This hundred-year-old property and landmark in Lebanon, set on the land of wine, is located where the Sannine Mountain meets the Bekaa Valley, with direct access to Syria. The charming historical hotel is within walking distance of central Zahle and the Berdawni restaurants, a name synonymous with Lebanon's famous mezzeh and the delights of outdoor dining. Guests will find shops, bars and nightlife in the immediate vicinity of the family-friendly conference hotel. Other nearby places of interest include the Roman temple of Baalbeck (40 km away), the Umayyad sites of Anjar (25 km), the wineries and many other ancient sites, such as Niha Roman Tomb (10 km) and Karoun Lac (35 km). Beirut and the nearest beach are 50 minutes' drive from the hotel and Beirut International Airport is approximately 47 km away. Situated in the centre of Zahle, this hotel offers good facilities and 104 well-furnished rooms overlooking the main river of the city, the Al Berdawni. The hotel also offers several restaurants serving excellent Lebanese and international cuisine. Guests are welcomed in a lobby with 24-hour reception and check-out services, a hotel safe, currency exchange facilities, a cloakroom, lift access and a newspaper stand. Renovated in 2009, the air-conditioned historical hotel also offers a hairdressing salon, cafe, bar and a disco. Kidzy is an indoor kids' playground and a children's club that offers a range of activities to keep kids and kids at heart occupied throughout Zahle's beautiful summer days. For teenagers, PS3 and WII games are available. Guests may also take advantage of the conference facilities, Internet access (fees apply), room and laundry services (fees apply for both), and a car park and garage.