Single Room
- 1 Single bed
- Shower
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Hostel · Cairo · Cairo
City View Hotel
Overlooking Tahrir Square, this traditional hotel puts the Egyptian Museum across the street and downtown Cairo at your feet.
- Steps from the Egyptian Museum
- Overlooks Tahrir Square
- 24-hour reception and room service
8
Great
1501 reviews
Booking.com 8 · 1501 reviews
About
City View Hotel
City View Hotel occupies a traditional building on El Bostan Street, right on Tahrir Square. The location is its strongest suit: the Egyptian Museum is directly across the road, and MASHRABIA Gallery is a five-minute walk. Public transport links are close by, and the hotel's own restaurant and bar cover meals without needing to venture far.
Rooms are straightforward and comfortable, with air conditioning, private bathrooms, and flat-screen TVs. Several deluxe rooms add a balcony with a city view. The property provides practical touches like a safe deposit box, currency exchange, and an ATM, plus a 24-hour front desk and shuttle service for getting around Cairo.
- Non-smoking property
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Unbeatable central location — Facing Tahrir Square and directly across from the Egyptian Museum, with MASHRABIA Gallery about five minutes away. Public transport is nearby.
- Rooms with views — Several deluxe rooms include a balcony overlooking the square or the museum, and guests consistently note the spaciousness of the rooms compared to European standards.
- Helpful, attentive staff — Guests repeatedly highlight the staff's willingness to assist with tours, restaurant recommendations, and general needs.
- Good breakfast and dining options — The in-house restaurant serves a buffet breakfast that guests describe positively, with a bar and outdoor dining area also available.
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Worth weighing
3 to weigh- Street noise at night — Being on Tahrir Square means constant traffic, and some guests recommend earplugs, especially for rooms facing the street.
- Older property — The hotel is traditional and shows its age, though rooms are described as clean and comfortable.
- Crossing the street can be tricky — The Egyptian Museum is directly across a busy road, and guests note that crossing traffic is a challenge.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Triple Room
- 3 Single beds
- Shower
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Double Room
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Deluxe Single Room Balcony
- 1 Single bed
- City view
- Shower
- Bathtub
- Balcony
Deluxe Double Room Balcony
- 2 Single beds
- City view
- Shower
- Bathtub
- Balcony
Quadruple Room
- 1 Single bed
- Shower
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General
- Non-smoking property
- Free Wi-Fi
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour security
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- ATM/Cash machine
- Safe deposit box
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge area
- Outdoor dining area
- 24-hour room service
Room Amenities
- Air conditioning
- In-room safe
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Hair dryer
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable/Satellite television
- Direct dial telephone
- AM/FM alarm clock
- Carpeted floor
- Curtains
Parking & Transport
- Parking
- Valet parking
- Shuttle service
- Car hire
Services
- Laundry
- Pets allowed
- Wheelchair access
- Children's play area
- Game room
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8/10 from 1,501 reviews
Booking.com · 8 · 1501 reviews
8Verified guest“Excellent view of the square from a spacious room. The bed was soft, and the central location near public transport, the in-house restaurant, and the Egyptian Museum was a big plus.”
8Verified guest“The rooms were exceptionally nice and individual, with a good shower. Overall, the service was great.”
8Verified guest“Stayed two nights and thoroughly enjoyed it. Bright, impressive room with a view of the Egyptian Museum. The location was unbeatable, a short stroll from Elegant Voyage, and they recommended a clean restaurant for dinner.”
8Verified guest“Great breakfast spot with a beautiful view of the Egyptian Museum. The location is convenient, right next to the Goethe Institut.”
8Verified guest“The staff were very kind and always ready to help. The hotel's proximity to Cairo's downtown was perfect.”
8Verified guest“Staff were helpful and attentive, and the location was second to none, across from the Egyptian Museum. The hotel is old (not unusual in Cairo), but rooms are clean and bigger than European hotels of the same star rating. A word of warning: bring earplugs, as road noise outside is deafening at night without them.”
04 — Location
Getting around Cairo
The property sits in Cairo.
Egyptian Museum: Directly across the road from the hotel, this is the city's premier museum. Note that cameras are not allowed inside.
Tahrir Square: The hotel overlooks this historic square, a central point for public transport and a landmark in its own right.
Downtown Cairo: The hotel sits in the heart of downtown, surrounded by shops, restaurants, and the Goethe Institut just next door.
1 El Bostan St Al Tahrir Sq, Cairo, Cairo, 11513, Egypt
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 12:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 12:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Allowed
- Property
- 15 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 12:00 to 23:59, and check-out is by 12:00.
Is parking available at the hotel?
Yes, the hotel offers on-site parking and valet parking.
Can I bring my pet?
Yes, pets are allowed at the property.
Does the hotel have a restaurant?
Yes, there is a restaurant on site, plus a bar/lounge and an outdoor dining area.
Is there a safe in the rooms?
Rooms include an in-room safe, and the hotel also has a safe deposit box at the front desk.
Can I get airport transfer or shuttle service?
The hotel provides a shuttle service and car hire for getting around.
The bottom line
City View Hotel delivers exactly what its name promises: a central Cairo stay with views over Tahrir Square and the Egyptian Museum on your doorstep. The old building and street noise are part of the package, but for a practical, well-run base in the heart of the city, it's hard to beat.
8A traditional, well-located hotel for those who want to be in the middle of Cairo's action.
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