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From per person · per night£48
HotelCairo

Radisson Blu, Cairo

Five-star hotel on Abdel Hamid Badawy Street, around 15 minutes by car from Cairo International Airport, with pool, spa and fitness centre.

At a glance

Departs
Daily
Board
Bed & Breakfast
Class
5-star

The short answer

Radisson Blu Cairo Heliopolis is a one-night five-star hotel stay covering accommodation, breakfast, Wi-Fi, pool access and fitness-centre use in Heliopolis, Cairo, arranged by Discovery Tours Egypt.
Best for

Snapshot

Good to know

Duration
1 Day / 1 Night
Travel style
Independent Hotel Stay
Accommodation
Five-Star Hotel
Destinations
Heliopolis · Cairo · Cairo International Airport
Includes
Room rate per room per night · Breakfast buffet on a Bed & Breakfast basis · Complimentary Wi-Fi · Swimming pool access · Fitness-centre use
Best for
Airport stopovers · Business travelers · Couples · Families · Travelers seeking Heliopolis accommodation
  • Discovery Tours Egypt is a licensed Egyptian tour operator arranging the hotel stay and booking accommodation with the property or its authorized supplier.
  • Discovery Tours Egypt is Class-A licensed by the Egyptian Ministry of Tourism.
  • Discovery Tours Egypt is a member of the Egyptian Travel Agents Association (ETAA #718).
  • The hotel is a third-party accommodation property; Discovery Tours Egypt does not own or operate the hotel.
  • Room availability, check-in, check-out, facilities and hotel services are subject to the property’s confirmed terms.

02Overview

A first look

By late afternoon, Abdel Hamid Badawy Street carries the steady rhythm of Heliopolis traffic, while the garden offers a quieter pause between flights or meetings. The heated outdoor pool, fitness centre and lobby bar give the day an easy shape, whether you are resting after travel or preparing for business nearby. Cairo International Airport is approximately 15 minutes away by car, depending on traffic, and the Egyptian Museum is typically around 20 to 30 minutes from the hotel.

We arrange the room on a Bed & Breakfast basis, with Wi-Fi, pool access and fitness centre use recorded in the rate. Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is by 12:30. Our Cairo team can request an airport shuttle, early check-in or room preferences, subject to availability.

Background

The facts

Radisson Blu Cairo Heliopolis is a five-star hotel on Abdel Hamid Badawy Street in the Heliopolis district of Cairo. The property is approximately 15 minutes by car from Cairo International Airport, subject to traffic conditions, making it suitable for airport stopovers, business travel and arrivals or departures through the capital.

Named in this entry

Radisson Blu Cairo Heliopolis·Heliopolis·Cairo·Abdel Hamid Badawy Street·Cairo International Airport·heated outdoor swimming pool·fitness centre

Suited to

Is this for you?

Yes, if

  • This hotel suits airport-transit guests, business travelers, couples and families seeking a full-service five-star property in Cairo. It is particularly practical for travelers who value breakfast, Wi-Fi, fitness facilities and airport proximity over staying beside central Cairo’s principal archaeological sites.

What lingers

  • 01Central Cairo base: we arrange Radisson Blu bookings with private airport pickup and meet-and-greet on arrival.
  • 02Flexible logistics: early starts, late finishes, and secure luggage storage for Nile cruise transfers are organised by us.
  • 03Book an Egyptologist pickup directly from Radisson Blu for full-day Cairo touring including the Egyptian Museum.
  • 04Room requests handled pre-arrival: connecting rooms, ground-floor access, and dietary requirements relayed to the hotel.
  • 05Unlike group coach hotels, we prioritise private cars for transfers and personalised pick-up times from Radisson Blu.

Worth knowing

How this compares

Unlike hotels in central Cairo, this property is located in Heliopolis near Cairo International Airport, with an approximately 15-minute drive in normal traffic. It offers practical business and airport amenities, including meeting facilities, a business centre, concierge service and an on-site restaurant and bar, rather than an itinerary of guided sightseeing.

Choose your room

Featured rooms

Superior Room – Safir Hotel Cairo

Superior Room

  • 35 m²
  • 1 King bed
  • Sleeps 4

2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed 377-sq-foot room with city views Relax - Fireplace Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - Plasma TV with premium channels Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, 24-hour room service, and free bottled water Sleep - Select Comfort bed, Egyptian cotton linens, a down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, and turndown service Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and slippers Practical - Safe, iron/ironing board, and restaurant dining guide; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (free) available on request Comfort - Fresh bed sheets (on request), climate-controlled air conditioning, and daily housekeeping Accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity Eco-friendly - Eco-friendly cleaning supplies Non-Smoking Connecting/adjoining room

From

Single
£61/night
Twin / Double
£34pps/night
Triple
£32pps/night
Enquire

DOUBLE SUPERIOR

    From

    Single
    £70/night
    Twin / Double
    £39pps/night
    Triple
    £37pps/night
    Enquire

    Superior

      From

      Single
      £103/night
      Twin / Double
      £57pps/night
      Triple
      £55pps/night
      Enquire

      Dining

      Where you'll eat

      The hotel has an on-site restaurant, with dining available within the property rather than requiring guests to leave for every meal. The supplied information does not name the restaurant, list additional bars, or confirm a specific meal plan. Ask the front desk or concierge about current opening hours, menus, breakfast arrangements, and whether the room rate is offered as Bed & Breakfast, Half Board, or another basis. A coffee and tea maker and electric kettle are listed in the room details for selected accommodation categories.

      On property

      What's here

      • business-center
      • spa
      • gym
      • parking
      • wifi
      • garden
      • concierge
      • restaurant
      • airport-shuttle
      • pool

      Bundled in

      • Breakfast

      The fine print

      What's included – and what isn't

      Included

      • Room rate charged per room, per night
      • Breakfast buffet included on a Bed & Breakfast basis
      • Complimentary Wi-Fi in guest rooms and public areas
      • Access to the swimming pool
      • Use of the fitness centre

      Not included

      • City or tourism tax, where payable locally
      • Airport transfers, unless arranged and paid for separately in advance
      • Spa treatments, massages and beauty services
      • Minibar, laundry and other incidental charges added to the room
      • Services or meals not expressly listed as included

      Plan around price

      When to book

      Cheapest in Jul 2026 from £34 pps/night. Most expensive in Oct 2026 at £61 pps/night.

      Jul26

      £34

      Cheapest

      Aug26

      £34

      Sept26

      £55

      Oct26

      £61

      Highest

      Nov26

      £58

      Dec26

      £58

      Jan27

      £53

      Feb27

      £50

      Mar27

      £57

      Apr27

      £57

      May27

      £53

      Jun27

      £53

      Jul27

      £53

      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

        £58pps/night

      • New Year's Eve 2026/27

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

        £59pps/night

      • Eid al-Fitr 2027

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

        £54pps/night

      • Western Easter 2027

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

        £57pps/night

      • Coptic Easter + Sham El-Nessim 2027

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

        £57pps/night

      • Eid al-Adha 2027

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

        £53pps/night

      Tailor it

      Make it yours

      The stay can be arranged on a Bed & Breakfast basis, with room selection and special requests confirmed according to hotel availability. Airport transfers may be pre-booked for an additional charge, while spa treatments, meals beyond the included breakfast, late check-out and other hotel services can be requested directly or arranged subject to availability and payment.

      All requests handled by your dedicated specialist before booking.

      Accessibility

      Who can join this

      The Radisson Blu Cairo Heliopolis has a lobby, lifts, guest rooms, restaurants, a heated outdoor pool and a fitness centre. The supplied information does not confirm step-free entrances, adapted room layouts, bathroom grab rails, lift dimensions or pool access equipment. Please request these details before booking if you use a wheelchair or have limited mobility. Abdel Hamid Badawy Street and nearby pavements may be uneven, busy and difficult for wheelchairs. The spa, pool and fitness centre may involve steps or narrow access routes.

      Before you go

      What to pack & wear

      Children & families

      No minimum age or child pricing structure is stated in the supplied hotel information. Children can stay only within the occupancy limits and current rules for the selected room. Please provide each child's age when booking so we can check the applicable rate and bedding arrangements. Strollers are generally practical inside the hotel but may be awkward on surrounding pavements. Confirm high-chair availability with the property before arrival.

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

      Location

      The setting

      Radisson Blu is on Abdel Hamid Badawy Street in Heliopolis, Cairo, postal code 11787. Heliopolis is an established Cairo district with urban streets, local services, and access to the wider city. The address places the hotel in northeastern Cairo, and the property lists an airport shuttle for airport connections. Concierge assistance, parking, and Wi-Fi are available at the hotel. Guests can use the property as a base for Cairo visits, with local transport arrangements best confirmed with the concierge according to the sights and timing planned.

      – Responsible travel

      How we travel here

      The hotel is in Heliopolis, approximately 15 minutes by car from Cairo International Airport, which can limit unnecessary cross-city travel for airport arrivals and departures. We arrange rooms through local hospitality suppliers, supporting hotel staff, food service teams, cleaners, drivers and other Cairo-based providers. No verified information has been supplied about the property's energy systems, water-saving measures, waste handling, renewable electricity or environmental certifications, so we make no wider claims. Guests can help reduce resource use by reusing towels, switching off lights and air conditioning when leaving the room and avoiding unnecessary single-use items.

      • Licensed local Egyptologists

        ETAA-credentialed, on payroll

      • Fair wages on the ground

        Drivers + guides paid above market

      • Site preservation

        We follow MoTA visitor caps and no-touch protocols

      • Carbon-aware itineraries

        Domestic flights only when train/road is impractical

      ·In summary

      The Radisson Blu Cairo Heliopolis stay includes a room priced per room per night, a breakfast buffet on a Bed & Breakfast basis, complimentary Wi-Fi and access to the heated outdoor swimming pool and fitness centre. Airport transfers, spa treatments, minibar charges, laundry, taxes where payable and other services are excluded unless separately arranged.

      Asked & answered

      Frequent questions

      1. 01What is included in the room rate at Radisson Blu Cairo Heliopolis?
        The room rate includes a breakfast buffet, complimentary Wi-Fi in guest rooms and public areas, and access to the heated outdoor pool and fitness centre. Guests can also use the hotel's garden, concierge, and business centre.
      2. 02What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
        Check-in at Radisson Blu Cairo Heliopolis is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is by 12:30 PM. For any specific requests regarding these times, the front desk can assist.
      3. 03Does the hotel provide airport transfers?
        An airport shuttle can be arranged on request, but it is not included in the standard room rate. Airport transfers must be pre-booked and paid for separately through our team.
      4. 04Are spa treatments part of the hotel stay?
        No, spa treatments, massages, and beauty services at the full-service spa are not included in the room rate and incur an additional charge. You can enquire at the spa for current pricing.
      5. 05What dining options are available at the hotel?
        The hotel features an on-site restaurant and bar. A breakfast buffet is included in the room rate, but other meals and beverages are not unless specified in a different booking package.
      6. 06What amenities are available for guests?
        Guests have access to a heated outdoor pool, a fitness centre, a garden, a concierge service, and a business centre. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.
      7. 07Is the Radisson Blu Cairo Heliopolis suitable for business travellers?
        Yes, the hotel is well-suited for business travellers, offering meeting facilities and a business centre. Its location also provides practical access to Cairo International Airport, approximately 15 minutes away.
      8. 08How far is the hotel from Cairo International Airport?
        Radisson Blu Cairo Heliopolis is located on Abdel Hamid Badawy Street in Heliopolis, approximately a 15-minute drive from Cairo International Airport. This makes it convenient for airport access.
      9. 09Are there any additional taxes or fees to be aware of?
        City or tourism taxes, where applicable, are not included in the room rate and may be payable locally upon check-out. Other incidentals like minibar use or laundry services are also excluded.
      10. 10Does the hotel offer Wi-Fi access?
        Yes, complimentary Wi-Fi is provided for guests in both their rooms and the public areas of the hotel. This is included in the standard room rate.

      If plans change

      Cancellation

      More than 30 days
      Full refund less a £50 admin fee
      15–30 days
      50% refund
      Within 14 days
      No refund – date changes considered case by case

      Editorial review

      Discovery Tours

      Product ID: HTL-CAI-993208

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