InterContinental LE Vendome Beirut

75 rooms. Elegant quiet lobby. It is set back from the road, and has a circular drive with large plants, and no large sign, so it is not easy to spot. But it is a hidden gem worth finding. The lobby is elegant with a half dozen seating areas. The corridors are beautifully decorated with padded fabric walls and marble. 2 small quick elevators. My room was sumptuous. A suite, with a foyer, a huge salon with a sofa and 4 chairs, desk and TV. There was a large king bed in the bedroom. Full bath with separate shower and tub, and a smaller one with a sink and WC. I had a huge balcony facing the sea, but there was not any outdoor furniture. There is a restaurant on the top floor which has magnificent views of the Mediterranean.

Great hotel with great service. Staff are all friendly and knowledgeable. They all spoke excellent French and English. The view from our room was gorgeous. There was traffic outside but the noise isolation was so good, we didn't hear anything. The breakfast at the top floor was excellent. Overall great experience. Definitely worth coming back.

Beautiful view! We were excited to stay here after a terrible experience at the grand hotel Beirut. We were greeted by the friendly reception who kindly let us check in early and even gave us an extra room upgrade at no cost! He was very friendly and even had wonderful suggestions as to what to do in the city. We asked for some ice to be brought up to the room and were happily surprised when they were accompanied with fresh juice as well as a plate of sandwiches! The intercontinental never lets me down but of all of the locations I've stayed at this is by far one of the best experiences I've received. :)