Hotels in Damascus
The capital and oldest continuously inhabited city in the world.
Damascus
Damascus — the world's oldest continuously inhabited city — is experiencing a remarkable tourism renaissance in 2026. Walk the same streets as St. Paul and Saladin. Book through Bytnaa for the best prices on hotels near the Umayyad Mosque and the UNESCO Old City.
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The best areas to stay in Damascus are: the Old City (close to landmarks), Mazzeh & Malki (luxury hotels), and Midan (central location).
Hotel prices in Damascus range from around 500 SYP/night for budget hotels to 12,000 SYP and up for luxury properties (in new Syrian pounds, after the 2026 redenomination). Bytnaa shows the best prices with free cancellation.
Damascus has significantly improved in safety and welcomes international tourists. The Mazzeh, Malki, and Old City areas are considered safe. Bytnaa only lists verified, operational hotels.
The best time to visit Damascus is spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) with temperatures of 15–25°C.
Yes, most hotels in Damascus accept both USD and Syrian pounds. Through Bytnaa you can pay online by Visa or Mastercard, or cash on arrival.
Damascus International Airport (DAM) is approximately 25km from the city center, around 30–45 minutes by taxi.
Stories and tips from the Syria guide to plan your visit.
PlacesA full-day walk through Old Damascus: Souq al-Hamidiyeh, the Umayyad Mosque, Azem Palace, the spice souq and Straight Street — with timing and where to eat.
PlacesVisiting the Umayyad Mosque: from Roman temple and cathedral to one of Islam's greatest mosques — the mosaics, the three minarets and what to wear.
PlacesStraight Street (Via Recta) crosses Old Damascus from Bab al-Jabiya to Bab Sharqi: its Roman story, its place in the Bible, the arch, workshops and churches.
PlacesPlain walls outside, paradise inside: the Damascene courtyard house, the houses you can visit, and how to sleep or dine in one.
Food & drinkA guide to Syrian breakfast: ful medames, hummus, fatteh and msabbaha, manakish and ka'ak, labneh, za'atar and olives, morning tea — and how to order in a ful shop.
Food & drinkDamascus street food: chicken shawarma with toum, falafel, pounded Arabic ice cream, sahlab, ka'ak and licorice juice — eat like a local.