Fodor's Expert Review Paradise Inn–Le Metropole
52 Shar'a Sa'd Zaghlul, Alexandria, Alexandria, Egypt
The best value in Alexandria, the turn-of-the-20th-century Le Metropole has an elegance few other hotels can match. The lavishly overdone lobby has gilt mirrors, Flemish tapestries, and bas-relief moldings that cry out for a restraining hand, but the large rooms are a pleasant surprise. The 20-foot ceilings, simple antique furnishings, and flowing velvet drapes project a feeling of luxury. Though some of the fixtures could benefit from a little TLC, the overall feel is of a grand mansion that you've been lucky enough to stumble upon.
PROS
- delightful period atmosphere
- one of few hotels that serves alcohol
- excellent location for exploring Downtown on foot
CONS
- rooms sizes can vary dramatically
- with only one elevator, there's often a wait
- some traffic noise in rooms overlooking the main street
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Rate Includes: Free Breakfast