Once a haven for renowned international figures, the Palmyra now stands empty. Reuters
Due to growing security concerns in the area near the Syrian border, instability has deprived the hotel of guests. Reuters
The Palmyra Hotel was built in 1847. Reuters
Pictures of famous guests decorate a wall. Reuters
The hotel lobby. Getty
The exterior in the Roman city of Baalbek. Reuters
Guests in the garden of the Palmyra Hotel. Matt Kynaston / The National
The plush interior of the Palmyra. Matt Kynaston / The National
The clerk is busy managing guests' bookings for The Baalbek International Festival. Matt Kynaston / The National
Rima Husseini is the co-owner of the Palmyra, she says she wants to preserve the history and culture of the building, while admitting it desperately needs renovations. Matt Kynaston / The National
