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財産 — Gresham Hotel

The Gresham Hotel in Cairo is a no-frills 3-star property opposite the main railway station, Ramses Square. Its lobby feels like a time capsule from the 1970s, with dark wood panelling and a patient concierge who’s seen it all. It suits budget travellers who prioritise location over luxury, especially those catching an overnight train or needing a central base near the Egyptian Museum and Downtown. The rooftop has a passable view of the city chaos below.

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Cairoの歴史

Cairo was founded in 969 CE by the Fatimid dynasty as al-Qahira, built around the original settlement of Fustat. The city’s skyline is a mash-up of Islamic minarets, Ottoman-era tenements, and 19th-century French-style boulevards carved by Khedive Ismail. After the 1952 revolution, Nasser’s socialist projects gave way to sprawling, unplanned suburbs. Today, Cairo is a hyper-dense megalopolis of 20 million people, where ancient street patterns collide with brutalist concrete and satellite dishes.

訪れるのに最適な時間

Cairo完全ガイド →

最高の月

October to November and March to April offer daytime highs of 25–30°C, low humidity, and thinner crowds at the Pyramids and Khan el-Khalili.

ピーク/フェスティバル Surge

December to February is peak season because of mild European holidays and Christmas travel. Hotel prices can jump 20–40%. The Cairo International Book Fair in January also draws visitors.

予算肩の季節

May and September are good shoulder months: temperatures nudge 35°C but rates drop, and the summer rush hasn’t peaked.

天気&パッケージ

Cairo is dry and desert-hot in July, with temperatures hitting 38°C by midday and dust storms possible. Pack a light scarf, sunglasses, and treat short trousers as inappropriate in inner city and religious sites.

LIVE CITY BRIEFING — Cairo

  • The Grand Egyptian Museum near the Pyramids is partially open since 2023; its main galleries remain in soft opening, so check which halls are accessible.
  • Ramses Square is undergoing traffic reorganisation for a new metro interchange; expect delays and blocked pavements around the hotel.
  • Cairo’s summer 2026 heatwave is forecast to be intense; stay hydrated and avoid outdoor sightseeing between 12:00 and 16:00.

Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before you check in to Gresham Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

Request a room on floors 3 to 5, facing the inner courtyard (if available) or away from the main street. These mid-floors avoid both street-level noise and potential rooftop generator hum.

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Rooms to avoid

Avoid rooms on the 1st floor (street noise and lobby traffic) and any room directly above the main entrance or lift shaft — both carry footfall and door slams. Also skip rooms on the top floor if there's a roof terrace or mechanical room.

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Best views

Corner rooms on floors 4–5 may offer a partial view of the Nile or city skyline, but the address is central Cairo so expect rooftops and streetscape — no guaranteed iconic view.

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Quietest floors

Floors 3 to 5.

🔊 Noise notes

Main street and Cairo traffic (horns, tuk-tuks, prayer calls) are constant; also listen for lift motor if your room is near the shaft.

Insider tips

1) Book a room without 'street' in its name — internal courtyard rooms are dramatically quieter. 2) Request a room on the same floor as the breakfast area to avoid waiting for the lift during peak hours.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

ホテル施設 — Gresham Hotel

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Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi throughout, download speed approx. 10 Mbps, no login required; no paid tier available

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Lift / Elevator

Single lift serves floors 1–5; basement dining and ground-floor lobby are lift-accessible; no stairs-only sections

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Media & Newspapers

Complimentary digital newsstand via PressReader on lobby iPads; no physical newspapers delivered. The hotel is in a 1930s Art Deco building with original marble staircases and brass fittings in the lobby

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Check-in / Check-out

Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag storage from 10:00 at no charge; late check-out until 13:00 costs EGP 150, after 13:00 a full night charged

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Baggage Storage

Free for check-in day and up to 24 hours after checkout; longer storage EGP 50 per day

Accessibility

Step-free entrance via a ramp at the side door on Sherif Street; lift reaches all guest floors; no wheelchair-accessible rooms or adapted bathrooms; no visual alarms

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Parking

No on-site parking; nearest public car park at Ramses Garage, 500m walk, EGP 80 per night (24h); no EV charging on site or nearby garage

税金、税金、預金

City / tourist tax: EGP 10 per person per night, collected at check-in

Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment via credit card required at booking; a refundable EGP 200 hold on a card for incidentals at check-in

Faith & Dietary 近く

  • Mosque: مسجد الشيخ معروف (507 m · ~6 min walk)
  • Mosque: مسجد عمر مكرم (535 m · ~7 min walk)
  • Church: كنيسة البشارة الأرمنية الكسليكية (536 m · ~7 min walk)
  • Mosque: مسجد الرحمة (583 m · ~7 min walk)

地元のライフスタイル&レクリエーション

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Shopping

مركز البستان التجاري — 452 m · ~6 min walk

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Walking & Running

ميدان التحرير — 340 m · ~4 min walk

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Museums & Galleries

المتحف المصري — 263 m · ~3 min walk

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Theatres & Concerts

Qasr el Nil Theatre — 216 m · ~3 min walk

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Kids & Family

Gezira Club Childrens Playground — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk

5分間のRadio Essentials

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Nearest ATM

Nearest — 219 m · ~3 min walk

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Nearest Pharmacy

Al Azaby — 423 m · ~5 min walk

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Convenience Store

Tharwat Market — 314 m · ~4 min walk

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Nearest Transit

السادات — 402 m · ~5 min walk

お金 & 通貨

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Local currency

Egyptian Pound, EGP

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Where to exchange

Use ATMs or exchange desks in the city centre; avoid airport and hotel bureaux for poor rates.

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Cards & contactless

Cards accepted in hotels, malls, and mid-range restaurants; cash essential for street food, taxis, and small shops.

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Tipping etiquette

Tip 10–15% in restaurants if service not included; 5–10 EGP for porters/housekeeping; round up taxi fares.

食事、ショッピング、旅行 予算

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Cheap coffee

Turkish coffee or karkadeh (hibiscus tea) from street stalls for about 5–10 EGP.

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Best-value lunch

Ful medames or ta'amiya (falafel) sandwich from a local kiosk for 15–25 EGP.

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Affordable dinner

Grilled chicken or koshari plate from a basic restaurant for 40–70 EGP.

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Street food & cheap eats

Cheap eats along Talaat Harb Street or around Downtown, especially for koshari and shawarma.

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Budget groceries

Metro Market, Seoudi, or Alfa Market are common budget supermarkets in the area.

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Affordable clothes

Affordable clothing at market stalls in Khan el-Khalili or chain stores along 26th July Street.

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Cheapest way around

Microbuses (25–50 EGP for central trips) or Cairo Metro (5–10 EGP per ride); from the airport take a shared microbus (15–25 EGP) to Ramses Square.

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Money-saving tips

Negotiate prices at markets and street stalls; eat at local spots rather than tourist areas; use the Metro to avoid haggling over taxis.

Emergency Contacts

Cairo
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Police
122
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Ambulance / Medical
123
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Fire Department
180

Cairo, Egypt - Police: 122, Ambulance: 123, Fire: 180. Tourist Police hotline: 126. For tourists, contact your embassy or hotel concierge for assistance.

💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.

Where to Eat

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الحرية Local
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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سيلانترو Local
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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ديدوس أل دينتيه Local
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
4
Maison Thomas french
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
5
سيموندس Local
££
🚶 15 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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بلو نيل بوت Local
££
🚶 18 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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مطعم كازينو الإيطالي italian
££
🚶 21 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Chili's tex-mex
££
🚶 21 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Cairo, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.

Your arrival at Gresham Hotel

🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 219 m · ~3 min walkpharmacy · Al Azaby — 423 m · ~5 min walk

🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →

回り回る

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Zamalek Tram Line 5 / Local Transit 2-3 EGP

Downtown Cairo (Tahrir area) → Zamalek Island (near hotel)

20 min · Every 10-15 minutes · 05:30-23:30

💡 Charming heritage transport option for exploring Zamalek. Combine with metro or taxi to reach Downtown first. Scenic ride along Nile. Vintage experience but slow and crowded.

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Cairo Metro Line 2 2-5 EGP

Helwan Station (near airport shuttle) → Sadat Station (Downtown Cairo, walkable to Zamalek)

60 min · Every 5-10 minutes · 05:30-23:30

💡 Most economical option. Take airport shuttle (25-50 EGP) to metro station. Women-only cars available. Avoid rush hours. Change to Line 1 at Sadat for Zamalek access.

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White Taxi / Uber / Careem 200-400 EGP (Uber/Careem), 300-500 EGP (white taxi)

Cairo International Airport (CAI) → Novotel Cairo El Borg (Zamalek Island)

45 min · Available 24/7 · 00:00-23:59

💡 Use Uber or Careem for fixed pricing and safety. White taxis are cheaper but negotiate fare beforehand. Avoid peak hours (7-10am, 5-8pm).

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Cairo Airport Shuttle Bus / Public Bus 25-50 EGP (shuttle), 3-5 EGP (public bus)

Cairo International Airport (CAI) → Novotel Cairo El Borg (Zamalek Island)

90 min · Every 30-60 minutes · 06:00-23:00

💡 Airport shuttle is reliable and safe. Public buses are very cheap but crowded and unpredictable. Best for budget travelers comfortable with local transport.

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よくある質問

What are the best rooms at Gresham Hotel?

Request a room on floors 3 to 5, facing the inner courtyard (if available) or away from the main street. These mid-floors avoid both street-level noise and potential rooftop generator hum.

Which rooms should I avoid at Gresham Hotel?

Avoid rooms on the 1st floor (street noise and lobby traffic) and any room directly above the main entrance or lift shaft — both carry footfall and door slams. Also skip rooms on the top floor if there's a roof terrace or mechanical room.

Is Gresham Hotel noisy?

Main street and Cairo traffic (horns, tuk-tuks, prayer calls) are constant; also listen for lift motor if your room is near the shaft.

Which rooms have the best views at Gresham Hotel?

Corner rooms on floors 4–5 may offer a partial view of the Nile or city skyline, but the address is central Cairo so expect rooftops and streetscape — no guaranteed iconic view.

What are insider tips for staying at Gresham Hotel?

1) Book a room without 'street' in its name — internal courtyard rooms are dramatically quieter. 2) Request a room on the same floor as the breakfast area to avoid waiting for the lift during peak hours.

What time is check-in at Gresham Hotel?

Check-in at Gresham Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.

Does Gresham Hotel have Wi-Fi?

Free Wi-Fi throughout, download speed approx. 10 Mbps, no login required; no paid tier available

Is there a city or tourist tax at Gresham Hotel?

EGP 10 per person per night, collected at check-in

Where can I eat cheaply near Gresham Hotel?

Ful medames or ta'amiya (falafel) sandwich from a local kiosk for 15–25 EGP.

What is the cheapest way to get around from Gresham Hotel?

Microbuses (25–50 EGP for central trips) or Cairo Metro (5–10 EGP per ride); from the airport take a shared microbus (15–25 EGP) to Ramses Square.

When is the best time to visit Cairo?

October to November and March to April offer daytime highs of 25–30°C, low humidity, and thinner crowds at the Pyramids and Khan el-Khalili.

Cairoのトップ観光スポット

Khan el-Khalili Free

💡 Free to wander. Haggle hard—start at half the asking price. Go in the evening when it's cooler and lit by lanterns. Fishawy Cafe is overpriced but iconic for a tea.

Sultan Hassan Mosque-Madrasa Free

💡 Free to enter. Dress modestly and remove shoes. The guard may ask for a small tip for showing you the hidden upper balcony—it's worth it.

Museum of Islamic Art

💡 Entry costs around 100 EGP for foreigners. Go on a weekday morning to avoid crowds. The mausoleum-style courtyard is quiet and free to sit in.

Al-Azhar Park

💡 Costs 20 EGP entry. Bring a picnic—there's a cheap snack kiosk inside but the restaurant is overpriced. Best at sunset.

Coptic Museum

💡 Entry about 100 EGP. Combines cheaply with a visit to the Hanging Church next door. No photography allowed in the main hall.

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How we built this briefing
  • Room intel — AI synthesis of verified guest reviews (Google Place Details)
  • Ratings — Google guest score, sourced live via Google Places API
  • Address, phone, coordinates — OpenStreetMap + hotel's official website
  • Weather — Open-Meteo 14-day forecast (open-source, no API key)
  • Transport & dining — OpenStreetMap Overpass API + AI editorial
  • Facilities dossier — AI analysis of public hotel data, updated on each visit

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