Your stay — Hotel Ramsis
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The Property — Hotel Ramsis
A solid budget mid-century tower on the seafront Corniche, Hotel Ramsis trades frills for location. The lobby is functional tiled floors, dark-wood reception and a lingering scent of floor polish, with vistas of the Eastern Harbour from upper floors. It suits independent travellers who want a clean room, a sea view, and to spend their money on food and sights rather than hotel facilities.
Chronicles of Alexandria
Founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BC, Alexandria was the Hellenistic capital of Egypt and home to the Great Library and Pharos lighthouse. The city declined under Roman and Byzantine rule but revived as a cosmopolitan Mediterranean port in the 19th century under Muhammad Ali. Today it’s a gritty, literary city of art-deco seafront promenades, chaotic street life and the Bibliotheca Alexandrina – a modern homage to its ancient predecessor.
Best Time to Visit
Full Alexandria guide →Best months
March, April and October – balmy 20–25°C, low humidity, and crowded but manageable.
Peak / festival surge
July & August: school holidays. Temperatures hit 31°C with 70% humidity. Prices for hotels like Ramsis spike 30-50% over winter rates. No major festival, just domestic tourism.
Budget shoulder season
May and September are the sweet spot: 26–28°C, thinner crowds and room rates up to 30% cheaper than August.
Weather & packing
Alexandria’s coastal humidity makes even moderate heat feel oppressive. Always bring a light cotton scarf and a quick-dry towel for the sea breeze and sudden afternoon cloudbursts.
Live City Briefing — Alexandria
- The Corniche tram line is partly suspended for track replacement until late 2026; taxi or minibus along the coast is the alternative.
- The El-Salamlek Palace garden has reopened after a two-year restoration; it’s a quiet green spot 10 minutes east of Ramsis.
- July 2026 sees the start of the two-month Alexandria Summer Festival with free concerts and film screenings at the Bibliotheca Alexandrina.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Ramsis, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor. These floors are high enough to reduce street noise from the Corniche but still have reliable lift access.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground floor rooms — they suffer from street-level noise and foot traffic. Also avoid rooms directly next to the lift shaft on any floor.
Best views
Rooms facing the Corniche (sea-facing side) offer Mediterranean views. Ask for a high floor sea-view room if available.
Quietest floors
Top floors (4th and 5th) are the quietest, assuming the lift and roof equipment are well-maintained.
🔊 Noise notes
Fronting Alexandria's Corniche road means constant traffic noise, especially during daytime and evening. The lift can be audible on adjacent rooms.
Insider tips
1) Check in after 3pm to request a Corniche-facing room — these are popular and often gone by early afternoon. 2) If driving, ask the front desk about discounted parking at a nearby lot; the hotel's own parking is limited.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Hotel Ramsis
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps) in lobby and all rooms; no password required, connects automatically. No paid tier available.
One passenger lift serves all 5 guest floors. No stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspaper service. No notable building heritage quirks (modern structure, opened 2010).
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop available from 10:00. Check-out by 12:00; late check-out until 16:00 costs 50% of the room rate, after 16:00 full night charged.
Free for both check-in day (pre-14:00) and checkout day (post-12:00), stored at reception desk.
No step-free access; entry has 3 steps. No wheelchair-adapted rooms. Lift small (fits one wheelchair plus companion), but corridor widths narrow. Not recommended for guests with mobility aids.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is 'El Moharam Bek Parking Garage' at 26 El-Shaheed Galal El-Desouky, 5-minute walk, 30 EGP per 24h. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 50 EGP per person per night (mandatory tourism tax, collected at check-in)
Deposit & card hold: Advance deposit of 1 night's room rate required to guarantee booking. At check-in, a card hold of 200 EGP for incidental charges is taken, refunded at checkout if no extras.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: جامع القائد ابراهيم (320 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Cathedral of the Resurrection (Coptic Rite) (677 m · ~8 min walk)
- Mosque: مسجد الرحمن (965 m · ~12 min walk)
- Synagogue: كنيس إلياهو هانبي (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Place Khartoum — 654 m · ~8 min walk
مركز القبة السماوية العلمي — 662 m · ~8 min walk
مسرح محمد عبد الوهاب — 175 m · ~2 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
بنك القاهرة — 285 m · ~4 min walk
فؤاد أحمد — 73 m · ~1 min walk
محسن — 669 m · ~8 min walk
محطة الرمل — 776 m · ~10 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Egyptian Pound, EGP
Use bank ATMs or exchange offices on the Corniche for good rates; avoid airport and hotel bureaux as they give poor rates.
Cards are accepted in most hotels, mid-range restaurants, and larger shops; small cafés, street stalls, and taxis prefer cash.
Restaurants: 10-15% if no service charge; taxis: round up or give 5-10 EGP; hotel staff: 10-20 EGP for porters, cleaners.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A simple Turkish coffee or tea from a street kiosk is about 10-15 EGP.
A koshari (rice, lentils, pasta) plate from a local diner runs 25-40 EGP.
A grilled chicken or shawarma main with bread and salad at a local restaurant costs 60-90 EGP.
Along Saad Zaghloul Street and near Al-Mursi Abul Abbas mosque, you find ful, taameya, and koshari stalls.
Budget supermarkets like Fathalla or Metro Markets are common in Alexandria.
Head to the Souq al-Attarine area for cheap clothing, or the street stalls on Al-Horeya Avenue.
A single tram ticket on the city's main lines costs about 2 EGP; from Borg El Arab Airport, take the airport bus (20 EGP) then a minibus to the city centre.
Eat at local koshari joints rather than tourist cafes; always negotiate taxi fares before getting in; buy bottled water and snacks from supermarkets, not hotel minibars.
Emergency Contacts
AlexandriaWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Alexandria, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hotel Ramsis
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · بنك القاهرة — 285 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · فؤاد أحمد — 73 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Borg El Arab Airport → Alexandria City Centre (Midan Orabi)
💡 Bus stops at El-Moassat Hospital, a 15-minute walk from the hotel. Buy ticket at the airport booth, not from the driver.
Raml Station (Midan Raml) → Acropole Hotel (Saad Zaghloul)
💡 Trams are packed during rush hour (8–9am, 5–7pm). The yellow line runs along the Corniche. Get off at Saad Zaghloul stop—hotel is 100m away.
Midan Orabi → Midan Saad Zaghloul
💡 Shout 'Saad Zaghloul!' to flag one down. Sit near the door and hand your fare to the driver—if you don't have small change, they won't break large notes.
Borg El Arab Airport → Acropole Hotel (Saad Zaghloul)
💡 Agree on the fare before you get in; 300 EGP is standard. Use the taxi queue outside arrivals, not drivers who approach you inside.
About Alexandria
Wikipedia ↗
Alexandria is a major city in Egypt. Lying at the western edge of the Nile River Delta, it extends about 40 km (25 mi) along the country's northern coast. It is Egypt's principal seaport, the second largest city after Cairo, and the largest city on the Mediterranean coast. Founded in 331 BC by Alexa...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hotel Ramsis?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor. These floors are high enough to reduce street noise from the Corniche but still have reliable lift access.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Ramsis?
Avoid ground floor rooms — they suffer from street-level noise and foot traffic. Also avoid rooms directly next to the lift shaft on any floor.
Is Hotel Ramsis noisy?
Fronting Alexandria's Corniche road means constant traffic noise, especially during daytime and evening. The lift can be audible on adjacent rooms.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Ramsis?
Rooms facing the Corniche (sea-facing side) offer Mediterranean views. Ask for a high floor sea-view room if available.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Ramsis?
1) Check in after 3pm to request a Corniche-facing room — these are popular and often gone by early afternoon. 2) If driving, ask the front desk about discounted parking at a nearby lot; the hotel's own parking is limited.
What time is check-in at Hotel Ramsis?
Check-in at Hotel Ramsis is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Ramsis have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps) in lobby and all rooms; no password required, connects automatically. No paid tier available.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Ramsis?
50 EGP per person per night (mandatory tourism tax, collected at check-in)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Ramsis?
A koshari (rice, lentils, pasta) plate from a local diner runs 25-40 EGP.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Ramsis?
A single tram ticket on the city's main lines costs about 2 EGP; from Borg El Arab Airport, take the airport bus (20 EGP) then a minibus to the city centre.
When is the best time to visit Alexandria?
March, April and October – balmy 20–25°C, low humidity, and crowded but manageable.
Top Attractions in Alexandria
💡 Go at early evening when locals walk, fish, and sit on the railings. Bring snacks from street vendors for a cheap meal.
💡 Entry is free for the gardens. Bring a picnic. The beach inside costs a small fee but is far cleaner than the city beach.
💡 The general reading areas are cheap to enter. Focus on the free exhibits in the lobby and the temporary art shows in the halls.
💡 Entry is a few pounds. The column is impressive but the real draw is the subterranean tunnels of the Serapeum—cool and quiet.
💡 Entry is cheap. Go at sunset because the light is best and the crowds are gone. Walk the outer walls for free.