Oriental, Damascus

Oriental hotel is a 5 stars boutique hotel. It was converted from a house into a hotel. It had long been a dream of theirs to restore an Old Damascene house.

The Oriental hotel used to be a family owned house and like most houses in the old city of Damascus, it lacked many of the basic services. The house set around a traditional Damascene courtyard had no facilities when May took over the work.

Reached via the ancient alleys of Damascus, this pink colored wall hotel has painstakingly been restored to its former glory. Oriental hotel built around a central courtyard with citrus/orange trees and a fountain is located in Bab Touma, the Christian quarter of Damascus's old city in Syria.

Oriental includes 11 bedrooms (two singles, two doubles, five twins and two suites), with a courtyard, terraces and private patios. It also features an Old Bayke (stable), converted into a gallery, restaurant and cafe. The hotel dates back to the 17th century and boasts original features from the 18th century, together with a mid 16th century archway. The hotel is unstinting in its style and blends tradition with luxury.

Each room is exotically entitled and decorated in traditional Syrian style using local products. Brocade is used to make the curtains and the beds are fitted with Damascene quilts. Bathrooms are fitted with hand made and painted tiles and drawings. Come to Damascus and experience life in an ancient Arab city where you will hear chirping birds and the moan of the muezzin from the courtyard garden of the hotel.

Oriental hotel is tucked away in a small narrow cobbled street and the only way to recognize the hotel is its salmon-pink colored walls and the heavy wooden door. If you are looking for kingly comfort without heavily taxing your pocket, then your search should lead you to Oriental hotel, the best hotel in the area with a fantastic view.

The hotel has some kids’ activities. It is highly recommended for the summer vacations and weekend escapes. The rooms are large in size and well equipped. All the guests' rooms, suites and duplexes have a private balcony.

Oriental hotel is a 5 stars deluxe hotel located in the heart of Damascus. Close to the diplomatic area and commercial centre, the hotel reflects international standards in style and service with remarkable blend of personalized service and hospitality.