Hotel ‘Monte Cassino’ now open

20 suite boutique hotel in Jounieh

After its recent soft opening, the official debut of the 'Monte Cassino' hotel in Jounieh is planned for September. The hotel has applied for accreditation with the Bureau Veritas.

The property includes 20 suites, the 'Tulip'  fine dining resto-lounge, and a rooftop with pool, bar, and barbecue station. Other amenities include a gym and spa. Investment in the five-floor hotel is $7 million, according to Elie Demian, hotel owner. Demian said that he bought the existing building and renovated it to match his new hotel concept.

Demian is the owner of the three-star Le Quartier in Tabarja.

“I believe Jounieh is a futuristic, booming area,” Demian said. According to him, the area has high potential for moreof luxury hotels.