Pharaoh's Palace, Cairo

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Where?

Centrally located, a short walk from the Egyptian museum.

What?

Recently refurbished budget hotel.

Anything else you need to know?

Single, double/twin and triple rooms offered. Hotel amenities include satellite television, air conditioning and wireless internet access. Self catering kitchen facilities also available.

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• anonymous says:

  “ I found the environment cool with the open air lounge, but i thought the people who worked there were way too pushy. They started knocking on my door several times a day in order to try and sell me a trip. Then called me an A__hole for not buying one through them, even though I got the same trip... ”

  Posted: on Jan 5, 2010 // Rated: |

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• anonymous says:

  “ A pretty nice hostel in the centre of Cairo. The place looked party refurbished. It's got everything you could expect from a hostel. Good pricing, nice and very friendly stuff. Don't expect your breakfast to be ready for the time you ordered it as some of the staff stay there overnight so they... more they need some rest but once you wake someone up which they don't mind at all the breakfast is served. It is in a good location with easy access to the main train station and close to the Nile. We really liked the taxi driver who works for them. He knows a lot about history of Egypt and is more than happy to share that knowledge. He took us for a nice trip to Sakkara and then to Giza where to our surprise we ended up in one of many stables you can find there and got ourself a good price for a horse and camel trip around the pyramids. Don't forget to leave tips :) they really try their best and deserve them. close ”

  Posted: on Dec 13, 2009 // Rated: |

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• davidswa says:

  “ Very convenient, comfortable, friendly, and social. Actually, the best hotel/hostel I stayed in on a four month trip. The owners also organized an excellent trip to the Western Desert, which was one of the highlights of my trip. Such a great place to stay! ”

  Posted: on Nov 30, 2008 // Rated: |

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• shsond says:

  “ The staff seem to live in the reception area, lying around sleeping in their underwear. Their tour to Giza took us directly to an overpriced camel ride. We didn't get our rooms cleaned, fresh towel (there weren't any) or toilet paper. Sheets were in a questionable state of cleanliness. We had... more had booked shower and toilet en suite, but they had rented it out when we arrived. Ps. some of the staff were both helpfull and friendly. close ”

  Posted: on Aug 27, 2008 // Rated: |

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• nfiore2726 says:

  “ Having travelled around the world I can honestly say that Pharaoh's Palace is definitely a cut above the rest. Great value for money and located in the perfect position in downtown Cairo. All of the decor in the hostel is superb - the open roof in the reception area is absolutely stunning.... more Everything is so clean - the bathrooms are spotless, the beds are really comfortable and the staff are all friendly and really helpful. I will definitely return and would recommend it to anyone. If you need any suggestions on what to do, just ask Ismail (manager) - he will definitely offer you the best Egypt has to offer as well as an experience with a difference. close ”

  Posted: on Jul 7, 2008 // Rated: |

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• seanoneill6908 says:

  “ Stayed at Pharaoh's Palace on the way back to the north. Once again, it was a wonderful experience. It's difficult to beat the clean rooms and patio garden, especially at the low price. I can give it my highest recommendation without a doubt. Do yourself a favor and check it out. ”

  Posted: on Jun 28, 2008 // Rated: |

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• oneillsn says:

  “ I have only good things to say about my experience at Pharaoh's Palace. The entire facility is very new (less than one year old) and the rooms are really clean and wonderful. There is a spectacular patio garden between the lobby and the rooms, and this is a great place to hang out. They have... more have drinks (including the world's best Nescafe) and shisha of the highest quality. I really like the staff at Pharaoh's Palace, as well. Everyone is extremely helpful and they all have a great sense of humor. The women in our group were treated with the highest respect there, and everyone wanted to hang out at the patio garden instead of going out on the town! One of the best things that the staff did for me was to make arrangements for a four- and five-star tour of the south of Egypt. They got me a wonderful "student budget" price, too -- and this was for me the most important factor. I'm enjoying myself in Luxor as I write this. Great job, guys... keep up the outstanding work! close ”

  Posted: on Jun 24, 2008 // Rated: |

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• mylanj says:

  “ For the price, it was good. Don't expect A/C. The ownership also seemed really upset that I didn't want to do their trip packages, even though I found them for much cheaper elsewhere. It is on the very top floor in downtown Cairo, and the elevator was often out of service - this was obviously... more obviously frustrating in the heat of Cairo. In general, it was a good experience, and for a private room it doesn't get much cheaper. close ”

  Posted: on Jun 4, 2008 // Rated: |

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• keithaconley1174 says:

  “ Watch out for Aladdin. Dont trust him, he'll rip you off. ”

  Posted: on Jun 2, 2008 // Rated: |

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• currieaction1279 says:

  “ Quite good for the price. Friendly Staff but sometimes may try a little too hard to get you to join the tours etc..It is a fairly new joint, and the Guys are obviously wanting to be number one. I am sure in time they will fix things like the lift and ensure there are top sheets on the bed. ”

  Posted: on May 1, 2008 // Rated: |

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• n-katharina7997 says:

  “ a very nice place to stay in a perfect location! great and helpful staff and nice rooms. definitely a good and budget place to stay in cairo! ”

  Posted: on Apr 25, 2008 // Rated: |

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• chris1887831 says:

  “ The place is good but the staffs are far from satisfactory. They are pushy on all travel programs just like you are meeting insurance agent. They are not honest. For a train ticket to Aswan first class, they asked for 170 pounds. But I bought it myself and found out it costed only 119 that... more that means they are charging more than 50% commission those crazy guys. In addition, when checking out they asked me to pay 180 pounds a night but the booking price through this net is only 120 pounds. close ”

  Posted: on Apr 15, 2008 // Rated: |

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• ketagoesg says:

  “ It is a pleasure to recommend this nice hotel with a great staff and an inviting salon. Other than the noise, which is endemic in Cairo, the other annoyances are 1) at night the salon is taken over by the owners and their friends; as a solo female traveler I felt that I was intruding. 2) the... more elevator is dirty, frequently doesn't work and only goes up not down. As the hotel is on the 5th fl this is a problem. close ”

  Posted: on Apr 8, 2008 // Rated: |

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• Srobins says:

  “ Great location, entertaining owner named Ismaeil, and very, very clean. ”

  Posted: on Apr 3, 2008 // Rated: |

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• alessandro1801 says:

  “ This place just opened up - we thought it was the best hostel we stayed at in Egypt. Rooms are really nicely decorated and very clean, staff went out of the way to help and the rooftop common area was an oasis of calm amidst the sea of chaos which is Cairo. Highly recommended! ”

  Posted: on Mar 28, 2008 // Rated: |

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• lilia says:

  “ Good hotel with a lovely staff. excellent location in the center of Cairo ”

  Posted: on Mar 20, 2008 // Rated: |

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• marcelvander says:

  “ Great team, great service! We had a wonderful time and will definitely stay at this hotel again as soon as we return to Cairo. ”

  Posted: on Mar 13, 2008 // Rated: |

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• jcapl says:

  “ I enjoyed our stay. The central location is great and the staff very helpful. ”

  Posted: on Feb 19, 2008 // Rated: |

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• sass-i-frass1442 says:

  “ Pharaoh's Palace is definitely worth the money. This place is new, clean and comfortable with hot showers..alot better than some of the other hostels in Cairo. All the staff were extremely friendly and helpful. They took us to a nearby cafe..super cheap and the best Egyptian food! They showed us... more showed us the BEST Egyptian bakery and they helped us find our way around by taxi or metro. My only advice, since it is located on the top floor and has an open sided roof top terrrace, is to bring lots of warm clothes during the winter. It definitely got cold...but they make the yummiest Nescafe you'll ever taste! It will be an amazingly fun place in the summer. Thanks boys! close ”

  Posted: on Feb 8, 2008 // Rated: |

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• wilje9562806 says:

  “ i would highly recommend this hostel to other travellers, i stayed there for a week just after it had opened and had a great time, a wonderful atmosphere, bright and colourful decor in both the communal areas and the rooms, the staff are very helpful and friendly, also in a fantastic location and... more location and great value for money!i would stay there again close ”

  Posted: on Feb 8, 2008 // Rated: |

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• jdelahou5918 says:

  “ All of the staff at Pharaohs Palace were honest and enjoyable. The hotel is new and the rooms are clean and comfortable. It is located in a nice location in downtown right next to the action. It also has a rooftop lounge where patrons can enjoy tea, coffee, and other beverages as well as smoke... more smoke hookah while enjoying the current soccer game. close ”

  Posted: on Jan 24, 2008 // Rated: |

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• elfsong3126 says:

  “ A friend recommended the Pharaoh's Palace to me and I'd like to say the staff if very friendly and the accommodation excellent. My room and the bathrooms where very clean. My bed was comfortable, plenty of light and nicely decorated. A wonderful sunny roof top terrace right in the heart of Cairo.... more Cairo. Just renovated not that worn out look of other places I've stayed in Cairo. The staff warm and helpful. A good value for the money. I highly recommend this new hotel. close ”

  Posted: on Jan 24, 2008 // Rated: |

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In Room Facilities

Hair Dryer

Air Conditioning

Iron/Ironing Board

Cable/Satellite TV

Toiletries

Daily Housekeeping

Direct Dial Phone

Safe Deposit Box

Kitchenette

Fridge

Tea/Coffee Facilities

Mini Bar

Food & Drink

Breakfast

Breakfast

• Included

Bar

Café

Room Service

24 Hour

Business Facilities

Internet Access

Internet Access

• Web Access in Room
• WiFi in Room
• WiFi in Lobby

Business Centre

Business Centre

• Photocopying/Fax Service
• Translation Service

General

Parking

Parking

• Free Parking
• Bicycle Parking

24 Hour Reception

Currency Exchange

Airport Transfers

Tours Desk

Luggage Storage

Elevator

Wheelchair Accessible

Laundry/Dry Cleaning

Porter

Concierge

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