Sofitel Cairo Nile El GezirahvsInterContinental Cairo Semiramis, an IHG Hotel
Both Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah and InterContinental Cairo Semiramis are praised by writers. On balance, Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah is the choice of most professionals compared to InterContinental Cairo Semiramis. Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah comes in at 84 with recommendations from 7 reviewers like Lonely Planet, Concierge and DK Eyewitness.
Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah
3 El Thawra Council St Zamalek, Cairo 11518, Egypt
From $68/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Concierge
"Renovated in 2007 in an elegant, minimalist style by the French luxury-hotel chain, this round tower at the southern end of Zamalek island offers panoramic views from its 433 rooms."
Fodor's
"Contemporary luxury and understated style are the watchwords for the public areas." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This is one of Cairo’s most stylish hotels. Public spaces look stunning and as the hotel is a cylindrical tower on the southern tip of the island of Gezira, all rooms have terrific Nile views."
Star Service
"Sitting on the southern tip of Gezira Island, the hotel has a commanding view of the broadest stretch of the Nile." Full review
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Baths have a tub or rain shower, adjustable magnifying mirrors, plush robes and slippers, L'Occitane toiletries, wall-mounted telephones and hair dryers are either in room or can be requested from reception.
Condé Nast Traveler
88.7
"This cylindrical tower, in the upscale Zamalek business district on El Gezirah Island, was built to ensure that all rooms have Nile views." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The four-pearl Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah has 433 contemporary rooms with views of the Nile, thanks to its setting on the southern edge of Gezira Island." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Tired from long travels? Rest up here in a sumptuous room with superb views, and let the staff look after you." Full review
InterContinental Cairo Semiramis, an IHG Hotel
Corniche El Nil, PO Box 60, Cairo 11511, Egypt
From $62/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Fodor's
"This modern high-rise was, for many years, the center of the city's hotel life." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This is possibly the bestlocated hotel in town – it is on the river, just south of Midan Tahrir."
Rough Guide
"Spacious, elegant rooms, plus a gym, a pool, the Haroun al-Rashid nightclub... and seven restaurants offering cuisine from around the world."
Star Service
"As one of the original Nile riverfront properties, the Semiramis is one of the city's grande dames." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
90.0
"Named for the Assyrian queen Semiramis, this "excellent high-rise" with hanging gardens is in "a great location" facing the Nile and near the Egyptian Museum and Cairo Opera House." Full review
Lonely Planet
"The elegant foyer at the Semiramis InterContinental is a popular Cairo meeting place, and its 1st-floor restaurants are among the best in the city." Full review