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9 Mountain Pools To Escape Beirut’s Heat
With temperatures hitting nearly 40 degrees lately, this summer promises to be quite sizzling. For those of you who prefer to head to the mountains to beat the excessive Beirut heat, here’s a bunch of places with cool pools where you can take a fresh dip.
Note: All prices are mentioned per adult for weekends.
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Location: Dhour Zahlé Pool entrance fee: $17 2. The Pool Café in Grand Hills Hotel Location: Broumana Pool entrance fee: $40 Location: Deir El Qamar Pool entrance fee: $20 4. Le Montagnou Location: Faraya Pool entrance fee: $40 5. Zenotel Location: Bhersaf Pool entrance fee: $14 Location: Zaarour Pool entrance fee: $25 Location: Zahlé Pool entrance fee: $17. Location: Faqra Pool entrance fee: $25 Location: Ehden Pool entrance fee: $35
Beit el Kroum is an eco-friendly hotel located on the Dhour Zahlé road, with a perfect setting for a relaxing day in the sun.
Broumana has been quite the “it” place lately, especially during summer where you can enjoy a good night out. As for the day, enjoy a day at the pool in the luxurious Grand Hills and enjoy breezy Broumana.
This gorgeous old palace hotel boasts a beautiful terrace with a pool overlooking the hills and valley of the Chouf mountains, where you can take a fresh dip.
From sunrise to sunset, Le Montagnou is a great spot to perfect your tan and savor the breathtaking view by the pool bar.
If you’re looking for a relaxing day by the pool, head to Zenotel, a wellness retreat spa destination in the serene mountains of Bhersaf.
To experience a true change of scenery, drive to Zaarour Club in Metn, where you can dive in the Grand Chalet pool in the middle of the green mountain trails and enjoy the fresh air.
If you’re road tripping to the Bekaa Valley, you can try the pool at this 5-stars hotel, and unwind from the hustle of the city.
Free for the ladies on Wednesdays before 12 PM.
Located near the Roman ruins of Faqra, it is no wonder that this hotel offers some of the most spectacular views of the area.
To experience total escapism, you should try this luxurious hidden gem tucked away in Ehden, which offers sweeping views of the mountains and top notch hospitality.