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Houseboat65 - Historic Home on the Nile - Zamalek, Central Cairo

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Relax on the riverside balcony with a view of the river and boats, surrounded by comfortable seating and tables.
Relax in a cozy retreat with a large bed, hanging robe, and decorative tapestry.
Guests can enjoy playing the piano in this cozy room, which features a comfortable chair and a bookshelf.
Rustic kitchen and dining area with a chair, sink, microwave, and refrigerator.
Relax in this spacious living room with a central seating area, wooden bookshelf, and elegant piano.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41292 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Cairo, Cairo Governorate
  • Cairo Tower
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Egyptian Museum
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Tahrir Square
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Cairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cairo

Located within a 5-minute walk of Al-Ahly Sports Club, this apartment is within a 15-minute stroll of Cairo Opera House. The apartment includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Cairo Tower - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Egyptian Museum - 1 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Tahrir Square - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • American University of Cairo - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Khan el-Khalili - 5 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

  • Giza Suburbs Station - 6 min drive
  • Opera Station - 14 min walk
  • Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪سيخ مشوي - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪قهوة ابو مريم - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪دومينوز بيتزا - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪دجاج كنتاكى - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪ديوانية الملحق الثقافي الكويتي الاسبوعية - القاهرة - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Houseboat65 - Historic Home on the Nile - Zamalek, Central Cairo

Imagine waking up on a houseboat in the middle of Cairo, graced with the gorgeous view of the great Nile river.

Houseboat65 is a stationary floating house situated in Zamalek island and close to Cairo’s must-see attractions. The place is built entirely out of wood with an architectural style from the 1920s and it is suited for both business and leisure travellers.

Even a year wouldn’t be enough to discover all the jewels of this ancient city. However, a few days on this houseboat can give you a good glimpse of what life is like in Cairo.
The apartment is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a coffee maker, a desk, and a dining table.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Low-volume music, but no parties or noisy activity

Things to do

  • Boat

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,292 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this apartment?

This apartment in Cairo is within a 10-minute walk of Cairo Opera House and Al-Ahly Sports Club. You'll also find Tahrir Square and Egyptian Museum within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this apartment?

No, there isn't parking at this apartment.

Is this apartment next to a casino?

No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this apartment?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

Is Houseboat65 - Historic Home on the Nile - Zamalek, Central Cairo a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this apartment will value amenities like a kitchen, kitchens in some apartments, as well as a garden.

Does Houseboat65 - Historic Home on the Nile - Zamalek, Central Cairo have a hot tub?

No, this apartment doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this apartment include breakfast service?

No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this apartment allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this apartment.

Where is the closest airport to this apartment?

The closest major airport to this apartment is Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI), which is 13.9 mi away (41 minutes by car). Another top airport is Giza (SPX-Sphinx Intl.), which is located 26.3 mi away (46-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Houseboat65 - Historic Home on the Nile - Zamalek, Central Cairo?

No, at Houseboat65 - Historic Home on the Nile - Zamalek, Central Cairo, there aren't any apartments that list a balcony.

Houseboat65 - Historic Home on the Nile - Zamalek, Central Cairo Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lydia G.

Liked: Cleanliness

The most amazing stay !!!

This place was an absolute dream and looked even better than the photos! I was lucky to spend a couple of nights here with my husband and two childrens. We travel a lot and this was by far our best Vrbo experience! The Houseboat was filled with beautiful touches, the plates and cups, the bedsheets, artsy decorations, everything was perfect. Paola and Jerome were extremely helpful and responsive. Their recommendations definitely changed the way we visited Cairo and later on Fayoum Oasis. The boat tour also provides such a memorable experience. It was so wonderful to be so centrally located. Mohamed the porter was adorable and would stop a taxi with counter for us whenever we needed one. The Air con heats and cools the whole apartment in a few minutes. The shower was hot and had a great pressure. A one of a kind experience!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023