The hotel itself possesses the expected Four Seasons style and elegance; opulent lacquered wallpaper, large bathrooms adorned with L'Occitane products, and little chic twists like leopard print cushions on the traditional chaise. Its location overlooking the marina provides glorious views of yachts and the ocean from the bedroom terraces, the perfect setting from which to enjoy breakfast.

Indeed you are sure to enjoy the breakfast, and lunch, and dinner. The Grill Restaurant on the second floor serves acclaimed steak (Time Out Beirut named the Grill as one of the city's best steakhouses) and superb desserts which look almost too good to eat and taste unbelievably good. (Try the crunchy orange profiteroles and ask about the macaroons!) Breakfast consists of a combination of local and international dishes - a traditional Lebanese selection of cheese, oil and flat bread are provided on your table but you may also order fancies such as French toast from the menu. This is in addition to the buffet table which offers fresh fruit, yoghurt, nuts and lots of their gorgeous pastries.

In the spa I sipped Jasmine tea before trying out their Meditterean massage treatment. Involving a hot wrap on my feet while the aches and knots were massaged out of the rest of my body this was a new experience for me which I am definitely keen to repeat. At the end of the treatment a discreet door was opened and I was led into a private room where an aromatic Jacuzzi was already prepared and a steam room was waiting to be tried out. This is the reason we were late for dinner that evening the cheese trolley was provided!

Check in: 1418 Professor Wafic Sinno Avenue, 2020 4107 Minet El Hosn, Beirut, Lebanon

Ultimate Luxury: A concierge who knows the best places to eat and when exactly you might be hungry

Most Indulgent Moment: Couples massage followed by private jacuzzi

Insider Secrets: The rooftop pool bar is the place to be come summer

The Little Things: The morning newspaper delivered in a black, cloth bag. Never seen a paper look so chic.

Dress code: Glam - think big hair and designer suits - for men and women

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