Zamalek Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Panoramic view of river Nile in downtown of Cairo with Zamalek and modern buildings, Egypt
Panoramic view of river Nile in downtown of Cairo with Zamalek and modern buildings, Egypt
#History 
Designed by Italian architect with a beautiful, classic European style, the palace was built in 1907 by the Nile River in Zamalek for Princess Aisha Fahmy. It was fully restored and opened to the public two years ago.
Koshary at bright and cheery Cairo Kitchen.

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Our pick of the best Zamalek Hotel Deals

Cairo Marriott Hotel

Cairo Marriott Hotel

5 out of 5
16 Saray El Gezira Cairo
The price is NZ$275 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$275
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 14 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Great hotel location with lots of eating and entertainment choices in house. Amenities and services were a cut above and staff was really courteous and welcoming.

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

Cairo Marriott Hotel
The President Hotel Cairo

The President Hotel Cairo

3 out of 5
22 Taha Hussein Str Cairo
Stay at this spa hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (297 reviews)
Bad entrance, no view. Otherwise OK

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

The President Hotel Cairo
Om Kolthoom Hotel & Tower

Om Kolthoom Hotel & Tower

4 out of 5
5 Abu El Feda Street Cairo
The price is NZ$201 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$201
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 coffee shops/cafes and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Egyptian Museum and Tahrir Square are located ...
7.2/10 Good! (126 reviews)
It’s ok

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Om Kolthoom Hotel & Tower
Hilton Cairo Zamalek Residences

Hilton Cairo Zamalek Residences

4 out of 5
21 Mohamed Mazher Street Cairo
The price is NZ$217 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
NZ$217
10 Mar - 11 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cairo. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (559 reviews)
Besides being a rather dated hotel, bathrooms especially, everything else, service, staff, Location, was top draw. Perhaps a 4.5 would be more realistic.

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Hilton Cairo Zamalek Residences
Le Méridien Cairo Airport

Le Méridien Cairo Airport

5 out of 5
Cairo Airport , Terminal 3 Cairo
The price is NZ$309 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar
NZ$309
6 Mar - 7 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,134 reviews)
Fantastic stay! The location for early morning flights, pool, staff and restaurants were all amazing. We loved it so much we stayed there twice on your trip!

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Le Méridien Cairo Airport
Marriott Mena House Cairo

Marriott Mena House Cairo

5 out of 5
6 Pyramids Road Giza
The price is NZ$1,101 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar
NZ$1,101
6 Mar - 7 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Giza. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (833 reviews)
Beautiful location and convenient for seeing Giza Plateau. Staff are very attentive and helpful. Highly recommend.

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Marriott Mena House Cairo
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Other neighbourhoods around Zamalek

Aswan downtown with sailboats, panoramic view on the Nile, Egypt

Mohandessin

Appreciated for its museums and live music, you might consider exploring Mohandessin. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Agricultural Museum, and jump on the metro at Al-Tawfikia Station or Sudan Station to get around the city.

Mohandessin
Panoramic view of central Cairo skyline at night

Downtown Cairo

3.5/5(33 area reviews)

Known for its interesting museums and stunning river views, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Cairo. Top attractions like Talaat Harb Street and Midan Talaat Harb are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Orabi Station or Nasser Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Cairo
Overlooking the Nile River

Qasr an-Nil

If you're spending time in Qasr an-Nil, check out sights like Tahrir Square or Egyptian Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Sadat Station or Nasser Station.

Qasr an-Nil
يممم يممم .. حمام ومشويات وورق عنب وبتاع كلوو ياباشا 😍

Al Duqqi

2.5/5(2 area reviews)

The museums and live music are just a few things visitors like about Al Duqqi. Agricultural Museum and Mr & Mrs Mahmoud Khalil Museum are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Dokki Station or Behooth Station to get around the larger area.

Al Duqqi
Mosque Sultan Hassan

Garden City

Some popular features of Garden City include its restaurants and museums. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Qasr El Nil Bridge or Tahrir Square are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.

Garden City
Abdeen Palace, a residence of the President of Egypt - Cairo

Abdin

While you're in Abdin, take in top sights like Abdeen Palace or El-Ghuri Wakala, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Mohamed Naguib Station or Attaba Station.

Abdin


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