Carlton Downtown Cairo

Hotels
8.3 (515 reviews)
21 26 July Street , Cairo , EG

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Vintage ambiance
Cons:
Issues with cleanliness
Old furniture
Room heating problems

Categories

Cleanliness
7.55
Mixed reviews regarding cleanliness; some comments on issues like the need for refurbishing.
Service
9.05
Friendly and attentive staff were consistently praised across multiple reviews.
Location
9.05
The hotel is well-located, close to metro and local commerce.
Room Quality
7.55
Some rooms had issues with decor and heating.
Amenities
8.05
Good basic amenities, though some furnishings were described as old.
Value for Money
8.55
Good value for the price given the location and service.
Food and Beverage
8.05
Breakfast was decent, but some items were critiqued as low quality.
Overall Experience
8.55
Overall, guests enjoyed their stay and appreciated the vintage charm.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 00:01

Property Description

Centrally Located Accommodation
Carlton Downtown Cairo offers a convenient stay near Tahrir Square, with a garden, free parking, and a restaurant.

Modern Amenities
Enjoy air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and minibars for a comfortable stay.

Exceptional Service
Our friendly staff, fluent in Arabic and English, provide 24-hour assistance and local recommendations.

Book your stay at Carlton Downtown Cairo for a memorable experience in the heart of Cairo.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 515 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.55
Service: 9.05
Location: 9.05
Room Quality: 7.55
Amenities: 8.05
Value for Money: 8.55
Food and Beverage: 8.05
Overall Experience: 8.55
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Maged • solo_traveller • ae
1
Disappointing experience
Pros:

My experience with Carlton Town Cairo Hotel, especially their rooftop garden, was absolutely disappointing!
The way guests are treated is completely unacceptable. There is a serious lack of hospitality, professionalism, and respect for customers. Instead of making guests feel welcome and valued, the experience left me feeling frustrated and completely let down.
The rooftop garden should be a place where guests can relax, enjoy themselves, and receive proper hospitality. Unfortunately, my experience was the complete opposite.
I felt that the level of service and treatment I received did not reflect what I expected or what I was paying for. The entire experience left me feeling misled and extremely dissatisfied.
Hospitality is about respect, honesty, and making guests feel welcome. Unfortunately, I experienced none of that here.
I would strongly advise anyone considering visiting this hotel's rooftop garden to be very careful and make sure they fully understand what they are paying for and what services they can actually expect.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Maged • solo_traveller • ae
1
A deeply disappointing experience that I have absolutely no desire to repeat.
Pros:

Unfortunately, my experience with Carlton Town Cairo Hotel was extremely disappointing, especially when it came to flexibility and guest satisfaction.

I requested a late check-out of just four additional hours and was even willing to pay half the nightly rate for it. However, the hotel completely refused my request!

The issue is not simply about four extra hours. It is about how a hotel treats its guests and whether it is willing to make a reasonable effort to accommodate their needs, especially when the guest is prepared to pay for the additional service.

In my opinion, true hospitality is not just about providing a room and a bed. It is about making guests feel welcome, valued, and comfortable throughout their stay.

The complete lack of flexibility regarding such a simple request made this experience incredibly frustrating and disappointing.

I expected a much better level of customer service and hospitality. Unfortunately, this experience has made me seriously reconsider ever staying at this hotel again.

I would not recommend this hotel to anyone who values flexibility, guest satisfaction, and a customer-oriented approach to hospitality.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Thierry • solo_traveller • fr
10
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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ibrahim • solo_traveller • sa
7
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
بدر الهلاكا • solo_traveller • sa
8
Pros:

اشكر جميع العاملين على حسن المعاملة

Cons:

1-الإفطار يحضر بنفس الوقت ومحدد الأنواع .
2- مدخل الفندق غير واضح .

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Heidi • solo_traveller • au
10
A historical stay
Pros:

Such an interesting old hotel. Great location and helpful staff.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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JUNYU • solo_traveller • cn
10
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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JUNYU • solo_traveller • cn
10
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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rab. • solo_traveller • lb
4
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Remko • couple • nl
9
Recommended
Pros:

Good location, perfect breakfast on rooftop

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Neil Barry • solo_traveller • de
6
2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Jeff • solo_traveller • au
6
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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IRIE • solo_traveller • jp
5
2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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FAHAD • solo_traveller • ae
8
Pros:

Staff were too good and location was very prime.

Cons:

All was fine.

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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FREDERICK • family_with_children • fr
7
2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Heba • solo_traveller • ae
9
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Heba • solo_traveller • ae
9
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Nousi [C] • couple • gr
10
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Eugene from Belarus • solo_traveller • pl
10
Pros:

An unbelievable place with so much history! It truly feels like stepping back in time.
Amazing, honest, polite and helpful staff.
Comfortable rooms.
Delicious breakfast on the rooftop terrace with incredible views over downtown Cairo.
One of the most memorable hotels I've ever stayed at.

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Bazsigg • solo_traveller • hu
10
Pros:

The staff are so nice, the toproof bar and restaurant are great! The room is so clean and comfortable. The whole hotel have an old vibe and its so so nice.

Cons:

Our room was quite small had a window but it was facing a wall

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee