Lodging in Algiers
Hôtel el-DjazaïrKipling, Gide, Churchill and Eisenhower all stayed in this gracious place, locally known as the St George. It's lost some of its dusty ambience to recent renovations, but gained a smart, business outlook and a lot more comfort. The real draws, though, are the location, lavish public areas and heritage gardens. There are four restaurants, a bar and a pool.