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
Photo provided by Egyptian Tourist Authority

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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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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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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Maadi

Appreciated for its live music and riverfront, you might consider exploring Maadi. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Mostafa Kamel Museum, and jump on the metro at Maadi Station or Maadi Gardens Station to get around the city.

Maadi
Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile

Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile

5 out of 5
Cairo Cairo
The price is NZ$525 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
NZ$525
1 Feb - 2 Feb
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (152 reviews)
The room was clean. The staff were good and the restaurants had good quality food Overall a pleasant stay with nice view from the room

Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile
Le Méridien Cairo Airport

Le Méridien Cairo Airport

5 out of 5
Cairo Airport , Terminal 3 Cairo
The price is NZ$321 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
NZ$321
17 Feb - 18 Feb
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! (1,125 reviews)
We had two impressive stays at Le Meridien during our time in Cairo. Accommodating service for guest satisfaction is a staff priority. From the door to room or car, the friendliest porters Ahmed and Mohamed helped efficiently and made us smile. Our room was well equipped with promised amenities, ...

Reviewed on 12 Jan 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$972 per night from 23 Jan to 24 Jan
NZ$972
23 Jan - 24 Jan
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (813 reviews)
Great !

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Marriott Mena House Cairo
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! (120 reviews)
The room was immaculate, staff absolutely brilliant, great location

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Parkside Boutique Serviced Apartments
TATRABENT - Eco Friendly retreat in Siwa

TATRABENT - Eco Friendly retreat in Siwa

3 out of 5
Tatrabent Siwa Marsa Matrouh Governorate
Stay at this holiday home in Siwa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private pools. Popular attractions Gebel al-Mawta and Hill of the Dead are located ...
TATRABENT - Eco Friendly retreat in Siwa
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! (50 reviews)
The room and bathroom were great. Perfectly clean and tidy. Breakfast was very good and plentiful. All the staff that I met were friendly and helpful.

Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026

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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