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Windsor Hotel Cairo

3.0 of 5
19 Alfi Bey Street, Cairo, Egypt
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Ranked #26 of 123 hotels in Cairo
4.0 of 5 stars 335 Reviews
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What travelers say about this hotel
  • Tour guide(14)
  • Egyptian museum(14)
  • Very good(8)
  • Barrel bar(8)
  • Samir Fayek(7)
  • Friendly and helpful(7)
  • Rooms are clean(7)
  • Front desk staff(7)
  • HOT WATER(7)
  • British Officer club(6)
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harpercl
Muscat, Oman
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 17, 2012

I stayed here for five nights in September 2010 (back before the protests started). I was a single woman on my own, and I had a lovely experience. The staff were friendly (willing to help me practice my very limited Arabic), the owner helpful, and the price was right. The rooms were a little worn-down, but nothing I hadn't expected... More

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MinickRushton
Atlanta, Georgia
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 9, 2012

The Windsor was indeed a unique experience. Every hotel says the customer's satisfaction is their main goal, but this is the first hotel to convince me they meant it! You can trust them completely for advice on how to get around Cairo and to make arrangements for your sightseeing and transfers. We had the good fortune of meeting the owner,... More

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Harriet P
Bristol, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 3, 2012

We arranged our family adventure through Samir Fayek at the Windsor Hotel in Cairo. Although we felt no presure to stay at the Windsor it seemed logical and turned out to be a great decision. The hotel is wonderful, full of character, we were welcomed by everyone and treated with such kindness and warmth, whether it was by Adel who... More

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lizzie p
ealing
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 29, 2011

This place is just great as it is. The years of history give it such an atmosphere, what a huge relief that its not all feature wall and mod cons like so many hotels. The staff are also friendly and individual. Its central position made it easy for us to walk to most of the sights and Cairo is an... More

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Jonah J
Tacoma, Washington, United States
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 22, 2011

Where do I even begin with this review? I flew into Cairo at the beginning of November to experience the historical wonders of this great land, against the backdrop of history that is occurring right now. And it was the best decision that I've made in a while. Staying at the Windsor was the best part of that decision. From... More

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Michael E
New York City, New York
1 review
1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 12, 2011
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If you're planning on venturing to Cairo and your greatest fear is staying amongst posh first-world comfort, then the Windsor Hotel is you paradise. There's nothing swanky or corporate about this place–it's weathered, gritty and real. My mother and I stayed here for 5 nights, and the Windsor stuck the perfect balance of thrilling (me) and culture-shocking (her). After one... More

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PROFSHANKS
TORONTO,ONTARIO,CANADA
Senior Reviewer
10 reviews
4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 23, 2011
2
people found this review helpful

I landed in the night and they stayed up to serve me dinner. Very decent. I also wanted to hire a Mr Samir who is a thorough gentleman. Since it was night when I landed and I wanted forex only at a bank he extende meEGP300 which when I did get my US dollars I paid him back a few... More

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paddy221666
Toronto
Senior Contributor
26 reviews
32 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed November 18, 2011
1
person found this review helpful

Forget want this place used to be. If it's a hotel and a good sleep you need than maybe this is not the place to be. It's hard to get the notion that it's not all that clean and I bet there's nowhere you can avoid the terrible din from the streets below. Not a bad spot if you want... More

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lancashirelass055
Reading, United Kingdom
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4 reviews
3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 8, 2011

OK. The beds were hard, the air conditioning noisy, the decor a little rough around the edges, the plumbing ancient and the traffic din constant, and Health and Safety would have a field day with the lift. However, where this hotel shines is its sheer character and atmosphere. Formerly an officers' club, this hotel oozes charm and is packed with... More

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panda88
city
Top Contributor
100 reviews
43 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 25, 2011
2
people found this review helpful

Despite the bad press about turmoil in Egypt, our visit overall was a safe one, and avoiding the massive tourist crowds. Selecting to come to this hotel for it's unique charm and character of yesteryear it does have. We prearrange with the hotel to have a driver pickup at the airport for USD 7 per person. Our flight was delayed... More

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