The Smallville Hotel, BeirutThe Smallville Hotel in Beirut, Lebanon has a corrected score of 3.8 ± 0.4 (thin evidence, 1 of 4 platforms), ranked 6 of 32 hotels we score in Beirut. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.3 before correction: Tripadvisor 4.3. Rooms from about $250 a night (cached, not a live quote).The Smallville Hotel is a five-star property located on Damascus Road in the Badaro neighbourhood of the Museum District. The sixteen-storey building houses 156 rooms and 39 suites, with many offering views of the mountains or the local area. Guests can use the rooftop pool, the outdoor swimming pool, or the gym. The hotel includes a spa with massage services and a business centre. It suits business travellers and families, providing valet parking and pet-friendly options. While the interior is modern, the building is quite large with 156 rooms. On-site dining is available via the restaurant and 24-hour room service.What stands out

Rooftop pool with city views

Full service spa

On-site gym and health club

Valet parking available

Watch out for

No open buffet breakfast

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