Is parking available at the property?

Yes, parking is available on-site.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

Continental breakfast is available daily from 6:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee.

Does the property allow pets?

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is at 3:00 PM and check-out is at 12:00 PM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas, but specific details on room accessibility are not provided.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in the heart of Alexandria, steps from Alexandria Corniche and Ruins of Caesareum, approximately 0.1 km from Alexandria Corniche and 0.2 km from Ruins of Caesareum.

Are children allowed at the property?

Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property.

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

Rollaway beds are available for a fee of USD 30.0 per night, and advance request or confirmation may be required.

Steigenberger Cecil Hotel Alexandria - 4 Star Stay

Average nightly price at Steigenberger Cecil Hotel Alexandria by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$122
February	$120
March	$132
April	$143
May	$140
June	$138
July	$127
August	$114
September	$122
October	$143
November	$140
December	$124

What guests think

At Steigenberger Cecil Hotel Alexandria, travellers praise the historic charm, central Corniche location and walkability, consistently friendly service, and many spacious, high-ceilinged rooms with sea views, making it a memorable base for exploring Alexandria's sights.

Common downsides include street and late-night noise, occasional cigarette smoke in some areas, and sporadic maintenance issues such as odors, inconsistent hot water, or dated shutters, with a few remarks about city litter outside. Breakfast is frequently complimented, and Monty's Bar and cocktails get nods from several guests. Overall, it suits travellers seeking character and social energy more than absolute quiet.

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Facilities

Historic property with Monty's Bar and live music noted positively by guests; cocktails are praised.

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MOHAMED

Dec 22, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice experience with this hotel for first time accommodation, everything was very good but I've a suggestion, the hotel should have a free access to the parking place in the opposite side for guests,

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Mary

Jan 24, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The historic character & beautiful old elevators are wonderful. The staff is kind & helpful. The breakfast buffet has a wide selection but wasn’t delicious. The coffee wasn’t very nice. We’ll be happy to return, of course.

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John

Feb 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent location to stay in Alexandria. Close to everything. Walked to both the Fish Market and the Alexandria Library. Breakfasts were great each morning and the staff was very attentive. Manager and staff all very nice. Enjoyed Montys Bar with entertainment on the first floor. Two women at Concierge were very helpful Nagham and Nesma. It was great also to have the car transport service available at the Cecil Hotel. Rania from the car transport was very helpful in arranging our 3-hour car transport from Cairo to the Cecil Hotel on the evening of our airport arrival. Moustafa was the best driver. We also took a 5-hour tour of the important Alexandria sites with him. The Cecil’s historic significance makes this hotel stay very memorable. Thanks.

10

Jill

Feb 19, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Old world charm with ALL the modern conveniences! Excellent breakfast buffet and beautiful interiors! Charming!

8

roman

Apr 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Amazing old world charm. Def stay there. Great cocktails and service was very friendly and helpful by everyone. Nice bed. Some rooms may be noisy for some people if you are on the main road. Our room had a plumbing smell in the bathroom..not sure if others do.

10

Jurriaan

Nov 24, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

amazing historical place-must be there!

10

Edward

Jan 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staying here during research on the 61st Highland Anti-Tank Regiment ww2. The building is of particular historical interest to our group being HQ for General Bernard Montgomery during the 1942 Egyptian Campaign. Thoroughly enjoyed our brief stay

10

Richard

Dec 9, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

First of all, this is an old and very historic hotel. Do not expect all mod-cons! That said, staff were amazing, friendly, helpful and couldn’t do enough to please. Our room was large and overlooked the Corniche so was noisy until about 2am (as expected!) but compensated for by the view, the proximity to old downtown, amazing cafes and restaurants nearby. Monty’s bar very “old English” with live music after 9pm. Good food and drinks, attentive staff. But it’s smoking - and Egyptian cigarette smoke clings and lingers!

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Cleanliness

Many reviews describe the hotel and rooms as very clean with attentive housekeeping, though a few report issues such as cigarette odors, a plumbing smell, dirty areas, or hot water inconsistencies.

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Ahmed

Mar 30, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

This is a historic building, sparking clean, awesome view of the Mediterranean with the prestigious Steinberger management but we had a bad experience. We arrived late first day. The room was very small and we had a problem in the water supply in our room which the house keeping could not resolve and we couldn't shower the first day after a long travel. The next day we were denied access to breakfast claiming that our itinerary did not include breakfast. We had to make a long distance call to expedia to resolve the problem only then we were allowed access as our reservation did include breakfast and the mistake was at the property side. So we didn't feel comfortable and requested to cancel the rest of our stay and find another place but the property said it was a non refundable reservation. Expedia agent (Who was super helpful) was able to negotiate with the property to move us to another room which was spacious with no water problem and we could enjoy the rest of our stay. The staff was nice and the food was of high quality.

10

Hana

Jul 29, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It's amazing hotel old but very clean. Also, near to the sea and the staff working there are super nice and supportive

6

CEDRIC

Apr 30, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Etablissement en travaux sur un côté de la façade sur lequel donnait ma chambre : j'en ai été informé au moment du check-in, mais il n'était donc possible de ne profiter ni du balcon, ni de la vue, ni d'ouvrir les volets en journée. Dommage car en dehors de ça l'hôtel est super bien placé, très propre, très confortable. Le wi-fi a très bien fonctionné, c'était important. Beaucoup de potentiel donc, mais c'est vrai que ces travaux m'ont laissé sur une impression mitigée... Dommage.

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Victoria

Jun 30, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely hotel and beautifully maintained. Very enjoyable stay.

10

Noel

Jul 2, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Alexandria was not impressive. Lots of very old buildings, but the hotel with the sea view room was worth the trip. The traffic is very loud, but we didn’t mind it much. The hotel is very clean and very friendly. The room was spacious and the view was beautiful.

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Kenza

Oct 4, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Mon séjour à Alexandrie a été absolument parfait grâce à cet hôtel exceptionnel ! Dès notre arrivée, nous avons été accueillis avec une chaleur et une gentillesse incroyables, on se sent vraiment comme à la maison. Tout le personnel est d’une bienveillance rare, toujours souriant, disponible et attentionné. Je tiens à adresser un immense merci à Yousra, Imen et Mahmoud, les housekeepers de notre étage, pour leur professionnalisme, leur gentillesse et leurs petites attentions quotidiennes. Grâce à eux, notre chambre était toujours impeccable et pleine de bonnes ondes. Un grand merci également à la personne de l’accueil (je crois qu’il s’appelait Ali) qui nous a reçus à notre arrivée et s’est occupé de notre check-in avec une grande amabilité et un professionnalisme exemplaire. Un grand bravo à toute l’équipe pour cette ambiance conviviale et authentique, on sent qu’ils aiment leur travail et qu’ils ont à cœur de rendre le séjour des clients inoubliable. Je recommande cet hôtel les yeux fermés et j’y reviendrai sans hésiter lors de mon prochain passage à Alexandrie !

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Nasser

Jun 3, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Too much noise, all areas were dirty

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roman

Apr 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Amazing old world charm. Def stay there. Great cocktails and service was very friendly and helpful by everyone. Nice bed. Some rooms may be noisy for some people if you are on the main road. Our room had a plumbing smell in the bathroom..not sure if others do.

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Richard

Dec 9, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

First of all, this is an old and very historic hotel. Do not expect all mod-cons! That said, staff were amazing, friendly, helpful and couldn’t do enough to please. Our room was large and overlooked the Corniche so was noisy until about 2am (as expected!) but compensated for by the view, the proximity to old downtown, amazing cafes and restaurants nearby. Monty’s bar very “old English” with live music after 9pm. Good food and drinks, attentive staff. But it’s smoking - and Egyptian cigarette smoke clings and lingers!

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ELMOOTAZBELLAH

Dec 25, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

We had a very bad experience with this hotel: 1. They claimed the hotel was non-smoking, yet the smell of cigarettes' smoke was everywhere. The security personnel were smoking openly in the lobby. Our room was next to an "office" and the employees were smoking all the time. The rooms also smelled cigarette smoke. 2. The hotel operates a very noisy disco that was still thudding at 3:30AM. 3. The windows in the room were not sealed properly. We felt we were on the street, with the street noise and the smell of car exhaust very vivid in the room. 4. The hot water shower took a bit to warm up, and then was constantly changed between cold and very hot all the time, practically making the shower unusable. 5. The cleaning personnel were very unprofessional. They loudly fought with one another. Overall, this was a very poor experience. This is a dilapidated hotel that was renovated on the cheap. Yes, the location is great and the hotel has history. But this is where it really stops. You are better off staying elsewhere.

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Rooms

Guests frequently highlight spacious rooms with high ceilings and beautiful sea views, plus comfortable beds; some report street noise, especially on the Corniche, and occasional smaller rooms or dated shutters. Wi-Fi feedback is mixed across reviews.

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Andrew

Sep 18, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

A hark back to the glamorous years in this beautifully preserved hotel. Staff couldn’t have been more friendly and welcoming. Huge rooms.

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jerry

Oct 14, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Great view from the veranda

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Noel

Jul 2, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Alexandria was not impressive. Lots of very old buildings, but the hotel with the sea view room was worth the trip. The traffic is very loud, but we didn’t mind it much. The hotel is very clean and very friendly. The room was spacious and the view was beautiful.

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Tarek

Feb 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Bruyant et bcp de minibus et monde.

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Barbara

Apr 21, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The bed was somewhat hard I didn’t like that the sheets were tucked in, but this is a problem at every place I stay. Everything else was very nice.

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Bruce

Oct 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Fantastic large room with high ceilings and great view. Location means there is traffic noise past midnight, but that doesn’t bother us - just steps to the Corniche. Best location in Alexandria. Bed was very comfy! Internet a bit weak.

8

Toros

Nov 24, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Overall nice hotel and very convenient location for shopping, restaurants and places to see. The shutters for the balcony doors need to be updated.

8

roman

Apr 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Amazing old world charm. Def stay there. Great cocktails and service was very friendly and helpful by everyone. Nice bed. Some rooms may be noisy for some people if you are on the main road. Our room had a plumbing smell in the bathroom..not sure if others do.

10

zaiga

Apr 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Some places in Egypt are a must stay, just for the 'experience' of nostalgia and history. This is one of them. Balcony with a view is a must.

10

Sameh

Oct 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent location and nice hotel and view

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Service

Service is widely praised as friendly, attentive, and helpful across departments, including reception, concierge, and housekeeping; a few guests noted lapses such as a breakfast access mix-up or unprofessional behavior from cleaning staff.

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Ahmed

Mar 30, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

This is a historic building, sparking clean, awesome view of the Mediterranean with the prestigious Steinberger management but we had a bad experience. We arrived late first day. The room was very small and we had a problem in the water supply in our room which the house keeping could not resolve and we couldn't shower the first day after a long travel. The next day we were denied access to breakfast claiming that our itinerary did not include breakfast. We had to make a long distance call to expedia to resolve the problem only then we were allowed access as our reservation did include breakfast and the mistake was at the property side. So we didn't feel comfortable and requested to cancel the rest of our stay and find another place but the property said it was a non refundable reservation. Expedia agent (Who was super helpful) was able to negotiate with the property to move us to another room which was spacious with no water problem and we could enjoy the rest of our stay. The staff was nice and the food was of high quality.

10

Andrew

Sep 18, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

A hark back to the glamorous years in this beautifully preserved hotel. Staff couldn’t have been more friendly and welcoming. Huge rooms.

10

Ahmed

May 26, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was very friendly, location is amazing.

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Deborah

Nov 10, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Customer service at this hotel is exemplary. The people at the front desk, and those helping with bags are professional, helpful, courteous, and kind. Breakfast is outstanding!

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Kenza

Oct 4, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Mon séjour à Alexandrie a été absolument parfait grâce à cet hôtel exceptionnel ! Dès notre arrivée, nous avons été accueillis avec une chaleur et une gentillesse incroyables, on se sent vraiment comme à la maison. Tout le personnel est d’une bienveillance rare, toujours souriant, disponible et attentionné. Je tiens à adresser un immense merci à Yousra, Imen et Mahmoud, les housekeepers de notre étage, pour leur professionnalisme, leur gentillesse et leurs petites attentions quotidiennes. Grâce à eux, notre chambre était toujours impeccable et pleine de bonnes ondes. Un grand merci également à la personne de l’accueil (je crois qu’il s’appelait Ali) qui nous a reçus à notre arrivée et s’est occupé de notre check-in avec une grande amabilité et un professionnalisme exemplaire. Un grand bravo à toute l’équipe pour cette ambiance conviviale et authentique, on sent qu’ils aiment leur travail et qu’ils ont à cœur de rendre le séjour des clients inoubliable. Je recommande cet hôtel les yeux fermés et j’y reviendrai sans hésiter lors de mon prochain passage à Alexandrie !

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John

Feb 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent location to stay in Alexandria. Close to everything. Walked to both the Fish Market and the Alexandria Library. Breakfasts were great each morning and the staff was very attentive. Manager and staff all very nice. Enjoyed Montys Bar with entertainment on the first floor. Two women at Concierge were very helpful Nagham and Nesma. It was great also to have the car transport service available at the Cecil Hotel. Rania from the car transport was very helpful in arranging our 3-hour car transport from Cairo to the Cecil Hotel on the evening of our airport arrival. Moustafa was the best driver. We also took a 5-hour tour of the important Alexandria sites with him. The Cecil’s historic significance makes this hotel stay very memorable. Thanks.

8

roman

Apr 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Amazing old world charm. Def stay there. Great cocktails and service was very friendly and helpful by everyone. Nice bed. Some rooms may be noisy for some people if you are on the main road. Our room had a plumbing smell in the bathroom..not sure if others do.

8

Neda

Dec 7, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

It’s a great location! You can walk anywhere and you have lots of options for restaurants. The staff were so nice and friendly! Spatially our house keeping lady Samia.

10

Khaled

Aug 9, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff are wonderful, friendly and helpful always with a smile.

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Sameh

Oct 26, 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

This historical hotel in a central position, the staff in all departments are excellent, the hotel serves excellent breakfast by very helpful staff The receptionists are courteous and very helpful

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Location

Repeatedly described as central and walkable near the Corniche and key sights, making it easy to explore. Several note traffic noise and some litter around the hotel.

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SHERIF

Jan 26, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice location

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Ahmed

May 26, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was very friendly, location is amazing.

10

Noel

Jul 2, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Alexandria was not impressive. Lots of very old buildings, but the hotel with the sea view room was worth the trip. The traffic is very loud, but we didn’t mind it much. The hotel is very clean and very friendly. The room was spacious and the view was beautiful.

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James

Feb 18, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great central location. The grande dame of Alexandria hotels.

10

Manaf A.

Aug 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is excellent, prime location. just out side of the hotel. garbage storm. plastic flying right and left.

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John

Feb 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent location to stay in Alexandria. Close to everything. Walked to both the Fish Market and the Alexandria Library. Breakfasts were great each morning and the staff was very attentive. Manager and staff all very nice. Enjoyed Montys Bar with entertainment on the first floor. Two women at Concierge were very helpful Nagham and Nesma. It was great also to have the car transport service available at the Cecil Hotel. Rania from the car transport was very helpful in arranging our 3-hour car transport from Cairo to the Cecil Hotel on the evening of our airport arrival. Moustafa was the best driver. We also took a 5-hour tour of the important Alexandria sites with him. The Cecil’s historic significance makes this hotel stay very memorable. Thanks.

10

Bruce

Oct 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Fantastic large room with high ceilings and great view. Location means there is traffic noise past midnight, but that doesn’t bother us - just steps to the Corniche. Best location in Alexandria. Bed was very comfy! Internet a bit weak.

10

Hamed

Sep 22, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

It is easy to discover Alexandria from this hotel. You can walk to the beach, the Opera, the poet Kafafis house and to the best restaurants. It is also noth far fro the famous Alexandria Library.

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Neda

Dec 7, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

It’s a great location! You can walk anywhere and you have lots of options for restaurants. The staff were so nice and friendly! Spatially our house keeping lady Samia.

10

Manaf

Aug 7, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Around the hotel lots of garbage on the street.

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Dining

Breakfast is often praised for quality and variety, with occasional critiques of flavor or coffee; on-site drinks at Monty's Bar also receive positive mentions.

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Ahmed

Mar 30, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

This is a historic building, sparking clean, awesome view of the Mediterranean with the prestigious Steinberger management but we had a bad experience. We arrived late first day. The room was very small and we had a problem in the water supply in our room which the house keeping could not resolve and we couldn't shower the first day after a long travel. The next day we were denied access to breakfast claiming that our itinerary did not include breakfast. We had to make a long distance call to expedia to resolve the problem only then we were allowed access as our reservation did include breakfast and the mistake was at the property side. So we didn't feel comfortable and requested to cancel the rest of our stay and find another place but the property said it was a non refundable reservation. Expedia agent (Who was super helpful) was able to negotiate with the property to move us to another room which was spacious with no water problem and we could enjoy the rest of our stay. The staff was nice and the food was of high quality.

10

Amira

Aug 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

As always very nice staff and kind Very good customer service and very tasty breakfast buffet

10

Deborah

Nov 10, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Customer service at this hotel is exemplary. The people at the front desk, and those helping with bags are professional, helpful, courteous, and kind. Breakfast is outstanding!

8

Mary

Jan 24, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The historic character & beautiful old elevators are wonderful. The staff is kind & helpful. The breakfast buffet has a wide selection but wasn’t delicious. The coffee wasn’t very nice. We’ll be happy to return, of course.

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John

Feb 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent location to stay in Alexandria. Close to everything. Walked to both the Fish Market and the Alexandria Library. Breakfasts were great each morning and the staff was very attentive. Manager and staff all very nice. Enjoyed Montys Bar with entertainment on the first floor. Two women at Concierge were very helpful Nagham and Nesma. It was great also to have the car transport service available at the Cecil Hotel. Rania from the car transport was very helpful in arranging our 3-hour car transport from Cairo to the Cecil Hotel on the evening of our airport arrival. Moustafa was the best driver. We also took a 5-hour tour of the important Alexandria sites with him. The Cecil’s historic significance makes this hotel stay very memorable. Thanks.

10

Jill

Feb 19, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Old world charm with ALL the modern conveniences! Excellent breakfast buffet and beautiful interiors! Charming!

8

roman

Apr 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Amazing old world charm. Def stay there. Great cocktails and service was very friendly and helpful by everyone. Nice bed. Some rooms may be noisy for some people if you are on the main road. Our room had a plumbing smell in the bathroom..not sure if others do.

10

Richard

Dec 9, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

First of all, this is an old and very historic hotel. Do not expect all mod-cons! That said, staff were amazing, friendly, helpful and couldn’t do enough to please. Our room was large and overlooked the Corniche so was noisy until about 2am (as expected!) but compensated for by the view, the proximity to old downtown, amazing cafes and restaurants nearby. Monty’s bar very “old English” with live music after 9pm. Good food and drinks, attentive staff. But it’s smoking - and Egyptian cigarette smoke clings and lingers!

8

Sameh

Oct 26, 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

This historical hotel in a central position, the staff in all departments are excellent, the hotel serves excellent breakfast by very helpful staff The receptionists are courteous and very helpful

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