Carlton Downtown Cairo

Hotels
8.3 (515 reviews)
21 26 July Street , Cairo , eg
+20 2 25755323

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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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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
H
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
E
Erica • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Cameron • solo_traveller • gb
8
A fantastic “five star, three star” hotel in the heart of Cairo. Atmospheric and faded grandour galore.
Pros:

A beautiful old, creaky, throwback-to-yesteryear (in a good way) hotel that feels like it’s not changed all that much since the 1930s. I mean this in a good way, but expectations ought to be managed a little.

Cons:

Some may consider parts dated. I call it classic

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
L
luciano • solo_traveller • es
6
2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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franz • solo_traveller • be
10
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • solo_traveller • de
9
Very good value for money in the city center
Pros:

If you want to visit Cairo this hotel is perfect. It's located in the center just at the metro station Nasser Square and near the Railway station. The style is charming and reminds to old Egypt. There is a rooftop bar where you can have dinner too. The room is clean and charming. Also, my room was very silent!
The personel is very friendly and helpful.

Cons:

Remember your grandparents’ house. The style is old and leads you into the past. Everything is well ordered, nicely designed and in a good shape. If you like this type of atmosphere you won't find something negative here.

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Sorin • solo_traveller • es
3
Nu tineti valori in camera
Pros:

Locatia

Cons:

Mi,a disparut 50 euro din camera. Portofelul continea 300 euro era intr-un rucsac si am gasit seara doar 250 euro.

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Hein • solo_traveller • nl
10
Fantastisch!
Pros:

Fantastisch dakterras en schitterende klassieke inrichting.

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Eleonora • solo_traveller • it
10
Posizione perfetta, molto caratteristico del Cairo, staff disponibile in tutto
Pros:

Hotel molto caratteristico, atmosfera di una Cairo antica. Posizione perfetta, davanti la metro che in pochi minuti ti porta a Cairo Copto, banca nella strada davanti ben fornita di ATM per ritirare, negozietto davanti per acqua e rifornimenti. Nel centro di Downtown con ristoranti e caffè Riche a 15 min a piedi. Davvero comodo per tutto. 15 min di uber dal bazar. Molto carina la terrazza dove servono la colazione ed é possibile anche bere qualcosa la sera in tranquillità. La struttura non é nuova, alcune cose sono vecchie del tempo ma é anche la sua particolarità. Staff gentile e disponibile ad aiutarti in qualsiasi modo. Consiglio a chi cerca un posto davvero caratteristico.

Cons:

La zona é molto trafficata, sei nel centro di Downton, ma le stanze sono silenziosissime. La struttura é datata, non aspettatevi un hotel moderno.

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
M
MarcinSk • solo_traveller • pl
10
2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
M
MarcinSk • solo_traveller • pl
10
2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Javier • solo_traveller • pe
7
Su recepción te lleva al estilo glorioso de El Cairo
Pros:

Tiene mucho estilo clásico que uno espera de Él Cairo. El roof garden, es un lugar que no esperas pero que te complace muchísimo

Cons:

Necesita mucho mantenimiento. Se percibe que se esmeran en mantener el orden y limpieza pero las instalaciones requieren renovación.

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Abdullah • couple • sa
1
Cons:

الموقع ومستوى النظافه والمبنى قديم وكئيب

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee