Lebanon’s Hottest Pools and Beaches

Lebanon is hands down one of the best summer spots in the Middle East, with its breathtaking beach resorts, epic pool parties and June to August weather more moderate than the rest of the region.

We’ve rounded up some of the hottest beach clubs and pools in and around Beirut, whether you want to tan the day away on the shores of the Mediterranean or dance in your bikini well into the night:

 

 

Iris

 

 

This gorgeous beach club in Damour hidden behind tantalizing blue doors is owned by the same people as White and Iris Dubai. Here, it’s the staff who make the experience unique, from the guy with the impressive handlebar mustache collecting the entrance fee to the Miley Cyrus lookalike bartender to the brilliant deep house DJ who you’ll want to take everywhere with you just to spin the soundtrack to your life.

Order their salads for a light lunch and their hollowed-out coconut, pineapple and watermelon cocktails for a heavy buzz.

 

 

Lazy B

 

 

For a peaceful atmosphere and breezy relaxation, head to Lazy B in Jiyeh. Their natural creek, three pools and island-style cabanas and hammocks offer the optimum surroundings to laze the summer days away with friends or family.

 

 

Orchid

 

 

This glam, adults-only beach club in Jiyeh is decked out in all white everything, with private jacuzzis and fantastic service. A Lebanese summer is truly incomplete without days spent lounging and weekends spent dancing at Orchid.

 

 

La Plage

 

 

Located on the eastern end of the Corniche in Beirut, the popular La Plage is another prime see-and-be-seen spot, complete with a swim-up bar and well-regarded seafood restaurant.

 

 

Riviera

 

 

Another trendy beach lounge on the Corniche, Riviera Hotel offers a salt water pool, jet skiing and weekend festivities filled with tanned bodies and flowing cocktails.

 

 

Pierre & Friends

 

 

Think: succulent seafood, warm vibes and chill tunes. Pierre & Friends is a local fave in Batroun and has spectacular sunset views.

 

 

Le Gray

 

 

Le Gray’s rooftop infinity pool is a fantastic choice if you don’t want to bother driving out of Beirut for a swim. The hotel is located in the heart of downtown, so you’ll literally be floating above all of the city traffic.

 

 

C-Flow

 

 

This 18-and-up resort in Byblos is a magnet for the trendy set both day and night. Book a private jacuzzi and get a complimentary bottle of Moet & Chandon to pop.

 

 

Le Montagnou

 

 

One of the most well-known restaurants in Faraya, Le Montagnou is a traditional chalet suisse with an infinity pool that offers mountain and Mediterranean views even more stunning than you can imagine.

 

 

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