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Cosmopolitan Hotel Cairo, Cairo

Four-star hotel on Shar'a Ibn Talaab in central Cairo, with standard and superior rooms, an on-site restaurant, spa and complimentary Wi-Fi.

At a glance

Length
1 days · 0 nights
Departs
Daily
Board
Bed & Breakfast
Class
4-star

The short answer

Cosmopolitan Hotel Cairo is a one-night hotel stay in central Cairo near Qasr Al-Nile, arranged through Discovery Tours Egypt.
  • Cultural
  • Photography
Best for
  • Couples

Snapshot

Good to know

Duration
1 night
Travel style
Central city hotel
Accommodation
4-Star Hotel
Destinations
Cairo
Includes
Room accommodation at the published rate · Free Wi-Fi in guest rooms and public areas · Use of hotel public areas · Front desk concierge services · On-site parking available, charges not specified
Best for
Central Cairo stays · Business travellers · Museum visitors · Travellers seeking on-site dining
  • The property is listed as a four-star hotel.
  • The supplied address is 1 Shar'A Ibn Talaab, off Shar'A Qasr Al-Nile.
  • The stated room categories are standard and superior.
  • The listing identifies complimentary Wi-Fi, an on-site restaurant, a spa, concierge services and on-site parking.
  • Discovery Tours Egypt is a licensed Egyptian tour operator and arranges the booking.
  • The rate is described as per room per night, with meals dependent on the selected board basis.

02Overview

A first look

The Cosmopolitan Hotel Cairo is available as a one-night stopover in our Cairo programmes. We book it when clients need straightforward transfer logistics and an early departure the next day.

Background

The facts

Cosmopolitan Hotel Cairo is a four-star hotel in central Cairo, at 1 Shar'A Ibn Talaab, off Shar'A Qasr Al-Nile. It offers standard and superior rooms for city stays, with an on-site restaurant, spa, complimentary Wi-Fi and concierge services.

The Qasr Al-Nile address gives road access to Downtown Cairo, the Nile Corniche and the Egyptian Museum area. Cairo road travel times vary with traffic and time of day.

The hotel is in Cairo, Egypt's capital and a major centre for government, business and cultural institutions.

The published room rate is per room per night. Breakfast is not automatically included, and meals depend on the selected board basis. Spa treatments, laundry or valet charges, applicable city taxes and airport transfers are separate unless included in your booking.

Named in this entry

The Cosmopolitan Hotel in Cairo·Cairo·Egypt·Shar'A Ibn Talaab·Shar'A Qasr Al-Nile·Qasr Al-Nile·Downtown Cairo·Nile Corniche·Egyptian Museum·Nile River

Suited to

Is this for you?

Yes, if

  • This hotel suits couples, solo travellers and business visitors who want a central Cairo base with Wi-Fi, concierge support and an on-site restaurant. It also works for first-time visitors and independent travellers who prioritise access to central museums and business districts over resort-style facilities.

Maybe not, if

  • Choose another stay if you want a resort with extensive leisure facilities or need a confirmed breakfast-inclusive rate without selecting Bed & Breakfast. Families relying on smooth, step-free routes outside the hotel may find central Cairo pavements and traffic difficult to manage.

What lingers

  • 01We reserve the Cosmopolitan for short overnight stopovers and day-use before early departures.
  • 02Central Cairo base; we arrange private transfers to Cairo International Airport and meet-and-greet on arrival.
  • 03Short private excursions to the Egyptian Museum and Tahrir Square are available; our Egyptologists lead bespoke half-day tours.
  • 04Suitable base before domestic flights – we arrange domestic transfers to Luxor and Aswan with early-morning departures.
  • 05We can book additional services: airport fast-track, private cars, and extra nights at the Cosmopolitan Hotel Cairo.

Honest assessment

Real trade-offs from our experience managing this tour.

Highlights

  • Central Qasr Al-Nile address for museum and business-district visits
  • Standard and superior rooms offer a clear room-category choice
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi is available in rooms and public areas
  • On-site restaurant and spa provide options within the hotel
  • Concierge services and on-site parking are available

Things to Consider

  • Breakfast is not included unless Bed & Breakfast is selected
  • Spa treatments and wellness packages cost extra
  • Central Cairo traffic can make short road journeys slow
  • Urban pavements and congestion can complicate stroller use

Worth knowing

How this compares

Many Cairo visitors choose accommodation outside the city centre; this hotel is in central Cairo, with road access to Downtown Cairo and the Nile Corniche. Unlike a resort stay, its setting is urban, and traffic can affect journeys to museums and other districts.

Choose your room

Featured rooms

Deluxe Double Room – Safir Hotel Cairo

Deluxe Double Room

  • 20 m²
  • 1 Double bed
  • Sleeps 3

1 Double Bed 213 sq feet, located on the top floor Internet - Free WiFi 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices) Entertainment - 43-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels Food & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), 24-hour room service, and free bottled water Sleep - Memory foam bed, premium bedding, a pillow menu, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, and rainfall showerhead Practical - Dining table; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (surcharge) available on request Comfort - Fresh bed sheets (on request), fresh towels (on request), and air conditioning Smoking Room/bed type depends on availability at check-in

From

Single
£52/night
Twin / Double
£29pps/night
Triple
£27pps/night
Enquire

Deluxe Double Room(1 Double Bed)

    From

    Single
    £50/night
    Twin / Double
    £28pps/night
    Triple
    £26pps/night
    Enquire

    Junior Studio Suite- 1 King Bed

      From

      Single
      £110/night
      Twin / Double
      £61pps/night
      Triple
      £59pps/night
      Enquire

      Dining

      Where you'll eat

      The available information does not name any restaurants, bars or dining facilities at Cosmopolitan Hotel Cairo. It also does not confirm whether breakfast is served or which board basis applies. Check the current room-rate details before booking, particularly if breakfast or other meals are important to your plans. Restaurant names, opening hours and meal arrangements should be confirmed with the hotel.

      On property

      What's here

      • Restaurant
      • Spa
      • Wi-Fi
      • Concierge
      • Parking
      • Laundry

      Bundled in

      • Breakfast

      The fine print

      What's included – and what isn't

      Included

      • Accommodation in one room per night at the published rate
      • Complimentary Wi-Fi in guest rooms and shared areas
      • Use of the hotel’s public areas and front desk concierge services

      Not included

      • Meals, unless a board basis is chosen when booking; breakfast is not included automatically
      • Spa therapies and wellbeing packages
      • Laundry and valet services, where the hotel charges for them
      • Tourism or city taxes, if applicable
      • Airport transfers, sightseeing and gratuities

      Field notes

      From our Egyptologists

      1. 01

        Confirm whether breakfast is included in your selected board basis before booking, as it is not automatically part of the rate.

      2. 02

        Allow extra time for Cairo road journeys during busy periods; the central address does not remove traffic delays.

      3. 03

        Check whether city taxes, spa treatments or laundry charges apply to your booking before settling the final bill.

      Plan around price

      When to book

      Cheapest in Aug 2026 from £28 pps/night. Most expensive in Dec 2026 at £46 pps/night.

      Jul26

      £29

      Aug26

      £28

      Cheapest

      Sept26

      £37

      Oct26

      £41

      Nov26

      £41

      Dec26

      £46

      Highest

      Jan27

      £44

      Feb27

      £37

      Mar27

      £41

      Apr27

      £37

      May27

      £45

      Jun27

      £42

      Indicative rates for a 2-night stay, 2 adults sharing. Actual nightly rates vary; final quote always confirmed at booking.

      Watch out for these peak windows

      A handful of dates each year sit well above the typical monthly band. If your travel dates fall inside these, expect to pay a premium even in an otherwise quiet month.

      • Christmas 2026

        23–26 December — global European traveller peak across Cairo, Luxor and Nile cruises

        £44pps/night

      • New Year's Eve 2026/27

        30 December – 2 January — highest demand of the year in Cairo

        £44pps/night

      • Eid al-Fitr 2027

        ~10 March — Egyptian domestic surge in Cairo, Alexandria, Sharm; quieter in Luxor/Aswan

        £37pps/night

      • Western Easter 2027

        28 March — UK/US/Europe school-holiday peak across all of Egypt

        £37pps/night

      • Coptic Easter + Sham El-Nessim 2027

        ~18 April — short, sharp domestic surge in Cairo & Alexandria

        £40pps/night

      • Eid al-Adha 2027

        Mid-May — second major domestic peak in Cairo & Alexandria

        £45pps/night

      Tailor it

      Make it yours

      Choose between standard and superior rooms, and select a board basis at booking if you want meals included. Breakfast is not automatically part of the room rate; spa treatments, airport transfers and sightseeing can be arranged separately.

      All requests handled by your dedicated specialist before booking.

      Where it fits

      Use the hotel as a central Cairo base before or after visits to the Egyptian Museum and Giza Plateau. It also fits a Cairo stop before continuing to Luxor or Aswan.

      Accessibility

      Who can join this

      The Cosmopolitan Hotel Cairo is in a central urban area. There is level access from the street to the lobby and a standard lift to guest floors. Carpeted and tiled surfaces are used in public areas. Wheelchair-accessible rooms and roll-in showers are limited. Steps are present at the pool and in some dining areas. Pavements on Qasr Al-Nile can be uneven and may have kerbs or short flights of steps. We'll confirm the availability of accessible rooms and roll-in showers, room options and step-free routes based on your mobility needs. Security checks at the entrance may add time.

      Before you go

      What to pack & wear

      Children & families

      Children are welcome, and the hotel has no universal minimum age for stays. Room occupancy limits vary by room type; cots and extra beds may be available on request and can incur an additional charge. High chairs can be requested for the restaurant. Strollers are practical in the lobby and corridors, but uneven pavements nearby can make street journeys difficult. Provide each child's age when booking so room capacity and charges can be checked.

      Indicative rates only – pricing and rooms fluctuate. Please enquire for live rates on your specific dates.

      Location

      The setting

      Cosmopolitan Hotel Cairo is listed as a four-star hotel in Cairo. The information available for this page does not specify its neighbourhood, nearby landmarks or local transport links, so we cannot give reliable walking times or directions. Check the hotel’s address before booking if proximity to a particular district or attraction matters to you. Ask the hotel directly about check-in arrangements and transport options.

      While you're here

      Worth pairing

      • Abdeen Palace Museum20 min walk
      • Tahrir Square19 min walk
      • The Egyptian Museum23 min walk
      • Cairo Opera House3 km

      Why book this with us

      Three reasons, stated plainly

      1. 01

        A central Qasr Al-Nile address for Cairo stays

      2. 02

        On-site restaurant and spa for time at the hotel

      3. 03

        Concierge support for local arrangements and taxi bookings

      – Responsible travel

      How we travel here

      The hotel works with local Cairo suppliers for some food and drink and employs local staff in front desk, housekeeping and food service roles. It encourages guests staying for several nights to reuse towels and linen, and aims to reduce single-use plastics. These measures are specific to the hotel information supplied; we cannot verify quantities or measured environmental savings. If you need a city transfer, we can arrange an air-conditioned saloon car or minibus that meets local emissions rules. Ask whether journeys can be combined where practical. You can also request less frequent housekeeping and laundry service during your stay.

      • Licensed Egyptologist guides

        State-licensed, and people we have worked with for years

      • Fair wages on the ground

        Drivers + guides paid above market

      • Site preservation

        We follow the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities' site rules: marked paths, no touching reliefs

      • Local teams, real help

        Our own offices in Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Hurghada, Marsa Alam and Sharm El Sheikh

      ·In summary

      Cosmopolitan Hotel Cairo is a four-star property at 1 Shar'A Ibn Talaab, off Shar'A Qasr Al-Nile in central Cairo. Standard and superior rooms are available, with complimentary Wi-Fi, an on-site restaurant, a spa, concierge services and parking.

      Asked & answered

      Frequent questions

      1. 01Is breakfast included at the Cosmopolitan Hotel Cairo?
        Breakfast is usually included with room bookings, but this depends on the rate you choose. When you book with us as a licensed Egyptian tour operator we confirm the board basis at reservation. If breakfast timing matters for an early departure, tell us and we will request an earlier breakfast or packed option.
      2. 02What time are check‑in and check‑out at the hotel?
        Standard check‑in is 14:00 and check‑out is 12:00 unless your rate specifies otherwise. We can request early check‑in or late check‑out, but both are subject to hotel availability and sometimes a supplement. For arrivals very early in the morning we recommend booking the previous night or arranging luggage storage and a transfer; we can handle both on your behalf.
      3. 03Can you arrange airport transfers to the Cosmopolitan Hotel Cairo?
        Yes – we organise private transfers between Cairo International Airport and the hotel. The journey usually takes 30 to 60 minutes, depending on traffic, and our driver checks flight arrivals for delays. Transfers are in air-conditioned vehicles and include a meet-and-greet in the arrivals hall; tolls, parking and driver gratuities are excluded unless stated. Traffic in central Cairo may cause delays, so we allow plenty of time when arranging pick-ups.
      4. 04Is the Cosmopolitan Hotel Cairo suitable for families?
        Families can be accommodated; we can request family or interconnecting rooms on your behalf. Cots and extra beds depend on availability and may incur a supplement, so tell us ages of children at booking. We tend to use the Cosmopolitan for short overnight stopovers rather than as a week‑long base, and will advise if you need a different hotel for a longer family stay with more children’s facilities.
      5. 05Do rooms at the hotel have Wi‑Fi and air conditioning?
        Rooms typically include Wi‑Fi and air conditioning, though speeds and service levels vary by room type. If you require reliable broadband for work, we will confirm speeds and any business facilities before booking. For intermittent connectivity or temperature issues we can request an alternative room or liaise directly with hotel management on your behalf.
      6. 06Can I store luggage at the hotel after check‑out?
        Yes – hotels generally hold luggage after check‑out; we can arrange secure short‑term storage and a later transfer. If you have a late flight or evening plans we can coordinate collection and delivery to the airport at the correct time. Note that long‑term storage or storage of valuable/fragile items may carry a fee; we advise keeping passports and valuables with you.

      If plans change

      Cancellation

      More than 30 days
      75% back, or 100% kept as credit towards a future holiday
      15–30 days
      50% back, or 75% kept as credit
      7–14 days
      25% back, or 50% kept as credit
      2–6 days
      Nothing back; 25% kept as credit
      Under 48 hours, or if you don't turn up
      No refund and no credit

      Notice is counted from the day you arrive in Egypt. A few vessels have their own terms; where that's so, we'll let you know before any payment is taken.Read our full cancellation and refund policy

      Editorial review

      Reviewed by Khaled Mansour·Last reviewed 8 March 2025

      Last updated 8 March 2025Product ID: HTL-CAI-007360

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