Title: Pineland Hotel and Health Resort Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Pineland Hotel and Health Resort Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and full-service spa ![Outdoor wedding area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5840000/5833600/5833530/5f661a44.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5840000/5833600/5833530/bd038e28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Banquet hall](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5840000/5833600/5833530/932141c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Executive Room | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free cots/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5840000/5833600/5833530/43cdd227.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free daily continental breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5840000/5833600/5833530/d0e74df7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Travelers find adventure and comfort at Pineland Hotel and Health Resort. Enjoy continental breakfast and a peaceful garden terrace. Active guests can try ziplining or horseback riding. For relaxation, book spa treatments like aromatherapy and Thai massage. 8.4 Very good ## Popular amenities - Bar - Hot tub - Pool - Breakfast included - Gym - Spa ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 28 - Nov 29](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-29&selected=5833530&PinnedHotelID=5833530&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-29&selected=5833530&PinnedHotelID=5833530&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 29 - Nov 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=5833530&PinnedHotelID=5833530&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=5833530&PinnedHotelID=5833530&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov 28 - Nov 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=5833530&PinnedHotelID=5833530&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=5833530&PinnedHotelID=5833530&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 5 - Dec 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=5833530&PinnedHotelID=5833530&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=5833530&PinnedHotelID=5833530&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Executive Room | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free cots/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5840000/5833600/5833530/5540abcc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Room ### Highlights Balcony Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds LCD TV Private bathroom Hairdryer - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Villa (Studio) | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free cots/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5840000/5833600/5833530/4eab5cb9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Villa (Studio) ### Highlights Balcony Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Kitchenette LCD TV Private bathroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed ![Villa, 1 Bedroom | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free cots/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5840000/5833600/5833530/8a2eae9e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Villa, 1 Bedroom ### Highlights Balcony Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Kitchenette LCD TV Separate bedroom - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed ![Standard Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free cots/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5840000/5833600/5833530/b2463864.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room ### Highlights Balcony Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds LCD TV Private bathroom Hairdryer - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed OR 1 Single Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBeirut-Hotels-Pineland-Hotel-And-Health-Resort.h5833530.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBeirut-Hotels-Pineland-Hotel-And-Health-Resort.h5833530.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C33.83608%2C35.68986&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=EwPaoNLjGR2AXr_lkZtEdQl4ml4=) Monte Verde Ras el Maten Road, Hammana La Martine Valley, Btebyat #### What's nearby - Shrine of St. Charbel - 10 min drive - 4.0 miles - City Center Beirut - 21 min drive - 14.5 miles - Le Mall Sin El Fil - 23 min drive - 15.7 miles - Souk Zalka - 24 min drive - 12.7 miles - Zaitunay Bay - 27 min drive - 18.7 miles #### Getting around - Beirut (BEY-Rafic Hariri Intl.) - 67 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪قهوة و مطعم ابو علي ( فالوغا ) - ‬11 min drive - ‪Ward - ‬19 min drive - ‪Expert - ‬20 min drive - ‪Mama Mia Pizza - ‬6 min drive - ‪Cherry Lane - ‬12 min drive ## About this property ### Pineland Hotel and Health Resort Luxury family-friendly hotel Consider a stay at Pineland Hotel and Health Resort and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace and a garden. Active travellers can enjoy horse riding, archery and ziplining at this hotel. Treat yourself to reflexology, a Thai massage or a body scrub at Pineland Spa, the on-site spa. Enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities, such as volleyball and basketball. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a playground and an arcade/games room. Additional perks include: - An indoor pool and an outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas - Free self-parking - Bike hire, an outdoor tennis court and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) - A gift shop, a billiards/pool table and a 24-hour front desk - Guest reviews say good things about the overall condition Room features All guest rooms at Pineland Hotel and Health Resort offer thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes. Extra amenities include: - Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cots/infant beds - Bathrooms with baths or showers - LCD TVs with DVD players - Wardrobes/cupboards, balconies and electric kettles ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119290000/119286600/119286597/5e95c9b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Terminal K Hotel Bhamdoun Bhamdoun - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Breakfast available 10 Exceptional 1 review £40 includes taxes & fees 30 Nov - 1 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=119286597&PinnedHotelID=119286597&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Royal Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub, Sea View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105990000/105988700/105988636/9be308b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Chateau Du Comte Daraaoun - Pool - Hot tub - Breakfast included - 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Arcade/game room - Children's pool - DVD player - In-room cot - Indoor pool - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool - Playground - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) - Snack bar/deli - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Gift shop/newsstand - Guidebooks - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Wedding services ### Business services - Business centre - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Garden - Pool loungers - Pool umbrellas - Terrace ### Full-service spa - 8 treatment rooms - Aromatherapy - Body scrubs - Couples treatment rooms - Deep-tissue massages - Hot stone massages - Prenatal massages - Reflexology - Sauna - Spa open daily - Steam room - Swedish massages - Thai massages ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Lift - Raised toilet seat - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk ### More - Banquet hall - Fireplace in lobby ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Free cot - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Private bathroom - Towels provided ### Entertainment - DVD player - LCD TV ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Limited room service - Minibar ### More - Air conditioning - Heating - Phone - Safe - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 45 per night. Free cots are available on request at the property ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Rollaway bed fee: USD 45 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Pineland Health Hammana Pineland Hotel & Health Resort Hammana Pineland Hotel Health Resort Deir el Harf Pineland Hotel Health Resort Pineland Health Deir el Harf Pineland Health Pineland Hotel And Health Deir El Harf Pineland Hotel Health Resort Btebyat Pineland Health Btebyat Hotel Pineland Hotel and Health Resort Btebyat Btebyat Pineland Hotel and Health Resort Hotel Pineland Hotel and Health Resort Btebyat Pineland Hotel Health Resort Hotel Pineland Hotel and Health Resort Pineland Health Pineland Health Resort Btebyat Pineland And Health Btebyat Pineland Hotel and Health Resort Hotel Pineland Hotel and Health Resort Btebyat Pineland Hotel and Health Resort Hotel Btebyat ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Pineland Hotel and Health Resort have a pool? > Yes, this property has an indoor pool, an outdoor pool and a children's pool. ### Is Pineland Hotel and Health Resort pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Pineland Hotel and Health Resort? > Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free. ### What time is check-in at Pineland Hotel and Health Resort? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Pineland Hotel and Health Resort? > Checkout is at noon. ### Does Pineland Hotel and Health Resort provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. ### Where is Pineland Hotel and Health Resort located? > Set in Btebyat, this family-friendly hotel is within 12 mi (20 km) of Shrine of St. Charbel, Château Trois Collines and RPM Karting. Waves Aqua Park and Baabda Palace are also within 16 miles (25 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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