El Achkar Guesthouse is located in El Khyarbeh Shouf, just 50 Km from Rafic Hariri Airport. Beiteddine Palace is 14 km away from El Achkar Guesthouse and Shouf Biosphere Reserve is 5 km from the property. Certain rooms feature a sitting area (Chimney Room) to relax in after a busy day. There is a coffee machine and a kettle in the room. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer. A flat-screen TV is provided. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. Free private parking is available on site. The guesthouse also provides bike rental and car rental.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
5 single beds
4 single beds
3 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
7.5
Cleanliness
7.5
Comfort
7.5
Value for money
10
Location
10
High score for Beït ed Dîne

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  • Nancy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely accommodation - dorm rooms with heaters and storage and lovely living area with open fire. Beautiful gardens to chill out in in a quiet village in the mountains, lovely views very quiet at night. Kitchen space to cook your own food but...

Hosted by Salim El Achkar (Owner)

10
10
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Salim El Achkar (Owner)
El Achkar Guesthouse, owned by Salim El Achkar, is a 250-year-old house in Khraybe el Shouf. It is the perfect place for a weekend getaway from the daily noises of the city with a panoramic view of the region. Additional Info: Altitude above sea: 1,050m Distance from Beirut: 55Km Next to Al-Shouf Cedar Nature Reserve Next to Darb el Jabal for Hiking - Lebanon Mountain Trail Association Next to several archaeological sites The guesthouse consists of 5 bedrooms (total of 18 beds with the possibility of adding mattresses for larger groups): -Room no. 1: fits up to 5 persons -Room no. 2: fits up to 4 persons -Room no. 3: fits up to 4 persons -Room no. 4: fits up to 3 persons All have a kitchenette, 2 bathrooms and a main chimney/sitting room in common + access to the garden (Breakfast included + Free WiFi + Free water, tea, coffee, juice) -Room no. 5: fits up to 2 persons A private room on the other side of the garden, it consists of a kitchenette and a bathroom + access to the garden (Breakfast included + Free WiFi + Free water, tea, coffee, juice)
My name is Salim, I am a sociable, caring and full of positive energy person and I love to see everyone around me happy! "When I was 10, I used to urge my dad to modernize our house, I wanted to get rid of the arches, the yellowed stone walls, every old display and the “diwan,” the traditional Arab living room. I never looked at our 250-year-old house as a cultural treasure.” I have learned that success comes from taking risks and even failing sometimes but, most important, it is the dream that keeps me going.
Calm neighborhood Panoramic View
Languages spoken: Arabic,English,French

Property surroundings

Facilities of El Achkar Guesthouse

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free parking
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Seating Area
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Transport
  • Public transport tickets
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
General
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Mosquito net
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages spoken
  • Arabic
  • English
  • French

House rules

El Achkar Guesthouse takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 19:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 07:00 to 12:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 10 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.


Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform El Achkar Guesthouse in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

FAQs about El Achkar Guesthouse

  • The prices at El Achkar Guesthouse may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • El Achkar Guesthouse is 4.3 miles from the centre of Beït ed Dîne. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at El Achkar Guesthouse include:

    • Double
    • Family
    • Quadruple
    • Triple

  • El Achkar Guesthouse offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Bike tours
    • Walking tours
    • Bicycle rental

  • Check-in at El Achkar Guesthouse is from 14:00, and check-out is until 12:00.