A Hotel in Cairo Which I Like * 73

Egypt is a land of wonders. It houses the remains of an ancient civilization when the Pharaohs ruled this land. Over the centuries Egypt as a world power has lost its luster, but the grandeur of the monuments has remained. Where else can you find Pyramids that dwarf the sand dunes and the Sphinx that again is a wonder in this world?

Egypt is in a state of turmoil with the exit of President Hosni Mubarak and the take over of a caretaker government. This may alarm a visitor, but the Egyptian government has made elaborate arrangements for tourists.

For a tourist from either the East India or Japan or the West the USA and England Cairo is a must see place. It is the heart throb of the country and is nestled on the banks of the Nile, a gracious river the like of which is seldom seen.

Obviously you will be keen to stay in a place that is luxurious and also gives you access to the beauties of the country. I will suggest the Four Seasons Hotel located in Cairo on the banks of the Nile. This is a luxury hotel and has all the amenities associated with a five star hotel. In addition because of its location on the west bank of the Nile it has glorious views of Great Pyramids. This view is over the ancient Zoological and Botanical Gardens. The Hotel is at the centre of the prestigious new First Residence apartments and shops.

The Four season’s hotel is fairly large hotel with 269 guest rooms and suites. This makes it one of the larger hotels in Cairo. From the hotel rooms you will get an excellent view of the river Nile as it snakes forward as well as views of the Pyramids and the tree tops of Cairo’s botanical gardens.

There is also an excellent swimming pool on the 4th floor of the hotel that will beckon a swimmer. But don’t expect to see any local Egyptian girls in bikinis, Islam does rein this in. However in the hot climate a dip in the pool is welcome relaxation. The pool is above the podium that also houses the shopping mall. But items are a bit above the price line of the Cairo bazaar and you will be better of buying souvenirs and trinkets from down town Cairo.  Lastly the food outlets are fine but a bit pricey.All in all a wonderful place to stay.
Update  . Dont go there now as the entire area and Egypt is in a mess.