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L'Heure Bleue Palais Essaouira

Originally built at the end of the 19th century, on the ruins of an ancient ‘fondouk’ - hostel for travelling traders - the ‘sleeping beauty’, as it was called by the locals, initially was the sumptuous residence of Caid Mbark Saidi. Later acquired by a wealthy merchant, it then served as an orphanage until the 1960s, before being left abandoned and in disrepair. At this point the Azoulay family and associates decided to restore this once noble residence and bring it back to life.

Heure Bleue Palais opened its doors in June 2004 after three years of renovation and reconstruction, now with a new vocation as a luxury hotel. Today Heure Bleue Palais is the pride of Essaouira and pure serendipity for its guests.

The 33 rooms & suites are arranged over 4 floors and overlook the verdant patio - the decor is influenced by colonial nuances from the Orient, Africa, Portugal and Britain. Heure Bleue Palais is a testimony to Essaouira’s glorious past at the crossroads of African, European and Arab civilisations. The hotel offers everything a sophisticated traveller expects of a luxury hotel, yet Heure Bleue Palais still conserves the architecture of a traditional Moroccan riad: the public areas, restaurant and rooms open onto a courtyard with an ornate fountain - in true Moroccan tradition this is the heart of the riad. The colonial style Salon Anglais invites to relax in a mellow ambiance with subtle lighting and sumptuous English decor.

Le Riad Villa Blanche Agadir

Riad Villa Blanche Agadir is situated in the Moroccan beach resort of Agadir, just metres from the famous golden beaches and within easy reach of shops, markets, restaurants and tourist attractions.

Riad Villa Blanche also provides a great base for exploring Morocco's wonderful southern region. Highlights include the old walled city of Taroudannt (80km), the picturesque fishing port of Essaouira (170km) and, Marrakech (250km) only 2 hours from Agadir via the new motorway.

Riad Villa Blanche, Agadir, is an intimate, luxury boutique hotel offering 28 elegantly furnished rooms and suites, many with splendid views of the sea and a private balcony or terrace. Each room is tastefully decorated, combining traditional Moroccan style with contemporary comfort and modern amenities, including a large bathroom, king-sized bed, air conditioning, satellite television and minibar.

Situated a few metres from Agadir's magnificent sandy, golden beach, and basking in more than 300 days of sunshine per year, this charming, small hotel provides the perfect holiday location.

Mandarin Oriental Bangkok

For more than 140 years, travellers have followed the Chao Phraya River to stay at the legendary Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok. A luxury five-star hotel in one of the world’s most exciting cities, this hotel enjoys a reputation for style, service and excellence.

A haven of calm on the banks of the river, Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok is a truly remarkable five-star hotel. Timeless yet contemporary, classic yet cutting-edge, its unique blend of luxury and comfort make it the ultimate Bangkok address.

With 324 elegant rooms, 44 luxurious suites, innovative restaurants and a world-class spa, Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok offers a luxurious five-star experience.

The Nile

Ritz-Carlton

Just as the Pharaohs watched over Ancient Egypt for thousands of years, the hotel’s iconic façade pays homage to Pharaonic life, with emblematic carvings, significant during their great reign. Symbols of the key of life and blessings of the River Nile lift the curtain to an ancient civilization. Inside the lobby, replicas of the two most famous Pharaonic antiques found at the mighty temples of Aswan in Edfu and Karnak hang majestically.

The Nile Ritz-Carlton occupies the most iconic location in Cairo along the River Nile, with views of old and new Egypt. It carries a rich legacy, long-celebrated as an icon of luxury within the city. Views are unmatched, encompassing Tahrir Square and the Egyptian Museum, whilst guests are immersed in the diversity of the Egyptian culture, and treated to the service of Kings.

The Nile Ritz-Carlton offers visitors from around the world a stately vantage point to witness the resurgence of one of the world’s most famous historic destinations. With millennial travelers seeking luxury as part of their travel experience, the Nile Ritz-Carlton Cairo marries this “bucket-list” city with world-class services.

From five-star Nile cruises to explorative culinary tours and private excursions to the Pyramids, Cairo is unveiling the diversity of its luxury offering and allowing Arab and global travelers to discover the city in new and innovative ways.

Sofitel Cairo

El Gezirah

A sparkling golden tower on the banks of the Nile, this luxury 5-star Cairo hotel reflects contemporary elegance with its artful blend of Pharaonic, Arabic and French art deco design.

Perched on the quiet southern tip of El Gezirah island, the 433-room luxury Cairo hotel is close to the city center and Zamalek, Cairo's affluent business district and shopping area.

Sleep in silence, wake to Nile views. Each of Sofitel’s luxury Cairo hotel suites and rooms overlooks the river from our quiet island location. Contemporary fittings blend French hi-tech with Oriental trimmings. Memorable Cairo accommodation.

Its sumptuous Cairo luxury suites blend French elegance with contemporary and Oriental design. Sweeping views of the Nile from the separate living room and balcony enhance the peaceful island setting. Butler service lets you relax and unwind.

Enjoy a stunning view of the Nile and indulge your senses at So SPA: a sanctuary of relaxation and well-being at the most luxurious of spas in Cairo. Bathe in the heated outdoor infinity pool, book a massage, or bubble away a busy day in the jacuzzi.

Mena House

The Mena House is one of the most unique hotels in Cairo, with its own rich and colourful history. Surrounded by 40 acres of verdant green gardens, this palatial hotel is located in the shadows of the Great Pyramids of Giza in Cairo. The royal history of the hotel is reflected in luxurious interiors that are embellished with exquisite antiques, handcrafted furniture, original work of arts and magnificent antiques that are rarely found in luxury hotels. Mena House has played host to kings and emperors, Heads of State and celebrities.

The Mena House located 700 meters from these wonders of the ancient world offers unmatched views of the pyramids. You can gaze upon the magnificence of the pyramids from your rooms at sunrise and sunset. After dinner at one of the many restaurants, you can return to see them lit up for your private viewing pleasure. Recreation options at the hotel include a heated swimming pool, a fully equipped Spa & Fitness centre.

Regarded as one of the leading luxury hotels in Cairo, the hotel combines the magical charm of a bygone era with unrivalled service fit for royalty. Your interlude at the hotel promises to be a journey of discovery, exploring Cairo’s ancient treasures and unravelling the many mysteries of Egypt’s past.

Four Seasons Sharm El Sheikh

Sharm El Sheikh is quietly becoming one of the Middle East’s most desirable destinations. Enjoy diverse tastes at its on-site restaurants, relax at any one of four resort pools, or snorkel and dive among world-class coral reefs at our Red Sea luxury resort in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt.

Set in the natural beauty of Sinai, Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh Egypt offers 136 Red Sea resort guest rooms, including 27 luxury suites. In addition, 62 luxurious residential suites and 2 residential villas offer enhanced space and amenities for friends, families and travelling companions. All luxury hotel guest rooms and suites feature a private balcony or terrace – most with stunning views of the Red Sea.

A family holiday on Egypt's Sinai Peninsula is filled with beautiful sights, warm beaches and plenty of kid-friendly adventures. One of the absolute delights for any child travelling to Egypt is to enjoy a thrilling camel ride. The resort offers camel rides at scheduled times to keep your little ones happy.

Journey to Egypt's Sinai Peninsula, where miles of bright desert meet untouched beaches and towering coral reefs. Locals are there to greet you with food, dance and song as you go back in time to tour some of the Bible's most glorified settings. Beauty, adventure and excitement await at this Red Sea luxury resort in Sharm El Sheikh.

Kempinski Hotel Soma Bay

Kempinski Hotel Soma Bay introduces luxurious European service with Egyptian hospitality at the premier holiday destination on Egypt’s Red Sea coast. The hotel comprises 325 rooms, including 34 suites with luxurious interior design. Kempinski Hotel Soma Bay provides a remarkable dining experience in 6 food & beverage outlets with special culinary highlights. The Fitness Centre provides gym, Jacuzzi, sauna, steam room and 4 treatment rooms, where certain massages can be arranged through The Cascades Spa & Thalasso. The Soma Bay leisure facilities include diving & snorkeling, tennis & squash as well as golf facilities located just few minutes away from the hotel.

Soma Bay features one of the most beautiful beaches on the Red Sea. The pristine 400-meter private sandy beach, just steps from the resort, features a wide range of facilities for all sorts of water-related fun. The shallow water provides safety for children and is perfect for shoreline walks, and sunset watching. The resort's star attraction (besides the natural beauty of the Red Sea) is its expansive outdoor pool and lazy river. The Main pool is heated in winter, (although rarely needed) guests can enjoy this unforgettable experience all year around. The lazy river runs around the hotel family pool and the grand Jacuzzi; relax and let yourself float.

The Oberoi Sahl Hasheesh

Located directly upon the shore of the Red Sea, a comfortable thirty minutes from the centre of Hurghada, The Oberoi Sahl Hasheesh is a spectacular, 48 acres, all-suite hotel, with a certified PADI dive centre and a large private beach.

The Red Sea, the crossroad of cultures, delights the traveler's senses with a unique bouquet of tastes, colours and landscapes. Explore and experience what the coast has best to offer at The Oberoi Sahl Hasheesh where nature comes to life.

Inspired by traditional Arabic designs, The Oberoi Sahl Hasheesh has luxurious accommodations and restaurants which feature classical, domed ceilings and long corridors. They are illuminated by Arabic style lamps and framed by elegant columns decorated with the traditional Islamic eight-point star.

The Oberoi Sahl Hasheesh is the ultimate escape for honeymooners, couples, families and friends looking for a unique experience amongst luxury hotels in Hurghada.

Sofitel Legend Old

Cataract Aswan

Live the Legend at Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan, a 5-star luxury hotel in a 19th-century Victorian palace on the banks of the river Nile. Rising grandly from a pink granite shelf at the edge of the Nubian Desert with views of Elephantine Island, this stylish property blends Pharaonic treasures with French art de recevoir. Discover sophisticated interiors by Sybille de Margerie in the historic Palace, a world of Moorish arches, ruby red chandeliers, plush Persian carpets, soft armchairs and hand-carved furnishings. Or step into the 21st-century Egypt with the Nile Wings contemporary reinterpretation of traditional codes.

The hotel offers 2 different luxury experiences in which heritage is preserved in the Palace, 76 rooms and suites while contemporary elegance is lavishly designed in the Nile, 62 rooms and suites. For lavish Aswan accommodation, book one of 37 Nile or 45 Palace suites. Historic Churchill or Agatha Christie Suites host guests in beautiful wood floored dining rooms.

Taste creative Oriental inspired cuisine, from grills at Oriental Kebabgy to Mediterranean a la carte at Saraya. The renowned 1902 restaurant, resplendent with an Arabian dome, celebrates French cuisine and vintage wines.

After a busy day in Aswan, So SPA invites you to revitalize in the hammam, jacuzzi and indoor heated pool surrounded by glittering mosaic pillars.