Sahara Desert Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo provided by Egyptian Tourist Authority
Photo provided by Egyptian Tourist Authority
Photo provided by Egyptian Tourist Authority
Photo provided by Egyptian Tourist Authority
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Where to stay in Sahara Desert

Cairo featuring tropical scenes

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.

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Zamalek

5/5(2 area reviews)

Cafes, museums and historical sites are just a few things travellers like about Zamalek. Sights like Zamalek Art Gallery and El Sawy Culture Wheel are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Cairo area at Safaa Hegazy Station.

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Al Haram

4.5/5(16 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Al Haram, Giza Pyramid Complex and Grand Egyptian Museum are top sights worth seeing.

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Heliopolis

4/5(10 area reviews)

Consider a visit to Tivoli Dome and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Heliopolis. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at El Nozha Station or Alf Maskan Station.

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Nasr City

4/5(2 area reviews)

Nasr City is well liked for its parks and casinos. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, City Center Shopping Mall and Citystars Heliopolis are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Stadium Station or Fair Zone Station to get around.

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Nile River Luxor

5/5(1 area review)

Nile River Luxor is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Nile, a top place to visit in the area.

Nile River Luxor
Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino

Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino

5 out of 5
Galaa Square Giza
The price is NZ$449 per night from 17 Dec to 18 Dec
NZ$449
17 Dec - 18 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Giza. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (348 reviews)
Good customer service, But the traffic noise doesn't let you sleep peacefully.

Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025

Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino
Cairo Marriott Hotel

Cairo Marriott Hotel

5 out of 5
16 Saray El Gezira Cairo
The price is NZ$446 per night from 3 Jan to 4 Jan
NZ$446
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews)
The building is historic and looks so gorgeous. The rooms were beautiful, beds were comfortable and we were not bothered by the outsider noise/car honking at all. Service is great and breakfast is just wonderful. Highly recommend plus the location is central

Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025

Cairo Marriott Hotel
Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile

Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile

5 out of 5
Cairo Cairo
The price is NZ$355 per night from 7 Dec to 8 Dec
NZ$355
7 Dec - 8 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Popular attractions Egyptian Museum and Tahrir Square are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (128 reviews)
It was awesome and better than expected. Travel with a wife and two boys

Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025

Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Parkside Boutique Serviced Apartments

Parkside Boutique Serviced Apartments

3.5 out of 5
17 Rafik Salah Al Din Cairo Cairo Governorate
Stay at this business-friendly apartment in Cairo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (106 reviews)
The Apartement was super clean , stuff are very friendly and Helpful. Kitchen include everything we need , Waching machine and Frige are pretty new and very efficient. Washroom is super Lux - THANK YOU SO MUCH PARKSIDE TEAM!!! Very Lux Apartements Like 5 stars Hotels! More Freedom and Privacy!

Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025

Parkside Boutique Serviced Apartments
Prime Residence New Cairo

Prime Residence New Cairo

4 out of 5
New Cairo 1 New Cairo Cairo Governorate
Stay at this aparthotel in New Cairo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Point 90 Mall and Maxim ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (68 reviews)
Great place

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Prime Residence New Cairo
Afnan Cairo Airport

Afnan Cairo Airport

3 out of 5
2h Taha Hussain Road New Nozha Cairo Cairo
Stay at this apartment in Cairo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Popular attractions City Centre Almaza Shopping Mall and Tivoli Dome are ...
8/10 Very Good! (41 reviews)
Very good

Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025

Afnan Cairo Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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