Old Cairo Travel Guide
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Top hotels in Old Cairo
Hilton Cairo Grand Nile
"La piscina 🏊♀️ cerrar más tardes hasta 8 o 9"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Cairo Maadi by IHG
"We are having a relaxing stay at this hotel. The pool and poolside restaurant are a perfect way to pass a hot Cairo afternoon. Staff is lovely. Hotel is clean. Breakfast was amazing. Would gladly stay again."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Cairo Marriott Hotel
"Breakfast was great! Lots of choices."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Le Méridien Cairo Airport
"Perfect"
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile
"Just know that free spa is not including massage"
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Ramses Hilton
"It’s all about the people working at Ramses Hilton! Everyone is doing an excellent job. From the great team at the front desk, to the customers service staff that calls every day to make sure I didn’t need anything, and finally to the great guy handling house keeping everyday on my floor from nine ..."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Old Cairo
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.
Al Haram
If you're spending some time in Al Haram, Giza Pyramid Complex and Grand Egyptian Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Maadi
Appreciated for its live music and riverfront, you might consider exploring Maadi. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Mostafa Kamel Museum, and jump on the metro at Maadi Station or Maadi Gardens Station to get around the city.
