Cairo

Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Cairo

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Downtown Cairo

4/5(557 area reviews)

Dive into the rich architectural heritage of 19th-century European Beaux-Arts and Egyptian-Islamic-Moorish Revival styles. Indulge in Groppi's famous ice cream or visit the renowned Café Riche on Talaat Harb Street.

Downtown Cairo
#History 
Designed by Italian architect with a beautiful, classic European style, the palace was built in 1907 by the Nile River in Zamalek for Princess Aisha Fahmy. It was fully restored and opened to the public two years ago.

Zamalek

4/5(93 area reviews)

Cafes, museums, and historic sites are just a few things travelers 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.

Zamalek
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Al Haram

3.5/5(265 area reviews)

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

Al Haram
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Heliopolis

3.5/5(330 area reviews)

Spend some time visiting places like Tivoli Dome while getting to know Heliopolis, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at El Nozha Station or Alf Maskan Station to see more of the area.

Heliopolis
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Nasr City

3.5/5(72 area reviews)

Home to Al-Azhar University and Cairo International Stadium, this vast neighborhood offers shopping at malls like City Stars, diverse dining options, and leisure spaces. Explore landmarks such as the Unknown Soldier Memorial and enjoy walkable streets with local markets.

Nasr City
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Qasr an-Nil

If you're spending time in Qasr an-Nil, check out sights like Tahrir Square or Egyptian Museum and hop on the metro to see more the city at Sadat Station or Nasser Station.

Qasr an-Nil
Cairo Marriott Hotel

Cairo Marriott Hotel

5 out of 5
16 Saray El Gezira Cairo
The price is AED 760 per night from Dec 13 to Dec 14
AED 760
AED 980 total
13 Dec - 14 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 14 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
Excellent staff, gorgeous grounds and pool area. Loved wrapping up our loud and busy Cairo days in the peace and beauty of the hotel courtyard. Plenty of outdoor seating in the gorgeous November weather.

Reviewed on 24 November 2025

Cairo Marriott Hotel
Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino

Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino

5 out of 5
Galaa Square Giza
The price is AED 735 per night from Dec 13 to Dec 14
AED 735
AED 947 total
13 Dec - 14 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Giza. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (348 reviews)
Good customer service, But the traffic noise doesn't let you sleep peacefully.

Reviewed on 19 November 2025

Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino
Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile

Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile

5 out of 5
Cairo Cairo
The price is AED 645 per night from Dec 6 to Dec 7
AED 645
AED 831 total
6 Dec - 7 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Popular attractions Egyptian Museum and Tahrir Square are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (127 reviews)
It was awesome and better than expected. Travel with a wife and two boys

Reviewed on 28 November 2025

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.
Parkside Boutique Serviced Apartments

Parkside Boutique Serviced Apartments

3.5 out of 5
17 Rafik Salah Al Din Cairo Cairo Governorate
Book a stay at this business-friendly apartment in Cairo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (106 reviews)
The Apartement was super clean , stuff are very friendly and Helpful. Kitchen include everything we need , Waching machine and Frige are pretty new and very efficient. Washroom is super Lux - THANK YOU SO MUCH PARKSIDE TEAM!!! Very Lux Apartements Like 5 stars Hotels! More Freedom and Privacy!

Reviewed on 22 November 2025

Parkside Boutique Serviced Apartments
Prime Residence Heliopolis

Prime Residence Heliopolis

4 out of 5
Thawra Street Cairo Cairo Governorate
Stay at this aparthotel in Cairo. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and concierge services. Popular attractions Khan el-Khalili and Tivoli Dome are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (74 reviews)
Yes the room and environment was clean and the provisional manager was very helpful and all others staffs

Reviewed on 20 November 2025

Prime Residence Heliopolis
Afnan Cairo Airport

Afnan Cairo Airport

3 out of 5
2h Taha Hussain Road New Nozha Cairo Cairo
Stay at this apartment in Cairo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Popular attractions City Centre Almaza Shopping Mall and Tivoli Dome are ...
8/10 Very Good! (41 reviews)
Very good

Reviewed on 7 November 2025

Afnan Cairo Airport
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.

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Reviews of Cairo

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Top Destination
5 - Excellent
256
5 - Excellent 35%
4 - Good
269
4 - Good 37%
3 - Okay
142
3 - Okay 20%
2 - Disappointing
34
2 - Disappointing 5%
1 - Terrible
21
1 - Terrible 3%

5/5 - Excellent

Essam

The best people ever

4/5 - Good

Patricia

Unfortunate circumstances of corona virus and massive rain storms. Cairo is massive with a huge population to contend with. Historically fabulous of course which was our main interest

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I love Cairo. I used to live there and find the life and people so energetic and kind. It is not an easy place to visit for Westerners. Finding a safe and comfortable hotel is important for single travelers.

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveler

People are very cunning,cheat a lot,lie a lot,take advantage. Language is a huge issue. Do not take local taxis. Use Uber. Anyone who comes and starts talking with you or tries to suggest anything DECLINE or u will end up cheated

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Interesting city, very noisy and polluted however, would not stay more than a few days to visit specific nearby attractions.

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveler

We’ve travelled the world. We didn’t enjoy Cairo. It was very dirty & noisy. There is NOT a pleasant place to stroll along the Nile. We didn’t feel unsafe but kept our guard up, constantly approached By scammers under the pretense to help us