The Best Hotels Closest to Qaitbay Fortress in Alexandria for 2026

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A dining area with tables set for service, large windows with curtains, and a view of the sea.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a view of the sea.

A grand staircase with a red carpet, black wrought iron railings, and a marble floor.

A historic hotel with a grand entrance, multiple balconies, and palm trees in front.

1. Steigenberger Cecil Hotel

Al Mesallah East, 1.9 km from Qaitbay Fortress

George

SAR 460

SAR 591 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A table set for breakfast with a view of the water and city skyline.

A grand staircase with ornate black railings, a chandelier, and a red carpeted area.

A pink building with a sign reading "Le Metrope Hotel" and balconies.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a view of the sea.

2. Le Metropole Luxury Heritage Hotel Since 1902 by Paradise Inn Group

Al Mesallah East, 2.1 km from Qaitbay Fortress

Yousef

SAR 385

SAR 514 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A multi-story building with a central courtyard, balconies, and a dome structure.

A white exterior wall with a window and shutters, and several potted plants.

A hotel room with a bed, a television, a desk with a fruit bowl, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

3. Alexander the Great Hotel - Alexotel

El Labban, 2.3 km from Qaitbay Fortress

Justin

SAR 107

SAR 142 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A lobby with a reception desk, a staircase, and a seating area with a decorative vase.

A hallway with a marble floor, a wooden door, and a staircase in the background.

A lobby with a red sofa, a table with a vase, and a staircase.

A restaurant with round tables and chairs, a ship decoration on the wall, and a checkered floor pattern.

4. Sea Star Hotel

Al Mesallah East, 2.1 km from Qaitbay Fortress

Tilde

SAR 80

SAR 104 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance and a large sign reading "AMOUN HOTEL".

A dining area with a table set for two, featuring plates of food, glasses, and a water bottle.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, two chairs, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

A storefront with a sign reading "AMOUNCE" and a small outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a table.

5. Amoun Hotel Alexandria

Al-Manshiyah, 1.7 km from Qaitbay Fortress

Mohammed

SAR 100

SAR 128 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a wooden coffee table, and a sofa.

A modern kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and bar stools.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and utensils on the counter.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a bed.

6. Brassbell Grey Studio Menasce House

El Atareen, 2.5 km from Qaitbay Fortress

"I wish I could give this place minus. Avoid if u are traveling alone or generally are a woman. Or if u are a breathing human being. The receptionist came to my room by false pretense there was water problem at 23:00 and made advances. I asked him to leave, he said sorry but it was too late. I was shocked and pissed. Packed my things and left the hotel the morning after. Contacted hotels,com to complain,and now the person says i was the one making advances. Unbelievable, i guess as a woman i...

Meron

SAR 164

SAR 249 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a mirror, a bedside lamp, and a view of the outside through sheer curtains.

A marble staircase with black railings and a dark door with patterned glass panels.

A hotel room with a bed, a washing machine, and a shower.

7. Studio Apartments Downtown Alexandria Menascehouse

El Atareen, 2.5 km from Qaitbay Fortress

Nourhan

SAR 146

SAR 189 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A restaurant with a view of the sea, featuring tables and chairs arranged for dining.

A table set for breakfast with a city view, including a coastal road and buildings in the background.

A spacious room with a wooden parquet floor, a chandelier, and classic furniture including a sofa, armchairs, and a table.

A grand lobby with marble floors, classical columns, and elegant furniture.

8. Windsor Palace Luxury Heritage Hotel Since 1906 by Paradise Inn Group

El Atareen, 1.8 km from Qaitbay Fortress

Shobhit

SAR 357

SAR 476 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A balcony with a table and chairs, offering a view of the sea and distant buildings.

A modern bathroom with a wooden vanity, a built-in TV, and a shower area.

A coastal cityscape with a prominent curved building complex, a historic tower, and a beach area.

A modern hotel room with a wooden floor, a large mirror, a bed, a TV, and a seating area with a chair and a plant.

9. Sheraton ganna inn

Al-Muntazah, 14.3 km from Qaitbay Fortress

Mahmoud

SAR 189

SAR 244 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A hotel with a large pool, palm trees, and a classic architectural style.

A hotel lobby with a large arched window overlooking a pool area, furnished with round tables and chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a view of a pool and palm trees outside.

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a large seating area with sofas and armchairs, a coffee table, and a patterned wall.

10. Helnan Antoniades Palace

Ezbet Saad, 5.8 km from Qaitbay Fortress

Luai

SAR 406

SAR 523 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A triangular wooden structure with a door, seating area, and rope barrier.

A spacious room with large windows, a wooden dining table, and a view of the outdoors.

A bedroom with a large bed, a small table, and a bench. There is a view of the beach through a large window.

An aerial view of a beach resort with a large building, multiple beach umbrellas, and a well-maintained walkway.

11. Rixos Montaza Alexandria

Al-Muntazah, 14.9 km from Qaitbay Fortress

Hani

SAR 531

SAR 684 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

12. Green Plaza Inn hotel

Sidi Jabir, 7.5 km from Qaitbay Fortress

SAR 239

SAR 311 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A sandy beach with footprints leading to the water.

A hotel entrance with a flag, a staircase, and potted plants.

A person lifting a barbell in a gym with weightlifting equipment and a brick wall in the background.

A narrow brick corridor with a bench and a bed at the end.

13. Bianchi Hotel

Al Agamy, 14 km from Qaitbay Fortress

Hassan

SAR 97

SAR 126 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A resort with a pool area, palm trees, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

A large, multi-story hotel with a central atrium and a waterfront view.

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a small table, and a view of the ocean through a sliding door.

A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the water, a ceiling fan, and a poolside area.

14. Four Seasons Hotel Alexandria at San Stefano

Stanley, 6 km from Qaitbay Fortress

Issam

SAR 1,052

SAR 1,356 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A spacious atrium with a modern chandelier, a central fountain, and a view of the sky through large windows.

A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, a high ceiling with a circular design, and a variety of plants.

A modern hotel lobby with a marble floor, elegant seating, a reception desk, and a distinctive wooden wall design.

A luxurious hallway with marble walls, a large chandelier, and seating areas.

15. Crowne Plaza Alexandria Mirage by IHG

Smouha, 5.8 km from Qaitbay Fortress

Zakaria

SAR 312

SAR 402 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A rooftop terrace with wooden chairs and tables, overlooking a beach and cityscape.

A restaurant with wooden ceiling beams, blue seating, and a tiled floor.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A balcony with wicker chairs and a small table, overlooking a pool and a beach with buildings in the distance.

16. SUNRISE Alex Avenue Hotel

Stanley, 6.2 km from Qaitbay Fortress

Samir

SAR 343

SAR 457 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with a tiled roof and stone walls.

A spacious hallway with a central circular light fixture, a staircase, and patterned floor tiles.

A restaurant with wooden beams, tables, and chairs.

A grand lobby with a large chandelier, marble floors, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

17. Hilton Alexandria Green Plaza

Sidi Jabir, 7.4 km from Qaitbay Fortress

Gadeen

SAR 306

SAR 395 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A buffet setup with various food items and a marble counter.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading 'The Plaza Grand Hotel,' a covered walkway, and potted plants.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk with a chair, a small table with chairs, and a large window with curtains.

A chef grilling food in a kitchen with wooden paneling and a marble countertop.

18. The Grand Plaza Hotel Smouha

Sidi Jabir, 7.2 km from Qaitbay Fortress

Michel

SAR 199

SAR 265 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A large, well-lit hotel with a swimming pool, multiple balconies, and sun loungers.

A hotel with a modern facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the sea.

A spacious lobby with a marble floor, a wooden spiral staircase, and a seating area with a sofa and armchairs.

19. Helnan Mamoura Hotel & Events Center

Al-Muntazah, 16.7 km from Qaitbay Fortress

Abdulmajeed

SAR 327

SAR 435 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking the ocean at dusk.

A luxurious bedroom with a large bed, a view of the sea, a sitting area with a chair and table, and elegant decor.

A modern dining area with blue checkered chairs and tables, a large TV screen, and a view of the sea through large windows.

A balcony with a view of a beach and cityscape.

20. Hilton Alexandria Corniche

Al-Muntazah, 10.7 km from Qaitbay Fortress

Amber

SAR 383

SAR 494 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Qaitbay Fortress

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Steigenberger Cecil Hotel	8.8 Excellent 393 reviews	View
Le Metropole Luxury Heritage Hotel Since 1902 by Paradise Inn Group	8.4 Very good 272 reviews	View
Alexander the Great Hotel - Alexotel	7.8 Good 204 reviews	View
Sea Star Hotel	7.6 Good 56 reviews	View
Amoun Hotel Alexandria	5.6 48 reviews	View

Top Qaitbay Fortress Hotel Reviews

SUNRISE Alex Avenue Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Love SUNRISE Alex Ave. Excellent view of the Mediterranean Sea, exceptionally clean facility, professional and helpful staff. The hotel includes 2 pools, private beach access, 3 restaurants, destination wedding venues, a bar with great atmosphere, and an amazing spa! SUNRISE is locted on the Mediterranean Sea with access to restaurants & shopping. Walk the boardwalk at sunset for incredible views. Excellent value for your money."

Hilton Alexandria Corniche

10/10 Excellent

"All are great"

Steigenberger Cecil Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"This was a lovely hotel with charming period pieces. It is in a fabulous position looking over the Mediterranean. The restaurant has a lovely view and the breakfast was varied and plentiful. All the staff in the restaurant were attentive. I would definitely recommend staying in this hotel. AB"

Crowne Plaza Alexandria Mirage by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I had a wonderful experience at Crowne Plaza Hotel. The hotel was very nice, clean, comfortable, and well maintained. The overall service was excellent, and the staff were welcoming and professional. A special thank you to Yousif at the reception and the luggage carrier for being so helpful, courteous, and professional. They were extremely attentive and made our stay even more enjoyable. Thank you to the entire Crowne Plaza team for the great hospitality. I would definitely recommend this hotel and look forward to staying here again!"

Tolip Alexandria

8/10 Good

"Location, and view amazing beautiful Worse internet ever (wifi ) as hotel like this soooooooo bad"

Alexander the Great Hotel - Alexotel

10/10 Excellent

"Large accommodations, quiet area. Not to from train station. Few museums and sites are in walking distance"

Le Metropole Luxury Heritage Hotel Since 1902 by Paradise Inn Group

10/10 Excellent

"The location is excellent, the hotel is very clean, and the reception staff are friendly and welcoming. The breakfast was excellent,with an amazing view of the sea from the rooftop. Overall, it was a very pleasant stay."

Brassbell Grey Studio CornicheAlexandria

10/10 Excellent

"Really nice place—sea was lovely, but it’s right on the road, so could be a bit noisy. Overall, great aesthetic, clean, and would absolutely stay again."

Prime Select Raml Station Alexandria

8/10 Good

"Alexandria is very overrated for Western tourists. Not really ocean view but from a corner of the patio. "

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Mosque of Abu Abbas al-Mursi

Mosque of Abu Abbas al-Mursi is just one of the places to see in Alexandria, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

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Alexandria Aquarium

Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life who live at Alexandria Aquarium during your visit to Alexandria.

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Terbana Mosque

6.0/10 (3 reviews)

After visiting Terbana Mosque, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Alexandria. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

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Shorbagi Mosque

After visiting Shorbagi Mosque, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Alexandria. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

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Anfushi Tombs

Find out about the history of Alexandria with a stop at Anfushi Tombs. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.

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Unknown Soldier

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

Find out about the history of Alexandria when you take a trip to Unknown Soldier. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

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Ruins of Caesareum

You can find out about the history of Alexandria when you stop by Ruins of Caesareum. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Qaitbay Fortress?

Qaitbay Fortress is located in a historic area of Alexandria known for its beautiful ocean views. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 5 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Qaitbay Fortress?

Four Seasons Hotel Alexandria at San Stefano is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a private beach. It's located 3.7 mi (6 km) from Qaitbay Fortress. Other good options within a few miles include Steigenberger Cecil Hotel and Windsor Palace Luxury Heritage Hotel Since 1906 by Paradise Inn Group.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Qaitbay Fortress?

Expedia has 5 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Qaitbay Fortress.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Qaitbay Fortress, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Qaitbay Fortress.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Qaitbay Fortress?

For additional details about updating your stay near Qaitbay Fortress or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Qaitbay Fortress?

Alexandria National Museum, Royal Jewelry Museum, and Cavafy Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Explore notable local landmarks like Ras el-Tin Palace, Pompey's Pillar, and Stanley Bridge. Lounge by the water at Mamoura Beach and Stanli Beach.

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Our top choices for Qaitbay Fortress hotels

1. Steigenberger Cecil Hotel

2. Le Metropole Luxury Heritage Hotel Since 1902 by Paradise Inn Group

3. Alexander the Great Hotel - Alexotel

4. Sea Star Hotel

5. Amoun Hotel Alexandria

6. Brassbell Grey Studio Menasce House

7. Studio Apartments Downtown Alexandria Menascehouse

8. Windsor Palace Luxury Heritage Hotel Since 1906 by Paradise Inn Group

9. Sheraton ganna inn

10. Helnan Antoniades Palace

11. Rixos Montaza Alexandria

12. Green Plaza Inn hotel

13. Bianchi Hotel

14. Four Seasons Hotel Alexandria at San Stefano

15. Crowne Plaza Alexandria Mirage by IHG

16. SUNRISE Alex Avenue Hotel

17. Hilton Alexandria Green Plaza

18. The Grand Plaza Hotel Smouha

19. Helnan Mamoura Hotel & Events Center

20. Hilton Alexandria Corniche

Compare popular hotels close to Qaitbay Fortress

Top Qaitbay Fortress Hotel Reviews

SUNRISE Alex Avenue Hotel

Hilton Alexandria Corniche

Steigenberger Cecil Hotel

Crowne Plaza Alexandria Mirage by IHG

Tolip Alexandria

Alexander the Great Hotel - Alexotel

Le Metropole Luxury Heritage Hotel Since 1902 by Paradise Inn Group

Brassbell Grey Studio CornicheAlexandria

Prime Select Raml Station Alexandria

Other attractions near Qaitbay Fortress

Mosque of Abu Abbas al-Mursi

Alexandria Aquarium

Terbana Mosque

Shorbagi Mosque

Anfushi Tombs

Unknown Soldier

Ruins of Caesareum

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