# The Best Hotels in Syria: Syria Link The finest hotels in Syria: historic Damascene courtyard boutiques, luxury 5-star properties in Aleppo, and comfortable accommodations in every major city. **By Iyad Abo Al Shamat, Syria Travel Specialist at Syria Link** **Category**: Syria Sites ## 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. This guide covers hotels and accommodations in Syria's most popular tourist cities, 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. * **Royal Semiramis ★★★★★:** A luxury five-star haven in the middle of the city’s business district and iconic historical attractions. * **Golden Mazzeh ★★★★★:** Nestled in the heart of Damascus' prestigious Diplomatic District, Golden Mazzeh Hotel is the city’s newest five-star destination, positioned near embassies and ambassadors’ residences. * **Kaisr Palace ★★★★:** Located in Damascus, Maysaloon Street. * **Beit Zaman ★★★★★:** A boutique hotel in old Damascus, situated in the historic area at the intersection of Straight Street (“Via Recta”) and Bab Touma Street. * **Dar Al Yasmine ★★★★:** A historic hotel located in the heart of Old Damascus, offering a unique experience with its 250-year-old structure and traditional ambiance. * **Ain Al-Sharq ★★★★:** A haven of Damascene authenticity, blending the scent of history with the warmth of Eastern hospitality, located near the Sayyida Ruqayya Shrine in the heart of Damascus. ## 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. * **Quattro Hotel ★★★★:** Located in the heart of the ancient city of Aleppo, the Quattro Hotel offers a luxurious accommodation experience that blends authenticity and modernity. The hotel features elegant rooms and upscale services that ensure the comfort of visitors, whether on a business or leisure trip. At Quattro, we pay attention to the smallest details to provide you with an unforgettable stay in one of the oldest cities in the world. ## Best Hotels in Homs * **Safir Homs ★★★★★:** Located in a modern residential area of the city and within a close and comfortable distance to the main business and shopping center. Safir Homs Syria has an inventory of 92 classically decorated rooms and suites, all outfitted with complimentary WiFi. * **Luis Inn Hotel ★★★★:** An upscale, design-focused hotel with a Syrian historical perspective inspired by an ancient kingdom ruled by the Emesene dynasty. Founded in 2022 in Homs, it offers modern elegance across 6 rooms and 2 suites, all superbly furnished with every feature of modern living demands. * **Al-Waleed Hotel ★★★:** Welcomes you to the heart of Homs, close to the city's commercial center, offering a stunning view of picturesque natural farms and the famous Al-Kharab Street. The hotel offers guests all the comforts and luxuries, from elegant rooms and suites to a restaurant and a café, making it the ideal choice for business travelers, families, and friends alike. ## Best Hotels in Tartus * **Junada Hotel ★★★★★:** Located within the Antaradus Project, the largest of its kind on the Syrian coast. Junada Hotel offers a sleek accommodation experience combining contemporary luxury, entertainment facilities, and sea views. The Antaradus project stretches over 1.5 kilometers along the Corniche of Tartous, overlooking the Mediterranean coast, and includes residential, office, commercial, and retail components in an integrated resort community. ## Best Hotels in Latakia * **Afamia Rotana ★★★★★:** AFAMIA HOTEL RESORT is located at the crossroads of the Near East, on a peninsula 2 km from Latakia city centre. It features an exceptional beach front, making it an ideal destination for both leisure and business travellers. * **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. ## 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. It has 63 twin rooms, 6 royal suites, and 4 presidential suites. [View this article online](https://syrialink.net/blog/best-hotels-in-syria/)