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Note that we only include links to book properties and services that we have personally visited (usually dozens of times). The top ones in each category are our top recommended properties, but we include links to book at other properties as well for those who may prefer those for various reasons.
Hotels in Cairo
Cairo Sheraton – Newly renovated and reopened, our new #1 choice for where to stay, dine, and play in Cairo!! Check out our full review of this property here and click here to book through our referral link.
Steigenberger Tahrir Square – A solid upscale option located in the #1 spot in all of Cairo right on Tahrir Square and literally across the street from the Egyptian Museum. Check out our full review of this property here and Click here to book through our referral link.
The Fairmont – This is a nice upscale option in central Cairo that you can usually find at a reasonable price. Click here to book through our referral link.
Four Seasons First Residence – This is an ultra-upscale property located close to central Cairo in the Giza neighborhood but on the banks of the Nile, so still very close to downtown. The hotel also has a a casino and a nice modern mall attached to it. Click here to book through our referral link.
Four Seasons Nile Plaza – This is one of the newest and ritziest properties in central Cairo. It also has very elegant upscale mall attached to it. Click here to book through our referral link.
Cairo Marriott – This place is a favorite because it’s built within and around an old royal palace. It also feels secluded while being right in the heart of Cairo on Gezira (aka Zamalek) Island in the Nile. Click here to book through our referral link.
Semiramis InterContinental – This is the most centrally located hotel in all of Cairo, with plenty of capacity and lots of diverse dining and entertainment options on site. Click here to book through our referral link.
Hotels in Giza (by the Pyramids)
Steigenberger Pyramids Hotel – This is an upscale modern property out by the Pyramids with great views of the Pyramids from the south-facing rooms and the pool. Click here to book through our referral link.
Marriott Mena House – This is an older but elegant property right beside the Pyramids that has the best views of the Pyramids from the south-facing rooms and from the restaurant and gardens. Click here to book through our referral link.
Hotels in Luxor
Hilton Luxor Resort – Another solid enclosed resort option located just north of downtown Luxor. Also located along the banks of the Nile with great views out over the western side. Check out our full review of this property here and click here to book through our referral link.
Steigenburger Nile Palace – A great enclosed resort choice located just south of downtown Luxor. Located right on the eastern bank of the Nile with beautiful views (especially sunset views) overlooking the western banked and out into the desert. Click here to book through our referral link.
Sofitel Winter Palace – This is the most centrally located hotel in Luxor and the one with the most historic ambiance. It’s a little dated and worn around the edges, but you truly feel like you’re staying among archaeologists and aristocrats of yesteryear here. Click here to book through our referral link.
Hotels in Aswan
Movenpick Resort – This is a solid resort property located on Elephantine in the Nile and accessible by a hotel-provided ferry. Click here to book through our referral link.
Sofitel Legend Old Cataract – A pricier but quite luxurious resort option in the heart of Aswan. Located on the eastern bank right on the Nile with views of Elephantine Island. Click here to book through our referral link.
Hotels in El Gouna
Sheraton Miramar – A beautiful resort property on the Red Sea with colorful Nubian-style villas and architecture, white sand beaches, and turquoise blue water. Click here to book through our referral link.