The Ghazal Hotel runs on a very casual system, whereby you can believe you' have a room reserved, but haven't. My friend and I stayed there at both ends of a 3-week trip, and each time there were double bookings of rooms, with people given a sort of alcove off the dining area, or sent away to find a different... more

We had read all the great reviews about this hotel. I initially contacted them by phone with a request for a double room with private facilities. Was assurred of availability but told would need to have a 3 bed room for 2 of our 4 nights but at the same price. I thought great and followed up with an email... more

We stayed here at the beginning and at the end of our stay in Damascus. We didn't have a reservation on our return but when we showed up, they welcomed us back warmly and offered us space on the roof. The managed to sort out a room for us the next two nights which was great. They were also fine... more

As a first timer to Damascus in April, getting a good place to stay was a must. The three brothers who own and run Ghazal hotel helped to take the sting out of any anxieties of being in Syria. The place is laid back and basic, but clean with decent rooms at a good rate. The brothers were on hand... more

As other reviews have mentioned ...... Ghazal is a really nice place to stay. Good location, clean, safe, and the owners are great ... very friendly and helpful. more

We stayed here for 4 nights and found the owner brothers very helpful and friendly. The hotel is in a great location, close to the lively Souk Saroujah cafe scene and 5 minutes walk from the Old City. more

We stayed here in an ensuite twin room for 5 nights for 1700 SYP per night. They are open all night so it's no problem arriving late as we did (though they did ask us to phone to confirm the reservation a day or so before arriving). The room was decent with comfortable beds, functioning bathroom (but poor water pressure... more

I had a wonderful time at Ghazal hotel. I stayed there 2 nights. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The breakfast is included and it is delicious. Plus, it is very close to the Old City and City Centre of Damascus. more

This had to be one of the best places to stay in an unknown country -- a homely atmosphere, wonderful and very helpful staff, rooms that were too perfect, especially for the price. I cannot thank the owners enough. One word of caution though -- book in advance, as it might be all sold out quite quickly. more