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Arabesque Hotel

2.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Egyptian Museum

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Lobby sitting area
Lobby sitting area
Lobby
Triple Room | Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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11 Ramses Street, From Abdel Moneam Riyad Square, Cairo, 15562
  • Place, Egyptian Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Talaat Harb Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Tahrir Square
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi

Single Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Quadruple Room | Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi

Quadruple Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Triple Room | Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi

Triple Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi

Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Shared Dormitory

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Cairo

Located in Downtown Cairo, Arabesque Hotel is adjacent to Egyptian Museum and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Tahrir Square. This 30-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, a coffee shop/cafe, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Egyptian Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Talaat Harb Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Midan Talaat Harb - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Tahrir Square - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • American University of Cairo - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Imbaba Station - 6 min drive
  • Nasser Station - 8 min walk
  • Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Executive Lounge Ramses Hilton - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Koshary Abou Tarek - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪OPIA Lounge & Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Bab Al Sharq - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Mazeej Balad - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Arabesque Hotel

Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Egyptian Museum
Guests of Arabesque Hotel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a library, and express check-out. There's limited parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 10.00 per vehicle one-way. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include free newspapers, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
LCD TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Balconies or patios, minibars, and safes are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 1 PM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 10.00 per vehicle (one-way)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 1 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers limited parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Arabesque Hotel?

Arabesque Hotel offers free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see close to Arabesque Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Cairo within a 10-minute walk of Tahrir Square and Egyptian Museum. You'll also find Midan Talaat Harb and Talaat Harb Street less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Arabesque Hotel?

Yes, though parking is limited.

Does Arabesque Hotel have a casino at the property?

No, Arabesque Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Arabesque Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Arabesque Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a minibar as well as a café and free breakfast.

Does Arabesque Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does Arabesque Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Arabesque Hotel serves free continental breakfast each morning from its cafe.

Will Arabesque Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Arabesque Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at Arabesque Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Arabesque Hotel?

The closest major airport to Arabesque Hotel is Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI), which is 12.6 mi away (34 minutes by car). Another top airport is Giza (SPX-Sphinx Intl.), which is located 26.9 mi away (45-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Arabesque Hotel?

Yes, every guestroom at Arabesque Hotel comes with a balcony with some featuring city views.

Arabesque Hotel Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 38 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

3.4/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Irene, TORRANCE

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

2/10 Terrible

Zafar, Doha

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
horrible staff. lied to us about Ac. room full of mosquitoes. Had to sleep put of the room on floor
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness
If price is your main concern, this is the place. They do not provide towels for guests. It is primarily a hostel, but there are private rooms available. There is no heat in the rooms so bring warm clothes to sleep in the winter as it gets chilly. You may also have to ask for toilet tissue. It is not easy for drivers to find so be sure to use Uber or GPS. You will however, get the real experience of downtown Cairo as it is in a primarily residential/auto parts distribution area. I wanted more of a local experience rather than a touristy feel, so I got that.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

6/10 Okay

Onuche

Liked: Room comfort

Nice Hotel

The hotel is in a nice environment and location. I had to ask for almost everything before it was provided. They are friendly and very nice people in the hotel. Internet and breakfast was free. It's an good hotel generally.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Saher

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Great location but rooms need improvement

This is a perfect place location-wise. Easy access and close proximity to a great range of tourist attractions. The customer service was friendly too. However, the rooms and the hotel's condition could be made better and proper maintenance of air conditioners could greatly enhance their functioning
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Soraya, Beirut

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2018

6/10 Okay

Daniel, Kuwait

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Cheap near the eygptian museum

Friendly staff free coffee, egg and rolls in morning
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best view in all of Cairo

Thanx to arabesque staff. I had a good time and comforted staying. The room is super and lovely view. Clean bed sheet. Bathroom is always clean. I strongly recommend to everyone to stay here. It's very close to many shops and restaurants . Thanx for all your support arabesque and team work .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place to stay.

Nice and clean hotel to stay. Very friendly and helpfull Staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2018

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Really dirty hotel

When I saw inside the hotels room I got shocked because of the wall and dump it had dust all over the room and I cleaned it all by myself I can send you the pictures of the wall of my room you can see cats opening the rubbish bag and eating it in the corridoor.
Stayed 17 nights in Dec 2017

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Old horror movies Hotel.

That you get what you paid for couldn't be more accurate for this Hotel, doors that wouldn't close, wind is on the verge of falling apart, air conditioning units that don't work. Eventhough we booked en suite rooms, towels weren't provided, we had to wake the receptionist up and almost beg him for our breakfast. The room seemed to not have been cleaned in a few days, my children room wouldn't close so the resort to block the door with a fridge. As for the positive points it's close to many atractions and Restaurants. I wouldn't recommend this Hotel if you're traveling with children however if you are backpacking your way through Egypt this is a good place to stay and save some money in the process, just lower your expectations to a minimum.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nasty abandoned place offered as a hotel.

Attention! These pictures are fake. This place is actually an abandoned building with rooms full of mold, nothing is clean and the covers of the beds are brown-dirty, never been washed. Bed sheets stained. Also, during the night the rooms are cold in December and noisy at all times. Check the pictures I took if you don't believe me.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

2/10 Terrible

Eduardo , Egypt

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Didn’t answer the door, had to stay elsewhere

We arrived at Cairo airport at 2:45 am Thursday and our taxi driver drove around for 45 minutes just to find the place. Once finally found the door was not answered and we had to find another hotel. We want our money refunded.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place, great value

Great place, service and value. Better than other options, amd ideally located in center of town.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect for Cairo visit

Great location hotel and good value for money. Staff really make this place special though. Mohammed on the desk downstairs is the hotel trip advisor. He was brilliant. So helpful and friendly he made me feel so welcome. It is the staff that make this place. If you want day trips to Giza, Alexandria etc then Mohammed will sort it for you. Ask for Helmey to drive you. This guy is amazing, so genuine and honest. By the time I left Cairo I felt like part of his family. A real gentleman. He doesn't get paid much but still gives away his money to beggars in the street. 'It is Allah's will' he will tell you. If only the world had more Helmeys it would be a wonderful place. BOOK THIS HOTEL and BOOK HELMEY as your driver
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2017

6/10 Okay

Muhammad, Oman

Nice hotel at downtown of Cairo.

Hotel is nice, easy access all places from here for business and tourist places
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2017

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

terrible hotel

it was not pleasant. hotel was NOT clean, rooms were dirty, my BED BROKE down- and when i asked to change the room, the manager came and simply 'fixed' the broken bed by rearranging the wooden ribs underneath. Blankets fell on the floor during this.. anyways, i dont think i will be able to sleep in a room in this hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Don't bother.

Cockroach in bathroom. Incompetent and unhelpful receptionist. Took over 30 minutes to find a key
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

6/10 Okay

Jackie & Chris, Oklahoma, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Scary till we tried it then fine.

When we got to Cairo we had requested a pickup but ezpedia mail was having problems getting a response back. We waited for our free pickup about 30 minutes then took a cab. The area was so so but we were scared as there was sign outside but one inside. But to get to hotel you had to call fhem but our phones didn't work. Finally a guest leaving that spoke English called for us. Lobby kinda dirty but room was great, spotless, and cold air, great location & staff. We could walk to Egy. Museum in a few minutes. Down side only 1 towel for 2 guests but lots of hot water.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

2/10 Terrible

khalid, egypt

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

V bad

All the photos we seen before at expedia nit real and maybe v old In reality v old furniture
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Based on the price, it was a good value. The best part of the hotel was the very accomodating and friendly staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

London to Downtown cairo

100% very good I've stayed here many times the stuff are always very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2017

6/10 Okay

Ramli, Sudan

Liked: Staff & service

A place to spend the night.

I spent two night at Arabesque Hotel, I enjoyed my stay as the staff are very helpful and friendly. I recommend this place for those who are not looking for luxury but a place to spend the night. Considering the price and the location, Arabesque hotel is very satisfying. The advantage is that it is located at the famous Tahrir square and is in a walkable distance to the metro station, not to mention the numerous markets, coffee houses and restaurants. It is worth mentioning that the rooms to the west side are noisy as they are located near to the streets, but the view is worth it. The lobby has an arabic sitting theme, sometimes hot but the morning breeze is always refreshing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017