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Sofitel Cairo Nile El GezirahvsPension Roma Cairo
Both properties are highly recommended by professional reviewers. Overall, Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah scores slightly higher than Pension Roma. Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah comes in at #5 in Cairo with accolades from 7 publications like Condé Nast Traveler, Concierge and DK Eyewitness.
Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah
Concierge
Fodor's
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Condé Nast Traveler
Oyster
Lonely Planet
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 Traveler88.7
"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
OysterUpscale
"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
Pension Roma Cairo Fodor's DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide Lonely Planet
169 Muhammad Farid, Cairo, Egypt
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Air Conditioning
- Breakfast included
Fodor's "Hidden away above the Gattegno department store, this small, shoestring-budget pension is adored by students and backpackers." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Usually booked solid, the Roma has an oldworld elegance and is well maintained. Rooms vary and some are enormous, but few have air conditioning."
Rough Guide Star
"The stylish 1940s ambience of this charming little pension, immaculately maintained by Madame Cressaty, is highly recommended and it’s wise to book in advance."
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Run by a French-Egyptian woman with impeccable standards, the Roma brings dignity, even elegance, to the budget-travel scene." Full review
