Old Cairo Travel Guide

Cairo

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.

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Top hotels in Old Cairo

Hilton Cairo Grand Nile

Hilton Cairo Grand Nile

5 out of 5
Corniche El Nil, Garden City Cairo
The price is ฿3,716 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
฿3,716
฿4,792 total
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! (889 reviews)
"Staff was very nice and attentive. Hotel condition could have been much better overall"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 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 ฿4,001 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
฿4,001
฿5,594 total
12 Aug - 13 Aug
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (56 reviews)
"Wonderful stay! The hotel is beautiful and the staff were extremely friendly, welcoming, and helpful. The suites were large and we really appreciated the washer and dryer in the room. The view of the Nile is breathtaking, especially at sunset. We also want to say a special thank you to Mr. Ahmed ..."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 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 ฿5,716 per night from 25 Jul to 26 Jul
฿5,716
฿7,372 total
25 Jul - 26 Jul
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! (1,002 reviews)
"‏ كل الغرف ريحتها دخان"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026

Cairo Marriott Hotel
Le Méridien Cairo Airport

Le Méridien Cairo Airport

5 out of 5
Cairo Airport , Terminal 3 Cairo
The price is ฿4,439 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
฿4,439
฿5,835 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
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. ...
Le Méridien Cairo Airport
Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino

Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino

5 out of 5
Galaa Square Giza
The price is ฿5,111 per night from 25 Jul to 26 Jul
฿5,111
฿6,591 total
25 Jul - 26 Jul
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! (403 reviews)
"Very nice"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2026

Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino
Marriott Mena House Cairo

Marriott Mena House Cairo

5 out of 5
6 Pyramids Road Giza
The price is ฿15,468 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
฿15,468
฿19,947 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Giza. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (879 reviews)
"Excellent customer service. Highly recommended."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2026

Marriott Mena House Cairo
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Where to stay in Old Cairo

Find the best Old Cairo areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Old Cairo
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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 Serapium 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.



Old Cairo Travel Guide