Ramses Hilton

On the banks of the River Nile in the heart of Cairo, a Nile-side luxury hotel just steps from the Egyptian Museum and Cairo Opera House. About 45 minutes from Cairo International Airport and within easy reach of the Pyramids and Sphinx, it’s a prime base for sightseeing and city life.

The property has 811 guestrooms and suites with private balconies offering Nile or city views, pillowtop beds with Egyptian cotton, minibars and LED TVs. Rooms feel classic and comfortable with modern touches. Families are welcome — there’s a bespoke Family Experience for children under 12 with Kids Welcome, a dedicated Kids Breakfast and a kids menu.

Try your luck at the onsite casino, cool off in the heated outdoor pool with river views, or sip cocktails at a rooftop lounge on the 36th floor. There’s a fitness center, spa and sauna, a nightclub, poolside bar, shopping galleria with around 250 shops, concierge services, babysitting (surcharge) and complimentary wireless internet. Complimentary shuttle service to nearby shops and nightly evening receptions round out the offerings.

Full business center, conference space (about 8,708 sq ft) and seven meeting rooms plus a ballroom for large events. Limo/town-car service, dry cleaning and high-speed internet make it easy to mix work and play.

A range of on-site venues covers global and regional flavors: an all-day Terrace Café, British-style pub, authentic Indian restaurant, Mediterranean grill, airy café and breezy lounge & grill. Opia rooftop lounge & bar serves skyline cocktails. Buffet breakfasts are available and 24-hour room service, coffee shops and a poolside bar keep things flexible.