Despite being small by Cairo's standards, this hotel is situated 20 minutes' drive from the Pyramids and offers its guests a large range of facilities, including a spa where you can gaze onto the Nile from your treadmill and the option of a BMW 7 Series limo from the airport. The hotels style is elegant and expensive with crystal chandeliers, marble floors and Empire-style furniture. There is an eclectic mix of cuisine, with Mediterranean at the Seasons restaurant, oriental by the pool, tea in the lounge as well as a new Thai restaurant. The view from the rooms is either of the Nile or the Pyramids.

Rates: From USD 250.00pn + tax