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Kempinski Nile Hotel, Cairo

Cornich El Nile, 12 Ahmed Ragheb Street, Garden City, Cairo, Egypt. (show on map)

Expert reviews

Lonely Planet review:

“You enter this Nileside tower through a rather cramped, bland lobby, but things definitely get better in the rooms, which are bright and modern, with nice art hung on the walls and skinny balconies. Compared to its rivals, though, service can be a little off, and the swimming pool is a bit small.”

Fodors review:

“Comfortable rooms, lots of amenities, and excellent dining experiences—the breakfast buffet at the Italian eatery is particularly good—make it easy to unplug at this luxury hotel on the edge of Garden City.”

Guest rating

4.3 out of 5.0

Ranked 4th in Cairo


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Value for Money

86.2 %

Ranked 3rd in Cairo


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All you need to know

Situated at the bank of the River Nile, in Cairo’s upscale Garden City district, the Kempinski Nile Hotel presents a remarkable experience for guests with breathtaking river views.

The luxury five-star boutique hotel provides an ultimate urban retreat with aesthetically pleasing rooms and top-tier amenities. Its prime location on the Nile’s east bank allows guests to relax at the rooftop pool while savoring magnificent river scenes.

The hotel is conveniently positioned in Cairo’s Garden City area, making it an ideal base for exploring the city and its numerous iconic attractions. The Egyptian Museum and other famed sites like Tahrir Square and the towering Cairo Tower are within close proximity. It serves as an excellent choice for individuals seeking a blend of luxury and historical exploration.

With its 137 rooms and 54 unique suites, the hotel offers an array of accommodation choices whether for individual travelers or groups. The hotel also boasts four exquisite dining areas, a fully-equipped gym, and a spa for luxury treatment booking, enhancing guests’ experience.

Patrons appreciate their time at the Kempinski Nile Hotel because of its prime location in the city center, its high-quality dining options, and the soothing jazz bar for relaxation.

 

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Location

Recent guest reviews

4.5
Sharon

30 April 2026

Comfortable, convenient stay with caring staff

Location was terrific, facilities and restaurants great, staff helpful and stay very comfortable. Would book here again.

5.0
Denver

30 April 2026

Exceptional

Aya from reception was very helpful

4.5
Alasdair

28 April 2026

An excellent stay with incredibly kind and helpful staff - Well done

I had an excellent couple of days here, Probably the warmest welcome and kindest staff I have encountered in my many years of travels around the world. Cairo is an extremely challenging city for Europeans and it is very nice to have a place to retire to- with such helpful people. As an example, I was a little disappointed when I arrived hot and tired from a work engagement on the Sunday afternoon to find the rooftop pool, with its simply amazing view, was quite small and unfortunately all the chairs and beds were unavailable. Potentially my problem, with a busy time wanting some relaxation- definitely a first world problem! I mentioned this at the front desk. They insisted on summoning the Hotel manager who solved the problem! I returned to the rooftop intermittently for the next couple of days enjoying the sensational views, more of a plunge rather than a Long pool and if there wasn't a Sunlounger available immediately, read my book on the chair for a short period and then one always came up. In terms of room decision it's either Nile or city view. The former really spectacular, but of course with a lot of traffic on the Riverside Road beneath........ The latter without the drama, but nevertheless cheaper and with a really interesting city building behind as its next to the historic part of Cairo with embassies et cetera, I think next time I might opt for the city with a little economy and a change Breakfast and light lunch by the pool were excellent

In terms of the hotel nothing… However, Cairo is an exceptional city in terms of crazy traffic everywhere and in particular no pedestrian crossings whatsoever. Although it's possible to walk to Tahrir Square in around five minutes, anything more than that take an Uber… Which works extremely efficiently, is amazingly cheap – nb cash only.

5.0
David

24 April 2026

Excellent hotel in all respects.

Comfortable suite (upgraded). Very attentive and friendly staff. Rooftop pool overlooking Nile.

It’s located the other side of a busy road so dangerous to cross if you want to walk along the Nile.

5.0
Wagih

19 April 2026

Exceptional

the stay was very nice and aya from reception was very nice

nice

4.0
Gillian

14 April 2026

Good hotel for a few days stopover in Cairo!

Good location, lovely room and very friendly staff.

Sometimes the music at the pool was too loud-particularly when people want to chill out after a day of sightseeing. However, the staff turned it down when asked.

5.0
Jessica

13 April 2026

Absolutely Exceptional!

My stay at the Kempinski Nile Hotel Cairo was nothing short of exceptional. As always, Kempinski delivered absolute perfection, going above and beyond to meet my every need. Every team—from concierge and the Red Ladies to front of house and food and beverage—was incredible. The staff truly make you feel like you are their only guest, offering such a personal and attentive experience. The hotel itself is beautiful, with stunning views of the Nile and a fantastic location just 30 minutes from the airport. Fresh flowers throughout added a luxurious touch and the food was outstanding, especially at their Italian restaurant. What stood out most was how every staff member knew my name and consistently went the extra mile to ensure I was looked after. As a solo female traveller, it can sometimes feel daunting being in a new country, but choosing Kempinski always gives me peace of mind. Their attention to safety—even noting my Uber driver’s details—made me feel completely secure and cared for throughout my stay.

A few dogs barking outside the hotel once or twice throughout the night, possibly from close by houses of the local community, which woke me up once or twice.

5.0
Waleed

11 April 2026

Definitely will do it again

Everything .. the food taste was amazing, the view is brilliant.. I loved it . Special thanks the Mrs Maryam in the reception, she was so cute and helpful.

Nothing

5.0
Mai

9 April 2026

Exceptional

the stay wqs so relaxing and nice thanks abeer for assisting us

5.0
Musab

31 March 2026

Exceptional

nice hotel and aya from recerption very helpful

great

5.0
Sarah

31 March 2026

Amazing!! They really made me feel like a princess on the night before wedding. The upgraded my room to Nile view and hi

It’s a really nice location with beautiful Nile view.

Nothing!

4.5
Claire

19 March 2026

Fabulous team that make this hotel outstanding!

Really well positioned hotel with a superb team looking after their guests. Abeer in Guest Relations was incredible and so helpful when we had an issue. The breakfast buffet was outstanding and all the team went out of their way to help. Would highly recommend.

4.5
Nadeem

18 March 2026

Great place to stay in central Cairo

Lovely hotel. Fantastic helpful staff and spotlessly clean. Rooftop pool is fabulous and the location is perfect.

The gym could do with more equipment

4.0
Rodrigo

17 March 2026

Very good

Location

4.0
Isabel

16 March 2026

Very good

Location cleaness rooms stay

Reception A need for more sophistication from the staff

5.0
Viviane

15 March 2026

Exceptional

There is gr whom aya very helpful

5.0
Jacek

15 March 2026

Exceptional

Aya is perfect

Aya perfect

4.5
Gabriele_81

9 March 2026

Fabulous

Rooftop and jazz caffe. Breakfast buffet was really good

Some small details can be improved: shampoo and body wash can be given in bigger boxes rather than in very small samples, staff at chocolate room was not always friendly + it was not clear if it was self service or not

5.0
Dr

4 March 2026

Amazing and memorable

I thoroughly enjoyed my experience at Kempinski. The hospitality was impeccable (all the staff are amazing!) and I was impressed with the standard of my suite. I would like to give a shout out to Abeer and Ragab as they both added to my experience at Kempinski Nile memorable

I honestly can't complain - I had an amazing experience

4.5
Giles

3 March 2026

Great

The stay is nice

Nothing

5.0
Johnson

26 February 2026

Luxury in Cairo .

I appreciated the more intimate size as compared to the other5 Star hotels in Cairo. The location was superb, especially with respect to the Nile. Watching the activities on the Nile added a connection to the area. The staff were vibrant and attentive.Super accommodating. I highly recommend this property. I also appreciated having an ATM in the hotel.

I have no comments or complaints.

5.0
Laurie

24 February 2026

Lovely Hotel and View of the River

Beautiful, well appointed and comfortable room. Wonderful buffet meals and a la carte Chocolate Room

A bit pricey for a room overlooking the river

4.5
Leena

20 February 2026

An oasis in the desert.

It was spotless and front of house staff were friendly, welcoming and helpful. The bed was extremely comfortable and minibar was great. Particularly like the jazz bar! I felt very safe, comfortable and relaxed.

The wait staff weren't very attentive...we needed to ask to be served.

5.0
Daire

13 February 2026

A fabulous hotel.looking forward to a return trip

Everything. Beautiful rooms. Really excellent breakfast and the Turkish restaurant is highly recommended. Staff were so helpful especially Raneem from the ladies in red team. The location beside the Nile is just perfect.

Nothing.

4.0
Ako

13 February 2026

Very good

The staff was excellent.

5.0
Laura

10 February 2026

Perfect view of the Nile

La escala del hotel es perfecta.

4.0
Sari

10 February 2026

Very good

Good service. Responsive concierge. Excellent breakfast,

I was not given the room I expected. It was a room classified as the one I'd always had - deluxe river view - but noticeably smaller than the other times as in a different part of the building. It was still a nice room with a great view but I was disappointed.

5.0
Mishal

3 February 2026

Recommended

Amazing hotel by its staff

I liked everything

5.0
Mishal

3 February 2026

Happiness

Cleanliness, serenity and amazing staff

Everything was exquisite

5.0
Erik

2 February 2026

Excellent hotel when visiting Caïro.

I had a very relaxing experience...the staff was there to really make my stay comfortable. Any question we had was immediately resolved. It really takes away the burden of being in a unfamiliar city.

Small criticism is that the diner we had in the hotel could have been better, but then no chef can cook to everybody's taste.

5.0
Dr

1 February 2026

Excellent

Everything in the room was absolutely exceptional .. special thanks to Raneem, Hassan and Christina

Nothing

4.5
Hussein

1 February 2026

It was joyful and nice stay

The cleanliness and hospitality

4.5
Paul

26 January 2026

Comfort

The Room

Location

5.0
Eleanor

25 January 2026

Amazing stay

Brilliant staff

Nothing

5.0
Wesam

24 January 2026

Great hotel

My favorite hotel in Cairo, everything is great about it. The rooftop is actually great

None

5.0
Khalid

24 January 2026

Raneem from guest relations she was extremely professional and excellent in her dealings. Her communication with the gue

Raneem from guest relations she was extremely professional and excellent in her dealings. Her communication with the guests was very pleasant and courteous. I would like to commend the hotel for having such high-caliber staff.

Raneem from guest relations she was extremely professional and excellent in her dealings. Her communication with the guests was very pleasant and courteous. I would like to commend the hotel for having such high-caliber staff.

4.5
Sharifah

21 January 2026

Wonderful.. The rooftop view is amazing

Its quiet and all staff are friendly and welcoming. They have Asian section for breakfast☺️

The front loading bay is a bit small

5.0
Amr

21 January 2026

Exceptional

The team is very welcoming, polite and supportive. It was great to stay with them

5.0
Beltran

20 January 2026

Exceptional

Excellent staff, always available and happy to help in every possible matter. Excellent food, both at the Blue Italian restaurant and in the room service. Incredibly helpful concierge, with Hussein providing very fast, very good and very efficient solutions.

4.5
Qureshi

19 January 2026

Lovely calm location with beautiful rooftop views of the Nile.

Location is excellent, the rooftop view of the Nile is superb. The room was a good size and well furnished. Bathroom was clean and as expected. Shower could have been more powerful, but a very minor thing.

Room key cards kept failing. The room service food although generous proportions, was not very flavourful (especially the biryani my wife ordered). But overall, reasonable.

4.5
Wolfgang

18 January 2026

Fabulous

Very nice and very various at breakfast and the staff friendly and helpful

4.5
Tareq

18 January 2026

Fabulous

Cozy

5.0
Roberto

17 January 2026

Exceptional

The food is great and the room very clean and aya from reception helpful

Nope

5.0
Greg

16 January 2026

Exceptional

Central

4.0
Nikki

14 January 2026

Very good

Staff were extremely friendly and helpful!

Spa facilities were separate men and women and I was unaware of that when booking as there wasn't any information about it.

5.0
Mohammad

14 January 2026

Exceptional

Thanks to all the staff epically emad housekeeping

5.0
Mohammed

14 January 2026

Perfect and i will visit again

Nice staff, location perfect

Nothing

5.0
Mike

13 January 2026

Exceptional

Wonderful friendly staff with attention to details. The hotel is sparkly clean and has amazing decor Yasmin in the Chocolate bar was exceptional. Friendly helpful as well as all the staff. Probably the best Hotel we have ever stayed... Thank you to all

Nothing everything was perfect

4.0
Gibbon

12 January 2026

Pleasant, very pricy.

Clean and comfortable

Bad views from the window other than the Nile view

5.0
Saleh

12 January 2026

Exceptional

thanks to the guest realarion Raneem and saber and zaid from receotion for there kindess ❤️❤️

Hotel facilities

Food & Drink

  • - Restaurant
  • - Bar
  • - Special diet menus (on request)
  • - Kids' meals (additional charge)
  • - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
  • - Fruits (additional charge)
  • - Coffee house on site

General

  • - Room service
  • - Non-smoking rooms
  • - Facilities for disabled guests
  • - Family rooms
  • - Lift
  • - Safety deposit box
  • - Chapel/shrine
  • - Packed lunches
  • - Car hire
  • - Heating
  • - Allergy-free room
  • - Air conditioning
  • - Designated smoking area

Business facilities

  • - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
  • - Business centre (additional charge)
  • - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)

Reception services

  • - 24-hour front desk
  • - Currency exchange
  • - Tour desk
  • - Luggage storage
  • - ATM/cash machine on site
  • - Concierge service
  • - Lockers

Activities

  • - Sauna
  • - Fitness centre
  • - Spa and wellness centre (additional charge)
  • - Massage (additional charge)
  • - Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • - Evening entertainment
  • - Spa facilities
  • - Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • - Foot bath
  • - Spa/wellness packages
  • - Back massage
  • - Neck massage
  • - Foot massage
  • - Couples massage
  • - Head massage
  • - Hand massage
  • - Full body massage
  • - Fitness
  • - Fitness/spa locker rooms
  • - Tour or class about local culture (additional charge)
  • - Live music/performance (additional charge)

Entertainment & family services

  • - Babysitting/child services (additional charge)

Cleaning services

  • - Laundry (additional charge)
  • - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
  • - Ironing service (additional charge)
  • - Trouser press (additional charge)
  • - Daily housekeeping

Outdoors

  • - Outdoor pool
  • - Outdoor pool (all year)

Accessibility

  • - Wheelchair accessible
  • - Toilet with grab rails

Pool and wellness

  • - Rooftop pool
  • - Heated pool
  • - Pool bar
  • - Sun umbrellas
  • - Swimming pool
  • - Swimming pool

Miscellaneous

  • - 24-hour security
  • - Key card access
  • - Security alarm
  • - Smoke alarms
  • - CCTV in common areas
  • - CCTV outside property
  • - Fire extinguishers
  • - Breakfast takeaway containers
  • - Delivered food is securely covered
  • - Access to health care professionals
  • - Face masks for guests available
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