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Cosmopolitan hotel

3.0 star property
Experience the vibrant energy of Downtown Cairo with modern comforts at your fingertips. Savor each moment from check-in to check-out.

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In the heart of Downtown Cairo, Cosmopolitan hotel offers a warm welcome with a breakfast buffet and hair salon. Enjoy convenient amenities like dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, concierge services, free self parking and in-room WiFi - all while being close to Tahrir Square and Egyptian Museum. Previous guests have praised the helpful staff.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a telephone, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a dark wooden headboard, a light-colored floor, and wall-mounted sconces.

Deluxe Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two single beds, a wooden floor, a large window with curtains, and a wall-mounted mirror.

Deluxe Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two single beds, a wooden floor, a large window with curtains, and a wall-mounted mirror.

Deluxe Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two single beds, a wooden floor, a large window with curtains, and a wall-mounted mirror.

Junior Studio Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar, cribs (surcharge)

Double Room including breakfast

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds, 1 Double Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Cairo neighborhood, Cosmopolitan hotel is connected to a rail/subway station. Egyptian Museum and Grand Egyptian Museum are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Khan el-Khalili and Citystars Heliopolis. Alabaster Sphinx and Townhouse Gallery are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours. Visit our Cairo travel guide
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1 Shar'A Ibn Talaab, Off Shar'A Qasr Al-Nile City, Cairo, Cairo Governorate, 002

What's nearby

  • A historic building with a prominent dome and ornate balconies.
    Talaat Harb Street
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A street with a large, ornate building with a statue in front.
    Midan Talaat Harb
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A monument with a tall obelisk and lion statues, surrounded by palm trees and buildings.
    Tahrir Square
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A large sphinx statue in front of a pink building with flags and people around.
    Egyptian Museum
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • American University of Cairo
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Imbaba Station
    6 min drive
  • Mohamed Naguib Station
    7 min walk
  • Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)
    32 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sip
    3 min walk
  • CaiRoma
    3 min walk
  • Almeria Cafe & Restaurant
    2 min walk
  • Cafe Riche | ريش كافيه
    4 min walk
  • Costa Coffee
    4 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Dining table
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

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  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 15 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 15 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 10 (one-way), (up to 12 years old)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night
  • Water fee: USD 1 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Cosmopolitan hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cosmopolitan hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Cosmopolitan hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Cosmopolitan hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 15 per vehicle applies.

Where is Cosmopolitan hotel located?

Located in Downtown Cairo, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Talaat Harb Street, Tahrir Square, and Egyptian Museum. Midan Talaat Harb and Royal Chariots Museum are also within 10 minutes. Mohamed Naguib Station is 7 minutes by foot and Sadat Station is 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Cosmopolitan hotel Reviews

7.8

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

7.2

Amenities

7.8

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 141 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 141 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 141 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 141 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 141 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a fancy old hotel right in downtown. The building itself kind of transports you into another era. However, the rooms are quite basic and small (but clean and totally fine).
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Full of character & friendly staff with good breakfast.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed my stay here in the heart of Cairo. Staff were great and the breakfast provided was of a good standard.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great and room was super clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lucia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was charming from the moment I walked in. Great staff! The restaurant had a diverse breakfast buffet and lots of fresh lunch options. The location was excellent. Lots to do but not noisy at night. Great value for all that they offer. I have traveled all over the world but this was one of the best hotels I have ever stayed in!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chatfah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is spotless. Breakfast is good and variety. The room is comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo-an Berzabal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast buffet was great. Location was convenient. Staff are accomodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Built in 1927 the Cosmopolitan with is old age elevator and uniformed Bell Hops bring back the eloquence of a by gone era. The reception staff is kind, professional and efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Isil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel stay was great. Great location. Our issue was from the tour we booked to Alexandria through the hotel. Ahmed spoke great English but he does not make a good guide for Americans. His misogyny was too loud. While the history he offered seemed sound and was interesting he spent too long talking about his own opinions.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ahmed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Ismed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Walking distance to not only museum but also restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

MILIND

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A boutique hotel since 1927 , rooms have been refurbrished , staff is friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good Hotel İn The City

Good hotel, in the city center. Breakfast is a plus. Staff try to do their best. Old batiment a little nosy.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the Cosmopolitan work assiduously to provide the best service for their guests. The rooms are clean The breakfast buffet is excellent. The hotel is strategically located near the Egyptian Museum, the Nile River and the railway/subway metro. This hotel is a great value for the money and has an "old" school charm.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I've stayed at the Cosmo before and it's a good location. It's an older hotel but well maintained. Lots of character. Barking dogs made sleeping difficult
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a nice hotel- very clean safe and staff was wonderful Especially Kahlid who works security. They made me and my girlfriend so happy and comfortable. Certainly would come back if I was in Cairo.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Rautio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Good location and clean room

The location of hotel is excellent and room is very clean and quiet. The furniture in the room is bit old fashion, but compare the room rate no complain. Only negative feedback is shower room floor is very slippy, I would like to suggest the hotel to arrange a rubber mat to avoid any accident to happen.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic for the price

This historic hotel is a beautiful structure with an elegant art deco elevator. Marble floors beautiful details.good location. My bathroom was a bit outdated but very clean..staff is fantastic and very polite and helpful..my house keeper Said was fantastic and would create animal sculptures daily. Each one better than the next..a good choice at an excellent price..
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The only neverive is that the hotel forgot to have us picked up at the airport. 5 hours later and $500 poorer and we arrived at the hotel. From that time on, the hotel was very nice. The housekeeping staff was excellent. The beds were comfortable and the location right in the downtown area. Very opulent looking lobby.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is an old-fashioned decorated hotel, very nice. The only "minor" is the main elevator, also "old-fashioned". It needs to be closed manually, which some customers seem to forget. Location is also good.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Very nice stay.

It was good overall. Just several of the staff, at the front door and restaurant were not friendly nor attentive. Rather they just were engrossed on their phones. Omar at the front desk was fantastic, really making us feel welcome and spoke very good English. Breakfast was very good, coffee decent and chef very nice. Oddly the others would just stand around chatting or on phones and offer no service. Bell boys were nice. Very nice sitting lounge.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kaung

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is good. The room is quite spacious (booked the junior suit) but the bathroom is very small, the shower sink is not working properly (water drain very slowly). The furniture, carpet (in/out) are very old. The staff are ok (not very friendly). The price is not bad (not a peak season). Overall, 5/10.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

2 star hotel level

Wifi is super slow. Amenity like shampoo and body soap is cheap, not 4-star hotel amenities. No tooth brush. The room card can not be used after 1 day, i have to ask for change in reception. Breakfast is good with my expectation and some variations. Overall i think it is a 2 star hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Samo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We chose this hotel based on excellent location in the heart of Cairo downtown. You can comfortably handle the whole downtown by foot, stores, restaurants, museum, etc. Area is typical Cairo-downtown and somewhat chaotic, but we found it safe day and night. Hotel has guards outside, no worries there. Hotel itself is comfortable, in interesting old style, clean with functional but somewhat small rooms. Especially unique is the elevator, a must see! It is a compromise between smaller and cheaper places (loud) in downtown that are perhaps more appropriate for younger visitors, and more upscale and expensive ones (mostly further away, you need taxi to get to center). As the idea was to explore Cairo and use hotel mostly for a good nights sleep, this turned out to be a good choice. Free buffet style breakfast is extensive, coffee not something to brag about. Room was clean and attended daily, bathroom renovated. Our room was reasonably quiet, except some dog barking. In Cairo hotels, outside noise during night is something that needs to be paid attention to as there are a lot of complaints from visitors from other hotels in downtown - but this hotel is located somehow a short stretch into a small street that is blocked by the hotel so it is not an issue. Shortly - we found this hotel to be a good choice if you are there to explore Cairo.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed here for a number of days, the night with this Wotif booking and number of days with G Adventures, including booking extra days after, it being their base hotel for Cairo nights of Highlights of Egypt 14 day tour. The hotel is interesting in decor. You've got I'm guessing pith helmet era English, Spanish, French aristocrats portraits on the wall who I'm guessing explored ancient Egypt sites, otherwise odd choice in Egypt. Lift is interesting old era one. Rooms I experienced a few varied, some were better designed, especially the bathroom. But aircon works, showers are decent, beds comfortable. No pool or anything really to do other than sit on chairs in lobby or on floors near lift so just stay in your room as the hotel is a sort of safe sanctuary in this neighborhood. Area outside you get constantly hassled walking around, "where you from?" "Come see my shop," What you want to buy" "spend all your money here" or followed around wherever you go by people expecting money for doing so even though you've told them you want to walk by yourself. One guy even kicked me because I wouldn't give him any (I'd told him constantly "I'm being blunt with you I'm not giving you any money" He's like is okay I just walking with you but then wants money at the end, acting like he was my guide. Likewise places around area you buy food, credit card machine suddenly isn't working, the bill has extra items in there. Staff at Hotel Cosmopolitan though are great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024