This prestigious hotel is one of the most traditional and famous hotels in the world. Established in the 19th century in order to accommodate the guests of honour of the opening of the Suez Canal, in the years since countless famous people and guests of the state have passed through the doors. The hotel has also achieved notoriety as the setting for famous novels such as Agatha Christie for example. Situated in the shadow of the famous pyramids at Giza, the hotel is surrounded by jasmin-scented gardens. Links to the public transport network are also just a few steps away and the centre of Cairo is approximately 15 km away.Built in 1869, this hotel is spread over 4 floors and comprises a total of 498 rooms, of which 24 are suites. Guests are offered a glorious lobby with of a reception desk, a banking service and a lift. In addition, there is a bar, a small shopping arcade and a hairdressing salon for hotel guests. Further facilities include a casino, a conference room and an air-conditioned a la carte restaurant On request, guests are able to make use of the hotels babysitting service. A car rental service rounds off the hotels offerings.The luxurious rooms afford an Arabian style and come with a bathroom with hairdryer, a direct dial telephone, satellite/ cable TV and air conditioning. A fridge/ minibar, a balcony (some with views of the Pyramids) and a hire safe are also on offer within the hotel. The suites comprise a separate dining room, a dressing room and guest toilets.Outside, in the well-tended grounds, guests are offered a swimming pool with a childrens paddling area as well as a sun terrace with sun loungers and parasols. In addition, various massage and spa treatments are available to guest (for an additional fee). More active guests may make use of the gym, tennis courts and the golf course.The hotel offers a number of exciting dining options.

Other Hotel Information Year of construction 1869, Number of floors (main building) 4, Total number of rooms 498, Double rooms 290, Suites 24, Connecting rooms, NO Connecting rooms

Other amenities/ services Wheelchair-accessible, NO Wheelchair-accessible, Disability-friendly bathroom, NO Disability-friendly bathroom, King-size bed, Double bed, Bathroom, Balcony, Carpeted floors, Individually adjustable air conditioning, Direct dial telephone, Mini fridge, Air conditioning in public areas, Currency exchange facilities, Cloakroom, Wired Internet, Laundry service, Medical service, NO Car park, NO Garage, Gym, Small pets allowed (under 5 kg), NO Small pets allowed (under 5 kg), Large pets allowed (over 5 kg), NO Large pets allowed (over 5 kg), Wi-fi, Cafe, Bar, Restaurant, Non-smoking area, Poolside snack bar, Air conditioning in Restaurant, Sun loungers, Parasols, Childrens play area, Games room, Massage, Hairdressing salon
Important place or monument close to the hotel city centre -12km. Hotel converted from Arabian-style Royal Hunting Lodge (1869) with First Class Garden Wing (1976), situated on 40acres of lush lawns and gardens at base of Pyramids. Nearest airport Cairo Intl Apt -35km.