This article will look at some popular hotels in Alexandria - a beautiful city that is the cultural center of Ancient Egypt and a very modern pearl of the Mediterranean. Holidays here will be remembered for the high level of service in hotels and other public places, clear sea, well-groomed beaches and incredibly beautiful impressive sights.
A little about Alexandria
Located in the northern part of the country and has the main property of the state - the old and new libraries, which are the heritage of Ancient Egypt. The foundation of Alexandria dates back to 334 BC, when Alexander the Great personally laid the first stone on this site. This is where the town got its name from. Today, about 4,000,000 people live in Alexandria, the city, like several thousand years ago, remains an international port, and is also one of the most popular Egyptian resorts.
Weather in Alexandria
ClimateMediterranean: winters are mild but rainy, while summers are hot and dry. The coldest, and at the same time the cheapest, are the first two months of the year (January and February). At this time, the air temperature averages 17 degrees Celsius. In winter, storms and heavy rains are not uncommon. The hottest time is in July and August. Air temperature can rise above +30.
The weather in Alexandria is also reflected in the water temperature of the Mediterranean Sea. In winter, it drops to +15, and in summer it is very warm and pleasant for swimming - an average of +26.
Alexandria Entertainment
It's a shame to visit this beautiful ancient city and not visit its significant places. This is the best option to get to know the people, life and the country as a whole. Although Alexandria hotels are rich in entertainment, it is highly recommended to get out of them on an excursion! So, the main attractions of the city:
- The Library of Alexandria - consists of "old" and "new" buildings, rich in Arabic manuscripts from different times.
- National Museum - notable for being located in a chic palace. It has collections of unique artefacts, as well as exhibitions telling about periods in Egyptian history.
- Abu Mena is an ancient city 45 km from Alexandria.
- Montaza Royal Palace is an example of unique architecture.
- Kite Bay is a fort built in the 15th century.
- Scenic Montaza Park.
- Tombs of Mustafa Kamel.
- Temple of the Serapeum - a structure erected by Ptolemy the Third (246-222gg. BC e.).
Alexandria today is a modern city with many entertainment venues such as casinos, restaurants, nightclubs and shopping centers. Therefore, walking along it will not be boring. And now is the time to find out which hotels in Alexandria are the best.
Hilton Borg El Arab
- Description. It is a complex consisting of one four-storey building and 80 chalets. Has five stars. Built in 1997. In general, this is a respectable hotel with an excellent beach and comfortable rooms. Characterized by a high level of comfort. Ideal for those seeking tranquility.
- Numbers. At Hilton Borg El Arab, every room has what a vacationer might need: a private bathroom, a mini-bar, appliances, modern furniture, internet, a balcony or a terrace.
- Food. There are three types (to choose from): BB, HB, FB. There are 4 restaurants and 3 bars on site.
- Entertainment. Many activities for adults and children: swimming pools, playgrounds and sports grounds, mini-club for creativity, furniture for kids, gym, disco, beach volleyball, big chess, sauna, steam room, tennis court.
- Prices. On average, a tour for two adults for 7 days will cost 37,000 rubles.
- Reviews. Clean comfortable rooms, proximity to the beach and tidy territory - that's what tourists emphasize when they rate the hotel "5".
Windsor Palace Hotel
- Description. The hotel was built at the very beginning of the century before last. It is a small palace, which stands right on the seashore. It features a chic interior: these are reliefs, frescoes and painted ceilings. Rooms feature balconies overlooking the Eastern Harbor.
- Numbers. A total of 76 rooms of various categories. They differ from rooms in other hotels in that they have high ceilings characteristic of past centuries, which were decorated by hand. The rooms are equipped with everything you need.
- Food. At Windsor Palace Hotel only breakfast is free. What is remarkable: it can be served on the panoramic terrace. The rest of the time you can eat in a cafe, restaurant, or go to the lounge-bar with snacks and delicious drinks.
- Entertainment. There is a tour desk on the territory that will send the vacationer along any desired route to get acquainted with the city.
- Prices. The average cost is 5000 rubles per day.
- Reviews. The hotel is unique and may not be to everyone's taste. On the one hand, he seemed to have come from the past to take tourists with him, to show how it was a hundred years ago. On the other hand, many tourists write that the hotel is in dire need of repair and does not deserve the amount for accommodation required by the administration.
Sheraton Montazah Hotel
- Description. Set in a 15-story building, the hotel is a modern hotel with bright, comfortable rooms and stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea.
- Numbers. Panoramic glazing and sliding balcony doors cannot fail to please vacationers. Roomsequipped with bright colorful furniture and a spacious bathroom. There is air conditioning, and there are other necessary equipment. In total, the hotel has 289 rooms of different categories, including rooms for people with disabilities.
- Food. On the territory there is a restaurant and a bar, in addition, it is possible to order food in the room. Here guests are offered to taste international cuisine and delicious drinks. There is also a cafe with cakes and pastries.
- Entertainment. It is proposed to rent a car for a trip around Alexandria. The hotel has well-developed infrastructure, for example, there are shops and a beauty salon. For vacationers there is a club, a sauna and a massage room. From the windows of the gym and from the outdoor area of the pool overlooking the sea. Sheraton Montazah Hotel has its own private beach.
- Prices. On average, from 4,000 to 12,000 rubles.
- Reviews. Small rooms and the lack of balconies in almost all "standards" are the minuses that vacationers write about in reviews. On the other hand, these shortcomings are compensated by the relatively low cost of living and a very rich menu. Tables are literally bursting with a variety of sweets, snacks and full meals.
Mercure Alexandria Romance Hotel
- Description. Mercure Romance Alexandria has 4 stars. Located 50 m from the beach. This is a cozy hotel, decorated in a modern style and equipped with comfortable furniture, which almost everywhere has panoramic windows overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.
- Numbers. There are 36 high-level rooms in total. In addition to the beautiful view from the windows, there is a complete set of necessary furniture and appliances, hygiene kits and towels in the bathroom.
- Food. In the mornings, all vacationers are offered to enjoy a hearty and nutritious breakfast served in the restaurant. It works throughout the day, so you can also eat here at lunch and in the evening. Guests can enjoy Egyptian and international cuisines. Another restaurant offers French delights. For drinks and a variety of snacks, go to the bar.
- Entertainment. There is a games room for children, while adults are invited to play tennis.
- Prices. On average 6,000-12,000 rubles per day.
- Reviews. Of the minuses, tourists write about small rooms. Otherwise, the hotel is pleasant to stay, with delicious food and amazing sea views.
Helnan Palestine Hotel
- Description. The Helnan Palestine Hotel is surrounded by a bright green garden that overlooks the bay. The hotel has 5 stars, it is located next to one of the historical sites of Egypt - the residence of the royal family of Montaza. Alexandria is 10 km and the airport is 15 km.
- Numbers. Like other hotels, Helnan Palestine Hotel offers its guests rooms fully equipped with all necessary appliances and furniture. The layout is spacious, there are tea and coffee making facilities, satellite TV. Some rooms have a view of the palace.
- Food. There are 5 restaurants and 4 bars on site. Guests are offered a choice of a wide variety of dishes, drinks and snacks both indoors and outdoors.
- Entertainment. There is a sandy beach nearby with a sun terrace. In the evening, a night club opens its doors, you can also play tennis, swim in the pool, taste water sports (non-motorized and motorized), get diving lessons or test yourself in billiards. There is a playroom for children. For lovely ladies there is a beauty salon, a massage room, a sauna and a jacuzzi.
- Prices. From 6,000 to 55,000 rubles.
- Reviews. Tourists confirm that the hotel really deserves its 5 stars. Landscaped and well-groomed park area, it has playgrounds for children and pleasant air. Many vacationers note that the holiday was a success thanks to this hotel and its staff.
Alexandria's hotels are mostly upscale establishments, where even if there are no conditions for entertainment, you won't be bored. The city is beautiful at any time of the year, so in order to save money, you can come here in winter and visit the sights without suffering from the sweltering heat. Alexandria is an Egyptian gem worth visiting.
