- Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
- A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, are 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.
- The following credit cards are accepted: American Express, Diners Club, Discover, JCB International, MasterCard, and Visa.
- The hotel provides transfers from the airport (fees apply). To make arrangements, contact the property with arrival details prior to travel, using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
- No cribs or infant beds are available.
Intercontinental Cairo Semiramis
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At check out the hotel informed me that they did not get their money from expedia/orbitz and forced me to submit my credit card and charged me. They claim it may or may not be resolved but they won’t let me leave without paying. When I said let’s call orbitz they refused and I was told If I don’t pay they wont let me go. So instead of resolving their issue with orbitz they rather do it with me even though i am ambassador status with them. Talk about customer service
Location is amazing, within walking distance to Tahrir Square and shops. Beautiful hotel with clean rooms and amazing staff. Needs to be updated though.
Safe hotel that is clean and has many good restaurants.
Fantastic trip, great location. Only improvement would be to provide more day trips out. We crossed the bridge to the Novotel hotel and picked up a great day trip.
Room view was excellent. Good view of the Nile. Close to many restaurants.
WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE. THIS HOTEL IS A REAL "OASIS" IN EL CAIRO. THE BEST THAI FOOD IN THE SECOND FLOOR RESTAURANT. ITS STAFF IS VERY PROFESSIONAL.
Thank heavens we had such a nice place to return to after touring the pyramids, riding camels, eating dust and fighting traffic. The breakfast buffet is fabulous as is the Sushi bar. The staff was very helpful and friendly.
The hotel is okay, I do not feel safe due to the trouble in this area, sound of gun fire all night, wish I could get my money back and go to a different hotel.
The room was pretty standard, but considering that for the same $220 per night you can stay at the Venetian in Las Vegas, the Intercontinental is quite pricey for what you get. Internet was not free, but not overly expensive, although the speed wasn't very fast. The Lebanese restaurant has great quality food, although pricey. The location is really good as it is in the middle of down town, and you can walk to the Egypt museum in 10 minutes, and a short 4 metro stops will take you directly to the Hanging Church. There was a wedding on one of the days we stayed there, and they blasted the music from the 2nd floor restaurants so loudly that when talking to the reception, I couldn't hear him talk from across the counter. However, I guess that is normal for middle eastern weddings. Breakfast buffet was fairly good, but for the same $30 per person, the buffet in Las Vegas blows this away.
This was a luxury hotel - pretty much top-notch in terms of services, room and such. We ate there several times - very pricey, especially with the 25%+ service fees and taxes added on. Food was good. We got good service - the desk manager was most accommodating and the business center allowed me short-time access to my email for no fee (the only hotel of 6 to do this for me). Overall it was a positive experience and a great refuge from the cacophony of Cairo.
It was really special, I will recommend this Hotel to my family, friends, and colleagues.
WE ENJOYED THE LEVEL OF SERVICE IN THE ROOM, CLEAN VERY ACCOMODATING STAFF, EXCELLENT FOOD PROCURED THROUGH ROOM SERVICE. SO FIRST CLASS TOPS BUT THE LOBBY NOT UP TO PAR. IT IS LARGE ANONYMOUS MULTIPLE BANKS OF ELEVATORS..THE SORT OF UPSCALE SCENARIO ONE WOULD EXCEPT AT AT AIRPORT HOTEL, BUT NOT IN THE CITY...
HOTEL RECEPTION STAFF WERE NOT HELPFUL. CHECK IN / OUT TOOK TOO LONG DO NOT USE THE TOUR GUIDE SERVICE PROVIDED BY HOTEL GUEST SERVICES; OUR GUIDE SPENT A LOT TIME TAKING US TO "GOVERNMENT" STORES AND SHOPS; AND NOT TO THE MUSEUMS, ETC... THE RESTAURANTS AND SHOPS IN THE HOTEL WERE VERY GOOD. THE AIRPORT PICK UP / DROP OFF SERVICE PROVIDED BY THE HOTEL WAS GOOD.
If you take traveler's checks take your bank receipt or you will have a difficult time in Cairo cashing them. Not so difficult at the Red Sea resorts. Also be prepared if you get any assistance, baggage or what not they will expect pay and they try to grab your bags even if you tell them no.
Hotel highlights
- Walking distance to Egyptian Museum
- Free WiFi in rooms and public areas
- Onsite dining
- Casino
Egyptian Museum is a short stroll from Intercontinental Cairo Semiramis, and other popular attractions like Coptic Museum are within a mile (2 km). This 5-star hotel has 726 guestrooms and offers a casino, free in-room WiFi, and a nightclub. Located in central Cairo, the hotel is also near Cairo Tower and Museum of Islamic Art.
Dining
This hotel is home to 6 onsite restaurants, perfect for a quick bite to eat. Savor a meal from the privacy of your room with 24-hour room service, or get a pick-me-up at the coffee shop/café. Start your day off with breakfast, available for a fee.
Rooms
The 726 rooms are air-conditioned and have an array of amenities, including balconies, minibars, and coffee makers. 32-inch LCD TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries, and beds are dressed in Egyptian cotton sheets. Free bottled water, safes, and phones are other standard amenities.
Property features
Guests staying at Intercontinental Cairo Semiramis enjoy access to a casino, a nightclub, and free WiFi in public areas. Valet parking is EGP 165.00 per day if you plan to drive, or hop aboard the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for EGP 1820 per person one way. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with dry cleaning/laundry, concierge services, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include 7 meeting rooms, a conference center, and a 24-hour business center.
Guest reviews for Intercontinental Cairo Semiramis
Everyone
At check out the hotel informed me that they did not get their money from expedia/orbitz and forced me to submit my credit card and charged me. They claim it may or may not be resolved but they won’t let me leave without paying. When I said let’s call orbitz they refused and I was told If I don’t pay they wont let me go. So instead of resolving their issue with orbitz they rather do it with me even though i am ambassador status with them. Talk about customer service
great views of the nile.
Everyone
Location is amazing, within walking distance to Tahrir Square and shops. Beautiful hotel with clean rooms and amazing staff. Needs to be updated though.
Review comment
Sameh Fouad responded on Nov 1, 2017
Thank you for your reviews
nice hotel. good room with fairly comfortable bed.
Everyone
Safe hotel that is clean and has many good restaurants.
Review comment
Sameh Fouad responded on May 26, 2017
Thank you
cairo
Singles
Fantastic trip, great location. Only improvement would be to provide more day trips out. We crossed the bridge to the Novotel hotel and picked up a great day trip.
short stay
Couples
Room view was excellent. Good view of the Nile. Close to many restaurants.
doraduquet
Families
WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE. THIS HOTEL IS A REAL "OASIS" IN EL CAIRO. THE BEST THAI FOOD IN THE SECOND FLOOR RESTAURANT. ITS STAFF IS VERY PROFESSIONAL.
jewel of the nile
Couples
Thank heavens we had such a nice place to return to after touring the pyramids, riding camels, eating dust and fighting traffic. The breakfast buffet is fabulous as is the Sushi bar. The staff was very helpful and friendly.
last night i could not sleep, the sound of gun fire was all night and that is very scary
Families
The hotel is okay, I do not feel safe due to the trouble in this area, sound of gun fire all night, wish I could get my money back and go to a different hotel.
great location. a bit pricey for what you get for us standards
Couples
The room was pretty standard, but considering that for the same $220 per night you can stay at the Venetian in Las Vegas, the Intercontinental is quite pricey for what you get. Internet was not free, but not overly expensive, although the speed wasn't very fast. The Lebanese restaurant has great quality food, although pricey. The location is really good as it is in the middle of down town, and you can walk to the Egypt museum in 10 minutes, and a short 4 metro stops will take you directly to the Hanging Church. There was a wedding on one of the days we stayed there, and they blasted the music from the 2nd floor restaurants so loudly that when talking to the reception, I couldn't hear him talk from across the counter. However, I guess that is normal for middle eastern weddings. Breakfast buffet was fairly good, but for the same $30 per person, the buffet in Las Vegas blows this away.
don't have one
Couples
This was a luxury hotel - pretty much top-notch in terms of services, room and such. We ate there several times - very pricey, especially with the 25%+ service fees and taxes added on. Food was good. We got good service - the desk manager was most accommodating and the business center allowed me short-time access to my email for no fee (the only hotel of 6 to do this for me). Overall it was a positive experience and a great refuge from the cacophony of Cairo.
Dear Mr. Khaled, Thank you for your reviews, We will check your case with the front office and we will reply back to you shortly.