Makbousi, Ahiram Street, 1401 Jbeil, Lebanon
#20 of 24 hotels in Jbeil
Guests' ChoiceBased on 41 hotel reviews
8.7Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
8.4
Location
9.6
Facilities
8.9
Staff
9.7
Value for money
8.8
Free WiFi
7.5
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Reviewed: 21 August 2025
Karim
EgyptNothing
Location and Sea view is the best ever in Byblos . Free parking is available .
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 14 August 2025
Mary
LebanonSuper friendly and helpful staff, clean rooms, very convenient location and enjoyable access to the beach… very affordable price for a remarkable location
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 13 July 2025
Anna
UkraineGuys on reception were super helpful and friendly! They respond to any request and help with everything Very professional and friendly service what makes the atmosphere of the vacation very nice and pleasant . The hotel’s location is perfect: right next to the old bazaar, citadel and all the sightseeings and at the same time it’s beachfront with a beautiful view and perfect beach. Our room was upgraded to a sea view, and the view from it was amazing 😍 Highly recommend
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 18 July 2024
Richard
TurkeyThe room overlooked the sea, and staff were extremely attentive and friendly. In particular, they were totally accommodating when I needed to change my booking at very short notice. The owner also drove me personally into the Old Town, and introduced me to friends
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 5 November 2023
Marnyk_1970
LebanonI liked the view and the location
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 29 August 2023
Zoran
SloveniaEverything perfect. Night sounds from beach bar, but not very disturbing.
Great location, on the beach, close to old town. Great breakfast on terrace overlooking the sea. Big balcony.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 30 June 2023
Jill
United Kingdomnothing
location!! perfect for the beach and the old town and port
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 12 June 2023
Samira
United StatesThe bathroom in room 305 can use some updating.
The breakfast was excellent. The location was very convenient.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 28 May 2023
Galya
SwitzerlandThe bathroom was not what I would rate as good, as well as the room inside as a whole, however you will servive. Good value for money!
The room was incredible - with the view and the balcony. Thank you! Location - excellent! And very convenient car-park. P.S. Fantastic coffee!
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 2 May 2023
Nicolas
CanadaNothing
Excellent location, perfect view of the sea and a great staff. Always ready to help
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 15 March 2023
Britta
GermanySmall shower
Great location: quiet and ok the beach. Giant bed. Clean
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 3 February 2023
Aiken
United StatesIncredible location incredible staff relaxed yet elegant!
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 5 January 2023
Armelle
IrelandFor a family with an active little boy this place is perfect. walking distance to everywhere, the beach, the souk, the port and the public gardens. It was really handy and practical. the staff were exceptional, they organised taxis for us to go anywhere, helped us order dinners and take away and always looked after us. They also helped entertain our very active 3 year old. the location is truly perfect and while we went in winter where a lot of places are closed, it was perfect for us. the sea views are incredible.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 7 December 2022
Lee
United KingdomPleasant and straightforward hotel, we had a whopping balcony overlooking the sea. Breakfast was great and again on a sea-facing terrace.
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 22 October 2022
Mauricio
United Statesrooms need renovation but they are ok.
location
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 3 October 2022
Анна
Russiaobjectively nothing to mention
We stayed at this hotel over the day and truly enjoyed it! The staff are great guys and helped us with everything, we could even choose the room between two variants. Our room had everything a normal family with children needs. The location is perfect if you want to be close to all the sightseeings, restaurants and at the same time to the beach. So you can swim in the clean water and then go to the castle. Very quiet in the evening.
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 15 September 2022
Nasser
United StatesThe beach noise at night made it hard to sleep and no room service available.
Ocean view and beach front. Great view and nice rooms. Conveniently located to Citadel, walking distance.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 8 June 2025
Mohammad
United Arab EmiratesVery old, furniture needs refurbishment. Door of the balcony needs to be fixed. Cleaning can be improved. Overpriced for what it is
Amazing sea view from the main hotel lobby and even from the room balcony. Peddle beach just next to the hotel
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 12 May 2025
Salim
GermanyAlthough the staff were nice, the hotel is not a 4-star hotel as mentioned in the descriptions. Also, the bed was so noisy and uncomfortable.
The staff were very friendly and nice. We were able to make a late check-in and they agreed to show us different rooms to meet our taste.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 27 June 2023
Jean
ChinaThe rating is totally over rated. No negative comments. This place is to avoid absolutely
Outdated premises- toilet flush broken - beach lounge bar’s loud music until 3:00 AM. Cannot sleep.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 6 May 2023
Christopher
Canadawater pressure is only reasonable; toilet is a challenge to flush; the description of the room was that a hairdryer was supplied: there was none: they need to update their description of the rooms
great location; views of the sunset and sea are amazing; hot water always available
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 14 March 2023
Ken
Hong KongThere is one socket (in the middle of the bed headboard) in the room for charging devices. Shower water pressure is weak. Hotel response to queries is slow. I requested airport shuttle, but they didn't call back until the very day I would be arriving. Already made alternative arrangement.
Location is right at the beach! also within 10 walking distance to old town Byblos. The waves are pretty loud especially at quiet nights; light sleepers might not like it, but some people would find this lovely. Staff is nice and helpful; minimal blackout periods Functioning wifi.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 13 March 2023
Welshjake🏴
United KingdomThe hot water in the shower wasn't working at the time I visited.
View of the beach that was 50 metres away was amazing from my room and the room was clean. Staff were very friendly and helpful, even Upgraded my room free of charge.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 24 December 2022
Lugovaya
UkraineOld Roo
Location
Stayed in December 2022
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