25 November 2015
Dubai, UAE - CitymaxHotels is pleased to announce the opening of its first international property in Alexandria, Egypt. The new location is the seventhproperty from the brand, following four in Dubai, one in Sharjah and one in Ras Al Khaimah.

The new property is located in Hayat Alex Park and operates in partnership with Marseilia, the Egyptian property development group. The hotel spans across 10 floors, with 156 rooms and 46 hotel apartments. Other features include a ballroom, gym, two coffee shops, meeting rooms and a swimming pool. Citymax Hotel Alexandria also features two speciality restaurants.

Commenting on their regional expansion, Russel Sharpe, COO of Citymax Hotels said: "Citymax Hotels strives to offer guests premium hospitality at affordable prices. Since 2008, we have experiencedtremendous growth in the UAE and have carved a niche for ourselves as a brand that meets the needs of the modern, price-conscious traveller. We are confident that Citymax Hotels will be well-received in Alexandria, and will continue to grow from strength to strength across markets."

Hayat Alex Park is the first residential resort in Alexandria, developed by the Marseilia group. With diverse tourist, commercial and residential projects in Egypt, they are known for safe value investments ensuring the highest standards of quality and perfection.

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About Citymax Hotels
Citymax Hotels is part of the hospitality division of Landmark Group, with six hotels located in prime locations in Al Barsha, Business Bay, Bur Dubai, Sharjah and Ras Al Khaimah. The mid-market group of hotels is a much favoured and popular choice offering award-winning hospitality at extraordinary value.

As the largest of the three operational properties, Citymax Hotels Bur Dubai is located in the heart of Dubai's historical district and offers 691 contemporary and comfortable rooms with free Wi-Fi throughout. The hotel features an extensive dining portfolio consisting of a Lavazza coffee shop, City Cafe, Claypot, Sizzling Wok and The Huddle Sports Bar & Grill.

Situated next to the Mall of the Emirates, and close to Dubai Metro, Media City and the beautiful Jumeirah Beach, Citymax Hotels Al Barsha attracts a mix of both business and leisure to its 376 rooms. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi throughout and has two bars; Maxx Music Bar & Grill and The Huddle Sports Bar & Grill as well as a Lavazza coffee shop and a City Cafe.

Located in close proximity to major shopping, industrial and cultural areas, Citymax Hotels Sharjah has 239 guest rooms and spacious meeting rooms. The hotel features a City Cafe and a Sizzling Wok.

For further information please visit www.citymaxhotels.com, www.facebook.com/citymaxhotels  or on Twitter @citymax_hotels.

Citymax Hotels Awards
·         World Travel Awards 2014 and 2015; Citymax Hotels - Middle East's Leading Budget Hotel Brand

·         Business Destinations Travel Awards 2015; Citymax Hotels Al Barsha - Best Budget Accommodation

·         Provider Dubai

·         MENA Travel Award 2014; Citymax Hotels - Best Price Value Hotel

·         Tatweej Academy for Excellence Awards 2014; Citymax Hotels - Best Budget Hotel

·         BBC Good Food Awards 2014; Best Indian Casual Dining - Claypot at Citymax Hotels Bur Dubai

·         BBC Good Food Award 2014; finalist - Sizzling Wok at Citymax Hotels Bur Dubai

·         TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Award 2013; Top 10 - Citymax Hotels Al Barsha

·         Ahlan Masala! Awards 2011 and 2014; nomination - Claypot at Citymax Hotels Bur Dubai

·         TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Award; Best Bargain Hotel in UAE 2011 - Citymax Hotels Al Barsha

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