Lonely Planet Review

While first impressions from outside might lead you to think this is a beach shack mistakenly plonked in central Damascus, once inside its air-conditioned interior, you'll discover an endearingly homely affair, with a suitably languorous feel. After a warm welcome by Ahmad, Sayer or Mohammed, you'll be shown the courtyard with tables and cane chairs where travellers sit and write postcards - off this are most of the rooms. Double and twin rooms have new beds and spotlessly clean sheets, air-conditioning/heating, hot water, and the bathroom 'cabinet' is spotlessly clean - sheets, towels and shampoo are also provided, a rarity at this level. Ask for an upstairs room - they're a private escape from the craziness of the capital. The brothers will tell you about their long list of services (airport pick-up, laundry, driver, doctor & parking) but all in good time…