Review: Paradise Inn Le Metropole Hotel, Alexandria, Egypt
This review covers my stay at Paradise Inn – Le Metropole Hotel, a fabulous Art Nouveau hotel with an old world charm in Alexandria, Egypt.
A trip to Alexandria
To conclude my grand tour of Egypt, I decided to stay two days on the shores of Mediterranean Sea in the city of Alexandria.
Walking to my hotel
At the station forecourt, you can find buses and taxis to take you to your Alexandria hotel.
Le Metropole Hotel check-in
Staircase and lift
Hotel corridors
Similarly as the other public spaces in the hotel, the corridors also breathe Art Nouveau.
Superior room
I was booked in a superior room with direct sea view for the two nights I stayed at Paradise Inn Le Metropole Hotel in Alexandria.
Sea view
By far the best aspect of my superior room were the two doors that opened to a small balcony, from where I had a wonderful view over Alexandria’s corniche and the Mediterranean Sea.
Rooftop terrace
Even if you’re staying in a room without a direct sea view, you can still enjoy such stunning views from the rooftop terrace and Sky View Restaurant at the Paradise Inn Le Metropole Hotel.
In any case, you’re well advised to head to this magnificent rooftop terrace, as it offers sweeping views in three directions.
Although there are also some Art Nouveau design elements at the rooftop restaurant, it does have a more contemporary design.
Breakfast
Although breakfast wasn’t included in my room rate, I decided to have breakfast on the first morning of my stay (my flight out of Alexandria left too early in the morning to be able to enjoy breakfast as well on the last day).
For the breakfast buffet, which was served in the Sky View Restaurant on the rooftop, I paid $11.50.
Drinks
If you visit Alexandria during the cooler winter months, the open air terrace is a great place for drinks on a sunny afternoon.
On my second day in Alexandria, I enjoyed a couple of beers here while enjoying the fine views over the city and the Med.
Drinks are served with complimentary crisps, which is a nice touch.
Dinner
Hotel location
To cap off my review, I wanted to say some final words about the location of the Paradise Inn Le Metropole Hotel.
As you might have already seen from the pictures above, Alexandria’s famous corniche is located right outside the hotel.
All of the main sights in the city centre of Alexandria, such as the Qaitbay Citadel, are therefore just a leisurely stroll away.
As you are located right in the heart of the city centre, you will also find lots of shops, cafés, and restaurants in the direct environment of the hotel.
Just like the Metropole Hotel, Trianon is an Alexandria institution and is as famous for its delicious sweets and desserts, as well as for its magnificent Art Deco interior.
Conclusion
With its magnificent Art Nouveau interior, fabulous rooftop views over the corniche and the Mediterranean Sea, and great service levels, the Paradise Inn Le Metropole is an excellent hotel choice for your stay in Alexandria.
Trip report index
This article is part of the ‘Walk Like an Egyptian: A Grand Tour of Egypt‘ trip report, which consists of the following chapters:
1. Red-Eye Ramblings of a Late Night Flight to Cairo
2. A Visit to the Pyramids of Giza by Camel
3. Review: Sofitel Nile El Gezirah, Zamalek, Cairo
4. Exploring the Medieval Old Town and Islamic History of Cairo
5. Visiting the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities in Cairo
6. Mar Girgis: The Churches of Christian Old Cairo
7. Review: Ernst Watania Sleeping Train Cairo to Aswan
8. The Ancient Quarry of Aswan and the Unfinished Obelisk
9. A Boat Ride From Aswan to the Temple of Isis at Philae
10. A Visit to the Aswan High Dam and Lake Nasser
11. A Visit to the Nubian Village on Aswan’s Elephantine Island
12. Aswan Guide: A Visit to Egypt’s Most Stunningly Located City
13. A Half Day Trip From Aswan to Amazing Abu Simbel
14. Nile River Cruise Guide: All Info for Your Egypt Boat Trip
15. Review: M/S Princess Sarah Nile River Cruise Ship
16. Nile Cruise: Sailing From Aswan to Kom Ombo
17. A Visit to the Ancient Crocodile Temple of Kom Ombo
18. A Visit to the Temple of Horus at Edfu
19. Nile Cruise: Sailing From Edfu to Luxor
20. Luxor, Egypt: Visiting the Sights of Ancient Thebes
21. A Visit to Luxor’s Giant Temple Complex of Karnak
22. Visitor Guide to Wonderful Luxor Temple
23. Valley of the Kings: A Visit to Luxor’s Ancient Necropolis
24. The Temple of Hatshepsut: A Visit to a Unique Mortuary Temple
25. Review: Sofitel Winter Palace Hotel, Luxor, Egypt
26. Review: Daytime Train Luxor to Cairo, Egypt
27. Review: Steigenberger Hotel El Tahrir, Cairo
28. A Visit to the Pyramid of Djoser and the Saqqara Necropolis
29. A Visit to the Dahshur Pyramid Complex
30. Memphis: Exploring the Old Capital of Ancient Egypt
31. From Cairo to Alexandria by Train: My Travel Experience
32. Review: Paradise Inn Le Metropole Hotel, Alexandria, Egypt (current chapter)
33. Alexandria: A Visit to Egypt’s Historic Mediterranean Port City
34. Egypt: Impressions and Reflections After My Two Week Trip
35. Epilogue: Safety and How to Deal With Street Hassle in Egypt