Nile City Towers - 2005 B, Corniche El Nil, Ramlet Beaulac, Cairo, Egypt | (888) 635-3814
Large property with a sophisticated and contemporary Art Deco interiors
Ten-minute drive to Abdeen Palace and the Khan el-Khalili craft market
Direct access to the Nile Towers Mall
Elegant guest rooms have interactive TVs and modern bathrooms
Two pools and a hot tub on the rooftop
Nile and pyramid views from the rooftop terrace
Eight food and drink venues on-site, including a champagne bar
Fitness center, full-service spa, and hair salon on-site
Casino, nightclub, and gift shop
Business center and meeting rooms for corporate travelers
Free Wi-Fi in the public areas
The nearby slums and heavy security may put off some travelers
Fees for Wi-Fi in guest rooms
Only higher-category rooms have balconies
There are 540 rooms at this luxury property that's about eight minutes north of downtown Cairo by car. In the glittering Nile City development on the banks of the River Nile, the adjacent neighborhoods are quite deprived. The luxurious rooms have Art Deco decor, with plenty of luxe touches like marblework and rich fabrics along with open concept bathrooms. Guests of the hotel have direct access to the Nile Towers Mall with a cinema and restaurants, and there are plenty of activities including a spa, fitness center, casino, and fabulous rooftop pool. Those wanting to be right by Cairo's famous pyramids should check out Mena House Hotel.
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Scene
Large, luxurious property attracting affluent guests
This modern, 25-story hotel is a local landmark, though its Nile City home does sit in the midst of some of the city's most impoverished areas and has been the subject of local controversy. Facts aside, and despite the heavily guarded entry guests must pass through -- including metal detectors -- once inside, the hotel goes big on luxury and strives to be an oasis from the ails of Cairo outside. It has chic Art Deco interiors with an elegant black and cream color scheme plus mirrored accents running throughout the lobby and public areas, adding an extra dash of glitz. The lobby is smart and lavish, with marble floors, large floral arrangements on polished tables, and internal glass elevators gliding up and down. Nile City, the hotel's home, is home to a posh shopping mall that's attached to the hotel. The property attracts a range of well-heeled tourists and corporate travelers from around the world, and has an exclusive air about it.
Location
On the banks of the River Nile, with direct mall access
The Fairmont Cairo is situated around eight minutes north of downtown
Cairo by car. It is right on the banks of the River Nile, and as such,
provides some fantastic views. While the Nile City development is a beacon of prosperity right on the river, guests should be prepared to experience a direct window onto Ramlet Boulaq, the neighboring deprived
and gritty neighborhood. There's not much that would interest guests of this hotel within the immediate area beyond the attached shopping mall, which is home to restaurants, upscale shops, and a cinema. A
car or taxi is needed to see Cairo's sights. The most popular
attractions are the pyramids and the Great Sphinx of Giza, both of which take around 50
minutes to reach, though they can be seen in the distance from the hotel. It’s also a 10-minute
drive to Abdeen Palace and the Khan el-Khalili craft market. Cairo
International Airport is around an hour's drive from the hotel.
Rooms
Sophisticated decor and luxurious suites with Nile views
The 540 guest rooms at the Fairmont Cairo are available in multiple categories. Fairmont Rooms have city views, Deluxe Rooms have Nile views, and Signature Rooms (including Suites), which are
larger and have the most impressive river views. All rooms are soundproofed and have a sophisticated feel, with elegant shades of cream and Art Deco-style furnishings. Style is more impressive the higher the room category, and while Deluxe Rooms are perfectly attractive, the style in the Nile Suite and Deluxe Nile Suite that we visited is exceptional. With a blend of bold vintage looks and modern sensibilities, expect elements like upgraded modern and antique art, hardwood floors, and sharp carpeting in these rooms. Many have separate living rooms. The Presidential Suite is particularly lavish, with materials like boldly patterned marble, metro tiling, and rich fabrics used liberally throughout. Signature Rooms also have
a private balcony and a work area. All rooms have air-conditioning, Egyptian
cotton bedding, floor-to-ceiling windows, safes, tea- and coffee-making facilities, and interactive flat-screen TV systems with access to
movies, games, music, and videos. The marble bathrooms are
luxurious and have an open concept, with sliding shutters and rainfall showers plus bathrobes and slippers.
Features
Eight bars and restaurants, and a fabulous rooftop deck
For many guests, the hotel’s best feature is the rooftop deck. It has
two pools, a hot tub, day beds, and bean bag chairs. The views across the Nile
to the Pyramids are spectacular. There are plenty of different dining options
available at the hotel too, including the upscale Napa Grill Restaurant, the Asian
fusion Saigon Restaurant, and Middle Eastern cuisine at Bab El Nil, where there
is also entertainment in the evenings. The hotel’s bars include a champagne bar,
and drinks can also be enjoyed on the rooftop terrace with Nile views. There’s a large fitness
center on-site with the latest cardiovascular equipment, free weights, and an
aerobic studio. A large and luxurious spa offers a wide range of treatments and
has a sauna and Turkish bath. There is even a casino and nightclub within the
property and a hair salon and gift shop. Corporate travelers can make use of
the business center and meeting rooms. Parking is available on-site for a daily
fee, and Wi-Fi is free in the hotel's public areas (although it incurs fees in the
guest rooms).
