Deir Al Oumara

Lebanon


A stunning two-level arched loggia gives onto a lovely courtyard whose open side reveals a peaceful panorama of tree-clad hillside. The dozen rooms don't have quite the same wow factor, but are recently modernised and mostly very spacious (one is split-level). Breakfast and other meals with that view are a delight and the manager is keen to help.


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