Hotels in Cairo
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Browse hotels in Cairo, Egypt — from Zamalek riverfront stays to budget rooms near Tahrir Square, minutes from the Giza Pyramids and Khan el-Khalili bazaar.
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About Cairo
Cairo: Where 5,000 Years of History Meet 22 Million Residents
Cairo stands on the east bank of the Nile, roughly 165 km from the Mediterranean coast. Founded in 969 CE by the Fatimid dynasty, the city now anchors one of Africa's largest metropolitan areas. The Giza Plateau — home to the Great Pyramid of Khufu (built c. 2560 BCE) and the Great Sphinx — sits at the city's southwest edge, reachable within 30 minutes from Downtown Cairo. The Egyptian Museum on Tahrir Square holds over 120,000 artefacts, including the treasures of Tutankhamun's tomb. Islamic Cairo, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1979, concentrates centuries of mosques, madrasas, and the medieval Khan el-Khalili bazaar along Al-Muizz Street.
Where to Stay
Hotels cluster across several distinct zones. Zamalek, on Gezira Island in the Nile, offers quieter streets and embassies. Garden City and Downtown sit within walking distance of Tahrir Square. Heliopolis, near Cairo International Airport (CAI), suits transit travellers. Budget guesthouses concentrate around Talaat Harb Square; 5-star river-view hotels line the Corniche el-Nil.
Practical Tips
- Getting there: Cairo International Airport is 22 km northeast of Downtown; taxis take 30–50 minutes depending on traffic.
- Currency: Egyptian pound (EGP); ATMs widely available in Zamalek and Downtown.
- Climate: Summers exceed 38 °C — October through April is the cooler visiting window.
- Dress code: Carry a light layer for air-conditioned sites and conservative attire for mosques.
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