Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah 5 stars

Name: Hotel in CAIRO - Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah in Zamalek - ALL
Address: 3 El Thawra Council St Zamalek, Downtown, Po Box 732 El Orman Giza, Cairo, 11518, EG
Telephone: +20227373737
Rating: 4.7

Customer review rating (ALL Rating) 4.7/5 1,187 reviews

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3 El Thawra Council St Zamalek, Downtown, Po Box 732 El Orman Giza, 11518 Cairo, Egypt

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Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah

French luxury and local cuisine in the world's most exciting city

The iconic 5-star Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah hotel in Zamalek, Downtown Cairo. A favoured venue for important business events and a prime location for tourists, the hotel offers the ultimate in classic French hospitality enhanced by a dazzling contemporary décor, and state-of-the-art meeting facilities for up to 500 attendees. Just a few steps away lies Cairo's upscale business district on quiet El Gezirah island, while you are only minutes away from the centre of Cairo, via the Metro at our doorstep.

Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah is the perfect starting point for visiting Cairo's emblematic Zamalek area renowned for its chic and trendy restaurants and galleries. For business, the International Conference Centre is 10 minutes away. For pleasure and leisure, visit the Cairo Opera House, the world-famous Egyptian Museum and the Cairo Tower all close by while the amazing Pyramids of Giza are a mere 20-minute drive away.

And there's so much more to see and do: mosques, botanical gardens, the Citadel, the sporting club, Cairo old souks, so lively and enchanting with their voluble Egyptian merchants!

Indulge in timeless French elegance at the heart of Cairo, where exquisite comfort meets sweeping views of the Nile.

Frederic RIBAULT, Hotel Management

Hotel extras

Located in the heart of Cairo with easy access to the capital's main landmarks
All rooms & suites with balconies, Nile views and elevated amenities
Infinity pool overlooking the Nile & relaxing Sofitel Spa on-site
Club Millésime on the 16th floor & Six dining venues by the Nile Promenade
Preferred destination for conferences & events with cutting-edge technology

Our accommodation(s)

Room

PREMIUM Room 1 King Size Bed , Partial Nile View

3 pers. max
32 m² / 344 sq ft

Bedding 1 x King size bed(s)
Views: River side
Most of the accommodation: Balcony

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PREMIUM Room, 2 Single Beds, Partial Nile View

3 pers. max
32 m² / 344 sq ft

Bedding 2 x Single bed(s)
Views: River side
Most of the accommodation: Balcony

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LUXURY ROOM, 1 King Size Bed, Full Nile View

3 pers. max
32 m² / 344 sq ft

Bedding 1 x King size bed(s)
Views: River side
Most of the accommodation: Balcony

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LUXURY ROOM, 2 Single Size Beds, Full Nile View

3 pers. max
32 m² / 344 sq ft

Bedding 2 x Single bed(s)
Views: Panorama view or River side
Most of the accommodation: Balcony

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MAGNIFIQUE Room , 1 King Size Bed , Panoramic Nile View

3 pers. max
32 m² / 344 sq ft

Bedding 1 x King size bed(s)

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MAGNIFIQUE Room , 2 Single Size Bed , Panoramic Nile View

3 pers. max
32 m² / 344 sq ft

Bedding 2 x Twin bed(s)
Views: Panorama view or River side

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Luxury Room with Club Millesime Access , Full Nile view and King bed

3 pers. max
32 m² / 344 sq ft

Bedding 1 x King size bed(s)
Views: River side

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Luxury Room with Club Millesime Access , Full Nile view and Twin bed

3 pers. max
32 m² / 344 sq ft

Bedding 2 x Twin bed(s)
Views: River side
Most of the accommodation: Balcony

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JUNIOR SUITE, 1 King Size Bed, Partial Nile View

3 pers. max
64 m² / 688 sq ft

Bedding 1 x King size bed(s)
Views: City View or River side
Most of the accommodation: Balcony

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PRESTIGE SUITE, Club Millesime Access, 1 King Size Bed, Full Nile View

3 pers. max
64 m² / 688 sq ft

Bedding 1 x King size bed(s)
Views: River side
Most of the accommodation: Balcony

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Prestige Suite , 1 King Size , CLUB MILLESIME ACCESS Panoramic Nile View

3 pers. max
64 m² / 688 sq ft

Bedding 1 x King size bed(s)
Views: Panorama view or River side
Most of the accommodation: Balcony

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OPERA SUITE - 1 King Size Bed, panoramic Nile view, living and dining room, private balconies

3 pers. max
84 m² / 904 sq ft

Bedding 1 x King size bed(s)
Views: Panorama view or River side
Most of the accommodation: Balcony

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Suite

Imperial Suite- 1 KingSize Bed, panoramic Nile view, living and dining room, private balconies

3 pers. max
150 m² / 1614 sq ft

Bedding 1 x King size bed(s)
Views: Panorama view
Most of the accommodation: Balcony

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Suite

Family Suite with 2 Bedrooms, 1 living Room, 1 King Size Bed, 2 Twin Beds, Panoramic Nile View

4 pers. max
150 m² / 1614 sq ft

Bedding 1 x King size bed(s) and 2 x Single bed(s)
Views: Panorama view or River side
Most of the accommodation: Balcony or 2 bedrooms

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Hotel location

Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah

3 El Thawra Council St Zamalek, Downtown, Po Box 732 El Orman Giza
11518 Cairo
Egypt

GPS:30.038811, 31.22426

+20 2 27373737

+20 2 27363640

Railway station
Bus stop

OPERA STATION

Railway station

Access: 1 km / 0.62 mi 1 min walk

RAMSIS STATION

Railway station

Access: 2 km / 1.24 mi 10 min drive

TAHRIR SQUARE STATION

Bus stop

Access: 2 km / 1.24 mi 15 min walk / 2 min drive

CAIRO OPERA HOUSE

Opera/symphony/concert hall

Access: 1 km / 0.62 mi 10 min drive

EGYPTIAN MUSEUM

Museums

Access: 1 km / 0.62 mi 10 min drive

COPTIC CAIRO

Tourist attraction

Access: 1 km / 0.62 mi 5 min drive

GIZA ZOO

Zoo

Access: 3 km / 1.86 mi 10 min drive

ZAMALEK

Tourist attraction

Access: 3 km / 1.86 mi 15 min drive

SULTAN HASSAN MOSQUE

Historic monument

Access: 3 km / 1.86 mi

Gezirah Sporting Club

Sports centre

Access: 3.2 km / 1.99 mi 23 min walk / 7 min drive

EL ORMAN GARDEN

Botanical gardens

Access: 4 km / 2.49 mi 10 min drive

CITY CENTER

Other attractions

Access: 5 km / 3.11 mi 15 min drive

THE RIVER NILE

Other attractions

Access: 6 km / 3.73 mi 20 min drive

MOHAMED ALY MOSQUE

Tourist attraction

Access: 6 km / 3.73 mi 20 min drive

CITADEL

Tourist attraction

Access: 6 km / 3.73 mi 20 min drive

Khan EL Khalili

Other attractions

Access: 7 km / 4.35 mi 1 hrs walk / 20 min drive

GIZA PYRAMIDS

Historic monument

Access: 19 km / 11.81 mi

CAIRO TOWER

Tourist attraction

Access: 22 km / 13.67 mi 35 min drive

Nile River

River

Mall OF Egypt

Shopping centre/mall

Access: 1 km / 0.62 mi 10 min drive

CITY STARS

Shopping centre/mall

Access: 2 km / 1.24 mi 15 min drive

FIRST MALL

Shopping centre/mall

Access: 3 km / 1.86 mi 10 min drive

Hotel services

Check-in from 03:00 PM - Check out up to 12:00 PM

On site

Swimming pool
Car park
Pets not allowed
Restaurant
Wheelchair accessible
Fitness center
Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Breakfast
Bar
Meeting rooms
Room service

LA PALMERAIE MOROCCAN RESTAURANT

Embark on a wonderful journey from Gezirah Island to Marrakesh. Feast on Moroccan specialties at the best restaurant in Cairo for authentic tagines. Enjoy the Moorish mood with live music, shisha and mint tea overlooking the majestic Nile.

KEBABGY - ORIENTAL GRILL

An iconic Cairo restaurant for tasty barbecued meat. Choose from a variety of food, drinks and shisha flavors, with a daily entertainment program overlooking the Nile. Our exclusive Terrace is a glamorous experience worth trying.

LA MADELEINE

Located conveniently by the lobby, this Cairo café serves Nespresso coffee, appetizing Parisian-style pastries to eat in or take away, and gourmet snacks including delicious French baguettes and candy. Perfect for a quick pick-me-up.

Le Sud

Le Sud invites you to embark on a culinary journey along the sun-drenched shores of the Mediterranean. This restaurant captures the essence of the region's vibrant flavors, offering a delightful fusion of culinary traditions with a contemporary twist.

SUNNY BAR - POOL BAR

Our pool bar both Sunny by name and by nature - offers signature cocktails, healthy virgin drinks and a wide range of snacks. Order a refreshing thirst-quencher between sunbathing and swimming in the heated outdoor infinity pool overlooking the Nile.

WINDOW ON THE NILE - LOUNGE&BAR

Experience graceful French art de vivre with afternoon tea in our elegant library, a posh lobby lounge, offering rich pastries and signature cocktails. Relax with a book from our International selection and benefit from free Wi-Fi to catch up on emails.

Atelier Lounge

Atelier Lounge is a destination featuring a unique fusion of gourmet burgers and fresh sushi, complemented by a curated selection of crafted beverages.

Pool

Imagine a tropical isle with swaying palms. An infinity pool disappears into the ancient Nile. You plunge into cool water - refreshed, revived, invigorated. A poolside chaise longue invites you to lie back and bask in your exotic escape.

Fitness center

At the end of a day of meetings or sightseeing, enjoy your daily workout at our Cairo hotel fitness facility. View the beauty of the Nile River while using our Technogym exercise equipment, relax in the sauna, or swim in our outdoor infinity pool.

Sofitel Spa

Enter Sofitel SPA and prepare for a spectacular show. A huge Jacuzzi overlooks the pool through a giant glass wall overlooking the Nile. Discover ancient beauty rituals from the Secrets of Cleopatra to our Oriental Experience. Unwind & rejuvenate.

Meetings & Events

Number of Meeting Room: 15
Surface of the largest room: 525 m² / 5651.048 sq ft
Maximum seats capacity: 450
Maximum capacity for banquets: 280

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Weddings

Plan your perfect Cairo wedding at our romantic 5-star hotel by the Nile. Celebrate in style in one of our stunning function rooms or restaurants, and pose for classic Cairo wedding photos by the river. Our cousu main services ensure a flawless event.

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ALL Rating 4.7/5 1,187 reviews

Nandu G. Families - 8/2/2026 Confirmed reviews ALL

Dear Valued Guest, Bonjour Thank you for your kind words regarding your recent stay at our hotel. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed our prime location and the service provided by our Team. We truly appreciate your loyalty to Accor and for choosing Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah for your previous stay, as The Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah team as well as the hotel management will be looking forward to your next nearest stay to your "home away from home" in Cairo, to create memorable moments with us. Sincerely, Jasmin Sarah Arendt Guest Experience Manager Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah Egypt Tel: +20… Fax: +20… 3 El Thawra Council St. Zamalek PO Box 732 El Orman - Giza 11518 - Cairo – Egypt

Maged M. Couples - 8/1/2026 Confirmed reviews ALL

Dear Valued Guest, Bonjour Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed our prime location and had an outstanding experience during your anniversary celebration. It is gratifying to know that our team's professionalism and the delightful offerings at Le Sud and Kebabgy Restaurant contributed to your memorable stay. We look forward to welcoming you and your beloved wife back to many more amazing experiences at your "home away from home" in Cairo. Sincerely, Jasmin Sarah Arendt Guest Experience Manager Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah Egypt Tel: +20… Fax: +20… 3 El Thawra Council St. Zamalek PO Box 732 El Orman - Giza 11518 - Cairo – Egypt

Dina H. Families - 8/1/2026 Confirmed reviews ALL

Dear Valued Guest, Bonjour Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We are delighted to hear that you appreciated our prime location and that our duty managers, Mr. Samer and Mr. Karim, provided dedicated heartfelt service during your check-in. It is our priority to ensure that our guests feel welcomed and well taken care of. Your feedback is invaluable, and we hope to welcome you back on your next stay to Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah. Sincerely, Jasmin Sarah Arendt Guest Experience Manager Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah Egypt Tel: +20… Fax: +20… 3 El Thawra Council St. Zamalek PO Box 732 El Orman - Giza 11518 - Cairo – Egypt

Mohamed E. Families - 8/1/2026 Confirmed reviews ALL

Dear Valued Guest, Bonjour Thank you for your positive feedback regarding your recent stay. We are delighted to hear that you appreciated our prime location along the Nile, as well as our family-friendly atmosphere and excellent service. Your kind words inspire our team to continue providing memorable experiences. Looking forward to the pleasure of welcoming you back in the nearest future to your "home away from home" in Cairo. Sincerely, Jasmin Sarah Arendt Guest Experience Manager Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah Egypt Tel: +20… Fax: +20… 3 El Thawra Council St. Zamalek PO Box 732 El Orman - Giza 11518 - Cairo – Egypt

Saleh N. Friends - 7/28/2026 Confirmed reviews ALL

Dear Valued Guest, Bonjour Thank you for your feedback regarding your recent stay. We appreciate your comments on our location. We acknowledge your concerns about the elevator service and will take them into consideration as we continually strive to enhance our facilities. We always have the pleasure of welcoming you back to your "home away from home", as well as we truly appreciate your loyalty to Accor and for choosing Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah for your previous stay. Sincerely, Jasmin Sarah Arendt Guest Experience Manager Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah Egypt Tel: +20… Fax: +20… 3 El Thawra Council St. Zamalek PO Box 732 El Orman - Giza 11518 - Cairo – Egypt

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the hotel located and how can I get there?

Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah is located at 3 El Thawra Council St, Zamalek, on the quiet El Gezirah island. We are just a few steps from the upscale business district and minutes from the city center. Nearby transport and attractions include:

Opera Station - 1 min walk
Tahrir Square Station - 15 min walk
Gezirah Sporting Club - 23 min walk

On-site private indoor parking is available for an additional fee.

What types of rooms are available?

What services and amenities are available?

At Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah, we offer a range of luxury amenities to enhance your stay:

Free Wi-Fi and high-speed internet for an additional fee
Infinity pool, Sofitel Spa, and Sofitel Fitness
Six dining venues including Le Sud and Kebabgy - Oriental Grill
15 meeting rooms and a business center
Wheelchair accessibility and concierge services

On-site parking is available for an additional fee.

What dining options are available?

Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah offers diverse dining experiences:

Le Sud - International buffet and Mediterranean flavors
Kebabgy - Oriental Grill - Authentic barbecued meats
La Palmeraie Moroccan Restaurant - Traditional Moroccan specialties
Aqua Rooftop Lounge - International specialties
La Madeleine - Parisian-style pastries and snacks

Vegetarian and halal options are available across our venues.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in at Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah is from 03:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM. For more flexibility, many hotels offer the late check-out option, allowing you to enjoy your stay longer. Indeed, members of the ALL Accor loyalty program benefit from preferential conditions and late check-out. If you are not a member, you can also request a late check-out when booking online, upon arrival or directly at the front desk the day before or the day of departure. A late departure can sometimes be offered until 1-2 PM.

Are there any special offers or discounts available?

Yes, Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah regularly offers special deals and discounts, mainly accessible through our ALL Accor loyalty program. By becoming a free member, you benefit from preferential rates year-round, often 5% to 10% off. You can also take advantage of exclusive offers sometimes up to 30% or 40% off stays for certain periods. To maximize your savings, check the Deals section on all.accor.com, sign up for newsletters to receive the best offers by email, be flexible with your dates and book directly via the website or the ALL Accor app, to enjoy the best guaranteed rates and earn loyalty points.