Hotels in Old Cairo, Cairo

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Old Cairo - Cairo, Egypt
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Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Old Cairo. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 28 March 2024.
Cheapest month:March
Most expensive month:May
Average price in Old Cairo:$184/night
Cheapest price found:$114/night
Cheapest day:Monday
Most expensive day:Wednesday
$114 - $259
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$92 - $238
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Cheapest hotels in Old Cairo, Cairo

Discover affordable stays in Old Cairo that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Old Cairo can be found for as low as $107 per night. There is currently one property in Old Cairo that can be booked for this price. Grand Nile Tower is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Old Cairo. Price data was last updated on 28 March 2024
Out of the hotels in Old Cairo we've come across, these properties are priced the lowest. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.
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Corniche El Nil, Garden City, El Roda Island, P.O. Box 2288, Cairo, Egypt
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$107
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Old Cairo

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Old Cairo to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 28 March 2024.
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About Old Cairo

Old Cairo, Egypt is home to the capital’s ancient city. This neighbourhood is the location of fascinating Coptic Cairo, the ruins of Roman fortifications and centuries-old churches. Visitors with interest in history, religion and architecture won’t want to miss out on a tour of Old Cairo.

Stepping into Old Cairo is much like being transported back in time. The area is peppered with historical sites and Coptic churches. Visitors should head first to Babylon Fortress which dates to the time of Semiramis. Within the enclosure of the fortress, the Coptic Museum offers a unique insight into the world’s largest collection of Egyptian Christian artefacts. It’s also home to the world’s most important works of Coptic art and antiquities. The museum showcases a display of Egyptian, Byzantine, Roman, Greek and Ottoman traditions displayed through woodwork, metalwork, textiles and manuscripts. Towering above the gatehouse of Babylon Fortress is The Hanging Church. It's one of the oldest churches in the country, with foundations dating back to 3rd century AD. To explore further, venture to the Mosque of Amr that was built around 641-642 AD, as the original structure was the first of its kind in Egypt. The interior is open to visitors, and its ornate architraves where worshippers kneel to pray are particularly striking. The building offers great insight into Old Cairo and the many religions it played host to. The displays on offer will enthral culture lovers in the National Museum of Egyptian Civilisation. The history and exhibits date from prehistoric times to present day. Old Cairo has a variety of restaurants and traditional tearooms. International cuisine is available, or travellers can opt to sample authentic Egyptian fare.

Old Cairo is easy to get around on foot, the main religious sites and attractions within a short walk of each other. The subway stations of El-Zahraa or El-Malek El-Saleh are located on the periphery of Old Cairo, allowing access from Garden City and other locations in the capital. Taxis are readily available, although prices may vary. Buses operate throughout Cairo, although it’s always good to have an Arabic guidebook to hand as they can be difficult to use.

Old Cairo dates as far back as 969 CE. It encompasses Coptic Cairo, where the inhabitants spoke their own Coptic language. The Copts were the largest Christian denomination in the country, today the old churches and museums tell the stories of their intriguing history. This small enclave of Old Cairo allows visitors to imagine what life would be like in the ancient city.

Facts about staying in Old Cairo, Cairo

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Old Cairo to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 28 March 2024.
  • What are the best hotels in Old Cairo?

    Grand Nile Tower is a very popular hotel in Old Cairo, with a score of 7.6 from 12,065 reviews. Nile View Inn (8.1 from 1,303 reviews) and Nile Villa Hotel (8.5 from 1,373 reviews) are also highly rated Old Cairo hotels based on recent feedback from HotelsCombined users.

  • What is a good hotel near Heliopolis Palace?

    Sonesta Hotel Tower & Casino Cairo is a hotel near Heliopolis Palace that is popular with HotelsCombined users, scoring 7.2 across 5,444 reviews.

  • What is a good hotel in Old Cairo near Cairo Tower?

    Grand Nile Tower is the most recommended hotel near Cairo Tower on HotelsCombined (scoring 7.6 over 12,065 reviews).

  • Is there a good hotel near Tahrir Square?

    12,065 HotelsCombined reviews of Grand Nile Tower score it 7.6/10, making it a highly recommended hotel near Tahrir Square.

  • How much do hotels in Old Cairo cost?

    Old Cairo hotels have an average price of $110/night (based on searches on HotelsCombined in the last 3 days).

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Old Cairo?

    Over the last 3 days, Old Cairo hotels have been found for as cheap as $80/night in searches by HotelsCombined users.

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