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El-Salamlek
Hotel, Alexandria, Egypt
 H.M. Khedive Abbas Helmi II built the
el-Salamlek Palace, located in Alexandria, Egypt, in 1892 as
a hunting lodge for his Hangro-Austrian Mistress, Countess
May-Torok von Szendro. It was surrounded by woods
stocked with game for the hunting pleasure of the Khedive
and his guests. The Greek architect Dimitri Faricious
Pasha actually designed the palace and undertook its
construction.
Antique Oriental Carpets and Original
Artwork Adorn the Walls of the Hotel
 Later, during the reign of H.M. King Fouad I, son
of H.M. Khedive Abbas Helmi II, El-Salamlek served as a
guesthouse. And later, under the reign of King Farouk I, El-Salamlek
became a summer office and guesthouse for the king's most valued
guests. When the Palace was turned into the El Salamlek Palace
Hotel and Casino, nine years were spent renovating and decorating
in order to recreate the luxury and glamour of the Royal era of
Egypt.
Hotel Salon
The palace, now a hotel, is located in the
lush gardens of Montazah, surrounded by fortified
walls. It can only be reached by by two private entry
gates. Located on a hill, it overlooks the Royal
Mediterranean Bay, and has its own crescent beach.
Great Harbor Views
This is an excellent facility and one of the best
of the historical hotels in Egypt. And with only 14 Suites
and 6 luxurious rooms, all with classic furnishings, often huge
terraces, it is both quaint and exclusive. Walk around the hotel
one will discover rare old paintings, carpets, stained glass
windows and period furnishings.
Rooms
Basic Room
A Suite Terrace
 The suites are often huge. For example the
Mawlana Suite has five rooms and a terrace that can entertain up
to 100 people while overlooking the Montazah Lagoon, while the
Sahebat Al-Esma Suite, though smaller, can still accommodate a
reception of up to 70 people. Needless to say, rooms have all the
expected amenities of a five star plus hotel with satellite color
TVs, minibars, individually controlled air conditioning, hair
dryers, Ironing boards and bathrobes upon request and telephones.
Details in Suite Furnishings
Other Facilities
General hotel facilities include 24 hour room
service, a flower shop, hairdresser, souvenir shops, a travel
agency, post office facilities, and more. There is often
live entertainment, as well as one of Alexandria's premier casino,
which includes slot machines, poker, black jack, and American
roulette. From June through October, one may even enjoy
classic movies under the stars while winding and dining at the El-Amirate
Cinema.
Restaurants and Bars
Dine in Grand Style in his Majesty King Farouk Office!
Al-Farouk Restaurant serves great French food.
Overlooking the sea and the rich gardens,
the Al Farida restaurant offers very special International & Italian dishes while enjoying
live music. It is open 24 hours.
Al-Fouad Bar offers privacy, with background piano
music. It serves famous alcoholics and no-alcoholic cocktails and
provides luxury hospitality.
 The
Prince Cafe is on a terrace over looking the emerald Mediterranean
and Montazah bay. It offers a feeling of limitless space, where
snacks, juices, ice cream and varieties of selected beverages are
served.
Khedive Salon is where the Royal hospitality lives on.
Conceived as a luxury lobby, the elegant interiors have inlaid ceiling, arabesque arches,
stunning chandeliers and marvelously decorated marble that creates
a luxurious ambiance with the warmth of a private home. It serves
a selected variety of drinks & deserts.
Qatr El-Nada Garden overlooks the sea and gardens.
Enjoy the sun at mornings and the soft garden breeze. At night,
listen to live night music. Lunch, dinner, snacks, juices, ice cream
and shisha are served.
 
Stained Glass Windows
Not everyone going to Egypt overnights in
Alexandria. In fact, it is often not a part of a standard
tour at all, having little in the way of real pharaonic
antiquities. But if you do visit Alex and have the budget
for a grand old hotel, you will not find better than this one.
El-Salamlek
Hotel, Alexandria, Egypt
P.O. Box 258, Ale., Egypt
Tel: 20 (3) 54 77999
Fax: 20 (3) 5473585
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