By Iyad, Syria Travel Specialist at Syria Link · Published Updated
Overview
Syrian hotels are known for their distinctive oriental architectural style. The accommodations vary from modest hostels to five-star hotels with high quality customer service, free internet access, pleasant, well-equipped rooms, and a variety of other features.
In order to provide you with a thorough understanding of the hotels and accommodations in Syria before traveling there, we will analyze the top hotels in the most popular tourist cities in the country, including Damascus, Aleppo, and other tourist spots.
Best Hotels in Damascus
The majority of hotels in Damascus, notably those in the old city, were inspired by the old Damascene residences with central open courtyards, which often have an alcove, a water fountain, and citrus trees filling the hotel with their energizing scent. The city is also well-known for its luxurious hotels with pools, wedding venues, and sports arenas.
Notable hotels include:
- Agenor Hotel — A 5-star boutique hotel situated directly on Straight Street (Via Recta), featuring ancient architecture with glass windows fashioned with Persian adornment and pottery borders painted with Arabic poetry.
- Albal Hotel — Rooms distributed around a lovely courtyard with flowers and trees encircling a waterfall fountain. Located in Bab Tuma, an excellent starting point for exploring the old city.
- Art House Hotel — A charming boutique hotel in the Mezzeh area, ideal for families seeking a change of pace from traditional accommodations. The restaurant serves Arabic and local cuisine.
- Cham Palace Hotel — Situated at the junction of two busy streets in the heart of Damascus, offering spacious, contemporary rooms with gold trim bathrooms.
- Four Seasons Hotel — Close to popular tourist attractions, shops, and restaurants, featuring a fitness center and stylish 5-star amenities.
Best Hotels in Aleppo
The tourist attractions and landmarks in Aleppo are world-famous. As a result, this city has many hotels, some of which date back more than a century and have hosted important figures from the Arab world and beyond.
- Chahba Cham Palace Hotel — About 2 kilometers from the citadel, on the main Damascus route. One of Syria's most luxurious hotels, with large stylishly furnished rooms. Some rooms on higher floors feature views of the citadel.
- Mansouriya Palace Hotel — Offers excellent lodging with a sauna and outdoor pool, well located for people who want to see nearby attractions.
- Sheraton Aleppo Hotel — Situated on a full city block in the downtown Bab Al Faraj neighborhood, putting the historical city of Aleppo right outside its door.
Other Prestigious Hotels across Syria
- Paradise Inn International — Situated in the city of Bloudan, 40 minutes' drive from Damascus. Recommended for families and weekend getaways, with some rooms providing a valley view.
- Bosra Cham Palace — In the center of the historic city of Bosra-Cham, a brand-new luxury hotel built using Greek and Roman architectural principles.
- Tadamora Palace Hotel & Spa — Located in Palmyra, giving access to the Valley of the Tombs and the Citadel of Ibn Maan. Features 63 twin rooms, 6 royal suites, and 4 presidential suites.
- Le Meridien Latakia — Offers luxurious 5-star accommodation with 258 well decorated rooms and a magnificent view of the sea, a short drive from the ancient city of Ugarit.