Nile‑front on Gezira Island with immediate access to Cairo Opera House; daily breakfast, Wi‑Fi and pool included; check‑in 14:00, check‑out 12:00
The short answer
Sofitel El Gezirah, Cairo (Gezira Island) is a 5-star hotel in Cairo, about 1.3 km from Egyptian Museum (Tahrir) and about 18 km from Cairo International Airport. Rates are breakfast included, with check-in from 14:00 and check-out by 12:00. Rates start at $195 per person per night, two sharing.
The hotel
Choose Sofitel El Gezirah for its Zamalek address and Nile-view rooms, a distinctive base in Cairo and Giza for travelers who want the river close at hand. Room options include suites, a two-bedroom Family Suite with a river view, and rooms with balconies or living rooms. La Palme provides an on-site dining option. Tahrir Square and the Egyptian Museum are nearby, with the Cairo Citadel also within reach.
Location
Sofitel El Gezirah, Cairo (Gezira Island) is at 3 El Thawra Council St Zamalek, Po Box 732 El Orman Giza, Cairo, 11518. Tahrir Square is about 1.3 km away in a straight line and Cairo International Airport about 18 km.
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| Place | Distance |
|---|---|
| 1Tahrir Square | about 1.3 km |
| 2Egyptian Museum (Tahrir) | about 1.3 km |
| 3Great Pyramid of Giza | about 11 km |
| 4Grand Egyptian Museum | about 11 km |
| 5Cairo International Airport | about 18 km |
| 6Sphinx International Airport | about 33 km |
| 7Cairo Citadel | about 3.7 km |
Straight-line distances from the hotel's map position; driving takes longer. Coast and Nile: Natural Earth.
Rooms and prices
32sqm Premium King room on a high floor, balcony with partial Nile views; sleeps three. Amenities are free Wi‑Fi, 49-inch satellite TV, coffee and tea maker and a minibar (fees may apply). High-floor placement reduces street noise and improves the outlook over the river.
Rate on request
EnquirePrices checked October 24, 2026
Dining
La Palme is the hotel's French restaurant, serving continental and classic French dishes. Breakfast buffet is available in the main dining room when included in your rate. There is a bar and lounge area where light meals and drinks are served outside full restaurant hours. We can note dietary requests with the hotel kitchen in advance; spa and poolside service may offer limited menus at certain times.
Indicative rates only – pricing and rooms fluctuate. Please enquire for live rates on your specific dates.
Nearby choices
Sofitel El Gezirah, Zamalek, Cairo next to the 3 nearest hotels we book in the same area. Prices are from, per person per night, two sharing.
| Hotel | Class | Board | From | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sofitel El Gezirah, Zamalek, Cairo | 5-star | Bed & Breakfast | $195 | This hotel |
| Hilton Cairo Grand Nile | 5-star | Bed & Breakfast | $163 | about 0.5 km |
| Pyramisa Cairo Hotel | 5-star | Bed & Breakfast | $65 | about 0.6 km |
| Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza | 5-star | Bed & Breakfast | $520 | about 0.6 km |
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From the hotel
Day trips that start in Cairo, easy to add to a stay at Sofitel El Gezirah, Cairo (Gezira Island).
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If plans change
What you get back if you cancel depends on how far ahead of your trip you tell us and the type of trip you book. Read our current cancellation and refund policy
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