Perhaps one of the best locations in Cairo. However, this is a hotel room in Cairo, so beware of the noise, pollution, and odors. Good spot for single travelers on a budget, but not advised for comfort, luxury, or romantic stays. Read Julien's review for a more detailed description.

The staff is very friendly and the hotel is not bad, the room had views of the Nile and clean, there were two TVs but did not work any. The bed was comfortable. I recommend it.

Ahmed is an excellent host! He is readily available to answer any questions you may have and is quick at responding to messages. The hotel exceeded our expectations...the staff was extremely nice and polite, the hotel well maintained with beautiful decor and character. The room was surprisingly very spacious and well equipped. Our stay in Cairo was fantastic!

Everything worked perfectly, only the internet did not work anywhere in the room. Gladly again!!

I stayed here for 2 nights while briefly passing through on tourism, and, overall, I think this a good deal for Cairo. When I researched hotels in Cairo I found either very expensive brand-name establishments or sketchy-seeming budget places (and no medium-range places). I was also advised to stay in Zamalek. So this seemed like the perfect deal. The good: the price is good in light of the location, the front desk manager is great and knows perfect English, there's a good gym open until 9 pm on the 2nd floor. The neutral: this is actually a hotel room at the Oum Kalthoum. The bad: the room reeked of cigarettes (smoking indoors/everywhere, however, is a thing in Cairo), it was dirty (in the sense that it's an old/decaying building--but this is a reflection on the way things are in Cairo and not the hotel's neglect), the wifi does not work in the room (you have to go into the communal sofa area of your floor). If I could give 3.5 stars I would. But I gave 4 starts because nothing was dramatically "unexpected" about my stay--even if it had the flaws I mentioned above. Ahmed is responsive. Bottom line: if you're briefly traveling through Cairo and looking for solid value then this will work fine. But, if you're expecting a nice apartment or a typical-hotel-experience then throw down extra money for a fancy, brand name hotel. Cairo is not for the faint of heart.

booked a double room but were upgraded for no extra cost to a spacious apartment with a living room and a kitchen. The location is fantastic, and the apartment is surrounded with restaurants, cafes and bars. Would certainly book this listing again.

Great room, clean, spacious with everything you need. Ahmed is also helpful and called to make sure we are fine with the room. Highly recommend!

Good rapport between price and general quality. Ahmed was very fast with replies and info. Also the service by the hotel was always ready to my requests and i appreciated the kindness of the reception and the other workers. The position is good and with the taxi you can go easily everywhere. Only two notes: the bathroom was not clean as expected but i also understood that in Cairo there are different levels compared to the european countries. Another problem was to find the hotel. No evident signboard outside and i needed two taxi trips to find it. Anyway my recommendations to choose that place.

It's nice little hotel in a very good location. value for money. They granted us early check-in and late check-out which made our stay much more easier as our flight was late at night. Ahmad wasn't very responsive and helpful, reception desk people were very nice and friendly people but couldn't really help us with other than hotel related stuff, for instance we needed a guide to pyramids.

Location is amazing, service is great. Loved the place.

Very centrally located, good place to stay in Zamalek

The location is great with amazing Nile view. There is nice cafe and restaurant beside the building gate. The apartment is very nice with big size and Nile view. And no noise from other rooms.

Perfect location and very friendly staff

Great place.

I had a great stay in this apartment, it's actually better than the photos show. The views of the Nile and Cairo were incredible, you can even see the Pyramids from here, sunrise and sunset were beautiful to be honest! Megan is a great host. She's friendly, communication with her was smooth, and she gave me lots of advice and recommendations. The apartment was clean and comfortable and thankfully had good air conditioning which turned out to be very important as cairo is so hot. The location was great, I'd say Zamalek is the best place to stay in Egypt. Lots of restaurants, bars cafes etc within walking distance, whole area felt very safe. Would definitely fully recommend this place and will stay here again if I can.

Thank you both for making my stay awesome Finishing 7 weeks in Egypt by staying in Megan and Akram's apartment was the icing on the cake for a great holiday Akram called before I was to arrive to make sure I was okay with how to get to the apartment The welcome at the door of the apartment was warm, friendly and inviting, which was the atmosphere there until I left Everything that they posted about their apartment was true, the view, the location, the room .... The room when I opened the door was clean, cheerful with pleasing colours. The towels were roiled upon the bed like a hotel, there was a welcome tray with coffee, tea and more. The balcony off the room was fantastic, the view and the balconies ambiance, which made enjoy coming back each day All in all it was, as I said, fantastic in all ways and I would highly recommend their place to anyone Again thanks

I had a great time staying in Megan's flat in Zamalek. Other than the breathtaking view with access to the balcony (even my friends living in Cairo said the view was better than the one in the Cairo Tower), the room is air-conditioned, and the bed has soft sheets and a comfortable mattress. Megan was very hospitable and made me feel welcomed. She even gave me a list of recommendations to do around Zamalek and Cairo. Zamalek is also a perfect place to stay; it's a nice, quiet break from the busy-ness of Cairo while located in the middle of the city. It's nearby a bunch of cafes and restaurants as well as Brazil Street. I recommend staying in this flat, and I'll be sure to stay here again the next time I'm in Cairo.

Well, I would say this was the best place I could possibly chose to stay in Cairo. Location The flat is located in a very safe area, one can easily walk at night; with great restaurants - Egyptian and international cuisines -, many of them along the Nile, just perfect for a romantic dinner; with many bars and nice scene clubs where I could experience a very progressive youth who definitely understand how to party. I had many pleasant acquaintanceships. The flat is in the 33rd floor and offers an unbelievably beautiful view, particularly during the sunrise and sunset. And, one can literally order everything to be delivered home - food, drinks, incl. alcohol, and even a headache pill. (SENSITIVE CONTENTS HIDDEN) The hosts and their flatmate are great young entrepreneurs. Very positive, English speaking, always there to help and to offer a greater chat, so that one can get a better understanding of how people live in Cairo, what they value in their daily life, etc. These guys are definitely an additional bonus to the great flat :) To sum up, the place is perfect for those who want to enjoy the unique view over the Nile & Cairo, to hangout with locals, to enjoy great local food and to get lost in Cairo's party night life. Enjoy)

Samah deserves her reputation from other customers as a super host. She helped me move from my other apartment (also hers) and was always available if I had a problem (I didn't). The apartment is spacious and quiet and everything works the way it should. I would gladly stay with her again and recommend others to do so. You won't be disappointed.

Very tidy, comfortable, plenty of space and fantastic location. Was a great base for my visit to Cairo!

Super cute place with a London theme! You can walk everywhere around Zamalek from here.

zamarek is up market area in cairo. plenty of restaurants open till early hours. all prices and palates catered for - italian, french, japanese, egyptian. roomy apartment with air conditioning. egyptian museum easily walkable. nile cruises nearby.

Samah is an amazing host , the place is amazing, great location and a vital area, also calm . Samah welcomed us , and left us some snacks and a bottle of egyptian wine. I highly recommend this apartment

This is my second time staying in one of Samahs flats on Cairo. She truly has exquisite taste and does everything she can to make sure your stay is comfortable and satisfying. This apartment specifically is a gem in the middle of zamalak. It's clean, cozy, and artistic. Everything is absolutely amazing. I will definitely be staying here again!!

My stay was wonderful at this charming apartment. It is so central to everything in Cairo. The host is amazing. We bonded like old friends. I plan on staying there again next time I'm in Cairo Thank you Samah

Samah's place is everything you could ask for. It is in an excellent, central location with tons of shops and restaurants close by. Zamalek was the perfect neighbourhood to stay in. Samah was an extremely kind and helpful host. The place is clean and has everything you need. I would highly recommend staying at Samah's.

I absolutely loved my stay at Abdel's. He was super flexible with my very very odd itinerary and extremely helpful since I flew in to Cairo by myself. The place was just as described and it actually very cool and neat studio, has high speed wifi and super big and powerful AC which is so important in Cairo haha bathroom and kitchens are new and clean and nice. Honestly could not say enough about it - great host all together

Abdel Aziz's place is very well located in Zamalek and not too difficult to get to. It's amazingly clean and very comfortable – me and my friend had the best night of sleep that week. He's very accommodating and keeps in touch – we felt instantly comfortable around him. He also let us keep our suitcases in his house for a few days while we travelled around Egypt, so that was an added bonus! Would highly recommend.

The apartment is centrally located in Zamalek, which helps you commute to either side of the city. The area is very secure (some consulates, security in the area) This room is one of three in the apartment, the other two being bigger and slightly higher priced. But this one is just as nice, very clean, spacious, nicely renovated (recently) & equipped.. and with a balcony overlooking the street. My stay was enjoyable and comfortable. There's a kitchen (complimentary breakfast items etc), shared living room, one shared bathroom with the other two rooms (although if other rooms we vacant, you have it to yourself). The only thing to be aware is: In the morning when the traffic on the street starts, it can get a little noisy if you're a late riser. For commute, Careem car was convenient and easily available...(Captains call for pick up coordination sometimes- if you don't know Arabic, anyone in the street helps easily)

Yasser is the perfect host, in any respect: reliability, friendliness, helpfullness. His apartment is just beautiful - to the smallest detail. He really appreciates beuty in details and I am sure it will make a visit here wonderful for everybody. I really can recommend his apartment to world travellers, its in a very good area, stily, full of cool restaurants and meeting spots; but most of all: Yasser makes you feel welcome and helps with literally everything. THANK YOU again. Will certainly be back: Cairo was absolutetely fantastic. Everybody so kind, open hearted and positive.

I highly recommend Yasser's place for anyone coming to Cairo. It is spotlessly clean and tastefully decorated, with everything in great working order, including kitchen appliances, wireless and air-conditioning. The apartment has a great location in Zamalek, close to shops and restaurants but in a calmer and greener area than you will find anywhere else downtown. And Yasser was a great host, responding almost immediately to any queries and requests, gracious and polite. I hope to stay here again on future trips!

Yasser's place is an oasis of calm in the chaos of Cairo! The photos don't do it justice. Everything is very nice and the flat has everything you'll need for your stay. It's in a great location in Zamalek with lot's of great cafes and restaurants nearby. Yasser is a fantastic host and I would definitely stay here again!!

Yasser is such a nice and helpful guy, the place deserves 5 stars or even more. it is clean, modern, and in the center of Zamalak, I have definitely enjoyed the time I spent there. High recommend for you guys

Great

Beautiful place. Very sunny.

Yasser is an excellent host and his apartment is very comfortable and pleasant to stay in. It has A/C in the living area and in the bedroom. Even though for most of my stay the temperature was in the low 40s, the A/C made the apartment very comfortable. Furnishing is IKEA minimalist thus giving a light, airy feel to the apartment. This is emphasized by the floor to ceiling windows looking out on a large deck and windows and doors to the other two decks. Yasser is an architect and it shows in his personal design touches. If, like me, you like to prepare your own meals, then this place is for you. The kitchen is a good size with a gas stove (love gas!) with a large fridge, and a good amount of counter space. For shopping go to Sunny Market (about a 15 minute walk). Alfa market is about 5 minutes away and Metro even closer, but it is definitely down-market and the service is lousy. 26th of July has a wide variety of shops, cafes, restaurants etc. either right on the street or along a side street. I have no hesitation in recommending Yasser and his apartment and intend to stay there myself next time I am in Cairo.

Amazing location. Would be perfect for 2 adults or a small family. The pullout couch is a bit small, so that might be best for a child. The studio is well-outfitted and Samah is lovely and so helpful. She kept checking in while we were there and asking if we needed any recommendations on where to eat, etc. It was so nice! Only small issue is that the shower can be a bit messy and the bathmat was always wet as a result, but other than that, everything was great. As other reviewers have noted, the entrance and building itself are a bit dilapidated, but everyone who lives/works there was friendly and as three women we didn't feel unsafe. There is a tailor down the hall who fixed a tear in one of my garments in like 5 minutes and wouldn't take any money for it. He and his seamstress were so nice and he even insisted on ironing the item perfectly. Such a luxury when traveling! ;)

Lovely oasis in the middle of one of Cairo's nicest neighborhoods. The studio apartment is perfect for long or short stays, with a comfy bed, well-functioning AC (a must for most months in Cairo), and fast wifi. Samah was always available via (SENSITIVE CONTENTS HIDDEN) throughout my 10-day stay, and she was incredibly helpful and flexible. She even provided some water and snacks upon my late-night arrival, which was most appreciated after hours of travel! Highly recommend this space, and thank you Samah!

Clean, comfortable, well-appointed studio flat, exactly like it appeared in the photos! The location can't be beat -- it's right in the heart of Zamalek, an easy walk to any number of riverside cafes, restaurants, and other attractions. Samah was a fantastic host, great with communication and making sure my questions were answered -- and I really appreciated that she stocked the flat with coffee, snacks, and a few other essentials :) Two minor negatives, which can be encountered in almost any large city: (1) there's some street noise, so bring earplugs if you're a light sleeper, and (2) as other reviews mentioned, the exterior and corridors of the building are fairly run-down (in contrast to the lovely apartment). Didn't bother me, but worth mentioning in case you're sensitive to this kind of thing. Overall, I'd happily stay there again!

This was my second time staying with Samah, and to show the kind of host she is, here's a story. When I first stayed there in January, my sleeping cap fell behind the bed and I forgot about it and left. I didn't say anything to Samah when I realized it was gone, but when I met her this time, in August, she told me that I left my cap and handed it backed to me, washed. Thats how thoroughly she has the apartment cleaned. She literally would have had to move the bed to find it, which she must have done, and since she knew it was mine she must have done it the day I left. The location is the best in the city, in a quiet area. The building is not finished, and there are shops rather than other apartments around the building, but I like that more because there is no snoopy doorman (I feel like they are always watching everything everyone does). Samah is one of only a few hosts that are reliable in Cairo for AirBNB, and one of my favorite hosts worldwide. IF you ever have an issue, she is on top of it immediately and will stop whatever she is doing to fix it. I will definitely look for her place when I return to Cairo (and she has a new 2 bedroom in another awesome part of the city as well, for bigger groups)!

Samah was a great host - when I suddenly arrived almost two hours earlier than expected Samah was quickly there to check me in. The place is easy enough to find and everything exactly as advertised. AC worked well, internet is very fast and the neighborhood is quite lively and full of shops / food / amazing cakes and cookies at the bakery next door. The apartment is on the third level of a 60s or 70s shopping arcade which is still full of offices and shops. My only comment about this arcade is that you have to walk through a lot of dirt and trash / cats and their leavings, etc to get to the apartment. Just curious why the owner(s) of the arcade don't clean it? If you have a tolerance for some dirt and disorder in the hallways you will be fine. (Cairo is not Geneva.) I do, and it did not affect my stay at all. Zamalek is a great location to be in Cairo - lots of taxis passing by and walkable to the river and central Cairo main sights.

Samah was very nice, and my experience was ok at this flat. However, the building's interior is littered with trash, bits of uneaten food, and cat feces. Ismael Mohammed Street is convenient, but it is extremely noisy at night, and since the room faces the street, if you're a light sleeper, you may need earplugs. When I was there, the internet was down, and I couldn't get hold of Samah. The apartment itself is fine. it was the building trash and the noise that made the stay unpleasant for me. But these may not be important issues for you.

Samah is such a kind soul, to start off. I loved every bit of this cosy apartment! At first glance, it seems like a run down building with university students everywhere. Once Samah (the host) showed me in to the apartment, it looked exactly like the photos. I couldn't really complain to be honest, great wifi at my disposal whenever I wanted to do a bit of work, tea and coffee along with other snacks and bottle of wine!! Will definitely choose this place for whenever I'm in zamalek next :)

This is my second time staying here. Samah is extraordinarily helpful (anyone who stays at a hotel will not get this kind of assistance). The location is great, the apartment was ideal for my needs (I stayed here 12 days). In short, stay here!

Great view over cairo and nice central location. There is a nice shisha bar at the entrance. Not very personal - more a Hotel than an apparent.

Ahmed's place was very clean and exceptionally well located with a beautiful view of the Nile and of its golden sunsets every night. The Internet was strong and consistent and the service at the hotel was pleasant and attentive. I'd highly recommend staying at his place.

I was pleased in my stay . The management and the honesty was great .

I recommend the place. Located in the upper-class area of central Cairo, this hotel is close to many good restaurants, museums, entertaining places, and offer a fair price and services. Some rooms are under renovation, which was necessary. Staff were available and professional.

I stayed in a marvellous hotel suite, or serviced apartment, in the Om Kolthoon hotel on the 16th floor, consisting of a huge bedroom with view of the Nile, a combined kitchenette/TV area, and a humongous surrounding balcony. Furnished with sofas, armchairs, and a thick carpet the rooms were comfy although they will eventually need some upgrade over time. The ageing charm actually added to the appeal. The TV offered hundreds of channels, some international. Usage of the top notch fitness club of the hotel was also included in the price. To mention a few drawbacks; the suite was only dimly lit, water pressure in the shower was low, and the curtains lacked attention. However, the suite offers unbeatable value for money compared with what is on offer in surrounding areas. The Zamalek area is an excellent choice to stay in Cairo. I really enjoyed my stay and would warmly recommend Ahmed's place.

I never saw Ahmed just been in contact via sms 3 times before my arrival. For benefits, they were consistent with the site description, and correct with a good price / quality ratio, and an ideal location. The staff was pleasant, available, and helpful. I therefore recommend but suggested Ahmed to ensure at least that all is well after the finish.

Nice place on the nile island of Zamalek. The apartments ard part of the Om Kolthoom Hotel. Standard and equipment is ok. Had some issues with the air condition in the first apartment, but Ahmed helped us very quickly to move in another apartment. In general, the communication with Ahmed was quick and easy. We had a good time.

Excellent Nile view from the balcony. The flat is a serviced apartment in Om Kolthoom Hotel, in Zamalek. Plenty of restaurants, bars, supermarkets and handcraft shops in the surroundings

It was great to stay in Martine's bed and breakfast. The room had everything one needs (bed, table, AC, fan,...) and breakfast was served every morning. The house is located in a calm neighborhood but is, nevertheless, close to restaurants, shops and the city center. It's the perfect the place to explore the city during the day while enjoying a quiet area in the evening.

Well located clean flat. Friendly host.

Martine is incredibly generous, you will feel "at home". You will enjoy the true spirit "B & B" with many good advice and spontaneous discussions about this beautiful country. In addition, the apartment is conveniently located in the heart of Cairo city, while enjoying a peaceful area needed after a day of sightseeing in the largest city in Africa. Do not hesitate to choose a room at Martine, forget some past mishaps, spend a moment of true life at his side. Arnaud

Martine is a great host, warm, with which the breakfast was a real pleasure! The apartment is spacious, we had a set of keys and could "make our lives". The situation is calm in Cairo! There is a balcony, the rooms are spacious and bright. We loved staying at Martine !!!

Martine is a very friendly host, also flexible. Plus she kept my forgotten kindle safe until I came back. The place is well located and still quiet. I'll go back there next time I visit Cairo. Thank you Martine

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The room is big and the bed is comfortable. The apartment is really central and the area is really nice ! Karim and Ash are friendly guys, they give us some suggestion and help us ( expecially with some non-english speaker).

ash, thanks for everything! i had an amazing time in cairo and you were one of the biggest reason for this. perfect host with a very welcoming flat.

We had a fantastic time with Ash and his friends. To getting known to them made our whole 3 week stay in Egypt a very special one. The flat is in a very nice part of the city, you'll find every thing around you need. We especially enjoyed the big sunny lodga. Thank you so much for everything, I'm sure we'll meet again. : )

Perfect stay. As described. Very central in Zamalek a very quiet place in crazy Cairo. Ash is a very good host. He takes care of you. Easy to communicate with. And has a lot to share with you about his city. Had all the privacy I needed. Very good food store nearby. Lots of restaurant and café nearby too. AC works perfectly! Thanks again!

The apartment is in a great neighborhood surrounded by restaurants, shops and everything you need. Ash is lovely and gives you a hand with everything. Initially only planned to stay a week but in the end the good atmosphere that I'd just got remaining two months! Strongly recommended!

Totally recommended!! We didn't have the pleasure to meet Ash in person but he was very nice and helpulf, he explained us everything we needed to know before we arrive. Karim, the housemate and our host during our stay, is a really nice guy, flexible and easy going. He help us with everything we needed, show us around, invite us to go out with his friends and made our stay really pleasent, the best host you can have! We were so confortable that we ended up staying longer than planned and becoming friends with Karim. The room and the house are big and clean, with a terrace to enjoy the sun and have a nice morning tea. It's located in a really nice area with bars, restaurants and supermarkets at walking distance. 100% recomendded!

Nice place, nice host, nice area. I would definitely come back.

I had a fantastic time together with Ash and his friends. I can absolutely recommend to stay at his place. He is such a kind and funny guy. Thank you for the great time!