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The Pearl of the Mediterranean has an ambiance more in keeping with its neighbors to the north than with those in the Middle East. Site of Pharos lighthouse, one of the Wonders of the World, and of... more » The Pearl of the Mediterranean has an ambiance more in keeping with its neighbors to the north than with those in the Middle East. Site of Pharos lighthouse, one of the Wonders of the World, and of Anthony and Cleopatra’s tempestuous romance, the city was founded by Alexander the Great in 331BC. Today, Alexandria offers fascinating insights into its proud Greek past, as well as interesting mosques, the casino strip of the Corniche, some lovely gardens and both modern and heritage hotels. « less
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Metropole Hotel

1 of 5 stars
tszil
uk
2 Jul 2009

It's old, it's dirty, it's inefficient. The breakfast was dire, the bread was stale the fruit was old, the hot buffet was always cold. The table linen was threadbare, the lift was ancient. On day the...more

“My first impression was : "what is this place!"”

Hilton Alexandria Green Plaza

3 of 5 stars
Amiramour
Cairo, Egypt
29 Jun 2009

Before reserving , i had the image of the nice view of the Hilton Pyramids..and the moment i entered through the green plaza area, i was stunned ! I cannot understand the idea of having a renowned...more

“A lovely hotel on th med”

Helnan Palestine

4 of 5 stars
ShrewsburyChefette
Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
26 Jun 2009

The hotel is set in the grounds of a palace and the gardens are amazing and worth a walk around. We had a lovely room overlooking the med and a lagoon with a balcony.Tea and coffee were provided...more

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