Nile Smart

Moored in Cairo’s Maadi district, about 8 km from downtown and roughly 29 km from Cairo International Airport. It’s around 1 km from Maadi Metro Station and close to Cairo University, Orman Botanical Gardens and the American University of Cairo, with the Egyptian Museum and the Great Sphinx within easy reach.

This 5-star houseboat hotel has 45 air-conditioned rooms with minibars, flat-screen TVs and private bathrooms with showers. The property blends a relaxed river-side vibe with garden pockets and an outdoor pool for easy downtime after sightseeing.

Expect an outdoor pool, BBQ area, bar, coffee shop and an on-site restaurant. Complimentary wired and wireless internet, concierge and a gift shop/newsstand keep things handy; on-site parking (charges may apply), airport shuttle (surcharge), tour desk, transfers, laundry, dry cleaning and an elevator are also available.

A conference hall and a 24-hour business center support meetings and events. Complimentary wired and wireless internet and a 24-hour front desk round out business-ready services.

Dine on local Egyptian flavors at the restaurant, grab a snack in the café or unwind at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:30–9:30, and room service is available during limited hours.