Destination guide
Latakia
Syria's main port city, with Mediterranean beaches, a lively corniche and green mountains close by.
Published stays in LatakiaOverview
Discover Latakia
Latakia is where many Syrian families head in summer. The city mixes a working port with seafront cafés, beaches and evening walks along the corniche, while the coastal mountains just inland offer pine forests and cooler air.
It is an easy base for the north coast, from the Bronze Age ruins of Ugarit to the mountain villages of Kassab and Slinfah and the Citadel of Salah Ed-Din on its forested ridge.
Why stay here
Reasons to stay in Latakia
Beach time
Beaches north of the city, including the Blue Beach area, are busiest from June to September.
Mountain escapes
Kassab and Slinfah offer forest walks, cooler evenings and village guesthouses within a short drive.
Coastal life
Fresh fish, seafront cafés and long summer evenings make a relaxed contrast to the inland cities.
Things to see
Beautiful spots to visit
Latakia Corniche
SeafrontThe waterfront promenade is the place for an evening stroll and sea views, with beaches such as Fshifish along the southern stretch.
Ugarit (Ras Shamra)
HeritageThe remains of a Bronze Age port city just north of Latakia, where clay tablets bearing one of the earliest known alphabets were discovered.
Citadel of Salah Ed-Din
HeritageA dramatic fortress on a wooded ridge east of the city, listed by UNESCO together with Krak des Chevaliers.
Kassab and Slinfah
NatureMountain resorts known for pine forests, cool summer air and village cafés, with views towards Jebel Aqra from Kassab.
Where to stay
Choosing your base
Every listing shows its approximate location. Compare it with the areas below before you request a booking.
Near the corniche
Best for sea views and evening walks. Check whether a listing faces the sea or the street.
The beach strip north of the city
Closer to the Blue Beach area and suited to a beach-focused summer stay.
Mountain villages
Slinfah and Kassab are cooler and quieter; a car makes getting around much easier.
Compare family stays in Latakia by space, kitchens, and base
Published stays
Compare current stays in Latakia
These are published listings, not a promise that a date is free. Open a property for its photos, capacity, amenities, and the total for your dates.
- Sea Breeze Coastal HotelCorniche, Latakia
- Latakia Southern Corniche VillaSouthern Corniche, Latakia
- Al-Samra Family Beach HomeAl-Samra, Latakia
- Al-Ziraa Sea Breeze RoomAl-Ziraa, Latakia
- Corniche Sunset ApartmentCorniche, Latakia
- Al-Samra Blue Door ChaletCoastal road, Latakia
Local flavours
Grilled and fried fish and mezze by the sea, and in the mountains, fresh fruit, honey and home-made jams.
Best time to visit
June to September for the beach. Spring and autumn are best for mountain walks.
How long to stay
Three to five nights, mixing beach days with a mountain trip.