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Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah Hotel

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Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah

5.0 of 5
3 El Thawra Council St Zamalek, Cairo 11518, Egypt
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Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah
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4.5 of 5 stars 591 Reviews
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Beirut, Lebanon
2 reviews
“Egypt Trip”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

I loved this hotel, excellent location and wonderful views, I was upgraded to a better room without asking, and I was escorted to my room by a very professional and smiling employee. One negative thing is room service, the trash can in the room was not emptied for 2 nights, and the mug and spoon I drunk my tea with... More

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preston
Top Contributor
65 reviews 65 reviews
52 hotel reviews
Reviews in 38 cities Reviews in 38 cities
75 helpful votes 75 helpful votes
“Absolutely Wonderful!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013 NEW

Stayed here for 3 nights with hubby, big sis and best mate as part of a Thomson's Nile Cruise/stay. On first impressions, it looked fantastic, but it got even better How many people can say they had a lady playing the cello whilst they ate brekkie? Because here, that's what you get. And as for the breakfast, there is enormous... More

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Sofitel_Quality, Manager at Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah, responded to this review
May 17, 2013

Dear Valued Guest, We are delighted that your stay at Sofitel Cairo-El Gezirah was an enjoyable one. Thank you for sharing your experience in Cairo and for the feedback on your recent stay with us. We are continuously striving to meet, exceed our guests’ expectations and your feedback will be very motivational to continue with our efforts. We look forward... More

Norddeutschland
Top Contributor
384 reviews 384 reviews
99 hotel reviews
Reviews in 146 cities Reviews in 146 cities
314 helpful votes 314 helpful votes
“Extremely nice location but too many glitches and one serious fault”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013 NEW

Location: Wonderful, just in the middle of Cairo (you could walk to the egyptian museum) directly located at the nile and so far away from any major road (actually in something like a sports park) you hardly hear any traffic noises. There can hardly be a more quieter place in Cairo. Just 20-40 minutes from the airport and about 1... More

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Sofitel_Quality, Manager at Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah, responded to this review
May 17, 2013

Bonjour! First of all thank you for your nice comment! The whole Sofitel Cairo- El Gezirah team as well as the hotel management will be looking forward to your next visit. We are delighted that you have enjoyed your stay with us. We take our customer feedback of utmost importance and would like to assure you that we continue to... More

yorkshire
Senior Contributor
32 reviews 32 reviews
22 hotel reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
“Tranquil Calm contrasts with Cairo's Chaos”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013 NEW

Sofital rises 27 stories on the banks of the Nile. Our 25th floor room gave breathtaking views of the surrounding city but standing outside on the small balcony was a vertiginous experience! Everything was in place for a 5 star hotel, impeccibly trained staff, wonderful public rooms including a library although the smoking therein will seem strange to Western Europeans.... More

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Sofitel_Quality, Manager at Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah, responded to this review
May 17, 2013

Dear Our Valued Guest, I would like to thank you most sincerely for sharing your thoughts of Sofitel Cairo- El Gezirah with others guests’ on the tripadvisor. Your feedback will be influential in improving your experience on your next stay. We are glad to hear you fully enjoyed the experience and Cairo. It is always a great pleasure to receive... More

Bolu, Turkey
2 reviews
“Fabolouse Location”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

El-Gezirah means island in Arabic. And the hotel is on an island in a river(The nile river) !!! All of the rooms have a perfect viewing thanks to the rounded structure of the hotel and to the location that gives a huge breath without any high buildings near by. The hotel has a wide garden at water level and there... More

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Sofitel_Quality, Manager at Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah, responded to this review
May 9, 2013

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for choosing Sofitel Cairo-El Gezirah for your recent visit to Cairo. I would like to sincerely thank you for sharing with us your feedback and letting us know about your recent visit. To receive such praise from our guest is very gratifying and knowing that you enjoyed so much the facilities, view and service is... More

Contributor
12 reviews 12 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“A great hotel”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2013 via mobile

We have enjoyed our stay here. Staff have been most helpful. Make you feel very welcome. Pool and spa area lovely. Amazing views of Nile for rooms and restaurants. Buffet breakfast fantastic.Party boats are noisy it do add a certain entertainment to your stay. Totally recommend this as a lovely, safe oasis. We have felt totally safe here.

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Sofitel_Quality, Manager at Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah, responded to this review
April 23, 2013

Dear Valued Guest, I would like to thank you most sincerely for taking the time to write to us. It is always a great pleasure to receive such compliments, as it truly serves as a motivational factor in striving to achieve excellence. We all look forward to be of service to you once again at Sofitel Cairo-El Gezirah. Sincerely yours,... More

Washington DC, District of Columbia
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Lovely oasis in Cairo”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 20, 2013

Beautiful hotel, well-run with generally attentive staff. My only complaint was that the loud music from the boats on the Nile often continued until 2am or later. Obviously, this is not the fault of the hotel. Excellent breakfast, very nice gym/steam/pool facilities. It's also a very short and pleasant walk, maybe 15 minutes, to Tahrir Square and the Egyptian Museum.... More

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Sofitel_Quality, Manager at Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah, responded to this review
April 21, 2013

Dear Valued Guest, It was our pleasure having the chance to have you with us. We are glad to hear you fully enjoyed your experience at the hotel. It is always a great pleasure to receive such compliments, as it truly serves as a motivational factor in striving to achieve excellence. We all look forward to be of service to... More

Beirut, Lebanon
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“I love this place”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2013

Cairo is overwhelming and exhausting at times. This hotel is an oasis of calm. I have spent a lot of time in a lot of places in Cairo. Sofitel is the only place I choose to stay these days. Breakfast on the terrace next to the Nile is a great way to start the day. The staff are very friendly... More

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Sofitel_Quality, Manager at Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah, responded to this review
April 21, 2013

Dear Our Valued Guest, I would like to thank you most sincerely for sharing your thoughts of Sofitel Cairo- El Gezirah with others guests’ on the tripadvisor. Your feedback will be influential in improving your experience on your next stay. We are glad to hear you fully enjoyed the experience and Cairo. It is always a great pleasure to receive... More

Sana'a, Yemen
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“A AM”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 15, 2013

Truly pleasant experience… I would definitely like to be in that hotel again. The friendly atmosphere, in addition to the exceptional Nile view, makes Cairo Sofitel a preferred choice for business or leisure!

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Sofitel_Quality, Manager at Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah, responded to this review
April 17, 2013

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for choosing Sofitel Cairo-El Gezirah for your recent visit to Cairo. I would like to sincerely thank you for sharing with us your feedback and letting us know about your recent visit. To receive such praise from our guest is very gratifying and knowing that you enjoyed so much the facilities, view and service is... More

London, United Kingdom
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Very pleased overall, only a couple of niggles”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 5, 2013 via mobile

My 7 year old daughter and I stayed here in April 2013 as our base for exploring Cairo. I've stayed in several luxury hotels around the world, and the Sofitel el Gezirah is just as one would expect from such an establishment. The hotel is clean, very well maintained. There are plenty of well-groomed external areas to enjoy food and... More

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Sofitel_Quality, Manager at Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah, responded to this review
April 6, 2013

Dear Valued Guest, It was our pleasure having the chance to have you with us. We are glad to hear you fully enjoyed your experience at the hotel. It is always a great pleasure to receive such compliments, as it truly serves as a motivational factor in striving to achieve excellence. Rest assured that your comments about the smoking in... More

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What travelers say

  • “Buddha bar” (17)
  • “Nile river” (14)
  • “Very good” (14)
  • “Club lounge” (13)
  • “Breakfast buffet” (10)
  • “Very nice” (9)
  • “Pool area” (8)
  • “Great view” (7)
  • “Friendly staff” (5)
  • “Infinity pool” (5)

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Additional Information about Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah

Address: 3 El Thawra Council St Zamalek, Cairo 11518, Egypt
Region: Egypt > Cairo Governorate > Cairo
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Center Fitness Center Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#4 Romantic Hotels in Cairo
#4 Luxury Hotels in Cairo
#7 Business Hotels in Cairo
#8 Family Hotels in Cairo
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:5 star (5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Fully refurbished in 2007, the contemporary interior design combines exquisite style and elegant refinement with the convenience of several restaurants, bars, spa, casino, 850m2 of conference/meeting facilities and all the latest amenities - the unique French flair and personalized service add a special touch of luxury. ... more   less 
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