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 March
Estimated hotel price
S$ 213
1 night at 3-star hotel
Beirut in March
Estimated hotel price
S$ 213
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 18h 20m.

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 18h 20m.

Airports near Beirut

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Airlines serving Beirut

Lufthansa
Good (8,225 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,571 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,062 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,480 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,645 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,731 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,655 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,978 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,207 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,580 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,532 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,039 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,331 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (692 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (447 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (236 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,988 reviews)
Air Europa
Good (635 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (633 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (298 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 Hamra Urban Gardens, Beirut offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around S$ 99 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 231 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Beirut, with prices from S$ 35 to S$ 609 per night. Al Hamra is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Beirut are about 6% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Beirut

Most booked hotels in Beirut

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Mövenpick Hotel Beirut
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
S$ 283+
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Jounieh Suites Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
S$ 65+
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Bay Lodge
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
S$ 146+
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Radisson Blu Martinez Hotel, Beirut
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
S$ 141+
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Bel Azur Hotel & Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
S$ 99+
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Coral Beach Hotel and Resort Beirut
5 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
S$ 115+
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Hiring a car in Beirut

Expect to pay S$ 1.59 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$ 19.01 and S$ 25.34. The most frequently booked car type in Beirut is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Class Economy Car or similar) is, on average, 66% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay S$ 1.59 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$ 19.01 and S$ 25.34. The most frequently booked car type in Beirut is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Class Economy Car or similar) is, on average, 66% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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