The Liwan Hotel is a historical stone building with balconies and arches which is located in the center of Antakya (Hatay) within walking distance of the world renowned Archaeological Museum and other sights of interest. Antakya Liwan hotel was restored and opened in October 2008 for your comfort. The building was constructed in the 1920’s by the architect Sekip Nakpi and is an excellent example of eclectic architecture. The first resident of the building was the first president of Syria. The 24 luxuriously decorated rooms are each different from each other and feature air-conditioning, cable T.V. safe deposit box, minibar, direct dial telephone and private toilet and shower with hair dryer. Some of the rooms have balconies. Handicapped and non-smoking rooms are available. The Antakya Liwan Hotel offers a restaurant, café and bar which are inside of stone walls with a special atmosphere, also a disco, live music and other services and facilities such as room service, dry cleaning, internet connection and car park.