St Joseph Hotel

A modest size property with limited facilities although the pool deck on the roof is a good place to chill after a day of sightseeing. It benefits from a location within easy walking distance of the east bank attractions and is suited for adults.

Exterior

8-storey building fronting a quiet side street overlooking some walled private grounds with its western side overlooking the busier thoroughfare. Many of the rooms have protruding balconies and air-conditioning units. The entrance comprises discreet double wooden framed glass doors with steps up from street level. The ground-floor is shared with some shops.

Property type: Hotel



Balcony/Terrace: Most rooms



Storeys: 7

Interior

A single height lobby extends the depth of the ground-floor divided only by a glass partition wall beyond which is the restaurant with sturdy furnishings and net curtains at the square windows.



Apart from the short marble topped reception counter and elevator shaft, the remainder of the space is used as a lounge with deep cushioned armchairs and sofas. A stairway leads down to a dimly lit but attractively styled bar with high stools and alcove seating.

Rooms: 75

Grounds

Grounds consist of a roof terrace with a large pool surrounded by fake turf and furnished with sunloungers. There is a small bar servery and views across the city and river.

Location

Area Type: Standing on the corner of the busy Sharia Khalid Ibn Walid thoroughfare and quieter Sharia St Joseph, there are numerous bazaars, shops, restaurants and street cafes in the vicinity with other hotels opposite bordering the river. The Corniche can be reached with 10 min stroll with Luxor Temples 15 min further and the main shopping area behind that. Transfer to Luxor Airport 20 mins.



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