Sofitel El Gezirah
3 El Thawra Council St Zamalek,
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location. the Sofitel El Gezirah is located in cairo, egypt, within two kilometres of the ancient artefacts of the egyptian museum and the city's opera house. The historic centre of cairo is six kilometres from the hotel. Opera metro station is 800 metres away.
hotel features. teetering on the edge of the nile, this canary-coloured high-rise hotel has undergone recent renovation under the eye of french interior designer pierre-yves rochon. Rochon's touches include a full-length arched window in the lobby from which guests can overlook the river. Multilingual staff at the 24 hour front desk keep a safe deposit box. There is also a concierge desk, delicatessen and hair salon on site.
Sofitel El Gezirah has five restaurants all with terraces. El kebabgy serves middle eastern specialities while vendome provides international fine dining. Bar/restaurants budda, sud and paradise island serve international and mediterranean dishes.
Business services include 11 multi-functional meeting rooms, secretarial services and wireless internet access (surcharge).
In addition to indoor and outdoor swimming pools, Sofitel El Gezirah offers a health spa including sauna, turkish baths, massage service and more unique treatments such as thalassotherapy. For guests willing to gamble there is an onsite casino.
guestrooms. the 433 air-conditioned guestrooms are decorated in neutral tones with crisp white bedding and pine wood furnishings. Balconies provide views over the city. Amenities include satellite television, direct-dial phones and wireless internet access (surcharge). Complimentary newspapers and bottled water are provided.
expert tip. cairo's bustling heart can be found in the khan El-khalili district. A historic shopping area packed with backroom factories and workshops, the suq (market) was established in the 14th century.
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Check-in: 4 p.m.
Check-out: 11 a.m.
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Directions:
From Cairo International Airport (Cai):
Distance To Sofitel El Gezirah Is 19 Kilometres, Approximately 45 Minutes' Drive.
Getting There. Taxis For Central Cairo Can Be Found In Front Of The Arrivals Hall. The Fare Should Be Negotiated Prior To Departure, And Should Cost Around 70-80 Egp. Buses Run Between The Airport And Central Cairo, And Airport Bus Services Run From Terminal 1 (Old Airport). The Number 400 Bus Leaves About Every 30 Minutes Throughout The Day, And Hourly At Night. Prices Are All Subject To Change.
Getting Around. The Cheap And Reliable Metro System Is The Best Way To Explore Cairo. Minibuses And Buses Are A Common Form Of Transport, However, Taxis Are A Good Alternative. A River Bus Travels Down The Nile From Cairo. Boats Leave Regularly For The University. Every Other Boat Continues On To Rhoda, Manial, Masr Al Qadima (Old Cairo), And Giza. Driving Is Not Advised For Visitors, Due To Congestion In The City.
Airports 
- Cairo International Airport (CAI) - 12.2 miles (19.6 km)
Distances are calculated as the crow flies, and are provided as an aid in planning only. UndercoverTourist.com is not responsible for their accuracy.
Facilities & Rooms
Hotel Facilities
- 24 Hour Security,
- Air-Conditioned Public Areas,
- Atm/Banking,
- Babysitting Or Child Care,
- Bar/Lounge,
- Barbecue Grill(s),
- Beauty Services,
- Breakfast Services,
- Business Center,
- Casino,
- Cell Phone/Mobile Rental,
- Comp Newspapers In Lobby,
- Computer Rental,
- Concierge Desk,
- Concierge Services,
- Conference Room(s),
- Currency Exchange,
- Dry Cleaning Service,
- Elevator/Lift,
- Elevator/Lift Attendant,
- Event Catering,
- Exhibit Space,
- Express Check-In,
- Fitness Equipment,
- Floor Butler,
- Full-Service Health Spa,
- Grocery,
- Hair Salon,
- Health Club,
- Internet Public Area - Surcharge,
- Internet Public Area - Wireless,
- Library,
- Massage-Treatment Room,
- Medical Assistance Available,
- Parking (Surcharge),
- Parking (Valet),
- Parking Garage,
- Poolside Bar,
- Restaurant(s),
- Room Service (24 Hours),
- Safe-Deposit Box,
- Secretarial Services,
- Security Guard,
- Shoe Shine,
- Shopping On Site,
- Spa Services On Site,
- Suitable For Children,
- Swimming Pool - Indoor,
- Swimming Pool - Outdoor,
- Technology Helpdesk,
- Television In Lobby,
- Translation Services,
- Umbrella,
- Wedding Services
Room Types
- Deluxe Room For 1 Person,
- Deluxe Room For 2 Persons,
- Deluxe Suite For 1 Person,
- Deluxe Suite For 2 Persons,
- Executive Suite For 1 Person,
- Executive Suite For 2 Persons,
- Superior King For 1 Person,
- Superior King For 2 Persons,
- Superior Suite For 1 Person,
- Superior Suite For 2 Persons,
- Superior Twin For 1 Person,
- Superior Twin For 2 Persons
Room Amenities
- Balcony,
- Bathrobes,
- Bathroom Telephone,
- Blackout Drapes,
- Bottled Water In Room (Complim,
- Cable/Satellite Tv,
- Child Care (In Room, Surcharge,
- Climate Control,
- Clock Radio,
- Complimentary Newspaper,
- Cribs (Infant Beds) Available,
- Designer Toiletries,
- Direct-Dial Phone,
- Electronic/Magnetic Keys,
- Extra Towels/Bedding In Room,
- Hair Dryer,
- Handheld Shower,
- Housekeeping,
- In-Room Safe,
- Internet Access - High Speed,
- Internet Access - Surcharge,
- Internet Access - Wireless,
- Iron/Ironing Board (On Request,
- Makeup Mirror,
- Minibar,
- Private Bathroom,
- Rollaway Beds,
- Sewing Kit,
- Slippers,
- Smoking Rooms,
- Turndown Service,
- Voice Mail,
- Wake-Up Calls,
- Welcome Amenities,
- Wheelchair Accessible,
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