Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah hotel Property Description
Here is a breif introduction of Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah hotel.
Location. The Sofitel El Gezirah is located in Cairo, Egypt, within two kilometres of the ancient artefacts of the Egyptian Museum and the city's Opera House. The historic centre of Cairo is six kilometres from the hotel. Opera metro station is 800 metres away.
Hotel Features. Teetering on the edge of the Nile, this canary coloured high rise hotel has undergone recent renovation under the eye of French interior designer Pierre Yves Rochon. Rochon's touches include a full length arched window in the lobby from which guests can overlook the river. Multilingual staff at the 24 hour front desk keep a safe deposit box. There is also a concierge desk, delicatessen and hair salon on site.
Sofitel El Gezirah has five restaurants all with terraces. El Kebabgy serves Middle Eastern specialities while Vendome provides international fine dining. Bar/restaurants Budda, Sud and Paradise Island serve international and Mediterranean dishes.
Business services include 11 multi functional meeting rooms, secretarial services and wireless Internet access (surcharge).
In addition to indoor and outdoor swimming pools, Sofitel El Gezirah offers a health spa including sauna, Turkish baths, massage service and more unique treatments such as thalassotherapy. For guests willing to gamble there is an onsite casino.
Guestrooms. The 433 air conditioned guestrooms are decorated in neutral tones with crisp white bedding and pine wood furnishings. Balconies provide views over the city. Amenities include satellite television, direct dial phones and Wireless Internet access (surcharge). Complimentary newspapers and bottled water are provided.
Expert Tip. Cairo's bustling heart can be found in the Khan el Khalili district. A historic shopping area packed with backroom factories and workshops, the suq (market) was established in the 14th century.
Room types availible at Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah Hotel |
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| LUXURY ROOM - 1 King size bed: | 1 king bed. Balcony with full view of Nile River. Located on floors 7-27. 32 square metres (344 square feet). Light contemporary decor with smart modern furnishings. Wireless Internet access. LCD television with cable channels. Cordless phone. Minibar. Complimentary newspaper. Hair dryer. Makeup/shaving mirror and designer toiletries. In-room safe. |
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| SUPERIOR ROOM - King size bed: | 1 king bed. Balcony with view of Nile River. Located on floors 1-6. 32 square metres (344 square feet). Light contemporary decor with smart modern furnishings. Wireless Internet access. LCD television with cable channels. Cordless phone. Minibar. Complimentary newspaper. Hair dryer. Makeup/shaving mirror and designer toiletries. In-room safe. |
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| SUPERIOR ROOM - 2 Single beds: | 2 twin beds. Balcony with view of Nile River. Located on floors 1-6. 32 square metres (344 square feet). Light contemporary decor with smart modern furnishings. Wireless Internet access. LCD television with cable channels. Cordless phone. Minibar. Complimentary newspaper. Hair dryer. Makeup/shaving mirror and designer toiletries. In-room safe. |
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| X-Deluxe Suite for 2 persons: | One king bed. Light contemporary decor with smart modern furnishings. Balcony. Satellite television, climate control, wireless Internet connection (surcharge), complimentary bottled water, complimentary newspaper, safe and minibar. Bathroom with bathrobes and slippers, telephone, designer toiletries, hair dryer and makeup mirror. |
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| PRESTIGE SUITE - 1 King Size bed: | 1 king bed. Balcony with Nile River view. 64 square metres (690 square feet). Light contemporary decor with smart modern furnishings. Separate living room. Complimentary wireless Internet access. LCD television with cable channels. Wave Bose sound system. CD and DVD player. Complimentary bottled water. Minibar. Complimentary newspaper. Bathroom with shower/tub combination, makeup/shaving mirror, and designer toiletries. In-room safe. Butler service. Access to Club Lounge. Complimentary breakfast in the Club Lounge. |
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| LUXURY ROOM - 2 Single beds: | 2 twin beds. Balcony with full view of Nile River. Located on floors 7-27. 32 square metres (344 square feet). Light contemporary decor with smart modern furnishings. Wireless Internet access. LCD television with cable channels. Cordless phone. Minibar. Complimentary newspaper. Hair dryer. Makeup/shaving mirror and designer toiletries. In-room safe. |
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| Luxury club room 1 king: | 1 king bed. Balcony with full view of Nile River. Located on floors 7-27. 32 square metres (344 square feet). Light contemporary decor with smart modern furnishings. Complimentary wireless Internet access. LCD television with cable channels. Cordless phone. Complimentary bottled water. Minibar. Complimentary newspaper. Hair dryer. Makeup/shaving mirror and designer toiletries. In-room safe. Access to Club Lounge. Complimentary breakfast in the Club Lounge. |
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Amenities availible at Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah Hotel |
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Health Club |
Laundry Facilities |
Currency Exchange |
Business Center | |
Sauna |
Shoe Shine |
Steam Room |
Shopping on site | |
Restaurant(s) in hotel |
Gift shops or newsstand |
Number of rooms: 433 |
Number of floors: 26 | |
Airport transportation (surcharge) |
Tour assistance |
Breakfast available (surcharge) |
Spa tub | |
Coffee shop or café |
Safe-deposit box - front desk |
Multilingual staff |
Complimentary newspapers in lobby | |
24-hour front desk |
Porter/bellhop |
Limo or Town Car service available |
Massage - treatment room(s) | |
Meeting rooms (small groups) |
Express check- in |
Accessible path of travel |
Accessible bathroom | |
Roll-in shower |
Handicapped parking |
In-room accessibility |
Accessibility equipment for the deaf | |
Braille or raised signage |
Dry cleaning/laundry service |
Wireless (high-speed) Internet access - complimentary |
Fitness facilities | |
Swimming pool - outdoor heated |
Children's club |
Full-service health spa |
Hair salon | |
Floor butler |
Parking (valet) |
Concierge desk |
Cell phone/mobile rental | |
Bar/lounge |
Barbecue grill(s) |
Room service (24 hours) |
Beauty services | |
Computer rental |
Banquet facilities |
Umbrella |
Wedding services | |
Technology helpdesk |
Television in lobby |
Parking garage |
Poolside bar | |
Exhibit space |
Elevator/lift |
Conference room(s) |
Medical assistance available | |
Casino |
Ballroom(s) |
Parking (surcharge) |
Event catering | |
Air-conditioned public areas |
ATM/banking |
Translation services |
Swimming pool - indoor | |
Babysitting or child care |
Suitable for children |
Security guard |
Elevator/lift attendant | |
Secretarial services |
Library |
Spa services on site |
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Driving Directions towards Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah hotel
How to get there at Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah hotel, all the information mentioned below...
From Cairo International Airport (CAI):
Distance to Sofitel El Gezirah is 19 kilometres, approximately 45 minutes' drive.
Getting there. Taxis for central Cairo can be found in front of the Arrivals hall. The fare should be negotiated prior to departure, and should cost around 70 80 EGP. Buses run between the airport and central Cairo, and airport bus services run from Terminal 1 (Old Airport). The number 400 bus leaves about every 30 minutes throughout the day, and hourly at night. Prices are all subject to change.
Getting around. The cheap and reliable metro system is the best way to explore Cairo. Minibuses and buses are a common form of transport, however, taxis are a good alternative. A river bus travels down the Nile from Cairo. Boats leave regularly for the University. Every other boat continues on to Rhoda, Manial, Masr al Qadima (old Cairo), and Giza. Driving is not advised for visitors, due to congestion in the city.
Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah hotel Near by Attractions
Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah hotel have following Near by Attractions...
Area Attractions:Cai 2 Mi WCairo Opera House 00 MiCairo Tower 01 MiEgyptian Museum 00 MiOld Cairo Bazaar 03 MiSakara Pyramid 19 MiThe Citadel 04 MiThe Pyramids And Sphinx 07 Mi
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