• Beirut is located on a peninsula on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea.Lebanon Rock image by Mike Hughes from Fotolia.com
  
  Beirut is the capital city of Lebanon and is located on a peninsula on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea. Beirut is known for its theater, dining and entertainment venues. Beirut has several historical attractions, such as the National Museum of Beirut, that showcases many historic artifacts ranging from prehistoric times to the medieval Mamluk punk era. There are several hotel and motel accommodations located in the city, many of which offer comfortable amenities and are nearby the local hot spots.
  
  

Embassy Hotel

• The Embassy Hotel is located in the heart of Beirut and features accommodations near tourist attractions such as the Roman Baths, the Public Gardens and the National Museum. The hotel features 24-hour front desk assistance, laundry and valet service. As of 2010 the Embassy Hotel charged around $60 per night for a small single room. Surrounding the hotel are many restaurants that serve a variety of Lebanese cuisines. Al Rawda, Le Capitole and the Crepaway are all less than a 10-minute drive from the hotel. Local transportation centers for taxis, trains and buses are within walking distance from the hotel.
  
  

The Mayflower Beirut

• The Mayflower is located in the central area of Beirut and is nearby visitor attractions that include the Pigeon Rocks, the Temples of Baalbek and Jouneih Bay. The hotel features a business center, 24-hour front desk assistance and an airport shuttle. As of 2010 the hotel charged around $78 per night for a standard room with a private balcony. The hotel operates an on-site restaurant called the Duke of Wellington that is open for lunch and dinner and offers both pub snacks and Lebanese cuisine. After dinner, guests can visit the hotel's Moon on the Rocks Bar, that serves a large selection of drinks such as Mojitos and martini's.
  
  

The Lancaster Beirut

• The Lancaster is located in the heart of the city near the birthplace of Gibran, Pigeon Rocks and Beirut's famous shopping district. The hotel features an airport shuttle, 24-hour room service and porter service. As of 2010 the hotel charged around $108 per night for a standard room. The hotel operates an on-site restaurant called the Polo Club Restaurant that serves a large selection of European and Lebanese cuisines and is open daily for lunch and dinner. The hotel's Alfred's Lounge Bar has a large selection of beers, wines, cocktails and other alcoholic beverages.