The Grand Meshmosh Hotel

Amazing hotel, staff were really friendly and professional. Michel and the colleague who looks like a young Freddie Mercury were great. They arranged fairly priced taxi services (travelling solo I'm always ripped off)||Breakfast is lovely homemade Lebanese food and the bar area is chill. It's right next to St Nicholas stairs and artsy gourd area. Great stay ❤🇱🇧

My Son and I had a wonderful time. We were on the top floor and so enjoyed being in Gemmayze. We were visiting family, and the location was perfect for being able to explore all morning, enjoying The Grand Meshmosh for our siesta, and feel safe returning at night. My only regret is that we did not spend enough time at the restaurant downstairs which I'm sure had fabulous food judging from our breakfasts. The staff were lively and sweet, it felt like we were being cared for as family. I had help arranging drivers for when we went out of town, and for pickup from the airport. Truly our stay here is what made our time in Lebanon feel seamless and we can't wait to return.

I absolutely loved my time here and even stayed twice during my latest month-long trip to Lebanon. The place has a special quality that makes it feel just like home. The location is perfect. It’s peacefully tucked away from the street, so you get all the quiet you need, but it's still right in the middle of vibrant Gemmayze. You can easily walk to Mar Mikhael and downtown, which is perfect for exploring. I stayed in a private room and it was fantastic—very comfortable, quiet, and spotless. The bed was comfy, and having a great breakfast included was a perfect way to start the day. The food served in the restaurant is delicious, and they have a great selection of drinks. It's the ideal spot to spend some relaxed time with friends, and I also found it easy and enjoyable to meet new people. What makes this place truly stand out is the people. The owner and people who work there are all so welcoming, friendly and attentive. They go out of their way to make you feel at home and are always up for a nice chat. Their hospitality is what makes this spot so special. I'll be coming back for sure!

There are a couple of things you should know - it is in a lively area however it’s not a traditional or Orginal Lebanese area at all, eg coffee starts at 5 dollar whereas a normal Lebanese breakfast or snack starts at 0.8 dollars - You are surrounded by food places and places to drink, fancy and expensive - The place is more a hotel than anything else: putting your clothes on the balcony is forbidden, bring food from outside is forbidden (you are supposed to eat in the restaurant downstairs) - There is no chair, not in the room nor on the balcony - so sitting on the balcony is also not appreciated; to me this qualifies as hotel but not as hostel. This is also fine as long as you are aware - No towels compared to all the other budget hostels I have been to in Lebanon, however free water - In the first female dorm no door that can be locked, whoever is sleeping in the second dorm is lucky and has more privacy - Next to the women’s dorm there is the washing machine. Again it would not be a problem if a) the dorm for women had a door b) the person who is constantly getting through the women’s bathroom would knock or c) they switch with the men’s dorm as it was always a man coming in for the laundry; in the picture you can see the green door to the stairway and the photo is taken out of the first women’s dorm; the black door is the one to the balcony where the washing machine is, right next to it in the right side it’s the the women’s bathroom - meaning if men come in they can directly see you in the shower - Staff is general supportive if asked but very much focused and caring about the elderly women constantly drinking wine (no offense), during 7 days stay no proper proactive exchange on hidden gems, insights or recommendations, also I founded it weird that my roommate and I as long stay guests did not get invited for the pub quiz - WiFi is not working at all in the female dorm, be aware - indeed a no go compared to the price per night

We had dinner at The Grand Meshmosh Hotel. Just salads, and they were amazing. The food, the place and the service have a lot of personality. A highly recommendable experience.

Staff failed to inform me of when breakfast ends at check in. He mentioned one time: noon (check out). No towels proffered to guests, so there’s ratty, moldy towels hanging in the rooms that guests have been dragging around with them as they travel. In the rooms at night, there are many mosquitos. I had requested a top bunk in my note in the booking, and at check in the guy congratulated me for receiving one of their last bottom bunks. And it was right next to an old man whose snoring rattled the room all night long. This place was a bummer.

If you are looking for a beautiful place , you are in the right place. My stay in the hotel was great but cleaning the neighboring rooms was annoying, but this will not stop me from coming back again. Michel and Ronnie are nice people.

What an amazing gem of a spot! The staff here are incredibly friendly and helpful. The organized quiz nights were busy and a lot of fun. The food was delicious. The rooms are clean and comfortable. And the location midway up St Nicolas Stairs is ideal. All-in-all, next time I’m back in Lebanon I will most certainly be staying back here!