Hotel Cairo
Steigenberger Cairo Pyramids Hotel (Bed & Breakfast)
At a glance
- Departs
- Daily
- Class
- 5-star
The short answer
Steigenberger Cairo Pyramids Hotel is a 1-day hotel stay covering Cairo and the Giza Pyramids area in Cairo, arranged by Discovery Tours Egypt.
Best for
Snapshot
Good to know
- Travel style
- 5-star
- Destinations
- Cairo
02 Overview
A first look
Located in Giza's Pyramids district, the Steigenberger Cairo Pyramids Hotel provides bed-and-breakfast accommodation near the plateau. The hotel is roughly 3.5 km (12-minute drive) from the Giza Plateau; transfer times vary with Cairo traffic.
Background
The facts
Steigenberger Cairo Pyramids is a five-star hotel in Cairo on Alexandria Road, about 4.3 km from the Giza Pyramids plateau. This location places it within reach of the Giza area while remaining on a main road corridor used for travel between western Cairo and the pyramid district.
The property offers rooms with balconies overlooking the garden or pool, air conditioning, and complimentary WiFi in rooms and public areas. As a hotel stay product, room bookings are arranged by Discovery Tours Egypt, a licensed Egyptian tour operator, while the hotel itself is operated by its third-party hospitality management.
Facilities include a year-round outdoor swimming pool, landscaped garden grounds, an on-site restaurant serving international menus, and halal and kosher options. Guests also have access to concierge services and on-site parking, which is useful for travellers staying near Giza but planning to travel onward to other Cairo districts.
Travel time from this part of Cairo to central sightseeing areas can vary significantly with traffic, especially during peak commuting hours. Journeys to the Egyptian Museum, downtown Cairo, or Cairo International Airport often require extra time beyond the basic map distance due to congestion and route conditions.
Suited to
Is this for you?
Yes, if
- This hotel suits travellers who want a modern 5-star base near the Giza Pyramids, especially couples, families, and first-time visitors who prefer a room with breakfast rather than a full sightseeing package. It also works well for guests who value a pool, balcony, and parking, and who are comfortable using car transfers across Cairo.
What lingers
- 01 Bed & Breakfast rate includes daily buffet breakfast at the hotel restaurant; some rooms have Pyramid views.
- 02 Located in Giza; unlike central Cairo hotels, we arrange private transfers to Giza Plateau (10–15 minute drive).
- 03 Rooftop terrace and restaurant provide direct Pyramid sightlines ideal for early-morning photography before crowds arrive.
- 04 Outdoor pool and shaded garden offer midday respite after visiting Khufu and Khafre on the Giza Plateau.
- 05 Common choice for overnight before or after Nile cruises; we recommend early check-out for morning departures.
- 06 We don't bundle Khufu Pyramid interior tickets; we arrange them separately so your timing avoids peak queues.
Choose your room
Featured rooms
Dining
Where you'll eat
The hotel offers an on-site restaurant plus a bar and room-service, with a typical breakfast buffet service available. Expect standard hotel dining formats: buffet breakfast in the main restaurant, all-day menu items, and bar service by the pool area. Spa treatments and specialty dining are not listed among the supplied facts and should be confirmed directly with the front desk at check-in.
On property
What's here
- parking
- non-smoking
- air-conditioning
- pool
- restaurant
- room-service
- concierge
- laundry
- airport-shuttle
- wifi
- beach-access
- garden
Bundled in
- Breakfast
The fine print
What's included – and what isn't
Included
- Bed & Breakfast (breakfast buffet)
- Complimentary WiFi in rooms and public areas
- Use of year-round outdoor swimming pool
- Room air-conditioning
- On-site parking
Not included
- Airport transfers and city transfers unless requested
- Spa treatments and beauty salon services
- Meals other than breakfast unless stated at booking
- Tourism or city tax if levied by local authorities
- Gratuities and porterage unless requested
Plan around price
When to book
Cheapest in Jul 2026 from £57pps/night. Most expensive in Nov 2026 at £183pps/night.
Jul26
£57
Cheapest
Aug26
£57
Sept26
£82
Oct26
£157
Nov26
£183
Highest
Jan27
£148
Feb27
£148
Mar27
£148
May27
£182
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.
New Year's Eve 2026/27
30 December – 2 January — highest demand of the year in Cairo
£156pps/night
Western Easter 2027
28 March — UK/US/Europe school-holiday peak across all of Egypt
£159pps/night
Eid al-Adha 2027
Mid-May — second major domestic peak in Cairo & Alexandria
£182pps/night
Indicative rates only – pricing and rooms fluctuate. Please enquire for live rates on your specific dates.
Location
The setting
Steigenberger Cairo Pyramids sits on Alexandria Road in the Pyramids district, directly addressing the Giza Plateau area. The hotel has a suburban feel with gardens and pool terraces rather than a dense city-centre frontage. The Egyptian Museum and downtown Cairo are reachable by car; taxi and private transfer are the usual ways to get around from here. We often advise booking pyramid-view rooms for early-morning light and quieter street noise.
Asked & answered
Frequent questions
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01 Is breakfast included at Steigenberger Cairo Pyramids Hotel (Bed & Breakfast)?
Yes – the bed and breakfast rate includes the hotel's morning breakfast. The exact breakfast format (buffet or plated) is set by the hotel and can vary seasonally. Please tell us about dietary requirements at booking so we can inform the hotel. Unless your confirmation states otherwise, breakfast is included in the room rate. -
02 How close is Steigenberger Cairo Pyramids Hotel to the Giza Pyramids?
The hotel is located near the Giza Pyramids; expect a short drive to the Giza Plateau. Cairo traffic can lengthen the journey, especially during peak hours. We recommend morning visits to avoid heat and traffic, and we can schedule pickups to match your pyramid entry time. -
03 Do rooms at the hotel have views of the Pyramids?
Some rooms at the hotel offer views of the Giza Pyramids; availability depends on category and orientation. Pyramid-view rooms are limited and are frequently allocated to higher categories or suites. Request a view when you book and we will confirm whether a supplement or room upgrade is required. -
04 Can you arrange airport transfer from Cairo International Airport?
Yes – we can arrange private transfers between Cairo International Airport and the hotel. We monitor flight times for delays and provide meet-and-greet and luggage assistance on request. We typically organise private cars rather than shared shuttles to ensure punctuality and door-to-door service. -
05 Can Discovery Tours Egypt book this hotel for me?
Yes – we can reserve the Steigenberger Cairo Pyramids Hotel on your behalf. We are a licensed Egyptian tour operator and confirm rooms directly with the hotel. Unlike many online aggregators, we check room view allocation, can add private transfers, and handle timed pyramid-entry tickets before you travel. -
06 Are family rooms or connecting rooms available at Steigenberger Cairo Pyramids Hotel?
The hotel offers family and connecting rooms, subject to availability and the room category. We can request specific bedding, extra cots or interconnecting rooms and will advise on capacity limits and any supplement. For school holidays and busy periods, book early so we can secure your preferred configuration.
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
Last updated 17 May 2026 Product ID: HTL-CAI-743111
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