Sofitel Cairo Nile El GezirahvsFlamenco Hotel Cairo
Both properties are rated very highly by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah ranks significantly better than Golden Tulip Flamenco. Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah is ranked #5 in Cairo with approval from 7 sources including Concierge, Condé Nast Traveler and Fodor's.
Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah
Concierge
Fodor's
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Condé Nast Traveler
Oyster
Tablet
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide Fodor's
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
Tablet18.2
"Sofitel has a way of making their high-gloss Parisian style look and feel at home nearly anywhere, and certainly this applies to Cairo. That’s not to say that it’s lacking a sense of..." 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
Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand
"Sofitel has a way of making their high-gloss Parisian style look and feel at home nearly anywhere, and certainly this applies to Cairo. That’s not to say that it’s lacking a sense of..." Full review
Fodor's "The circular tower of this hotel—on the southern tip of Gezira Island and surrounded by parks and residential districts—has been part the Cairo skyline for well over three decades...." Full review
Flamenco Hotel Cairo DK Eyewitness Fodor's Lonely Planet
2 El Gazira el Wosta Street, Zamalek, Cairo, Egypt
From $40/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
DK Eyewitness "The Flamenco is a well-maintained business hotel in a fashionable area full of cafés and restaurants."
Fodor's "Cairo has very few hotels that bridge the gap between the luxury properties and the more basic budget options, but this one... makes a good attempt." Full review
Lonely Planet "This popular place is a reasonable alternative to five-star heavyweights. Rooms are comfortable and well equipped, if slightly cramped in standard configuration." Full review
