Zamalek Travel Guide
Cairo




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Top hotels in Zamalek

Cairo Marriott Hotel
Room was spotless and the staff were excellent. Great location and choice of restaurants.
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

The President Hotel Cairo
Clean, friendly staff, cafe and pub on site.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

Hilton Cairo Zamalek Residences
Very large apartment with everything in functioning order although looking just a bit dated but well maintained. Kitchen looks like it belonged to a former live-in apartment. Superior breakfast nice pool with Nile view
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Om Kolthoom Hotel & Tower
Wonderful stay, great stuff thanks
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025

Le Méridien Cairo Airport
Thank-you so much to the incredible staff - when I checked in off a 4am flight they assisted me with changing my reservation so I could sleep after a long journey!! They went above and beyond and made me feel so welcome as a guest!
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

Marriott Mena House Cairo
Good
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Zamalek

Mohandessin
Appreciated for its museums and live music, you might consider exploring Mohandessin. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Agricultural Museum, and jump on the metro at Al-Tawfikia Station or Sudan Station to get around the city.

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.

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 of the city at Sadat Station or Nasser Station.

Al Duqqi
The museums and live music are just a few things visitors like about Al Duqqi. Orman Botanical Gardens and Agricultural Museum are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Dokki Station or Behooth Station to get around the larger area.

Garden City
Some popular features of Garden City include its restaurants and museums. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Qasr El Nil Bridge or Tahrir Square are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.

Abdin
While you're in Abdin, take in top sights like Abdeen Palace or El-Ghuri Wakala, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Mohamed Naguib Station or Attaba Station.
