A grand property with stylish furnishings and decor right on the banks of the river. There is a good spa facility and large sun terrace with pool making this particularly suitable for adults.

Exterior

Detached property with a grand-terracotta coloured facade 11-storeys high with mainly semi-circular balconied rooms facing over the street, sides and the rear. The lower-level is double height with shops sharing the frontage all reached by steps along much of the width of the building. A flower bedecked portico, supported on elegant columns, extends over the front entrance.

Property type: Hotel

Balcony/Terrace: All rooms

Storeys: 11

Built Year: 1997

Interior

A lavishly appointed, marbled floor lobby reaches the depth of the ground-floor and, in addition to a subtly illuminated reception counter, there is an impressive chandelier style lighting feature.

Red upholstered wooden framed chairs and deep cushioned sofas add to the regal ambience. Towards the rear, there is a 24-hour coffee shop with, along the wide corridor, a Japanese and Italian Restaurants as well as elaborate jewellery outlets.

The main restaurant is situated on the lower ground-floor and has furnishings spilling out on to the terrace. Beyond the indoor games room on this level, a set of stairs leads down to the spa facility with massage rooms, Jacuzzis and sauna.

Rooms: 330

Grounds

Grounds extend to the river front and are largely covered in green matting including around the large pool and small kids pool. Mattressed sunloungers and cloth parasols are adequately provided.

The area is served by a snack bar and Oriental Restaurant (noting Oriental means Egyptian). The large open terrace overlooking the river has patio style furnishings and a large screen shows films in the evenings.

Location

Area Type: Located on the river side of the Sharia Khalid Ibn Walid street, a busy thoroughfare with bazaars, shops, restaurants and street cafes. The start of the Corniche is 10 min stroll, Luxor Palace 20 mins and the main city shopping area and railway station situated behind that. Transfer to Luxor Airport 20 mins.

Facilities