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Nile Ritz-Carlton Cairo
A five-star hotel at 1113 Corniche El Nil, with river views, full-service facilities and a central spot for Cairo's sights and business districts.
At a glance
- Departs
- Daily
- Board
- Bed & Breakfast
- Class
- 5-star
The short answer
The Nile Ritz-Carlton Cairo is a hotel at 1113 Corniche El Nil in Cairo, with rooms booked through Egypt Discovery.
- Family
- Archaeology & history
- Cultural
- Wellness
Best for
- Couples·
- Families with kids
Snapshot
Good to know
- Duration
- 1 day
- Travel style
- Hotel Stay
- Accommodation
- Five-Star Hotel
- Destinations
- Cairo
- Includes
- A hotel room · Use of hotel facilities, under the hotel's terms · Dining and other services on site, charged according to your rate
- Best for
- Business guests · City breaks in Cairo · Anyone wanting a Nile view · Long stopovers
- Egypt Discovery is a licensed Egyptian tour operator.
- The hotel stands at 1113 Corniche El Nil, Cairo.
- It is a five-star hotel.
- It is described as a full-service hotel with meeting space.
- Room layouts depend on availability when you book.
02Overview
A first look
On the Corniche El Nil, the river runs just beyond the traffic, and boats drift past the windows of the Nile Ritz-Carlton Cairo. Step into the lobby and the day's rush in central Cairo seems to slow. The setting by the water gives a stay here a real sense of place, whether you are winding down after meetings or resting between outings.
We book the room at 1113 Corniche El Nil and can organise the practicalities around it. The hotel has far more on site than a small city guesthouse, and our team can tie your reservation in with the rest of your Cairo plans.
Background
The facts
The Nile Ritz-Carlton Cairo is a five-star hotel at 1113 Corniche El Nil in the middle of Cairo. It sits on the river's east bank, close to Tahrir Square and the Egyptian Museum.
The address puts the hotel on Cairo's central riverfront. Tahrir Square and the Egyptian Museum are nearby, and the river separates the centre from districts such as Gezira and Zamalek. Check journey times to the places you want to see, as traffic affects road trips.
Cairo became the Fatimid capital in 969 CE. Historic Cairo, a separate old quarter, joined the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1979; that listing does not cover the hotel. The Nile has shaped settlement and transport here for thousands of years.
The hotel is described as full-service, with meeting facilities. Room layouts depend on availability at booking. Confirm check-in and check-out times, breakfast arrangements and access to individual facilities with the hotel for your chosen rate.
Named in this entry
Nile Ritz-Carlton Cairo·Nile River·Tahrir Square·Egyptian Museum·Cairo·Gezira Island·Zamalek·Historic Cairo·Fatimid Caliphate
Suited to
Is this for you?
Yes, if
- Couples, business travellers and solo visitors who want a full-service stay on the Nile Corniche in central Cairo. A sensible pick for anyone who values on-site services and meeting facilities more than the intimate scale of a boutique hotel.
Maybe not, if
- If you would rather be away from central Cairo's traffic and river-front bustle, choose a quieter hotel in another neighbourhood. Room layouts depend on availability, so anyone needing a specific set-up should confirm it before booking.
What lingers
- 01On the Corniche El Nil, with views across the Nile
- 02Five-star, full-service hotel for business and leisure
- 03Central Cairo address for the main sights and business districts
- 04Spa, pool, gym, bar and restaurant among the listed amenities
- 05Room layouts vary, depending on availability when you book
Honest assessment
The honest pluses and minuses, as our own team sees them after running this trip.
Highlights
- Central address on the Nile Corniche
- Full-service facilities for business and leisure stays
- Meeting space on site for guests with work to do
- Different room layouts for different parties
- River setting, with views across the Nile from some rooms
Things to Consider
- Cairo's traffic can lengthen journeys
- Room layouts depend on availability at booking
- A larger hotel has less of a boutique feel
Worth knowing
How this compares
Many smaller boutique hotels offer a narrower range of guest facilities. The Nile Ritz-Carlton Cairo is described as a five-star, full-service property with bigger guest facilities and meeting space.
Choose your room
Featured rooms
Deluxe Room
One extra-large double bed, for up to three guests. The outlook takes in the Egyptian Museum and the city centre. You get a work desk, a 47-inch flat-screen television with cable and HD channels, and a DVD player. Expect a city outlook, not a Nile view.
Dining
Where you'll eat
The amenities list a restaurant, a bar and room service. Ask us to confirm the venue names, locations, opening times and the meal basis available for your dates. Club Lounge access comes with certain room types, and the room descriptions mention food and drink through the day. That applies to the lounge only and does not mean meals come with every rate. Confirm breakfast, other meals and any charges when you book.
On property
What's here
- Spa
- Bar
- Gym
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Swimming pool
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Family rooms
- Pet-friendly
- Concierge
- Airport shuttle
- Wi-Fi
- Beach access
- Garden
The fine print
What's included – and what is left out
Included
- One night's accommodation in the room or suite reserved, based on the room type booked
- Wi‑Fi provided in guest rooms and public areas
- Access to the outdoor swimming pool and the fitness centre
- Daily housekeeping service
Not included
- Local city or tourism taxes payable at the property unless otherwise stated
- Meals and beverages not included in the booked room rate
- Spa treatments, salon services and wellness therapies
- Laundry, pressing and dry‑cleaning charges
- Airport transfers and any private transport
- Mini‑bar items, in‑room purchases and telephone charges
- Gratuities for hotel staff and other service providers
Field notes
From our Egyptologists
- 01
Find out if breakfast is part of your rate before you compare room costs.
- 02
Ask for confirmation of a Nile-facing room, because a river address does not guarantee a river view.
- 03
Get check-in and check-out times confirmed for your booking, especially if you are fitting around an airport transfer.
- 04
Say which room layouts suit your party before you finalise the reservation.
Plan around price
When to book
Cheapest in Jul 2026 from £102 pps/night. Most expensive in Jun 2027 at £265 pps/night.
Jul26
£102
Cheapest
Aug26
£126
Sept26
£147
Oct26
£209
Nov26
£195
Dec26
£233
Jan27
£230
Feb27
£229
Mar27
£211
Apr27
£228
May27
£197
Jun27
£265
Highest
Aug27
£115
Sept27
£209
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
£303pps/night
New Year's Eve 2026/27
30 December – 2 January — highest demand of the year in Cairo
£465pps/night
Eid al-Fitr 2027
~10 March — Egyptian domestic surge in Cairo, Alexandria, Sharm; quieter in Luxor/Aswan
£216pps/night
Western Easter 2027
28 March — UK/US/Europe school-holiday peak across all of Egypt
£197pps/night
Coptic Easter + Sham El-Nessim 2027
~18 April — short, sharp domestic surge in Cairo & Alexandria
£228pps/night
Eid al-Adha 2027
Mid-May — second major domestic peak in Cairo & Alexandria
£209pps/night
Tailor it
Make it yours
We can add transfers, a private Egyptologist and sightseeing to a stay here. Ask us about room options and pairing your stay with named Cairo sights; specific room layouts depend on availability.
Your own specialist deals with each request before you book.
Where it fits
Make it a central Cairo stop before or after a Nile cruise, with Tahrir Square and the Egyptian Museum close by. We can arrange a private Egyptologist and sightseeing around your stay.
Accessibility
Who can join this
The Nile Ritz-Carlton is a large hotel in the middle of Cairo, but access can differ by entrance, room position and the facilities you want to use. Pavements and crossings along the Corniche El Nil can be uneven or crowded, so outings nearby may need help or a vehicle. Ask the hotel to confirm step-free access, accessible rooms, bathroom layout, lifts and the routes to the restaurants, pool and spa before you book. If you use a wheelchair or have limited mobility, check these details directly with the hotel and tell us about any specific needs.
Before you go
What to pack & wear
Children & families
Ask us to confirm the minimum age, child rates and any age-based rules for dining or facilities on your dates. Child rates and room occupancy depend on the room type, the number of guests and the rate booked. A pushchair may be useful inside the hotel, but crowded, uneven Cairo pavements can make it hard to use outdoors. Contact the hotel before arrival to check for cots, high chairs and suitable room arrangements.
These fares are a guide, as prices and rooms move through the year. Do ask us and we will confirm the fare for the days you have in mind.
Location
The setting
The hotel stands at 1113 Corniche El Nil, on the Nile in the centre of Cairo. Some rooms look towards the Egyptian Museum and the middle of the city, which gives you a sense of how central it is. The Corniche is a river road, and the busy streets of the city start close by. Taxis and other local transport can be arranged, and the concierge can advise on current options and journey times. The address is a clear starting point for exploring central Cairo.
While you're here
Worth pairing
- The Egyptian Museum7 min walk
- Tahrir Square6 min walk
- Cairo Tower28 min walk
- Khan el-Khalili market3 km
Why book this with us
Three reasons, stated plainly
01
A riverside address on Cairo's Corniche El Nil
02
More guest facilities than many boutique hotels
03
Easy to combine with Cairo sightseeing we arrange
– Responsible travel
How we travel here
The hotel is on the Corniche El Nil in central Cairo, where some downtown places may be reachable on foot, depending on your route and mobility. For longer journeys, ask the concierge about transport and whether a suitable vehicle can be arranged. We make no claims about the hotel's energy, water, waste, vehicles or local buying without verified facts. If responsible purchasing or lower-emission travel matters to you, ask the hotel what it currently does and request a vehicle suited to your trip. Spending on meals, transport and services from Cairo businesses puts money into local hands.
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
The Nile Ritz-Carlton Cairo is a five-star hotel at 1113 Corniche El Nil, beside the Nile in the middle of Cairo, close to Tahrir Square and the Egyptian Museum. Road journey times depend on the city's traffic.
Asked & answered
Frequent questions
01How many nights can I book?
One night or several, to suit your plans. The one-day listing is a single day rather than a set itinerary. Send us your arrival and departure dates and we will check availability and the rate for your stay.02Can you organise my airport transfer?
Yes, as an extra to the room. The hotel is at 1113 Corniche El Nil on the river in central Cairo, and its amenities list includes an airport shuttle. Give us your flight details and arrival time when you enquire, and we will confirm the options for your dates.03What does the room rate include?
That depends on the rate and meal basis you choose. Breakfast, wifi and use of facilities should be confirmed for the exact offer before you book. We can tell you whether your rate is bed and breakfast or room only, and what else might be charged.04What is left out of the rate?
Do not assume airport transfers, spa treatments or sightseeing are included. What you get depends on the rate and any services booked separately. We will confirm the charges and arrangements before you commit.05Is the hotel suitable for guests with mobility needs?
Ask us to check step-free access, accessible room features and the bathroom set-up for your dates, as this varies by room. Tell us what matters, for instance a roll-in shower or space for a mobility aid, and we will ask the hotel directly.06Does it work for families?
Yes, families can stay, though the number of guests per room and child rules depend on the room and dates. We can ask about connecting rooms, an extra bed or a cot, and whether any age-based charges apply.07What should I pack?
Sun protection and light clothes for Cairo's heat, plus a jumper for air-conditioned rooms and cooler evenings. Comfortable shoes help with sightseeing. If you plan to visit mosques, bring something that covers shoulders and knees, and women may want a scarf.08Am I allowed to take photographs in the hotel?
Check with staff first, as rules vary by area and event. Ask before photographing employees or other guests, and follow any notices in the lobby, restaurants or meeting rooms. Nearby attractions have their own, separate rules.09When should I go?
The cooler months, roughly November to March, suit sightseeing outdoors better than the hot summer. The hotel works as a central riverside base in any season, but demand and rates shift by date. Book early if your trip coincides with a big event.10Is it close to the Egyptian Museum?
Yes, the hotel is on the Corniche El Nil in central Cairo, near Tahrir Square and the Egyptian Museum. It also has more facilities and meeting space than many smaller city-centre boutique hotels. We can advise on the best route to specific sights for your dates.
If plans change
Cancellation and refunds
What you receive back if you cancel depends on how far ahead of your holiday you let us know and the kind of holiday you book. See our current cancellation and refund terms
Last updated 11 October 2026Product ID: HTL-CAI-806384
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