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Waldorf Astoria CairovsMarriott Mena House, Cairo

Both Heliopolis Towers Hotel and Marriott Mena House, Cairo are endorsed by travel writers. On balance, Marriott Mena House, Cairo scores significantly higher than Heliopolis Towers Hotel. Marriott Mena House, Cairo scores 85 with accolades from 7 publications such as Fodor's, Oyster and Lonely Planet.

Waldorf Astoria Cairo
7/10
El Shaheed Sayed Zakaria Street, Horreya, Heliopolis, Cairo 2480, Egypt
From $162/night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
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Star Service Star Service
"In the heart of Heliopolis (the city's diplomatic neighborhood), this sleek hotel has a glass lobby curved in the shape of the eye of the Pharaonic god Horus." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Cairo's most architecturally stunning hotel, the six-story building is designed to mimic the eye of Horus." Full review
Marriott Mena House, Cairo
8/10
6 Haram St., El Haram, Giza, Egypt
From $128/night
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  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"While the hotel does not make a smart base for exploring Cairo, it is a splendid oasis—one with unparalleled, pinch-yourself views of one of the great wonders of the world." Full review
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Set in lush grounds by the Giza Pyramids, and with views of them from the pricier rooms, this one-time khedival hunting lodge witnessed Roosevelt and Churchill initiate the D-Day plan."
Star Service Star Service
"The Mena House is a true oasis from the hustle and bustle of Cairo." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
81.5
"It goes without saying the upgrade to rooms with a pyramid view is worth it." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"A luxury, historic Egyptian property, with views of the ancient pyramids, tropical gardens, 24-hour laundry service, limousine service, a heated outdoor pool, a spa and gym, golf course." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"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." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"The setting in the arches-and-romance splendor of the Mena House could hardly be more sublime, and Indian musicians create a seductive aural backdrop. Try luscious, yogurt-marinated tandoori." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Built in 1869 as Khedive Ismail’s hunting lodge, Mena House dazzles with intricate gold decoration and air that perpetually smells of jasmine." Full review
Independent Independent
"Even if you don’t end up staying at the Marriott Mena House, it’s worth a visit to savour the breathtaking scenery while dining at the hotel’s restaurant. "

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