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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Carlton Downtown Cairo in Cairo offers air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, tea and coffee makers, minibars, and free WiFi. Each room includes a TV, parquet floors, and a wardrobe. Dining and Leisure: The hotel features a family-friendly restaurant serving international cuisine, a romantic restaurant, and a bar. Guests can enjoy brunch, lunch, dinner, and high tea in a relaxed setting. Convenient Location: Located 16 km from Cairo International Airport, the hotel is an 18-minute walk from Tahrir Square and 1 km from The Egyptian Museum. Nearby attractions include Al-Azhar Mosque and Cairo Tower. Exceptional Service: Highly rated for its terrace, bar, and attentive staff, the hotel offers a free airport shuttle, 24-hour front desk, and free on-site private parking.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Room service
- 24-hour front desk
- Bar
- Terrace
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Alun
United Kingdom
“Iconic hotel and roof top restaurant / bar. Excellent location for exploring Downtown and accessing the Metro.” - Stephen
Ireland
“Really great place. It's like a living museum. Established in 1935 - I'm not sure much has changed, which is part of its charm. Staff are nice and it's clean - though dated (but with charm!). Love the rooftop bar/restaurant and rooms. Love the old...” - Tony
Ireland
“The staff were friendly and welcoming cannot fault this hotel FANTASTIC Thank you” - Philip
United Kingdom
“Great rooftop restaurant/bar. Hotel is dated but full of charm. In the middle of the hustle and bustle of the city so not quiet, but great central location. Egyptian breakfast was very good. Rooms were clean and beds comfortable. This hotel won't...” - Heinrich
Belgium
“Very charming hotel with beautiful interior and architecture. Great rooftop to hang out and take a delicious breakfast from friendly staff with view over Cairo.” - Shilpa
Czech Republic
“I liked the overall style of the hotel, very vintage and authentic” - Robert
Australia
“Great old hotel with plenty of old world character. Top location close to the museums and Tahrir Square. Abundant shops and restaurants nearby and no touts, unlike Luxor. The 8th floor terrace gives a great view of downtown Cairo, warts and all!...” - Vera
Italy
“The most enthusiastic experience! The old style building of ‘30.. the personal very able to resolve any problem and the magnificent terrazza! A big thanks to Mohammed and Fady!” - Katrina
Australia
“Hotel and staff were great. Bed was comfy but the shower only dribbled out cold water. Balcony view was great. Rooftop restaurant was great too.” - Diane
Spain
“Atmospheric retro hotel with lovely friendly staff. The roof top restaurant provides a very tasty breakfast and oozes retro charm.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Carlton Roof Garden
- CuisineInternational
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Romantic
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

