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Hilton Borg El Arab Resort

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A popular mid range hotel in an ideal location on the shores of the Mediterranean. A good base from which to explore the ancient cities of Cairo and Alexandria and even visit El Almein. All this with the service one expects from a Hilton hotel.

Rooms

The Hilton Borg El Arab Resort has 227 rooms overlooking garden or sea view, each room has:

Balcony
Air Conditioning
Direct dial telephone
Satellite TV
Mini Bar
Hairdryer
Tea & Coffee making facilities

Wine and Dine

The Mermaid Restaurant: Main restaurant buffet style
Blue Lagoon: Pool bar serving drinks & snacks
Fish Market: Seafood restaurant
Grill Terrace: Egyptian cuisine
Acquarello: Italian restaurant
Kiosk (Beach bar): sandwiches and drinks
Lobby Lounge: servies cocktails and snacks with live entertainment

All Inclusive includes:

Breakfast

06:30 - 11:00hrs served in Shells Restaurant (buffet style)

Morning Snacks

11:00hrs - 12:00 noon

Lunch

12:00 - 15:00 hrs served in Shells Restaurant (buffet style)

Afternoon Snack

15:00 - 18:00hrs serving light food, cakes and sweet pastries

Dinner

18:30 - 22:30 hrs served in the Shells Restaurant (buffet style)

Evening Snacks

22:30 - 00:00 hrs

Ice Cream

16:00 - 18:00 hrs by the scoop at the pool & beach

Drinks

Served till 00:00hrs serving loaclly produced alcoholic drinks, beerssoft drinks, mineral water, tea and coffee

Please note:

All drinks are served by the glass. Food, beverage, plates & glasses are not allowed outside restaurants & bars. Alcoholic drinks for people aged over 18 years only.

All inclusive bracelets must be worn at all times. All comsumptions after 00:00hrs must be paid for.

Sport activities

Volleyball, table-tennis, aerobics & gym (subject to availability and may require pre booking, equipment is handed out against a deposit).

NOTE: 'All inclusive' finishes at midday on the day of departure. Please ensure that you are aware of this if your return flight is later in the day or in the case of any delay.

Facilities

Swimming Pool, Children's pool & playground
Tennis, beach volleyball
Health Club
Table tennis, billiards
Beach Activities
Jungle gym for children
Croquet playground
Doctor on call
Business centre, safety deposit boxes, 24 hour room service
Baby sitting facilities (pay locally)

Places to Visit:

El Alamein Cemetery and World War II Museum

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The World War II Museum from the Battle of El Alamein lets you get a glimpse of what life was like for soldiers in the desert. Visit the World War II cemeteries and pay your respects to those who fought during the battle where Montgomery defeated Rommel

Alexandria

The most famous and exciting cities in the world. Alexandria is Egypt's second oldest cities and takes its name from Alexander the Great who ordered its foundation in 331BC. The ancient capital of Greco Roman Egypt, famous for Pharos (the legendary Lighthouse) which was one of the sevent Ancient Wonders of the World. Alexandria's famous library is a regional centre for arts and science.

Cairo

An opportunity to visit the world's busiest city and Egypt's capital. Visit this ancient city with its incredible sites, and see the last remaining Ancient Wonder of the World. Visit the unforgettable Pyramids and Sphinx and famous Egyptian Museum.