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Our top choices for Old Cairo historic hotels

A balcony with a table set for breakfast, overlooking the pyramids.

1. Marriott Mena House Cairo

Marriott Mena House Cairo
5.0 star property
10.3 km from Old Cairo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (916 reviews)
"Excellent view, Food and People"
United States
Monica
The price is AU$1,030
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Marriott Mena House Cairo
A resort pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a city skyline in the background, and a river.

2. Hilton Cairo Grand Nile

Hilton Cairo Grand Nile
5.0 star property
Old Cairo
7.8 out of 10, Good, (956 reviews)
"Guest service was amazing!! Breakfast was great! Room had perfect views. Overall had a wonderful stay!"
United States
Sangeeta
The price is AU$362
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Hilton Cairo Grand Nile
A hotel with a pool, sun loungers, and palm trees.

3. Cairo Marriott Hotel

Cairo Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
Zamalek, 4.5 km from Old Cairo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Very nice hotel and an easy walk to restaurants and shops."
United States
Andrea
The price is AU$411
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Cairo Marriott Hotel
A pool area with a view of a city skyline at dusk, lounge chairs, and candles.

4. Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah

Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah
5.0 star property
Gezira, 2.5 km from Old Cairo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Really nice property overlooking the Nile. Great service from the Club Millise"
United Kingdom
Asil
The price is AU$405
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah
A hotel pool area with a clear view of the pool, lounge chairs, palm trees, and a building in the background.

5. The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo

The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo
5.0 star property
Qasr an-Nil, 3.2 km from Old Cairo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (604 reviews)
"Good breakfast and location , the rest has room for improvement considering it is a supposed 5 star hotel."
United States
Dana
The price is AU$693
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo
A modern lounge with wicker furniture, a round table, and a view of a cityscape and river.

6. Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile

Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile
5.0 star property
Downtown Cairo, 5.4 km from Old Cairo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (415 reviews)
"It’s in a very good location!"
United States
Kareem
The price is AU$427
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile
Room

7. Kempinski Nile Hotel Cairo

Kempinski Nile Hotel Cairo
5.0 star property
Garden City, 2.4 km from Old Cairo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"The restaurant manager was excellent. He was attentive and the food, dinner and breakfast, was delicious. We enjoyed our stay, lovely room."
United States
Mary
The price is AU$359
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Kempinski Nile Hotel Cairo
A reception desk with a 'VIAJE' sign, a modern chandelier, and potted plants.

8. Viaje Hotel Downtown Cairo

Viaje Hotel Downtown Cairo
4.5 star property
Abdin, 3.9 km from Old Cairo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (363 reviews)
"Clean hotel, pictures are an overkill and small in reality. Good staff, small lift (with some WIP) 🚧 but nice for a short stay. Good location in the middle of down town"
Australia
David Elliot
The price is AU$73
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Viaje Hotel Downtown Cairo
A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, a prominent entrance, and a waterfront view.

9. Ramses Hilton

Ramses Hilton
5.0 star property
Downtown Cairo, 3.7 km from Old Cairo
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Property was very clean food was delicious staff was awesome"
United States
Hany
The price is AU$259
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Ramses Hilton
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, modern furniture, and a central seating area.

10. Hilton Cairo Nile Maadi

Hilton Cairo Nile Maadi
5.0 star property
3.5 km from Old Cairo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (154 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Raquel Nicola
The price is AU$327
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Hilton Cairo Nile Maadi
A high-rise hotel with a prominent sign at the top, multiple floors, and a waterfront view.

11. Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza

Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza
5.0 star property
Garden City, 2.1 km from Old Cairo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (490 reviews)
"Staff were excellent and made our stay special. Pool staff went over and beyond. Not many amenities around but easy to get an uber around. Food was great too! No complaints about this stay!"
United Kingdom
Louise Jade-Sum
The price is AU$880
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza
A circular pool with surrounding lounge chairs and a central fountain.

12. Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino

Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino
5.0 star property
2.8 km from Old Cairo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (436 reviews)
"Good breakfast buffet Clean rooms Good maid service Good reception service"
United Kingdom
Anthony
The price is AU$429
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino
A modern lobby with a glass table centerpiece, potted plants, and artwork on the walls.

13. Steigenberger Hotel El Tahrir Cairo

Steigenberger Hotel El Tahrir Cairo
4.0 star property
Qasr an-Nil, 3.3 km from Old Cairo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (862 reviews)
"Attentive and friendly staff, very nice hotel."
Canada
Paul
The price is AU$319
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Steigenberger Hotel El Tahrir Cairo
A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, a prominent sign, and a waterfront view.

14. Intercontinental Cairo Semiramis by IHG

Intercontinental Cairo Semiramis by IHG
5.0 star property
Garden City, 2.8 km from Old Cairo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (999 reviews)
"Amazing staff and service. Felt like home. I will definitely stay here again."
United States
Eleazar
The price is AU$396
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Intercontinental Cairo Semiramis by IHG
A sunlit outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a glass enclosure, offering a view of the cityscape.

15. Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at First Residence

Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at First Residence
5.0 star property
1.7 km from Old Cairo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (582 reviews)
"Fabulous staff and amenities."
Australia
Jeffrey
The price is AU$982
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at First Residence
Exterior

16. Fairmont Nile City, Cairo

Fairmont Nile City, Cairo
5.0 star property
Downtown Cairo, 6.1 km from Old Cairo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (870 reviews)
"Wonderful staff, incredible room, scrumptious breakfast. The only hotel to stay in when in Cairo"
United Kingdom
Wade
The price is AU$479
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Fairmont Nile City, Cairo
A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with glass doors and a well-lit facade.

17. Novotel Cairo El Borg

Novotel Cairo El Borg
4.0 star property
Gezira, 3.1 km from Old Cairo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (968 reviews)
"This hotel is very clean, comfy, and staff were amazing! I spent one night as I had a long layover and it is located in a great location right by the Nile and Tahrir Square."
United States
Fareeza
The price is AU$281
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Novotel Cairo El Borg
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV mounted on the wall, and a bathroom visible through a glass door.

18. Sama Hotel Sherif Bash

Sama Hotel Sherif Bash
3.5 star property
Qasr an-Nil, 4.1 km from Old Cairo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (153 reviews)
"The location is very good, convenient to restaurants, shopping and attractions. easy to grab uber. The staffs here very nice and Youstina helped me a lot."
United States
Li
The price is AU$62
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Sama Hotel Sherif Bash
A balcony with a view of a pyramid, a table, and chairs.

19. Pyramids View inn Bed & Breakfast

Pyramids View inn Bed & Breakfast
3.0 star property
10.1 km from Old Cairo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean, staff very helpful and polite. Nice breakfast, reasonable size rooms and the view was great opposite the pyramids had a great view"
United Kingdom
Latifa
The price is AU$95
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Pyramids View inn Bed & Breakfast
A table set with various dishes and drinks on a rooftop terrace with a cityscape view.

20. Royal Cairo Hotel

Royal Cairo Hotel
3.5 star property
Abdin, 3 km from Old Cairo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (26 reviews)
"Nice hotel good vibe."
United States
Joel Don
The price is AU$77
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Royal Cairo Hotel
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Top Old Cairo Hotel Reviews

Le Méridien Cairo Airport

Le Méridien Cairo Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice hotel super convenient traveling into and out of Cairo, essential when departing Cairo at 05:30! just a 5-minute walk to the terminal on a nice covered bridgewalk."
Ricardo 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Le Méridien Cairo Airport

Frequently asked questions

What can a history enthusiast expect from a trip to Old Cairo?
A visit to the sights with historical relevance in Old Cairo is probably first on your travel itinerary. Why not absorb the local colour with a visit to the restaurants?
How many historically relevant hotels will I find in Old Cairo?
In Old Cairo, you'll find 54 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.
What are the must-see historical places and other sights in Old Cairo?
Old Cairo is notable for landmarks like Manial Palace, Coptic Cairo and Babylon Fortress. Cultural venues include Coptic Museum, Umm Kulthum Museum and Manasterly Palace. Additionally, you'll find Giza Pyramid Complex in the area.
What is a historic hotel like in Old Cairo?
Guests who choose historic hotels have the opportunity to stay in a place that's been recognised with an official historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world can take the form of stately homes, palaces or even lodges, old police stations or skyscrapers — any building that's been identified as being of special interest. These types of hotels in Old Cairo often retain authentic characteristics such as period features or traditional architecture in their public spaces or guestrooms.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
They are quite similar. The term "historic hotel" is more common in the U.S., whereas "heritage hotel" is common in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to emphasise the physical building and architecture. Heritage hotels draw their meaning mainly from the cultural value that the place has and how it inspired the surrounding community.
Do historic hotels in Old Cairo have modern facilities?
Yes, efforts are made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades, but interiors include modern conveniences and safety features. Tourists who book a stay should expect the popular amenities you'd find in a hotel such as WiFi, heating and air conditioning, and updated bathroom facilities. Booking a historic hotel in Old Cairo doesn't mean you will stay in a place that's rundown or uncomfortable for guests.

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