Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Beirut travel guide

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With 1,92 million inhabitants, Beirut is the most populous city in Lebanon. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Beirut to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit Beirut

Beirut in April
Estimated hotel price
S$ 226
1 night at 3-star hotel
Beirut in April
Estimated hotel price
S$ 226
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Beirut in July, when the average temperature is 26 °C, and the highest can go up to 28 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 10 °C, with an average temperature of 12 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 180 mm. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Beirut, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.

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How to Get to Beirut

Plane

When flying to Beirut, you’ll arrive at Beirut Airport (BEY), which is located 8 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Beirut from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 13h 50m.

Plane

When flying to Beirut, you’ll arrive at Beirut Airport (BEY), which is located 8 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Beirut from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 13h 50m.

Airports near Beirut

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Airlines serving Beirut

KLM
Good (1,599 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (8,294 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,465 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,120 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,648 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,700 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,694 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (982 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,555 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,029 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,888 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,191 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,047 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,412 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (441 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (250 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (679 reviews)
Air Europa
Good (648 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,971 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (600 reviews)
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Where to stay in Beirut

From 5-star hotels such as the 1866 Court & Suites to great affordable options like the Charles Hotel, Beirut offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around S$ 100 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 223 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Beirut, with prices from S$ 27 to S$ 615 per night. Al Hamra is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Beirut are about 1% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Beirut

Most booked hotels in Beirut

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Hotel Méditerranée Beyrouth
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
S$ 74+
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Ramada by Wyndham Downtown Beirut
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
S$ 122+
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Gefinor Rotana
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
S$ 148+
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Bay Lodge
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
S$ 148+
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Lancaster Plaza
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
S$ 201+
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Bel Azur Hotel & Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
S$ 106+
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Hiring a car in Beirut

Hiring a car in Beirut costs S$ 57 per day, on average.

Expect to pay S$ 1.73 per litre in Beirut (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 20.73 and S$ 27.64. The most frequently booked car type in Beirut is Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Kia Picanto or similar) is, on average, 64% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Beirut costs S$ 57 per day, on average.

Expect to pay S$ 1.73 per litre in Beirut (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 20.73 and S$ 27.64. The most frequently booked car type in Beirut is Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Kia Picanto or similar) is, on average, 64% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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