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A balcony with a table set for breakfast, overlooking the pyramids.

1. Marriott Mena House Cairo

Marriott Mena House Cairo
5.0 star property
7.4 mi from Zamalek
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (918 reviews)
"Excellent view, Food and People"
United States
Monica
The price is £393
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Marriott Mena House Cairo
A resort pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a city skyline in the background, and a river.

2. Hilton Cairo Grand Nile

Hilton Cairo Grand Nile
5.0 star property
Al Manial, 1.9 mi from Zamalek
7.8 out of 10, Good, (957 reviews)
"Guest service was amazing!! Breakfast was great! Room had perfect views. Overall had a wonderful stay!"
United States
Sangeeta
The price is £164
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Hilton Cairo Grand Nile
A modern lounge with wicker furniture, a round table, and a view of a cityscape and river.

3. Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile

Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile
5.0 star property
Downtown Cairo, 0.6 mi from Zamalek
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (424 reviews)
"It’s in a very good location!"
United States
Kareem
The price is £219
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile
A hotel with a pool, sun loungers, and palm trees.

4. Cairo Marriott Hotel

Cairo Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
Zamalek
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Very nice hotel and an easy walk to restaurants and shops."
United States
Andrea
The price is £216
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Cairo Marriott Hotel
A modern bar with a circular layout, large windows, and a city view.

5. Ramses Hilton

Ramses Hilton
5.0 star property
Downtown Cairo, 1 mi from Zamalek
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Property was very clean food was delicious staff was awesome"
United States
Hany
The price is £131
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Ramses Hilton
A pool area with a view of a city skyline at dusk, lounge chairs, and candles.

6. Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah

Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah
5.0 star property
Gezira, 1.6 mi from Zamalek
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Really nice property overlooking the Nile. Great service from the Club Millise"
United Kingdom
Asil
The price is £257
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah
A table set with breakfast items, a city view, and a person reading a magazine.

7. Kempinski Nile Hotel Cairo

Kempinski Nile Hotel Cairo
5.0 star property
Garden City, 1.7 mi from Zamalek
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"The restaurant manager was excellent. He was attentive and the food, dinner and breakfast, was delicious. We enjoyed our stay, lovely room."
United States
Mary
The price is £185
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Kempinski Nile Hotel Cairo
A hotel pool area with a clear view of the pool, lounge chairs, palm trees, and a building in the background.

8. The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo

The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo
5.0 star property
Qasr an-Nil, 1.3 mi from Zamalek
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (604 reviews)
"Good breakfast and location , the rest has room for improvement considering it is a supposed 5 star hotel."
United States
Dana
The price is £348
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo
A reception desk with a 'VIAJE' sign, a modern chandelier, and potted plants.

9. Viaje Hotel Downtown Cairo

Viaje Hotel Downtown Cairo
4.5 star property
Abdin, 1.6 mi from Zamalek
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (364 reviews)
"Clean hotel, pictures are an overkill and small in reality. Good staff, small lift (with some WIP) 🚧 but nice for a short stay. Good location in the middle of down town"
Australia
David Elliot
The price is £47
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Viaje Hotel Downtown Cairo
A modern lobby with a glass table centerpiece, potted plants, and artwork on the walls.

10. Steigenberger Hotel El Tahrir Cairo

Steigenberger Hotel El Tahrir Cairo
4.0 star property
Qasr an-Nil, 1.4 mi from Zamalek
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (871 reviews)
"Staff are helpful, nice breakfast."
United States
Rodolfo
The price is £168
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Steigenberger Hotel El Tahrir Cairo
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11. Fairmont Nile City, Cairo

Fairmont Nile City, Cairo
5.0 star property
Downtown Cairo, 0.9 mi from Zamalek
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (873 reviews)
"Wonderful staff, incredible room, scrumptious breakfast. The only hotel to stay in when in Cairo"
United Kingdom
Wade
The price is £281
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Fairmont Nile City, Cairo
A room with a view of a body of water and buildings, a sofa, a table with a bowl of fruit, and a person pouring a drink.

12. Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza

Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza
5.0 star property
Garden City, 1.8 mi from Zamalek
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (490 reviews)
"Staying with the four seasons made our trip that much better"
United States
Johnathan
The price is £464
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza
A high-rise apartment with a panoramic city view, a central plant arrangement, and modern furniture.

13. Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino

Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino
5.0 star property
1.4 mi from Zamalek
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (437 reviews)
"Good breakfast buffet Clean rooms Good maid service Good reception service"
United Kingdom
Anthony
The price is £261
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino
An indoor swimming pool with a city view, arched ceilings, and seating areas with lamps.

14. The St. Regis Cairo

The St. Regis Cairo
5.0 star property
Downtown Cairo, 0.5 mi from Zamalek
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (239 reviews)
"Very nice property."
United States
Steve
The price is £435
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The St. Regis Cairo
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV mounted on the wall, and a bathroom visible through a glass door.

15. Sama Hotel Sherif Bash

Sama Hotel Sherif Bash
3.5 star property
Qasr an-Nil, 1.5 mi from Zamalek
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (157 reviews)
"The location is very good, convenient to restaurants, shopping and attractions. easy to grab uber. The staffs here very nice and Youstina helped me a lot."
United States
Li
The price is £33
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Sama Hotel Sherif Bash
A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, a prominent sign, and a waterfront view.

16. Intercontinental Cairo Semiramis by IHG

Intercontinental Cairo Semiramis by IHG
5.0 star property
Garden City, 1.4 mi from Zamalek
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Amazing staff and service. Felt like home. I will definitely stay here again."
United States
Eleazar
The price is £225
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Intercontinental Cairo Semiramis by IHG
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, modern furniture, and a central seating area.

17. Hilton Cairo Nile Maadi

Hilton Cairo Nile Maadi
5.0 star property
5.2 mi from Zamalek
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (157 reviews)
"New hotel in a good central location. Very helpful staff. We had a suite with access to the executive lounge for a nice breakfast and a light evening meal"
United Kingdom
Amanda
The price is £172
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Hilton Cairo Nile Maadi
A hot tub with a view of a pyramid and desert landscape.

18. Giza Pyramids View Inn

Giza Pyramids View Inn
3.0 star property
7.6 mi from Zamalek
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (664 reviews)
"Good hotel. !"
United States
Luis Horacio
The price is £43
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Giza Pyramids View Inn
A grand lobby with marble floors, a central round table, and a staircase with ornate railings.

19. Hilton Cairo Zamalek Residences

Hilton Cairo Zamalek Residences
4.0 star property
Zamalek
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (608 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay so much and only regret not being able to stay longer. Everything was amazing, from the service and cleanliness to the hospitality. Thank you to the staff."
United States
Dominique
The price is £162
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Hilton Cairo Zamalek Residences
A terrace with tables and chairs overlooking a river with boats, with city buildings in the background.

20. Novotel Cairo El Borg

Novotel Cairo El Borg
4.0 star property
Gezira, 1.2 mi from Zamalek
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (969 reviews)
"This hotel is very clean, comfy, and staff were amazing! I spent one night as I had a long layover and it is located in a great location right by the Nile and Tahrir Square."
United States
Fareeza
The price is £148
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Novotel Cairo El Borg
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Top Zamalek Hotel Reviews

Le Passage Cairo Hotel & Casino

Le Passage Cairo Hotel & Casino

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice, thanks,"
Kevin 2-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Le Passage Cairo Hotel & Casino

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What is there to see and do in Zamalek?
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How can I get to Zamalek and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in Zamalek can help keep you on budget. The closest airport is Cairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.), 11.3 mi (18.2 km) away. However, if that doesn't suit your budget, the next closest is 20.1 mi (32.4 km) away: Giza (SPX-Sphinx Intl.). Head over to Safaa Hegazy Station to catch the metro.