Basma Hotel

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Location

Set only 15 minutes walk from the Nile Cornish and local markets, the Basma Hotel is the ideal base for either pleasure or business or both. This modern hotel is a home away from home and has very comfortable well-equipped rooms, a lively Nubian bar and an excellent restaurant. Basma Hotel in its unique location opposite the Nubian Museum, on Aswan's highest hill, commands a view of the Nile and the city second to none. Landscaped and decorated by two of Egypt's top artists, incorporating an extensive collection of original art, Basma Hotel has become a true landmark in the world of hospitality. ^back to top

Accommodation

We offer 189 guestrooms & suites. All rooms are equipped with color television (in house movies), private bath & shower, mini bar, telephones with direct international dialing, individually controlled air-conditioning and balconies. Other guest services: * 24 hour room service * Babysitting & baby cots * Foreign exchange * Shopping arcade * Same day laundry service * Free parking * Clinic * Beauty salon ^back to top

Dining

Depart by "feluccas" (traditional Egyptian sailing boats) and enjoy the beautiful scenery along the magnificent stretch of the Nile as you sail towards the unspoiled and exotic island of Basma. Once there, you will become totally detached from today's boisterous world as you revel in the privacy and the serenity of the island. In preparation for lunch, you can be assisted to bake your own tasty pita bread on the traditional Egyptian clay stove. A special buffet luncheon and barbecue grill will be set up for you; the only indication that you are in the 20th century! After lunch, wander through this haven of peace where you can see various citrus and vegetable plantations as well as goat pens and chicken coops. Your felucca sailors and the staff hosting you on the island will all be dressed in traditional garments. You too will be provided with galabeyas, traditional loose fitting garments notably famous for keeping you cool. (This event is only suitable during the months October to April) Lotus Restaurant The Pool Bar Garden Terrace The Lobby Bar Roof Top Terrace Vienna Café Nubian Bar Ali Baba Tent Lotus Restaurant Elegant dining in a 4 star, 4 diamond restaurant. Serving contemporary buffet & ala cart menu's with global influences. Garden Terrace You can watch the sun set over the Nile and beyond into the desert, on the West Bank from our garden terrace. You can enjoy the outdoors and get the same wonderful service from the Lotus Restaurant. Roof Top Terrace Open-air terrace located on the roof of our hotel. The view of the Nile and city below is staggering. We serve food & drinks. Nubian Bar Serving stimulating cocktails & snacks in a relaxed atmosphere. An ideal meeting place. On request, it can be used for parties & special occasions. The Pool Bar Open air area all year around. We offer drinks & a pool menu. It can be used for parties or special occasions on request. The Lobby Bar Located on the 3rd floor. This bar offers drinks & snacks and a snooker table for your enjoyment. Vienna Café The Lobby lounge serving coffees, pastries and drinks daily. Ali Baba Tent The An authentically decorated tent is set up on the hotel grounds for your enjoyment. Entertainment consists of local singing & dancing. Dinner is buffet-style with barbecued items grilled to your heart's content. After dinner, enjoy the rich Arabic coffee & shi-sha or better known as the water pipes. This will be a night to remember. ^back to top

Activities & Facilities

The Basma business center is available 24 hours and day a 7 days a week to support your conducting business here in Egypt. Our professional staff is ready to offer you the administrative and communication services that are essential to your success. From photocopying to faxing to the translation & binding of important documents, the Basma business center is your office away from home. ^back to top