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Cairo Marriott Hotel and Omar Khayyam Casino

16 Saray El Gezira Street, Zamalek, CAIRO, 11211, Egypt
Cairo Marriott Hotel and Omar Khayyam Casino
Real Traveler Rating: 4.5 out of 5 based on 28 reviews from 4 sources
Highly Recommended
Clean: Rating of 4.4 out of 5
Service: Rating of 4.2 out of 5
Location: Rating of 4.1 out of 5
Value: Rating of 3.5 out of 5
Room: Rating of 4.6 out of 5
call to book: 1-800-546-4167 hotels.com
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Highly Recommended
Based on 28 reviews
from 4 sources
  • Overall: Rating of 4.5 out of 5

    "The Cario Marriot is a great hotel, after all it was once a palace." source Hotels.com

    "Highly recommended for any traveler willing to pay for the luxury and location." source Priceline

    "It's a good & nice Hotel, we had a very good stay, and i recommend this Hotel to all of my friends,I stayed at this Hotel with my wife and it was first time in Cairo, i did not expect much, but what i've seen is really above my expectation and i will try to go back again whenever possible." source Travelocity

    "The hotel staff was friendly, I recommend the coffee shop which has some great pastries." source Expedia

    "I would definitely recommend the Cairo Marriot." source Hotels.com

  • Service: Rating of 4.2 out of 5

    "For the price we paid I would have expected much higher service, particularly from a 'luxury' hotel. The rooms were nice, the hotel is beautiful, the service workers were the most helpful and kind." source Hotels.com

    "They work 24 hours in pool, health club & some outlets, also the room service, which was great." source Travelocity

    "Rooms boring Mariott standard but old palace beautiful, outside cafeÂ’s charming and service wonderful." source Expedia

    "However, the service of the people could use some improvement." source Hotels.com

    "Watch out for a 12% "service charge" on your room rate." source Travelocity

  • Location: Rating of 4.1 out of 5

    "Probably best located hotel in Cairo." source Hotels.com

    "On the outside pool area, the Arabian Night-life was geat." source Expedia

  • Room: Rating of 4.6 out of 5

    "I once ordered a Pizza from Dominoz Pizza, and the hotel did not allow the delivery guy to deliver the pizaa to my room, and they refused to let somebody from the hotel to send it to my room either." source Expedia

    "Great bakery, great grounds, wonderful room, all around amazing." source Expedia

More information on Cairo Marriott Hotel and Omar Khayyam Casino

Cairo Marriott Hotel and Omar Khayyam Casino, located in Zamalek, in the heart of Cairo, is perfect for weekend getaways, vacations and business travel. The twin towers of this landmark hotel, rising 20 stories high, provide magnificent views of the Nile or six acres of palace gardens. Sparkling with 977 updated rooms, 112 elegant suites, 15 dining outlets, casino and over 35,500 square feet of meeting and banquet space, Cairo Marriott Hotel is your ideal choice for meetings, conventions, events and weddings. A stay at this hotel ensures that you enjoy the best of everything Cairo has to offer, with area attractions such as the Pyramids of Giza, Khan el Khalili, Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, Cairo Opera House, the sights of old Cairo and several dining options just minutes away. To unwind, relax by the side of one of the largest pools in Cairo or at Caf? Promenade and watch history pass you by. Of course, no stay in Cairo is complete without experiencing the hidden marvels of the palace, built in 1869., Three of the six elevators in our Gezira Tower will be out of service for maintenance from April 21, 2009 through August 31, 2009.

Check-in Time:

1500

Check-out Time:

1200

Total Floors:

20

Rooms:

1089

Directions

City - Location Type: City

Area

Tahrir Square, Cairo

Dining

Waves Snack BarFeaturing sandwiches, snacks and beverages next to our outdoor pool.Omar's CafeComprehensive breakfast buffet, Fish Market every Thursday evening,a la carte menu 24 hours.The Marriott BakeryFreshly made pastries, bread croissants, sandwiches & variety of coffee&drinks.Piano BarAn extensive selection of beverages include classic and contemporary martinis & live pianist from 8.00 PM till midnight.Roy's Country KitchenAmerican style breakfast, lunch and dinner buffets, a la carte menu available, open 24 hours.Garden Promenade CafeAn extensive selection of dishes and your favorite beverages served in a unique outdoor setting.Egyptian NightsFeaturing authentic Oriental food and atmosphere, Shisha ( Water Pipe Corner ), Entertainment Band from 20:30 till 00:30,Ristorante TuscanyServing fine Northern Italian cuisine including grilled meat and fish specialties.Saraya CafeFreshly made pasta, pizzas, salads and desserts.Harry's PubCairo 's most authentic English pub serving real English pub grub & a wide selection of imported beverages. Entertainment from 22:00 till 02:00 amJW's SteakhouseThe best steakhouse in Cairo, serving the finest quality imported steaks and American beefToriiThe most authentic Japanese restaurant in Cairo,serving nutritious sushi, sashimi and noodle dishes. available to eat in or take away.Empress Entertainment LoungeA host of glittering stars to entertain you including the most famous singers and belly dancers.Lobby BarSnacks, Cakes, Hot Drinks, Soft Drinks, Fresh Juices, Beer, WineThe Fish Market ( Only on Thursdays )Delicious and Fresh SeafoodAlmaz Movie Theater- Now Screening Teer Enta ( Arabic ) and Gran Torino ( AmeriAlmaz Open Air Movie Theater, Two Movies screened every dayRoom ServiceRoom Service available 24/7 to be served in guest's roomAbou El Sid ResturantTypical Traditional Egyptian FoodAkher SaaTypical Egyptian Food , Foul & FalafelEl ShabrawyEgyptian Food

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