicest hostels in Beirut where you can stay at $50 a night. You can also grab a coffee or a drink either at Café Em Nazih or the Coop D’Etat Rooftop, which are both linked to the establishment.
Boasting wonderful hospitality, Hayete is a charming guesthouse in Ashrafieh, mixing traditional Lebanese architecture with art nouveau design. If you want a mellow, affordable place to stay when visiting Beirut, this is the place, with rooms starting at $75 per night.
If you’re looking for a cheap bed near the Mar Mikhael or Downtown action, this is the right place to stay at an average $60 a night. Located right in front of Electricite du Liban building, the Hotel may not be luxurious but it’s a walking distance from all the bars and restaurants of the district.
If you don’t mind the pseudo-Baroque décor, you can book a room at Q Hotel in Hamra for about $90 a night. This place is perfect for experiencing Beirut on your own without having to resort to an overpriced hotel, since it is located nearby a whole bunch of cafés, restaurants, and shops.
As the name suggests, this modern hotel features 35 comfortable rooms starting at $80 a night, all characterized with vibrant colors and a unique hip design. Since it is located in Hamra street, it will be easy for you to explore the area for a panoply of shopping and dining options.
This renovated family home is a great budget-friendly find in Beirut’s Achrafieh district. For just $40 a night, you’ll find it quite handy to stay there, and though the rooms are quite basic, the place is on Damascus Street, minutes away from Martyr’s Square.
Minto Suites is a small aparthotel surrounded by the main commercial and entertainment centers of the Hamra area. If you’re on a budget, this place will suit you at $50 a night, with its central location only steps away from plenty of restaurants and pubs.