The Definitive Guide to Living in the Capital , Cairo , Egypt

Your in-Cairo tourist experience starts with picking out an ideal location that will fulfil your staycation dreams. We have your back with six boutique hotels that will elevate your staycation with exceptional views and unique experiences. Each location is the gateway to your dream vacation without the hassle of plane rides and heavy luggage. 

Le Riad Hotel De Charme 

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Located in El Gamilya, Le Riad is your new time travel window. With a theme dating back to the year 969, Le Riad offers the ideal tourist experience in Cairo and a chance to explore history in a trip to another era. 

Villa Belle Epoque 

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In the heart of Maadi, Villa Belle Epoque offers you a chance to manifest your Turkish rom-com dreams. Despite being known as the spot for romantic dates, Villa Belle Epoque guarantees a staycation where you can disconnect, enjoy picturesque views, take shots that will elevate your Instagram feed, and enjoy a dip in the pool that will give you a glimpse of Antalya’s summer experience. 

Pyramids Edge Hotel 

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Past meets present at this incomparable location. Pyramids Edge Hotel is the spot to get in touch with your ancestors. Located four kilometres from the Sphinx is a terrace where you can enjoy your breakfast or lunch. With private hot tubs overlooking the pyramids in each suite, Pyramids Edge Hotel has your dinner plans covered, whether by ordering dinner to your room, watching a movie, or simply relaxing.

The Square Boutique Hotel 

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The Square Boutique Hotel provides you with an authentic Cairene experience in the heart of downtown Cairo. Overlooking Talaat Harb Square, The Square provides cosy swings on every balcony and a breakfast that will reshape your view of the Egyptian capital, all on a budget. 

Nile Zamalek Hotel

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With floor-to-ceiling windows, colourful decor, and a 24-hour service rooftop bar, Nile Zamalek Hotel is the ideal location to catch the sunrise and sunset overlooking the Nile on your staycation. Famous for its rooftop bar, the hotel is the perfect sweet spot between disconnecting and staying in touch with the city with its strategic location. Surrounded by many restaurants and cafés, you can enjoy nights out at the capital or at the hotel’s rooftop bar, or just enjoy admiring the scenery from the comfort of your hotel room. 

Victory Of Downtown Hotel

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Take your typical Downtown stroll up a notch by spending a night in the heart of the capital. Victory of Downtown Hotel gives you the experience of the cosiness and warmth of a Downtown Cairo home while providing excellent service. Balconies overlooking Cairo’s architecture that date back to 1880 make them the ideal spot for your afternoon cup of tea and a go-to location for your exotic work-from-home plans.