Opinion

An exclusive, top notch choice with an air of quiet sophistication and a wide array of facilities suitable for monied travellers who enjoy being pampered. It offers a tranquil, comfortable haven from the outside chaos and is the sort of place that makes you want to speak in hushed tones. Understandably popular with royalty and celebrities attracted by its discreet but luxurious ambience. Boasts either a Nile or Pyramid view and is well-placed for sightseeing.

Exterior

Stately 20-storey green marble twin towers soaring out of a vast 3-storey base housing an upscale shopping mall; one residential tower; half of rooms with balconies.

Property type: Hotel

Storeys: 20

Built Year: 2002

Exterior: pair of towers on 3-storey base

Interior

The classy interior is furnished in expensive, tasteful Empire-style with oil paintings, decorative ceilings and walls and plush traditional furnishings; the dignified reception and comfortable lobby lounge bar are located on the 3rd floor along with an elegant main restaurant overlooking the river, and a contemporary Thai eatery. An inviting club-like bar specialising in martinis and cigars on the 4th floor along with a casino and lavish spa.

Rooms: 269

Grounds

A smart, pleasant 4th floor pool deck provides plenty of loungers and an attractive bar/grill under a wooden trellis with a shisha pipe corner.

Location

Area Type: On the West bank in Giza, sandwiched between a busy dual carriageway and the Nile. Opposite Cairo Zoo and adjacent to other high-rise blocks, offices and private residences; 2 American fast food chains 200 yds.

Nearest Shops: immediate

Public Transport:
½ ml to Bus
¾ ml to Metro

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