Sofitel Nile El Gezirah, Cairo
Expert reviews
“The circular tower has been gracing the Cairo skyline for well over two decades, but the interiors here have been brought up to date, and the hotel has reemerged as a must-visit place among expats and visitors for its bars and restaurants. Contemporary luxury and understated style are the watchwords for the public areas. Rooms are decorated with cool neutral shades and pale pastels.”
“Tired from long travels? Rest up here in a room with superb views and let the staff look after you. This hotel, on the tip of Gezira island, is delightfully quiet, but it can be hard to get a cab out.”
What guests liked
- Top location
- Swimming pool
- Comfortable beds
- Free Wifi
- Private parking
All you need to know
The Sofitel hotels are known for their Parisian glamor and high-end luxury, and the Sofitel Cairo is no exception. Located in the center of Cairo, the Sofitel hotel is the epitome of opulence with vast chandeliers gleaming in the lobby and art deco features, designed by Pierre-Yves Rochon, welcoming you on your arrival.
Guests at the Sofitel Cairo can relax within this urban oasis, which is situated on the southern tip of Gezirah Island. The hotel has its own private promenade where guests can take a luxurious stroll along the riverside, leading to many exclusive shops and restaurants. For guests looking for the ultimate Egyptian retreat, they can take a dip in the idyllic infinity pool overlooking the River Nile, or enjoy a cold glass of bubbles while melting away in the whirlpool bath at the Sofitel Spa.
The Sofitel Cairo hotel is also excellently located for those wishing to explore the city and its many cultural delights. The hotel is conveniently located opposite the Cairo Opera House, and very close to the Egyptian Museum and Khan El Khalili. The hotel is also very close to Cairo’s business and commercial district Zamalek and is the ideal base for anyone visiting the city on business.
The accommodation at the hotel is superb with modern design aesthetics, combining French elegance and Oriental details, with stunning views across the River Nile. Guest rooms are spacious with all the modern amenities that are to be expected from a luxurious 5-star hotel, and the suites are extensive with separate living rooms, private balconies, and butler services allowing guests to truly unwind.
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Location
Recent guest reviews
22 December 2023
Fabulous
The room service at this hotel is truly exceptional. The servers are professional, friendly and attentive, always going above and beyond to make sure that everything is good (special thanks to Mahmoud ElMsry very professional and friendly)
21 December 2023
Pleasant
Staff were very helpful
Nothing is available near the hotel, you need to line up in the check point each time. Rooms are small, a lot of noises from the generator.
20 December 2023
Very good
Staff Location
No coffee machine
19 December 2023
I love this place anyway
It's my second home anytime I visit Egypt I love the renovation done in shower & toilet stuff also
Noise from other rooms especially closing doors loud The house keeping girl will turn on the AE to the extreme so when you come to the room it's freezing
18 December 2023
i will be back
excellent check in experience very friendly staff great business lounge experience business lounge staff very helpful excellent view on nile
cleanliness not up to claimed nor expectation rooms old need renovation
12 December 2023
Our travel to Cairo is lovely with Sofitel hotel
The hotel is excellent and elegant. We love Sofitel hotel
Every thing is good and Nice .. nothing else we didn't like Thanks to staff and more power to the management
7 December 2023
Very good
Location and staff
4 December 2023
Very good
Its location
26 November 2023
Fabulous
Clean Comfortable bed
Small rooms Window curtains doesn't block sunlight Wall too thin you can hear noise from near by rooms
24 November 2023
Thanks
Lounge club
Nothing
22 November 2023
Perfect place to stay
I loved everything about the hotel. Our flight arrived pretty late (around 1:30am) and there were a lot of people at front desk ready to help. Breakfast truly blew my mind off, best meal we had in Cairo for sure and quite cheap for $15 per person. Room was comfortable and location perfect
Someone was playing really loud music next to our building until 4am everyday, but I heard it was a private wedding, still, really loud
20 November 2023
Fabulous
location
some of outdoor coffee sttaf are not professional and they are not following or respecting rules and values
19 November 2023
Excellent service
Good breakfast
14 November 2023
Very welcoming staff
The service The staff Food was excellent Location View from balcony on nile is amazing Best view in Cairo!
Nothing
11 November 2023
It was a nice trip for me and my wife
Everything was perfect stuff food the room with panoramic nile view
the room has a week soundproof little bit noise at the night The pool has no heating and if woman wants to swim they have to wear a bikini only
10 November 2023
Good and will visit next time
Location is perfect, The experience was great Cleaning the rooms can be better.. The staff at La Madeleine & Kababgy wasn’t that welcoming or professional except the Trainee “Hajer“ she was very welcoming Room service’s staff were great and friendly
28 October 2023
it ended our stay in Egypt on a satisfied note giving us a more pleasant view of the Nile.
Great location with lovely curb appeal overlooking the Nile.
Coffee service at breakfast was not great. The waitress was unattentive to us and rarely came by, however she was very attentive to the good looking chap at the next table. We tried numerous times to catch her eye, but had to end up going to look for her.
28 October 2023
Incredible location and facilities, great place to stay in Cairo.
The location with its incredible views on the Nile
Room decor feels a little tired
27 October 2023
Overall, would choose is everytime, even against newer / freshier properties
There is no better location in Cairo! Promenade with its cafes and restaurants, always full of life and exceptional views
It is an old property after all, and some common areas as well as rooms awaiting renovation
23 October 2023
Excellent rooms, amazing views good gym and pool
Staff are wonderful. Always smiling and trying to help. Location is great access to many tourist sites. The lounge was good add on as we have soft drinks and snacks incld all day and alcohol from 7-8.30pm. You get 30 mins incld at the spa for jacuzzi etc. The gym is large with new equipment
Nothing major I didn’t like.
8 October 2023
my choice every time i visit Cairo
location was the best , extra friendly staff and very quite rooms.
The bathroom is needs upgrade.
28 September 2023
Fabulous
No bidet
28 September 2023
Very nice stay; great location; very friendly staff
Great location; very helpful staff; very nice pool
Rooms slightly dated and service a bit slow
27 September 2023
Loved the restaurants with the resort. The vibe was awesome and staff very friendly and helpful
Did not have breakfast
A stand alone shower and not a bath shower
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Snack bar
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Kid meals (additional charge)
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
- - Fruits (additional charge)
- - Coffee house on site
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Barber/beauty shop
- - Family rooms
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Packed lunches
- - Car hire
- - Heating
- - Air conditioning
- - Designated smoking area
- - Minimarket on site
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Business centre (additional charge)
- - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Express check-in/check-out (additional charge)
- - Currency exchange
- - Tour desk
- - Luggage storage
- - ATM/cash machine on site
- - Concierge service
- - Private check-in/check-out
- - Lockers
- - Invoice provided
Activities
- - Sauna
- - Fitness centre
- - Casino
- - Spa and wellness centre (additional charge)
- - Massage (additional charge)
- - Hot tub/Jacuzzi (additional charge)
- - Hammam
- - Evening entertainment
- - Beauty Services
- - Facial treatments
- - Body treatments
- - Body scrub
- - Body wrap
- - Spa facilities
- - Steam room
- - 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
- - Yoga classes
- - Personal trainer
- - Fitness/spa locker rooms
- - Themed dinner nights (additional charge)
- - Happy hour (additional charge)
- - Live music/performance
- - Live sport events (broadcast)
Outdoors
- - Garden
- - Terrace
- - Outdoor pool
- - Sun terrace
- - Outdoor pool (all year)
- - Outdoor furniture
Entertainment and family services
- - Babysitting/child services (additional charge)
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Trouser press (additional charge)
Parking
- - Parking garage
- - Accessible parking
Accessibility
- - Wheelchair accessible
- - Lower bathroom sink
Pool and wellness
- - Infinity pool
- - Pool bar
- - Sun loungers or beach chairs
- - Sun umbrellas
- - Kids' pool
- - Swimming pool
- - Swimming Pool
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Key access
- - Key card access
- - Security alarm
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Delivered food is securely covered
- - Access to health care professionals
- - Face masks for guests available
25 December 2023
Very good
Breakfast staff was courteous.
Breakfast was not as per our expectations. There were very limited vegetarian options and absolutely no Indian vegetarian options.