Zamalek

Cairo

Panoramic view of river Nile in downtown of Cairo with Zamalek and modern buildings, Egypt
#History 
Designed by Italian architect with a beautiful, classic European style, the palace was built in 1907 by the Nile River in Zamalek for Princess Aisha Fahmy. It was fully restored and opened to the public two years ago.
Koshary at bright and cheery Cairo Kitchen.

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Things to do


Top hotels in Zamalek

Cairo Marriott Hotel

Cairo Marriott Hotel

5 out of 5
16 Saray El Gezira Cairo
The price is P14,181 per night from Apr 2 to Apr 3
P14,181
P18,288 total
Apr 2 - Apr 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 14 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Lovely hotel with very attentive staff, a haven of peace in central Cairo

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

Cairo Marriott Hotel
The President Hotel Cairo

The President Hotel Cairo

3 out of 5
22 Taha Hussein Str Cairo
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (306 reviews)
This hotel is located in a safe and clean area in Cairo

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026

The President Hotel Cairo
Om Kolthoom Hotel & Tower

Om Kolthoom Hotel & Tower

4 out of 5
5 Abu El Feda Street Cairo
The price is P9,274 per night from Mar 24 to Mar 25
P9,274
P11,960 total
Mar 24 - Mar 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 coffee shops/cafes, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Egyptian Museum and Tahrir Square are located ...
7.2/10 Good! (130 reviews)
It’s ok

Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026

Om Kolthoom Hotel & Tower
Hilton Cairo Zamalek Residences

Hilton Cairo Zamalek Residences

4 out of 5
21 Mohamed Mazher Street Cairo
The price is P9,149 per night from Mar 30 to Mar 31
P9,149
P11,799 total
Mar 30 - Mar 31
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Cairo. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (563 reviews)
Staff was outstanding. The hotel aesthetic and ambiance was top notch.

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026

Hilton Cairo Zamalek Residences
Le Méridien Cairo Airport

Le Méridien Cairo Airport

5 out of 5
Cairo Airport , Terminal 3 Cairo
The price is P10,166 per night from Apr 2 to Apr 3
P10,166
P13,364 total
Apr 2 - Apr 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,131 reviews)
Absolutely fabulous and super convenient airport hotel. Greatcsevice, the club room had snacks and happy hour. Many options for breakfast. We had a 5am flight and it was great to have such a nice hotel right there at terminal 3 to walk from to the check in counter.,

Reviewed on Mar 14, 2026

Le Méridien Cairo Airport
Marriott Mena House Cairo

Marriott Mena House Cairo

5 out of 5
6 Pyramids Road Giza
The price is P30,497 per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
P30,497
P39,329 total
Apr 20 - Apr 21
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Giza. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (847 reviews)
The pool Was fantastic 🌟

Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026

Marriott Mena House Cairo
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Other neighbourhoods around Zamalek

Panoramic view of central Cairo skyline at night

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.

Downtown Cairo
Overlooking the Nile River

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 the city at Sadat Station or Nasser Station.

Qasr an-Nil
يممم يممم .. حمام ومشويات وورق عنب وبتاع كلوو ياباشا 😍

Al Duqqi

Al Duqqi is well-liked for its museums and live music. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Orman Botanical Gardens and Agricultural Museum are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Dokki Station or Behooth Station to get around.

Al Duqqi
Mosque Sultan Hassan

Garden City

Uncover some of the top draws of Garden City like its restaurants and museums. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, make a stop by Qasr El Nil Bridge or Tahrir Square.

Garden City
Abdeen Palace, a residence of the President of Egypt - Cairo

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 the city at Mohamed Naguib Station or Attaba Station.

Abdin
#history

Originally Beit El Kertlia, this historic home has so many grand rooms, ornate decor, beautiful courtyards, gardens and and my favorite part, the rooftop (you can see Ibn Tulum mosque from here). ⁣
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One of the many interesting features in this house, is an indoor well, it is in the first room you can enter to your right. They say if you stare closely down the well, you'll see the face of your lover staring back at you

As-Sayidah Zaynab

If you're spending time in As-Sayidah Zaynab, check out sights like Townhouse Gallery or Gayer-Anderson Museum and hop on the metro to see more the city at Sayyeda Zeinab Station or Saad Zaghloul Station.

As-Sayidah Zaynab


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