Homestays in Cairo Governorate, Egypt

We stayed 5 nights. Hotel located near the ministries and national assembly. Good breakfast. Bedding Ok. Wifi Ok. Disadvantages: dogs nearby that bark at night and a noisy street.

This is a place where you can relax in an East Asian atmosphere while in Egypt. The owner responds well when you contact him, and the room was clean, cute, and spacious. You can use the washing machine for free, which was perfect for organizing your luggage before leaving the country. Room service offers Chinese food, and the taste reminded me of home, which was a relief. Early morning check-out was also no problem, and it's a place I'd like to stay at again.

Living is very comfortable! The environment is very clean and hygienic! The boss is very good! Have the opportunity to come to Egypt and live here. You can also eat Chinese food! Great

N times better than I thought. The house is big. In the new Egyptian villa area, within3KM from the large shopping mall. The boss is Chinese. It is convenient to communicate. I also sent me a carton packaged gift to return home. I will stay here next time! The bath water is particularly large 24h hot water. Unlike other bath hotels in Egypt, the water is very small. It is recommended to stay!

We found El Otel via *********** and booked it on the basis of 1/ Downtown location, 2/ A couple of positive TA reviews 3/ Online photos, in which the rooms looked nicely furnished and 4/ Room rate. Describing it as a hotel may be stretching it a bit, the rooms are located on the 5th floor of a downtown building and although there is a reception area, there are no communal areas such as a lounge or dining room. Having said that, our room was spacious and the bed large and comfortable. The decor is exactly like the photos, definitely quirky. We had a rate including breakfast, which is traditional and is delivered to your room. The location is great if you want to be in Downtown, it is also on a side street so relatively quiet by Cairo standards, although the rear does overlook a pedestrianed street with cafes so there is some late evening hubbub and some early morning clattering of tables and chairs. Both tolerable. Staff are very friendly and helpful (thanks Helmy), promptly replying to msgs in advance and being available via WhatsApp during our stay. An airport transfer was arranged for us, which I would recommend if you are using Sphinx airport which is pretty isolated and also because you may struggle to find El Otel otherwise. Overall, we very much enjoyed our stay.

The hotel seems to be relatively new and is all in all very well maintained. The facilities are fine and you have everything you need. The staff are really friendly and accommodating. The location in Zamelek is first class. Single-glazed windows meant that as a light sleeper I could only sleep with earplugs.

I was really moved to tears by this B&B. Facilities: Average, just the conditions for ordinary family accommodation, but everything is complete and very warm Hygiene: Hygiene conditions of normal family accommodation Environment: The room is large and the mattress is very comfortable. It is on the second floor. There are many Chinese shops nearby, including delicious food and supermarkets. The point! ! ! Service: The owner of this store really moved me to tears. My friend and I filled in the wrong address on the way to the airport and the driver raised the price. We originally planned that the 250 Egyptian pounds we had would be enough to take a taxi from District 7 to the airport, but the driver Unwilling to pester, language barrier + anxious to catch a flight, there is really no way to call the boss and ask him to help us communicate. The owner of this restaurant is really nice, very patient and gentle. He comforted us first and communicated with the driver several times. He called us two or three times and told us that if we really didn’t have money, we could ask the driver to go back and ask him to get it. We said he would pick it up later. Forward it to the boss via WeChat. The Chinese people in District 7 are really amazing. The owners of 1987 Malatang and Chaolong Supermarket are also very enthusiastic and warm. Living in District 7 is very convenient for food, accommodation, exchange money and travel. The uncles, aunts, and children in the boss's family are also very friendly and cute, and it feels like visiting a friend's house. It’s really the wisest decision to book District 7 on your return trip.

Facilities: In addition to the bathroom water is smaller, the air conditioning is very sufficient, everything else is OK, the elevator is more funny Hygienic: It seems that it is clean soon after the new opening Environment: There is a terrace on the top floor, breakfast is provided, and the surrounding area is the city center. There are many supermarket convenience stores for eating and drinking. The roast downstairs tastes good. Service: Help with luggage, smile at the guests, and you can tip. Because it is free, there are almost no Chinese people here. This is also a new choice. It is recommended not to use their towels, and bring their own pajamas, spray the bed with alcohol and every corner. Health first, overall OK, family-style hotel. I didn't expect the Muslim country to be so magical. Every morning at 5 o'clock in the morning, the treble speaker on the main road starts to read the scriptures without an alarm clock.

It was a very pleasant stay. It's very small place on forth floor for 200 years old building. Arhitecture is astonishing for those ones who appreciates old, high ceiling buildings. Breakfast was very tasty and stuff is highly pleasant, friendly and helpful. Place is very clean and tidy. However room was very small and bathroom was so tiny, plus weight person won't be able to use it. Overall great stay, great location and experience.

Golden Hotel is right in the heart of downtown Cairo's action. A short walk to Tahir square, the museum and the metro. Be warned, downtown is noisy. And you take your life into your hands every time you cross the road. Staff were friendly and welcoming. The English spoken ranged from excellent to passable. Room was fairly small but cosy. The small bathroom was ok, just a sectioned off part of the room, hot water a bit patchy. No ventilation of it's own. There was a balcony, tv and fridge (not stocked with drinks as the booking site suggested.) The wifi did not work especially well, but I was later to discover that this was the best I'd find in any hotel in Egypt. They picked me up from the airport and also took me on a couple of other trips (Giza and Saqqara.) My only real issue with the place was the lack of breakfast. They said this was due to corona. I have tried to verify this but have not been able to. My booking on ********** stated breakfast was included. They said they had tried to get this changed but had not managed to do so. I just just checked again now (stayed there a couple of weeks ago) and it still states breakfast is included. So I would suggest that they are not trying very hard. This basically constitutes false advertising. There was no restaurant either (booking site said there was.) The owner told me I could buy a cup of coffee if I wanted. I took this as a slap in the face, I had paid for breakfast and should have had a discount, let alone pay for coffee. Would I have stayed here had I realised there wasn't any breakfast? Probably not, it's a hassle going to find food before one starts one's day of site seeing. But I wasn't gonna move once I was there. I would check this out before booking. Aside from the breakfast issue, this is a solid option.

We stayed 5 nights. Hotel located near the ministries and national assembly. Good breakfast. Bedding Ok. Wifi Ok. Disadvantages: dogs nearby that bark at night and a noisy street.

This is a place where you can relax in an East Asian atmosphere while in Egypt. The owner responds well when you contact him, and the room was clean, cute, and spacious. You can use the washing machine for free, which was perfect for organizing your luggage before leaving the country. Room service offers Chinese food, and the taste reminded me of home, which was a relief. Early morning check-out was also no problem, and it's a place I'd like to stay at again.

Living is very comfortable! The environment is very clean and hygienic! The boss is very good! Have the opportunity to come to Egypt and live here. You can also eat Chinese food! Great

N times better than I thought. The house is big. In the new Egyptian villa area, within3KM from the large shopping mall. The boss is Chinese. It is convenient to communicate. I also sent me a carton packaged gift to return home. I will stay here next time! The bath water is particularly large 24h hot water. Unlike other bath hotels in Egypt, the water is very small. It is recommended to stay!

We found El Otel via *********** and booked it on the basis of 1/ Downtown location, 2/ A couple of positive TA reviews 3/ Online photos, in which the rooms looked nicely furnished and 4/ Room rate. Describing it as a hotel may be stretching it a bit, the rooms are located on the 5th floor of a downtown building and although there is a reception area, there are no communal areas such as a lounge or dining room. Having said that, our room was spacious and the bed large and comfortable. The decor is exactly like the photos, definitely quirky. We had a rate including breakfast, which is traditional and is delivered to your room. The location is great if you want to be in Downtown, it is also on a side street so relatively quiet by Cairo standards, although the rear does overlook a pedestrianed street with cafes so there is some late evening hubbub and some early morning clattering of tables and chairs. Both tolerable. Staff are very friendly and helpful (thanks Helmy), promptly replying to msgs in advance and being available via WhatsApp during our stay. An airport transfer was arranged for us, which I would recommend if you are using Sphinx airport which is pretty isolated and also because you may struggle to find El Otel otherwise. Overall, we very much enjoyed our stay.

The hotel seems to be relatively new and is all in all very well maintained. The facilities are fine and you have everything you need. The staff are really friendly and accommodating. The location in Zamelek is first class. Single-glazed windows meant that as a light sleeper I could only sleep with earplugs.

Facilities: In addition to the bathroom water is smaller, the air conditioning is very sufficient, everything else is OK, the elevator is more funny Hygienic: It seems that it is clean soon after the new opening Environment: There is a terrace on the top floor, breakfast is provided, and the surrounding area is the city center. There are many supermarket convenience stores for eating and drinking. The roast downstairs tastes good. Service: Help with luggage, smile at the guests, and you can tip. Because it is free, there are almost no Chinese people here. This is also a new choice. It is recommended not to use their towels, and bring their own pajamas, spray the bed with alcohol and every corner. Health first, overall OK, family-style hotel. I didn't expect the Muslim country to be so magical. Every morning at 5 o'clock in the morning, the treble speaker on the main road starts to read the scriptures without an alarm clock.

I was really moved to tears by this B&B. Facilities: Average, just the conditions for ordinary family accommodation, but everything is complete and very warm Hygiene: Hygiene conditions of normal family accommodation Environment: The room is large and the mattress is very comfortable. It is on the second floor. There are many Chinese shops nearby, including delicious food and supermarkets. The point! ! ! Service: The owner of this store really moved me to tears. My friend and I filled in the wrong address on the way to the airport and the driver raised the price. We originally planned that the 250 Egyptian pounds we had would be enough to take a taxi from District 7 to the airport, but the driver Unwilling to pester, language barrier + anxious to catch a flight, there is really no way to call the boss and ask him to help us communicate. The owner of this restaurant is really nice, very patient and gentle. He comforted us first and communicated with the driver several times. He called us two or three times and told us that if we really didn’t have money, we could ask the driver to go back and ask him to get it. We said he would pick it up later. Forward it to the boss via WeChat. The Chinese people in District 7 are really amazing. The owners of 1987 Malatang and Chaolong Supermarket are also very enthusiastic and warm. Living in District 7 is very convenient for food, accommodation, exchange money and travel. The uncles, aunts, and children in the boss's family are also very friendly and cute, and it feels like visiting a friend's house. It’s really the wisest decision to book District 7 on your return trip.

It was a very pleasant stay. It's very small place on forth floor for 200 years old building. Arhitecture is astonishing for those ones who appreciates old, high ceiling buildings. Breakfast was very tasty and stuff is highly pleasant, friendly and helpful. Place is very clean and tidy. However room was very small and bathroom was so tiny, plus weight person won't be able to use it. Overall great stay, great location and experience.

Golden Hotel is right in the heart of downtown Cairo's action. A short walk to Tahir square, the museum and the metro. Be warned, downtown is noisy. And you take your life into your hands every time you cross the road. Staff were friendly and welcoming. The English spoken ranged from excellent to passable. Room was fairly small but cosy. The small bathroom was ok, just a sectioned off part of the room, hot water a bit patchy. No ventilation of it's own. There was a balcony, tv and fridge (not stocked with drinks as the booking site suggested.) The wifi did not work especially well, but I was later to discover that this was the best I'd find in any hotel in Egypt. They picked me up from the airport and also took me on a couple of other trips (Giza and Saqqara.) My only real issue with the place was the lack of breakfast. They said this was due to corona. I have tried to verify this but have not been able to. My booking on ********** stated breakfast was included. They said they had tried to get this changed but had not managed to do so. I just just checked again now (stayed there a couple of weeks ago) and it still states breakfast is included. So I would suggest that they are not trying very hard. This basically constitutes false advertising. There was no restaurant either (booking site said there was.) The owner told me I could buy a cup of coffee if I wanted. I took this as a slap in the face, I had paid for breakfast and should have had a discount, let alone pay for coffee. Would I have stayed here had I realised there wasn't any breakfast? Probably not, it's a hassle going to find food before one starts one's day of site seeing. But I wasn't gonna move once I was there. I would check this out before booking. Aside from the breakfast issue, this is a solid option.

Living is very comfortable! The environment is very clean and hygienic! The boss is very good! Have the opportunity to come to Egypt and live here. You can also eat Chinese food! Great

N times better than I thought. The house is big. In the new Egyptian villa area, within3KM from the large shopping mall. The boss is Chinese. It is convenient to communicate. I also sent me a carton packaged gift to return home. I will stay here next time! The bath water is particularly large 24h hot water. Unlike other bath hotels in Egypt, the water is very small. It is recommended to stay!

The room was clean and tidy and comfortable, and the service was thoughtful, especially the Chinese aunt who was cooking. She was very warm and generous, the transportation was convenient, the boss was young and had communication skills, and everything was in place. I would go to Egypt and stay at this hotel in the future.

Coming from other homestays, the overall experience is great, the bathroom room lobby is very clean, the yard is a large lawn, and the breakfast is delicious, the room is full of wooden furniture, the mattress is not soft, and it is very comfortable to sleep. It is too suitable for tired travelers.

The room is spacious and the accommodation is clean and hygienic. There is also billiards and table tennis. The boss is very nice and answers all your questions. The Chinese food cooked by the black man is also very good. You can also buy and cook your own food. I recommend everyone to come.