Old Cairo Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A courtyard with a central archway, surrounded by patterned tile floors and decorative plants.
A river with boats docked on the right, a bridge in the middle, and a city skyline in the background.
A mosaic of a religious figure holding a cross and a branch, surrounded by smaller figures with halos, set in an arched doorway.
A woman overlooking a body of water with a city skyline in the background.
A plate with four sesame-seed-topped patties and a piece of flatbread.

Stay near popular Old Cairo attractions


Our pick of the best Old Cairo Hotel Deals

Hilton Cairo Grand Nile

Hilton Cairo Grand Nile

5 out of 5
Corniche El Nil, Garden City Cairo
The price is AU$206 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
AU$206
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 8 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (888 reviews)
"The place is greta and located in a very convenient location. All good about it"

Reviewed on 12 July 2026

Hilton Cairo Grand Nile
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Cairo Maadi by IHG

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Cairo Maadi by IHG

4.5 out of 5
29A Nile Corniche, Maadi Cairo Cairo Governorate
The price is AU$205 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$205
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Tahrir Square and Egyptian Museum are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (55 reviews)
"This is a great place to stay not too far from the pyramids and the riverboat activity. We also explored the cave church where Jesus, Mary and Joseph were an exile in Egypt/very close by. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Beautiful location on the Nile river Reasonable price."

Reviewed on 14 July 2026

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Cairo Maadi by IHG
Cairo Marriott Hotel

Cairo Marriott Hotel

5 out of 5
16 Saray El Gezira Cairo
The price is AU$233 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
AU$233
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 14 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Great Staff and my room attendant was excellent."

Reviewed on 14 July 2026

Cairo Marriott Hotel
Le Méridien Cairo Airport

Le Méridien Cairo Airport

5 out of 5
Cairo Airport , Terminal 3 Cairo
The price is AU$237 per night from 19 July to 20 July
AU$237
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,159 reviews)
"Staff is very helpful and hotel very clean. Good breakfast options"

Reviewed on 9 July 2026

Le Méridien Cairo Airport
Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino

Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino

5 out of 5
Galaa Square Giza
The price is AU$265 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
AU$265
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Giza. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (401 reviews)
"Beware of taxi scams with uber . The hotel offers rides to the airport for 80 USD. it’s up to you if you decide to pay it. Think smart. Besides that the hotel was great!"

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino
Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile

Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile

5 out of 5
Cairo Cairo
The price is AU$300 per night from 19 July to 20 July
AU$300
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Popular attractions Egyptian Museum and Tahrir Square are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (328 reviews)
"I’m giving it a 3 because of the smoking in the common areas, including around the pool. It’s a real turn-off in 2026. A smoke-free environment would make the experience much more enjoyable."

Reviewed on 11 July 2026

Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our guide on where to stay in Old Cairo

Find the best Old Cairo areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Downtown Cairo

Known for its interesting museums and stunning river views, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Cairo. Top attractions like Talaat Harb Street and Midan Talaat Harb are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Orabi Station or Nasser Station to see more of the city.

Zamalek

Cafes, museums and historical sites are just a few things travellers like about Zamalek. Sights like Zamalek Art Gallery and El Sawy Culture Wheel are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Cairo area at Safaa Hegazy Station.

Nasr City

Nasr City is well liked for its parks and casinos. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, City Center Shopping Mall and Citystars Heliopolis are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Stadium Station or Fair Zone Station to get around.

Heliopolis

Consider a visit to Tivoli Dome and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Heliopolis. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at El Nozha Station or Alf Maskan Station.

Al Haram

If you're spending some time in Al Haram, Giza Pyramid Complex and Grand Egyptian Museum are top sights worth seeing.



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