The Best Hotels Closest to Al-Azhar University in Cairo - 2026 Updated Prices

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A balcony with a bed, a table, and a chair.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, bedside tables, and an air conditioning unit.

A reception area with a TV, wooden panel wall, and seating.

A modern interior with a kitchen area, a flat-screen TV, and a seating area with a chair and a table.

1. white swan hotel

Abdin, 1.9 km from Al-Azhar University

Mariam

฿1,002

฿1,292 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A modern hotel room with a bed, sofa, and a small table.

A neatly made bed with a towel featuring a monogram, a wooden table with a glass of orange juice, and a view of buildings through a window with curtains.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a flat-screen TV, a wooden headboard, and a large window with curtains.

A room with a table, two chairs, a window with curtains, and a view of buildings and plants outside.

2. Sama Hotel Sherif Bash

Qasr an-Nil, 2.3 km from Al-Azhar University

Bilal

฿945

฿1,219 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A room with a patterned floor, a potted plant, a decorative wall hanging, and a small table with a vase.

A small, well-lit bedroom with a desk, a bed with a patterned bedspread, a red wardrobe, and a mirror on the wall.

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden wardrobe, a chandelier, and a small table with a red cushion.

A lobby with a mosaic floor, potted plants, and a chandelier.

3. Gamaleya Boutique Hotel

1 km from Al-Azhar University

"Very lovely hotel in the heart of historic Cairo. Very friendly, kind, and considerate staff. Extremely nice food including a delicious home cooked dinner which was unexpectedly included in my reservation for free. Roof terrace is beautiful, room is very comfortable, and the art and craft taking place around the building is very interesting. The perfect hotel for visiting historic/Islamic Cairo."

Callum

฿2,768

฿3,569 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A table with a variety of food items, a decorative mug, and a view of a building in the background.

A room with a lace window treatment, a potted plant, and a cabinet.

Two glasses of amber liquid on a table with a keyboard and a red object in the foreground.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a small table with a plant, and a window with curtains.

4. Crown Hotel

Abdin, 2.1 km from Al-Azhar University

Giorgio

฿1,309

฿1,688 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A balcony with a potted plant, a small table, and a view of a building with a dome and a clock tower.

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a small table with a plant, and a unique ceiling design.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, and a small table with a plant.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a red rug, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

5. The Kmt collection Hotel

Abdin, 2.1 km from Al-Azhar University

Eric Noriel

฿719

฿927 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

A rooftop dining table with various foods and drinks, a colorful wall mural, and a cityscape view.

A room with a bed, a small bedside table with a mirror, and a door leading to a balcony.

The exterior of the Royal Cairo Hotel with a prominent sign, a glass entrance, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A hotel entrance with a reception desk, a red carpet, and potted plants.

6. Royal Cairo Hotel

Abdin, 2.2 km from Al-Azhar University

Justin

฿665

฿1,710 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A hallway with a marble floor, a wall-mounted sign reading "CALMA HOTEL," and a decorative arch.

A hotel room with a bed, a headboard, a curtain, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

A hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV, an air conditioning unit, and a window with curtains.

A multi-story building with balconies and a street view.

7. Calma Hotel

Abdin, 2.2 km from Al-Azhar University

Anastasia

฿980

฿1,264 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A bedroom with a wooden bed, white bedding, a small round table, and a macrame wall hanging.

A dining area with a round wooden table, two wooden chairs, a potted plant, and a shelf with two decorative items against a yellow and gray wall.

A street view with parked cars, a building with an 'Underground Store' sign, and a tree with green leaves.

A cozy living room with a large window, a sofa, a small table with a book and two cups, and a decorative feather.

8. El Otel Hotel

Abdin, 2.1 km from Al-Azhar University

Heidi

฿1,319

฿1,701 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A balcony with a wicker chair and a vase of flowers, overlooking a cityscape with historic buildings.

A view through a window of a city street with buildings, vehicles, and pedestrians.

A hotel entrance with a sign for "SAMA HOTEL" and contact numbers.

A hotel room with a bed, a television, a desk, and a window with curtains.

9. Sama hotel

Al-Azbakiyah, 2.3 km from Al-Azhar University

Noha

฿1,026

฿1,323 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a wardrobe, and a potted plant.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a nightstand, a potted plant, and a window with curtains.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a bedside table, and a nightstand.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a potted plant, and a sliding door.

10. Cairo Plaza Manchester Hotel

Abdin, 2.2 km from Al-Azhar University

Alfonso

฿1,156

฿1,491 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a shower area, and a bathroom.

A modern lobby with plush seating, a reception desk, and a wooden reception area.

A bathroom with a toilet, shower, sink, and a potted plant.

A hotel room with two beds, a shower area, and a wooden floor.

11. Cairo Plaza Prime Hotel

Abdin, 2.2 km from Al-Azhar University

Claire

฿923

฿1,190 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A reception desk with a 'VIAJE' sign, a modern chandelier, and potted plants.

A modern lobby with a central plant, two sofas, and a staircase.

A modern interior with two black chairs, a small wooden table with a plant, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A modern hotel lobby with a minimalist design, featuring a U-shaped reception desk, comfortable seating, and potted plants.

12. Viaje Hotel Downtown Cairo

Abdin, 2.2 km from Al-Azhar University

Dilek

฿1,983

฿2,557 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a door.

A living room with a sofa, a desk with a laptop, a bookshelf, and a window with blinds.

A dining area with multiple wooden tables and chairs, a patterned rug, and a kitchen visible through an archway.

A bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a sink, and a toilet.

13. Central Cairo Hotel

Abdin, 2.3 km from Al-Azhar University

Batista

฿1,428

฿1,841 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A hallway with a marble floor, a chair, and a door.

A hallway with a marble floor, white walls, and a ceiling fan.

An open door leading to a balcony with a white chair, surrounded by lush green and yellow plants, and a pink neon light.

14. Future Hostel

Abdin, 2.1 km from Al-Azhar University

Yolanda

฿1,335

฿1,722 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern bedroom with two beds, a bedside table with a lamp, framed artwork on the wall, and a window with an air conditioning unit.

A balcony with a variety of food items including bread, eggs, and bananas.

A modern living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

15. Park Plaza hotel

Abdin, 2.3 km from Al-Azhar University

Anastasia

฿961

฿1,239 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern hotel room with two beds, a circular ceiling light fixture, and a central air conditioning unit.

A modern living room with a TV, seating area, and a large window.

A modern bathroom with a hexagonal tile pattern, a glass shower enclosure, a toilet, a sink, and a small potted plant.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a sectional sofa, and potted plants.

16. Cairo Plaza Luxe Hotel

Abdin, 2.2 km from Al-Azhar University

Aly

฿900

฿1,160 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A hallway with a marble floor, potted plants, and walls adorned with large, framed pictures of historical and desert scenes.

A modern dining area with marble flooring, wooden accents, and a central island.

A hallway with a marble floor, potted plants, and framed artwork on the walls.

A view of a building with multiple balconies and air conditioning units.

17. Olivia Hotel

Abdin, 2.3 km from Al-Azhar University

Marian

฿989

฿1,275 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a wooden floor.

A multi-story building with balconies and signage indicating street names in Arabic.

A multi-story urban building with balconies and air conditioning units.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and decorative elements.

18. The Location Hotel

Abdin, 2.2 km from Al-Azhar University

Abdullah

฿863

฿1,112 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A staircase leading to a room with a ceiling fan, a potted plant, and a decorative metal gate.

A room with two ornate chairs, a checkered floor, and a door leading to another room.

A hotel lobby with a television on a counter, a motorcycle, and a door leading outside.

A bedroom with a bed, a curtain, and two wall-mounted pictures of vases.

19. City Hostel

Al-Azbakiyah, 1.9 km from Al-Azhar University

Baher

฿339

฿447 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

An outdoor patio with potted plants, a table, and chairs.

A hotel room with three beds, each with a patterned bedspread and white pillows. The room has a red accent wall and a ceiling fan.

A building with stone arches and traditional lanterns.

A restaurant with tables and chairs, large windows, and a checkered floor.

20. Osiris Hotel

Abdin, 2.3 km from Al-Azhar University

Nikola

฿790

฿1,039 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Al-Azhar University

Property	Property class	Guest rating
white swan hotel	10.0 Exceptional 17 reviews	View
Sama Hotel Sherif Bash	9.6 Exceptional 123 reviews	View
Gamaleya Boutique Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 10 reviews	View
Crown Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 48 reviews	View
The Kmt collection Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews	View

Top Al-Azhar University Hotel Reviews

white swan hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I booked the hotel but actually stayed in their other property Sama Sherif Basha Hotel due to unavailability issues. This could have gone terribly wrong and was offered to stay in Sama Sherif and at 4am in the morning I don’t want to end up in the streets so accepted. The trip was saved. Ahmed was very helpful in settling us in the rooms and it was spacious and clean. Breakfast was served in the room and could feed a whole village. The hotel is in Downtown Cairo and plenty of restaurants and attractions are within minutes. The only downside is the traffic noise so wearing earplugs is a must. Overall was a great stay in the heart of Cairo."

Steigenberger Hotel El Tahrir Cairo

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent hotel, great location with awesome staff in every category from front desk, housekeeping, poolside and restaurants very helpful and always asking if I need anything. Breakfast buffet is wonderful with lots of options and is worth having a great breakfast before going on with your day activity. Room are clean and Ihab the housekeeper was awesome taking care our room. Had a great stay."

Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile

10/10 Excellent

"Great breakfast. Very clean rooms. Friendly staff."

The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo

8/10 Good

"Location, services clean rooms"

Cairo Marriott Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We had a truly wonderful stay at this hotel in Cairo. The service was exceptional, and every member of staff we encountered was incredibly friendly, welcoming and helpful. The facilities and services throughout the hotel were impeccable, and the décor and ambience beautifully reflected the culture, character and history of Egypt, creating a very special atmosphere. The restaurants within the hotel were also of an exceptionally high standard, with excellent food and service. Overall, our experience was outstanding from beginning to end. I would thoroughly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Cairo and would certainly stay here again."

Royal Cairo Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"You can’t beat this hotel for the value of the price"

Golden Palace Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The Golden Palace hotel is 'golden bargain' as it's very reasonably priced and right in the center of a busy area with lots to do, but yet feels like an oasis of tranquility 😇 The staff are very friendly and helpful and even let me store a bag for a month for a modest fee. The large breakfast, served by the lovely Hebbe, is an added bonus as it's included in the price. The rooms are spacious and clean, although I think the comforter/Duvet in the room I had could do with a laundry as it had a noticeably unpleasant odor. Also, I was woken during the night by a door slamming in a neighboring room and I think this may be due to mechanical issue that needs to be addressed. I even got a free room upgrade on check in! 😀 Overall I can highly recommend this hotel in downtown Cairo ☺️"

ALRashedy Hotel Powered by Boutique

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed our stay. All the staff were very kind and helpful. We felt at home."

Downtown Antique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

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Other attractions near Al-Azhar University

A cityscape with a central open plaza surrounded by palm trees and a distant view of a desert.

Al-Azhar Park

9.4/10 (9 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Al-Azhar Park, a lovely green space in Cairo. Take in the fascinating museums while you're in the area.

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A mosque with a tall minaret and a smaller tower, surrounded by a covered courtyard with white benches.

Mosque of Sayyidna al-Hussein

10.0/10 (7 reviews)

Mosque of Sayyidna al-Hussein is just one of the places to see in Cairo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

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Beit Zeinab al-Khatoun

You can learn about the history of Cairo with a trip to Beit Zeinab al-Khatoun. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

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Al-Azhar Mosque

10.0/10 (1 review)

Al-Azhar Mosque is just one of the places to see in Cairo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

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Midan Hussein Mosque

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

After visiting Midan Hussein Mosque, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cairo. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

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Fishawi’s Coffeehouse

Learn about the local history of Cairo when you spend time at Fishawi’s Coffeehouse. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

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Wikala of Al-Ghouri

Learn about the local history of Cairo when you take a trip to Wikala of Al-Ghouri. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

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Sharia al-Muski

Learn about the local history of Cairo when you take a trip to Sharia al-Muski. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Al-Azhar University?

Al-Azhar University is located in a historic area of Cairo known for its picturesque gardens and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 22 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Al-Azhar University?

Adjacent to Al-Azhar University, ALRashedy Hotel Powered by Boutique is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers in-room fireplaces and free WiFi. Other good options close by include Arabian Nights Hotel and Gamaleya Boutique Hotel.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Al-Azhar University?

Expedia has 22 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Al-Azhar University.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Al-Azhar University, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Al-Azhar University.

What can I see and do near Al-Azhar University?

National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, Coptic Museum and Manial Palace feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Explore landmarks like Cairo Citadel, Talaat Harb Street and Qasr El Nil Bridge. You can enjoy live performances at Cairo Opera House and Manasterly Palace.

How can I get to Al-Azhar University?

Nearby metro stations include El Geish Station, Abdou Pasha Station and Bab el Shaaria Station. If you'd like to venture around the surrounding area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

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Our top choices for Al-Azhar University hotels

1. white swan hotel

2. Sama Hotel Sherif Bash

3. Gamaleya Boutique Hotel

4. Crown Hotel

5. The Kmt collection Hotel

6. Royal Cairo Hotel

7. Calma Hotel

8. El Otel Hotel

9. Sama hotel

10. Cairo Plaza Manchester Hotel

11. Cairo Plaza Prime Hotel

12. Viaje Hotel Downtown Cairo

13. Central Cairo Hotel

14. Future Hostel

15. Park Plaza hotel

16. Cairo Plaza Luxe Hotel

17. Olivia Hotel

18. The Location Hotel

19. City Hostel

20. Osiris Hotel

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Top Al-Azhar University Hotel Reviews

white swan hotel

Steigenberger Hotel El Tahrir Cairo

Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile

The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo

Cairo Marriott Hotel

Royal Cairo Hotel

Golden Palace Hotel

ALRashedy Hotel Powered by Boutique

Downtown Antique Hotel

Other attractions near Al-Azhar University

Al-Azhar Park

Mosque of Sayyidna al-Hussein

Beit Zeinab al-Khatoun

Al-Azhar Mosque

Midan Hussein Mosque

Fishawi’s Coffeehouse

Wikala of Al-Ghouri

Sharia al-Muski

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