Alexandria, Egypt • Discover the Mediterranean Metropole of Egypt
Alexandria was named after Alexander the Great, its founder, and continues to be one of the country’s most important cities – in fact, it is the second greatest city in Egypt , with 3,5 million people. It is also the country’s largest seaport, and was once one of the world’s most influential cities because of its location. Now , Alexandria, Egypt is mainly a tourist site , holding many ancient artifacts and ruins of interest. You know you’re going to have fun in Alexandria, Egypt , but first things first. What about Alexandria, Egypt Hotels ?
Budget Hotels
If you’re looking for something cheap there are several options, though you will get what you pay for. The cheapest Alexandria, Egypt hotels tend to have friendly service, and only decent accommodations. Then again, at $20 a night, how can you complain? Some notable budget hotels include the Nile Excelsior Hotel, the Hotel Union, the New Welcome House and the Normandy Hotel. Just be warned when you stay at cheap hotels in Alexandria, Egypt you may have to share a bathroom.
Mid-Range Hotels
Mid-range Alexandria, Egypt hotels include the Holiday Hotel on Orabi Square and the Hotel Delta on Champollion Street, Mazarita. These hotels may not charm your pants off but you do get your own private bathroom, hot water, and at the Delta, cable television.
Luxury Hotels
The best Alexandria, Egypt hotels are to be found along the east shore, quite a distance away from the “old” part of the city.
Some of the most popular “splurge” Alexandria, Egypt hotels include the El-Salamlek Palace at Montazah Palace, first built in 1892 and at one time used as a lodge for the honored guests of Khedive Abbas Helmi II. The best quality of this hotel is the peace and quiet it offers exhausted travelers. The Four Seasons in San Stefano is certainly luxurious though a bit of a “modern” choice, as is the Renaissance Alexandria.
Not all higher-price hotels are luxurious; many of them offer standard three or four-star services, such as the Sheraton Montazah, the Helnan Palestine, Montazah, the Mercure Romance Alexandria and the Hilton Alexandria Green Plaza. However, they are worth considering as these are good hotels for about $100 compared with great hotels for $400 a night.
If you’re looking for the great Alexandria hotels with a taste of Egyptian luxury, try the Le Metropole and the Sofitel Cecil Alexandria, which has catered to celebrated people like Agatha Christie and Winston Churchill.
Alexandria, Egypt is a popular destination for cruise line passengers arriving at the Alexandria Port and having 12 hours to 2 days time for sightseeing in Egypt. These Alexandria Day Tours will enable you to explore the best of the Mediterranean Metropole of Egypt as well as Cairo and even Luxor.