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"Worst airport transportation ever! Hotel arranged a morning private car to airport. Driver and I discussed going to terminal 3 at Cairo airport. We confirmed it was Egyptair international flight (which he says always goes out on terminal 3). Next thing I knew we were at the airport. He asked something unintelligible about luggage as if he didn’t want to take them out of the trunk which he later did. When I tipped him 200 Egyptian pounds he said “US dollar good; Egyptian money no good.” Next thing I found out he left me at terminal 2 instead of 3 and he had already taken off! Left stranded I had to walk through unmarked ramps and roads to get to terminal 3 with my wife and 4 pieces of luggage. Never will come back again. "

"Amazing views and great staff "

"Don’t believe the pictures you see on the website…at least not yet! They claim they are renovating to the level that is shown. They may have one or two rooms now (just for the pictures?!?!?) but the majority of the rooms are ~60% there. For instance, our shower had no barrier glass to contain the water. Water was anll over the bathroom floor. And I highly doubt you’ll get the same price once the property is fully renovated. Things to note: no air conditioners in the rooms (at least not yet, but it didn’t look likely for the future). The breakfast is nominal at best - you get what you pay for. It’s downtown so it’s going to be loud due to the constant honking of cars on the street. (The driving here is mayhem!) Last hint, to no fault of the hotel: if you arrive late night, don’t be surprised upon arrival. We’re told its overall safe, but it looks super sketchy and dirty - by American/Western standards. That’s Cairo. During the day, it’s hustle and bustle downtown. Also expect the Islamic “call to prayer” at 4:00 in the morning - every morning! Viaje: You need to be more upfront with potential customers about the current condition of the hotel. We got blind-sided for sure. "

"Loved the grounds and especially the M Club!"

"Stayed in a room with a balcony overlooking the pyramids and the view was truly unbeatable! The property is located on the street right off of the exit of the Giza pyramid plateau, so while we had a driver pick us up to get to the entrance for our sightseeing tour (10- minute drive) we were able to stay longer in the plateau area after our scheduled tour ended and then simply walked back 3 minutes on foot to the hotel, which was extremely convenient and saved us from having to find another ride back. The room was clean and modern-ish, though the bathroom could use a bit of work. The shower is not enclosed so water spills all over the floor and at times there was a funky smell coming from the drain in the bathroom. It is also worth noting that the street below the hotel room we were in was very busy and quite loud at every hour of the day, with lots of construction happening at night (10 pm - 3 am) and some music playing until fairly late. If you're a light sleeper, I would recommend bringing ear plugs. The breakfast buffet was solid and had many options (e.g. Egyptian dishes, rolls + pastries, yogurt, fruit, etc) and the staff was extremely friendly. Bottled water was free for guests which we really appreciated! Our favorite aspect of this hotel was the rooftop patio overlooking the pyramids, which was stunning both for morning breakfast and dinner. Dinner was a la cart, very reasonably prices, and very good. Would stay here again!"

"We really enjoyed our stay at Sofitel Downtown. The staff particularly are really friendly and helpful. The location by the Nile was perfect for walks down the Corniche. The food was good at all their restaurants, the concierge set us up with our guide for three days at prices that were comparable to others per my research. I wish I had booked some time at the Spa, but the pool was lovely too. I’d highly recommend this hotel. "

"I really enjoyed my stay, especially the incredible view of the pyramids — it was truly special. The staff were kind, welcoming, and always helpful. The location is convenient for visiting the pyramids, the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), and is relatively close to Sphinx International Airport, which makes it a good value option for short stays and sightseeing. That said, it’s important to know what to expect: the neighborhood is quite loud, with barking dogs at night, and there is a noticeable amount of dirt and trash in the surrounding area. Giza has a very different feel compared to central Cairo. For getting around, I mostly used Uber, which worked well overall. However, it’s worth planning rides in advance, as occasionally drivers may ask for additional cash payments outside the app. In such cases, it’s best to stick to the agreed price in the app. Overall, a good value stay if you come prepared and know what to expect."

"Clean room"

"Well worth it if you’re looking to stay in Giza near the pyramids vs. in Cairo. The staff was kind and the communication was prompt. The view from the rooftop is amazing. "