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Sofitel Cecil Alexandria

4.0 of 5
16 Saad Zagloul Square, Alexandria 1726, Egypt
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Ranked #5 of 31 hotels in Alexandria
3.5 of 5 stars 92 Reviews
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Route66Wiltshire
Wiltshire
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews
3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2012 NEW

The hotel is just by the Corniche and easy walking distance into the bustling Alexandria shopping area so by definition the ambient noise outside is high. Lots of history and the Monty Bar is apparently where Field Marshal Montgomery stayed while planning the North Africa campaign. The hotel decoration is a little tired but the staff are very helpful and... More

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vivekkmehta
Thane
Senior Contributor
29 reviews
10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2012 NEW

The Hotel is located in the heart of the business district. the Cecil hotel is a landmark in Alexandria. Most of rooms & suites overlook the Mediteranean Sea. Service is good. The staff being friendly , courteous and helpful make our stay very pleasant. this hotel is a great bargain More

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Travel G
Paris, France
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews
4 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 January 2012

The building carries a lot of history, and it is serious impressive, but at certain point you need to shower, sleep and eat well. It was noisy! The A/C was right above the bed and blowing down, and at the time it was hot, so I could not imagine sleeping without an A/C but I could not have it blowing... More

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ThyagoMathias
Senior Contributor
32 reviews
21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 December 2011

Do not expect a lot of amenities in the Cecil Hotel. But there, sure, you will feel like you were an antiquities explorer or an ancient sovereign or Agatha Christie, in every detail of this old but elegant and perfectly localized hotel. My room there was spacious and had a balcony on the bay. I stayed there during the first... More

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toots347
Glasgow, United Kingdom
Senior Contributor
23 reviews
18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 November 2011
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Stayed here recently for a couple of nights on a package and it was really nice. Had a lovely spacious room on the top overlooking the square but the excellent double glazing kept ALL the noise out. Absolutely no problems in the room. Food was excellent and the service was discreet. You have to see the lifts! Poirot could step... More

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Monir_Shazly
Cairo, Egypt
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11 reviews
2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 November 2011
2
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One of the most well-known hotels in Alexandria. The hotel offers great suits and nice rooms, with very nice sea view. Food is generally good as well, with an Asian restaurant at the top floor. Service falls a little short of perfect though More

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vivekkmehta
Thane
Senior Contributor
29 reviews
10 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 November 2011

Amazing location, wonderful view from room, anique elevator an over all exiting place to live. The only problem is very poor internet and very ordinary food. An over all enjoying experience. Bathroom was very bad. Shower is almose choked up, stepping at the entry of bath is a risk of toggling in the night. More

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sherine-ELSAYYAD, PA to General Manager at Sofitel Cecil Alexandria, responded to this review
17 November 2011

Dear our valued Guest, Bonjour, I would like to thank you most sincerely sharing your thoughts of Sofitel Alexandria Cecil with other guests on Trip advisor. Your feedback will be influential in improving your experience on your next stay. I apologize for the inconvenience caused to you concerning the internet speed, the shower and the bathroom stepping; I will have... More

DHafez
Egypt
Contributor
11 reviews
16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 November 2011

In my opinion This is the best hotel in Alexandria, I really enjoyed it. It is a very old hotel you will notice it since the very beginning at the reception, it has a small reception area and an old elevator (the one that was used back in the fifties. The hotel is very centrally located a 15 minutes walking... More

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sherine-ELSAYYAD, PA to General Manager at Sofitel Cecil Alexandria, responded to this review
17 November 2011

Dear Guest, Thank you for staying at Sofitel Alexandria Cecil on your recent visit to Alexandria and for taking time to review it. I'm sure fellow travelers will find your tips and pointers very useful whilst planning their trip. I look forward to welcome you back on your next trip to Alexandria. Cordially; Sherine EL SAYYAD PA to General Manager More

Posted by an Accorhotels.com traveller
Adelaide, Australia
1 review
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 October 2011

This hotel has a long history, highlighted by stays of the great and famous. Its location is perfect, right on the Corniche and on the corner of a major square. It has a delightful elevator that still runs well after what must be over a hundred years of service. The staff are friendly and helpful. Our room was huge and... More

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sherine-ELSAYYAD, PA to General Manager at Sofitel Cecil Alexandria, responded to this review
17 November 2011

Dear Guest, Thank you for staying at Sofitel Alexandria Cecil on your recent visit to Alexandria and for taking time to review it. I'm sure fellow travelers will find your tips and pointers very useful whilst planning their trip. I apologize for the inconvenience caused regarding hot water, room safe, security chain and shutters; I have noted all your comments... More

flowerlady64
Bishop Auckland, Durham
Top Contributor
62 reviews
45 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 October 2011

We had a large corner room which was well fitted out with fridge, iron, ironing board, 2 armchairs and the most comfortable beds we have ever encountered in a hotel. The windows are double glazed, have shutters and heavy curtains all of which are much needed as the Corniche is VERY noisy but we heard very little noise. The food... More

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sherine-ELSAYYAD, PA to General Manager at Sofitel Cecil Alexandria, responded to this review
17 November 2011

Dear Guest, Thank you for staying at Sofitel Alexandria Cecil on your recent visit to Alexandria I'm glad you are satisfied with your stay overall. I apologize for the inconvenience caused to you due to the hot water. I will have a look into this matter personally to avoid inconvenience to future patrons. I hope this did not impact the... More

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