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Lebanon Hotels and Resorts - has made progress toward rebuilding its political institutions since 1991 and the end of the devastating 16-year civil war. Under the Ta'if Accord - the blueprint for national reconciliation - the Lebanese have established a more equitable political system, particularly by giving Muslims a greater say in the political process while institutionalizing sectarian divisions in the government. Since the end of the war, the Lebanese have conducted several successful elections, most of the militias have been weakened or disbanded, and the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) have extended central government authority over about two-thirds of the country.

Hizballah, the radical Shi'a party, retains its weapons. Syria maintains about 16,000 troops in Lebanon, based mainly east of Beirut and in the Bekaa Valley. Syria's troop deployment was legitimized by the Arab League during Lebanon's civil war and in the Ta'if Accord. Damascus justifies its continued military presence in Lebanon by citing Beirut's requests and the failure of the Lebanese Government to implement all of the constitutional reforms in the Ta'if Accord. Israel's withdrawal from its security zone in southern Lebanon in May 2000, however, has emboldened some Lebanese Christians and Druze to demand that Syria withdraw its forces as well.

Le Meridien Commodore Hotel Beirut Lebanon Hamra Commodore Street, Beirut, Lebanon Hotel Rating: Reserve Inquire View Rates

In the heart of Beirut, Le Méridien Commodore is ideally located in the shopping and business district. The hotel offers an unrivalled range of business and leisure facilities including a conference center, a unique News Bar, an exclusive japanese tepenyaki restaurant Benihana and an authentic lebanese cuisine with live entertainment La Casbah, an outdoor swimming pool as well as access to Lifstyles, Beirut's most exclusive Health club.

ACCOMMODATION: 209 splendidly-appointed rooms will pamper even the most discerning business traveller or international tourist. Internet access, room safe, satellite television, bathroom phone and individual climate control are all provided, while our 24-hour room service ensures that you will have everything that desire, day or night. RESTAURANT : At La Brassserie, you can enjoy a wide selection of Lebanese and European dishes, while an authentic taste of Lebanon can be found in La Casbah with our Belly Dancer and live band. The colourful and exciting past of the hotel makes its presence felt in the News Bar overlooking the swimming pool. Activities A relaxing swimming pool, beauty salon, and fully equipped gymnasium are all at your dispo-sal. There's also a bookshop and jewellery shop in the hotel lobby. The business traveller can take advantage of 24-hour business centre and round-the-clock room service. The hotel also has banquet and conference facilities with the every latest audio-visual equipment. Enjoy free entry to Lifestyles, Lebanon's new state-of-the-art health club. What is more, you have access to the popular Saint-Georges Yacht Motor Club, just 5-minutes away. Watersport activities, such as jet skiing, waterskiing or even an idyllic yacht cruise are all available to you. The elegant and extremely popular Benihama provides diners with the delights of the Far East. Our performing chefs and delicious Japanese cuisine are the ideal ingredients for a fun-filled night.