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Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah

3 El Thawra Council St Zamalek Po Box 732 El Orman Giza
Cairo, Egypt

Location. The Sofitel El Gezirah is located in Cairo, Egypt, within two kilometres of the ancient artefacts of the Egyptian Museum and the citys Opera House. The historic centre of Cairo is six kilometres from the hotel. Opera metro station is 800 metres away.
Hotel Features. Teetering on the edge of the Nile, this canary coloured high rise hotel has undergone recent renovation under the eye of French interior designer Pierre Yves Rochon. Rochons touches include a full length arched window in the lobby from which guests can overlook the river. Multilingual staff at the 24 hour front desk keep a safe deposit box. There is also a concierge desk, delicatessen and hair salon on site.

Sofitel El Gezirah has five restaurants all with terraces. El Kebabgy serves Middle Eastern specialities while Vendome provides international fine dining. Bar/restaurants Budda, Sud and Paradise Island serve international and Mediterranean dishes.

Business services include 11 multi functional meeting rooms, secretarial services and wireless Internet access (surcharge).

In addition to indoor and outdoor swimming pools, Sofitel El Gezirah offers a health spa including sauna, Turkish baths, massage service and more unique treatments such as thalassotherapy. For guests willing to gamble there is an onsite casino.

Guestrooms. The 433 air conditioned guestrooms are decorated in neutral tones with crisp white bedding and pine wood furnishings. Balconies provide views over the city. Amenities include satellite television, direct dial phones and Wireless Internet access (surcharge). Complimentary newspapers and bottled water are provided.

Expert Tip. Cairos bustling heart can be found in the Khan el Khalili district. A historic shopping area packed with backroom factories and workshops, the suq (market) was established in the 14th century.

Rates:
226 - 2509 USD

Year Property Opened: 1984
Year Property Renovated: 1997
Number Of Rooms: 433
Number Of Floors: 26
Check In Time: 4 p.m.
Check Out Time: 11 a.m.

Amenities:
Fitness Facility
In House Dining
In House Bar
Children Allowed
Data Ports
Business Center
Mini Bar In Room
Hair Dryer
Car Rent Desk
Family Rooms

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Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah
3 El Thawra Council St Zamalek Po Box 732 El Orman Giza
Cairo, Egypt

Driving Directions:
From Cairo International Airport (CAI):
Distance to Sofitel El Gezirah is 19 kilometres, approximately 45 minutes drive.

Getting there. Taxis for central Cairo can be found in front of the Arrivals hall. The fare should be negotiated prior to departure, and should cost around 70 80 EGP. Buses run between the airport and central Cairo, and airport bus services run from Terminal 1 (Old Airport). The number 400 bus leaves about every 30 minutes throughout the day, and hourly at night. Prices are all subject to change.

Getting around. The cheap and reliable metro system is the best way to explore Cairo. Minibuses and buses are a common form of transport, however, taxis are a good alternative. A river bus travels down the Nile from Cairo. Boats leave regularly for the University. Every other boat continues on to Rhoda, Manial, Masr al Qadima (old Cairo), and Giza. Driving is not advised for visitors, due to congestion in the city.