Expert reviews
“Built in 1869 as Khedive Ismail’s hunting lodge, Mena House dazzles with intricate gold decoration and air that perpetually smells of jasmine. The grandest palace-wing rooms are borderline-kitschy Arabian Nights style, but the view of the Great Pyramid filling your window is a treat.”
“Beautiful period furniture in an authentic 19th-century setting, Oberoi service standards, and the best Indian food in town — oh, and did I mention the view of the pyramids on the Giza Plateau from your room?”
“This is the great colonial-era hotel in Cairo and has hosted almost every politician, celebrity, and member of royalty to visit Egypt, and it’s both comfortable and convenient for the pyramids. It began life in the mid-19th century as a khedivial hunting lodge, but there have been numerous expansions over the years.”
What guests liked
- Top location
- Comfortable beds
- Swimming pool
- Free Wifi
- Private parking
- Friendly staff
All you need to know
This stunning 5-star hotel, located at the base of the Great Pyramids of Giza, is a popular resort for many celebrity guests and dignitaries looking for a luxurious retreat while exploring the ancient culture of Cairo. The Marriott Mena House is an escape from the bustling city, set in 40 acres of luscious green garden, dotted with picturesque palm trees, and within walking distance of one of the wonders of the world.
Mena House offers guests an opulent and exclusive experience to explore the wondrous Great Pyramids of Giza, and the famous Sphinx, or explore the Egyptian Museum before retiring to the sanctuary of the hotel. The hotel is decorated with a sophisticated modern design, with marble floors greeting you in the lobby and light and airy guest spaces throughout the hotel. Guests can unwind by taking a swim in one of the extensive outdoor pools, surrounded by idyllic landscaped gardens with the Pyramids as a backdrop, or explore the hotel’s excellent spa facilities.
The guest rooms are minimally designed with dark handcrafted furniture and modern decor allowing guests to enjoy the picturesque views and unwind undisturbed. Guest rooms have been furnished with luxurious details to a high standard and include all the modern amenities you can expect from a 5-star hotel, These include flat-screen TVs, coffee machines, marble bathrooms, and balconies overlooking the grounds.
The Marriott Mena House is a truly unique experience offering guests the ultimate Egyptian experience with alfresco dining beneath the pyramids and direct access to Cairo’s spectacular cultural sites.
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Location
Recent guest reviews
3 August 2024
Comfortable and memorable stay with amazing views
Nada and sandy in reception and nada from house keeping went above and beyond to make us feel as welcomed and comfortable as possible. The view and history of the place was absolutely majestic. Would definitely recommend to couples and families
1 August 2024
Best stay ever
Best location with a clear view of the pyramids at breakfast every morning
Nothing
1 August 2024
Exceptional.
Exceptional location and history.
None.
31 July 2024
Extraordinaryly memorable
The location was unbeatable! With a view of the pyramids from nearly every angle within the grounds of Marriot Mena House. The staff were very friendly and worked hard to deliver excellent service and cleanliness throughout the hotel.
I would have loved if Marriott Mena had a convenience store where we could easily pick up things like sun block ect.
29 July 2024
Fabulous
The facility
The price
26 July 2024
Beautiful hotel at the base of the Pyramids!
Amazing property to stay in Cairo- 10/10.
Nothing it was exceptional.
26 July 2024
Very good
Close to the pyramids
Far the the center of Cairo
21 July 2024
Breathtaking views on the piramides
The view was breathtaking! Even though the hotel is old, it still has a lot of charm.
19 July 2024
Exceptional
The Front Desk Team is absolutely exceptional and I could not have been happier!!
16 July 2024
Exceptional
Very helpful staff who tries to make your stay exceptionally enjoyable. The location is perfect for amazing photos. The food was very delicious.
Nothing to mention.
10 July 2024
Great
The location and the staff were amazing i would come back again
You need to pay for the parking
10 July 2024
Excellent hotel for a Cairo trip.
Excellent location and great food.
Some renovations to the grounds and parts of the hotel, but would love to come back to see them finished.
2 July 2024
Vaccination
Location and facilities
28 June 2024
Exceptional
Everything about the Mena house is stunning. From the staff, rooms, restaurants and gardens.
26 June 2024
Very good
Beautiful grounds and close the pyramids
Area around is not the best far away from the city and downtown
23 June 2024
My stay was excellent and remarkable
The location and friendly staff
22 June 2024
Perfect stay
The hotel is very very good. Excellent location next to the pyramids and the staff is incredible, always ready to help. Breakfast is amazing
The property is slightly outdated, the rooms need a bit of update but nothing too much.
21 June 2024
Fabulous
Staff is amazing as usual. authenticity of the hotel, and prime location and view to pyramids.
Nothing major
20 June 2024
A fabulous hotel, great location and very beautiful
Excellent location for walking to the Pyramids
18 June 2024
Best place to stay in Egypt!
Absolutely stunning place with exceptional staff
N/A - place was perfect!
17 June 2024
For the time of your life!
EVERYTHING! From Security reception on day one to the checkout on day 4 was exceptional. Staff was helpful, friendly and always had options to resolve things. Location is unmatched, clean hotel, brilliant restaurants (3 of them).
There is nothing to add here. It is difficult to improve something already perfect.
16 June 2024
Amazing
View
Reception shape and arrangement are not good
15 June 2024
Excellent Hotel compared to most Hotels in Cairo. Its all about the view and Mena doesnt disappoint.
Exceptional location with views from my Balcony of the Pyramids. 139 Pavilion views were spell binding and the garden is lovely. Good size rooms, good swimming pool and Gymn.
Bathrooms need upgrading. The food quality in 139 Pavilion needs improvement.
14 June 2024
Fabulous
Outstanding view of the Great Piramid of Giza from your bedroom.
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Snack bar
- - Kid-friendly buffet
- - Wine/champagne
- - Fruits
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Packed lunches
- - Car hire
- - Heating
- - Air conditioning
- - Designated smoking area
- - Shared lounge/TV area
- - Minimarket on site
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Express check-in/check-out
- - Currency exchange
- - Tour desk
- - Luggage storage
- - ATM/cash machine on site
- - Concierge service
- - Private check-in/check-out
- - Lockers
- - Invoice provided
Activities
- - Sauna (additional charge)
- - Fitness centre
- - Spa and wellness centre (additional charge)
- - Massage
- - Beauty Services
- - Facial treatments
- - Waxing services
- - Make up services
- - Hair treatments
- - Manicure
- - Pedicure
- - Body treatments
- - Body scrub
- - Body wrap
- - Light therapy
- - Spa facilities
- - Steam room
- - Spa lounge/relaxation area
- - Spa/wellness packages
- - Back massage
- - Neck massage
- - Foot massage
- - Couples massage
- - Head massage
- - Hand massage
- - Full body massage
- - Fitness
- - Fitness/spa locker rooms
- - Bicycle rental
Outdoors
- - Garden
- - Terrace
- - Outdoor pool
- - Outdoor pool (all year)
- - Outdoor furniture
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Trouser press (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Parking
- - Parking garage
- - Accessible parking
Accessibility
- - Wheelchair accessible
- - Toilet with grab rails
- - Higher level toilet
- - Lower bathroom sink
Pool and wellness
- - Heated pool
- - Pool bar
- - Sun loungers or beach chairs
- - Sun umbrellas
- - 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
4 August 2024
Beautiful I would stay again with a different view
Everything was excellent, I did not have the view from my room I would have liked but was very accessible to all the views, the view of the pyramids from the patio of the restaurant was beautiful, I was very happy with the hotel and staff everyone was exceptionally pleasant and professional
There is nothing I can say I did not like