|
The Gaddis Hotel
Luxor, Egypt
By Jimmy Dunn
A year ago, I might have told people (and
perhaps I did) that Luxor was very expensive, as a city built
around tourism. I commenced to learn more about the city and what
was available on my last visit, which wasn't my first. But this
time I spent the entire stay ferreting out the good deals.
Certainly one of these seems to be the Gaddis Hotel.
I found the layout and decoration of this hotel
both different, and inviting. Furthermore, the management was
extremely friendly, and so open to the Internet that they
immediately provided our readers with an internet special,
consisting of 25% off their regular rates. That brings the rate
for this four star hotel down almost into budget range.
Though a good distance from the Luxor Temple and
downtown Bazaar, it is in a fine district where there are a number
of other hotels including several five star facilities such as the
Sonesta St. George. This area of Luxor is well suited to tourists,
with small food markets, mall-like facilities selling various
souvenirs, and cyber cafes all about. However, Luxor is not that
large of a city, and the downtown area is within walking distance.
 The
hotel consists of 55 rooms including three suites. Bamboo style
furnishings convey a relaxed, laid back atmosphere, while all the
normal amenities are present. The rooms are air-conditioned, have
satellite color televisions, in room video players, private baths
and a minibar. The rooms are very clean, and updated with modern
phones and new bathroom fixtures. All rooms either overlook the
Nile River, or the swimming pool.
 The
Gaddis has two restaurants, as well as two bars, and the somewhat
unusual layout of the hotel does really invoke a bit of an
adventurous feeling. After all, one may find "English
Pub" bars all over Egypt, but where else can one kick back in
the "King Dude Pub". That name says a mouthful about the
hotel, which is otherwise hard to express.
The Gaddis Hotel
Khaled Ibn El Walid Street,
Luxor, Egypt
Phone: 2095-382838
Fax: 2095-382837
Email
|
