Title: Sphinx House Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Sphinx House Hotel with free breakfast, near Giza Pyramid Complex ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102110000/102104000/102103919/749f57a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Comfort Double Room, 1 Bedroom | Individually furnished, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102110000/102104000/102103919/2d495b9b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102110000/102104000/102103919/4939fca3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102110000/102104000/102103919/a075902d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Comfort Double Room, 1 Bedroom | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102110000/102104000/102103919/480f3c4e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies In the shadow of the Great Sphinx and Pyramid of Khufu, Queen of the Pyramids offers a warm welcome with full breakfast, daily manager's reception, shopping mall on site. Unwind at this hotel near Giza Pyramid Complex with amenities like in-room WiFi, coffee shop/cafe and tour/ticket assistance. ## Popular amenities - Bar - Breakfast included - Housekeeping - Laundry - Free WiFi - Restaurant ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sept 21 - Sept 22](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-21&endDate=2025-09-22&selected=102103919&PinnedHotelID=102103919&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-21&endDate=2025-09-22&selected=102103919&PinnedHotelID=102103919&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sept 22 - Sept 23](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-22&endDate=2025-09-23&selected=102103919&PinnedHotelID=102103919&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-22&endDate=2025-09-23&selected=102103919&PinnedHotelID=102103919&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Sept 26 - 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391 sq ft - Mountain view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Superior Double or Twin Room | Individually furnished, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102110000/102104000/102103919/5c84887f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double or Twin Room ### Highlights Individually furnished Local meal delivery service Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Comfort Double Room, 1 Bedroom | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102110000/102104000/102103919/480f3c4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Double Room, 1 Bedroom ### Highlights Individually furnished Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Local meal delivery service Daily housekeeping - 285 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ## You may also like Ad ![1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar](https://a.travel-assets.com/media/meso_cm/PAPI/Images/lodging/1000000/20000/11100/11072/a02b6019_b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah Gezira - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCairo-Hotels-Queen-Of-The-Pyramids.h102103919.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCairo-Hotels-Queen-Of-The-Pyramids.h102103919.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Giza, Sphinx House is in the historical district. Grand Egyptian Museum and Egyptian Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Giza Pyramid Complex and Great Sphinx of Giza. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Al-Ahly Sports Club or Cairo International Stadium. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like skydiving. [Visit our Giza travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Giza.dx178624) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C29.98380%2C31.13983&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=yZT17Q9VaNfdMU4RPVdTas2tFTU=) Sidi Hamad El-Semman, Nazlet El-Semman, Haram, Giza, Giza Governorate, 12511 ### What's nearby - Giza Pyramid Complex - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles - Pyramid of Khufu - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles - Great Sphinx of Giza - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles - Grand Egyptian Museum - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles - Pyramid of Khafre - 8 min drive - 1.2 miles ### Getting around - Giza Suburbs Station - 10 min drive - Sakiat Mekki Station - 10 min drive - Giza (SPX-Sphinx Intl.) - 38 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Abou Shakra | ابو شقرة - ‬13 min walk - ‪Tasty House Egypt Restaurant - مطعم تيستي هاوس - ‬8 min drive - ‪139 Lounge Bar & Terrace - ‬20 min walk - ‪El Shabrawy | الشبراوى - ‬17 min walk - ‪Marriott Mena Executive Lounge - ‬19 min walk ## About this property ### Sphinx House Hotel near Giza Pyramid Complex Close to Pyramid of Khufu and Great Sphinx of Giza, Sphinx House provides free full breakfast, a free daily manager's reception and a shopping centre on-site. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a coffee shop/cafe and dry cleaning/laundry services. Other perks at this hotel include: - Express check-out, local meal delivery service and coffee/tea in reception - A nature reserve, helicopter/aeroplane tours and tour/ticket information Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include amenities such as free WiFi. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a carport ### Food and drink - Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas - Free daily manager's reception ### Things to do - Helicopter/aeroplane tours - Horseback riding/rentals - Shopping centre ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - In a nature reserve ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Slippers ### Food and drink - Meal delivery service ### More - Individual furnishings ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 7:00 AM; check-in end time: anytime Minimum check-in age - 15 ### Check-out Check-out before 12:30 PM Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Queen of the Pyramids Giza Queen of the Pyramids Hotel Queen of the Pyramids Hotel Giza ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sphinx House pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Sphinx House? > Check-in start time: 7:00 AM; check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at Sphinx House? > Checkout is at 12:30 PM. ### Where is Sphinx House located? > Located in Al Haram, this hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Sound and Light Theater, Giza Pyramid Complex and Great Sphinx of Giza. Keops Pyramid and Pyramid of Khufu are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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