I grew up in Beirut as a child. As an American, I went to Elementary School, High School and The American University Of Beirut while my family lived here. I am now in my early 70s and I return regularly to vacation. There was a time that I stayed in the large luxury hotels, such as The Four Seasons. The problem with these hotels is that they have nothing to do with the pulse of Beirut. Beirut is it's people and their energy, their passion. My friends suggested I look into this adorable boutique hotel in the heart of Gemmayzee, and I will never stay anywhere else. I will be returning in April 2026 and I have already booked my reservation. I book a room above Gouraud Street and the street is alive with people eating and socializing at the many restaurants. There are stores for shopping and outdoor coffee shops and beautiful couples walking up and down the street. It is considered the "Hip" area of Beirut, much like Hamra Street was 50 years ago. Unfortunately Hamra is a run down section of Beirut now. I greatly encourage you to check out The Hotel Lost. To stay anywhere else in Beirut is to miss the beauty of the Lebanese People.
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