“At this boutique B&B, owner Colette graciously lets guests pretend her lovingly decorated home is theirs for the night. Mediterranean views, lush gardens, chic style and a plunge pool make this hotel hard to leave.”

Hotel review

Overseen by chic owner Colette and her French bulldog Kloe, Beit al Batroun is a boutique bolthole in the hills above northern Lebanon’s coastline. It comes as a shock to learn that this lovingly decorated spot was built only six years ago – from the arched doorways in the central liwan to the colourful tiles and sand-colored stone exterior, Colette carefully built her home to replicate traditional Lebanese design. Enter French doors into the simple, stylish bedrooms, which boast a collection of quirky antiques and shaded outdoor seating space. Upstairs, Beit al Batroun’s central living space offers comfortable lounging spots indoor or an expansive terrace with a plunge pool in one corner and views out to the Mediterranean. A spread of fresh Lebanese produce is provided in the morning, but guests will have to venture to nearby Batroun for other meals.

Pip Usher
Pip Usher Review published: 25/02/2024

Recommended for

  • Country Escape

    • A blissful rural escape complete with indulgent breakfasts, plunge pool and stunning Mediterranean views.
  • Other Activities

    • Unwind on the white sand beaches and swim in crystal clear waters.
  • Sights nearby

    • Make a trip into nearby Beirut and visit the Grand Omari Mosque.
  • Museums

    • Visit the fascinating National Museum of Beirut.
  • Restrictions on children

    • Children above 12 years old are welcome.
  • No restaurant

    • Breakfast served and dinner on offer.
  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Designer

  • Quiet

  • Views

  • Romantic

  • Intimate

  • Luxury

  • Charming

  • Traditional

  • Chic

  • Boutique

  • B&B

  • Great walks

Facilities

  • Rooms

    5 rooms in this hotel
  • Restrictions on children

    Children above 12 years old are welcome.
  • No restaurant

    Breakfast served and dinner on offer.
  • Swimming Pool

    Outdoor pool.
  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Views

  • Air conditioning

  • Wifi

  • Sitting Room

  • Garden

Activities

  • Other Activities

    • Unwind on the white sand beaches and swim in crystal clear waters.
  • Sights nearby

    • Make a trip into nearby Beirut and visit the Grand Omari Mosque.
  • Museums

    • Visit the fascinating National Museum of Beirut.
  • Great walks

Map & Location

Other reviews

Family Fortunes - Lebanon

Sunlight pours through two soaring porticoes that illuminate ivory-white sofas in the lobby of Beit al Batroun in Lebanon. On the balcony guests read, doze and natter. Many lounge by the plunge pool or take in the view of the eastern Mediterranean.

Originally published by Monocle

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