Bab Idriss Travel Guide
Beirut
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Popular places to visit
Zaitunay Bay
Explore the waterfront in Beirut with a trip to Zaitunay Bay. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Hamra Street
During your trip to Beirut, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Hamra Street. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Beirut Corniche
Explore the great outdoors at Beirut Corniche, a lovely green space in Beirut. Wander the seaside and beaches in the area.
Beirut Souks
During your visit to Beirut, you can enjoy retail therapy at Beirut Souks. Discover the cafes and its museums while you're in the area.
Our Lady of Lebanon
Find out about the history of Harissa with a stop at Our Lady of Lebanon. Amble around this trendy area's seaside and enjoy its lively bars.
Top hotels in Bab Idriss
ZETT HOTEL
Radisson BLU Martinez Hotel, Beirut
The hotel is well located and close to serviced areas. The rooms are spacious but require a face lift and some further amenities like a coffee machine. The mattress are very soft and feel consumed. Aside from that, the breakfast and facilities are very good and staff is friendly.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
InterContinental Phoenicia Beirut by IHG
Wonderful stay and great staff. Within walking distance of down town area and the bay.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Hamra Urban Gardens
"I recently had an amazing stay at Hamra Urban Gardens in Beirut. The vibe of the hotel is incredibly unique—it’s the perfect blend of urban cool and traditional Lebanese hospitality. The rooftop pool is a sanctuary in the middle of Hamra, and the whole place feels like a vibrant community. However, ...
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Studio 44
The room is dirty
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Mövenpick Hotel Beirut
Lovely staff. Smooth check-in. It's a shame that the spa wasn't working properly.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bab Idriss
Beirut Central District
Beirut Central District is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Beirut Souks and Al-Abed Clock Tower.
Secteur Minet El Hosn
If you're spending some time in Secteur Minet El Hosn, Charle de Gaulle Residence and Port of Beirut are top sights worth seeing.
Jnublat
When in Jnublat, you can plan a visit to Hamra Street and Zaitunay Bay, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Ain Al Mraiseh
If you're spending some time in Ain Al Mraiseh, Port of Beirut and Beirut Corniche are top sights worth seeing.
Beirut Waterfront
While visiting Beirut Waterfront, you might make a stop by sights like Port of Beirut and Zaitunay Bay.
Hamra
You'll enjoy the archaeological sites and museums in Hamra. You might want to make time for a stop at Hamra Street or Agial Art Gallery.
