Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Nightclub
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Clubhouse
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good food
Cons:
Dirty rooms
Noise from maintenance

Categories

Cleanliness
8.41
Several reviews commented on dirty rooms and old carpets.
Service
9.99
Multiple reviews praised the staff, especially specific members for their helpfulness.
Location
8.92
The hotel is noted to be a bit far from major attractions but has a peaceful environment.
Room Quality
9.37
The cabana rooms were criticized, but standard rooms are appreciated.
Amenities
8.9
Amenities like the underground gym and indoor pool received negative remarks.
Value for Money
9.86
Overall guest experience considered the rates fair, despite some complaints.
Food and Beverage
9.91
Food quality received much praise.
Overall Experience
9.88
Guests expressed high satisfaction despite some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 02:54

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations in the Heart of Cairo

Year-Round Outdoor Pool and Palatial Courtyard
The Royal Maxim Palace Kempinski Cairo boasts an exquisite all year-round outdoor pool, perfect for a refreshing dip or lounging under the sun. The palatial inspired courtyard provides a serene oasis in the bustling city, ideal for relaxation and unwinding.

Culinary Delights and Event Spaces
Indulge in a culinary journey at one of the 9 restaurants and bars offering a wide array of delicacies. From all-day snacks at the Royal Club Lounge to exquisite dining experiences, your taste buds are in for a treat. The property also features indoor and outdoor event spaces, including the largest ballroom in Egypt, The Excelsior, perfect for hosting special events and gatherings.

Rejuvenating Spa and Elegant Rooms
Experience ultimate relaxation at the Resense Spa, the first luxury European spa in the city, offering a range of rejuvenating treatments. Each elegant room at the hotel features a flat-screen TV, a seating area, and picturesque views of the pool, garden, or courtyard, ensuring a comfortable stay.

Book your stay at Royal Maxim Palace Kempinski Cairo for a truly unforgettable experience in the heart of the vibrant city.

Important information:

Parking is offered at a surcharge.

Children below 16 years old have no access to the club lounge.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: CAI

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 6 years old to 11 years old stay for US$10 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children from 6 years old to 11 years old stay for US$45 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    People 12 years old and over stay for US$75 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 1476 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.41
Service: 9.99
Location: 8.92
Room Quality: 9.37
Amenities: 8.9
Value for Money: 9.86
Food and Beverage: 9.91
Overall Experience: 9.88
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cooperx2026 Solo travel
10
nice .bravo. Good
Pros:

Christin is very nice . five star ,kholoud always help me in time ,farha give me a nice experience, thanks for them very much, well breakfast well living

2026-03-06 via Tripadvisor
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kevin solo_traveller ae
5
Disappointing
Pros:

The hotel was a true disappointment...
The reception staff were boring and not helpful..even after I repeatedly talked to them about my room...

Cons:

The lights and current kept going off in the room and the reception told me it was the sensors in the room..but in the middle of taking a shower and while watching tv, the current would go off and i was in complete blackout..a bit scary and so unlike any hotel I hsve stayed in.

2026-03-06 via Nuitee
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Ahmet family_with_children tr
3
Pros:

Staff supported despite hardware problems
Upgraded my room
My comments are for my original reserved room

Cons:

A lot of hardware problems
Old property
Needs renovation

2026-03-06 via Nuitee
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S1927QFkarolinab Friends getaway
10
Friends trip
Pros:

Christin was very helpful. Hotel has amazing staff.

2026-03-05 via Tripadvisor
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Patricia family_with_children es
8
Pros:

El desayuno era muy bueno, tenía de todo y de calidad. El hotel es muy agradable y cómodo, cerca del aeropuerto y de centros comerciales.

Cons:

La piscina grande durante Ramadan estaba cerrada y sólo se podía hacer uso de la del spa. Por lo demás, todo fue muy bien

2026-03-05 via Nuitee
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Saif solo_traveller ae
7
2026-03-03 via Nuitee
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Y7287UUmarinam Business
10
All the way Christin
Pros:

Where to begin! Amazing experience especially with the care and attendance of Christin. She was incredible and heightened our experience and introduced us to some delicious authentic Egyptian food while providing excellence service.

2026-02-26 via Tripadvisor
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Richard couple gb
6
Useful as a short stay near the airport between planes
Pros:

The staff were professional

Cons:

A bit impersonal

2026-02-26 via Nuitee
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anthonyhW6362GT Family
10
Anthony enjoys Iftar.
Pros:

I arrived for dinner ( Iftar) and the reservations were totally booked. My wife was very disappointed. However, like genie from the bottle Mohamed Said showed up and authorized us to have meal at the Lucca restaurant. He arranged for staff to tend to our needs and we were treated to white glove treatment. My hat is off to the whole team at the State and Lucca. Bravo!!!

2026-02-25 via Tripadvisor
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sujayb255 Business
10
Best experience especially at dining.
Pros:

Loved the atmosphere and Christin was at her best service.. would highly recommend.

2026-02-25 via Tripadvisor
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suzannehN923ZT Couples
10
Nice customer service
Pros:

Breakfast was very nice. The staff very friendly and helpful. Christin, and Malak and Latifa were helpful with their sunny dispositions and friendly smiles.

2026-02-24 via Tripadvisor
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brunolW9809PN Family
10
A wonderful place in New Cairo
Pros:

Dream place, amazing Gym, wonderful rooms with a lot of space and equipments. Really quiet during Ramadan. Christine at the breakfast was really helpful.

2026-02-23 via Tripadvisor
9
922viktoriar Family
10
Magnificent breakfast
Pros:

The breakfast is really magnificent. A lot of food and different tastes.Christin, Latifa were great in service. Reammy good accomodation.

2026-02-21 via Tripadvisor
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JuliaMira1 Solo travel
10
Iftar experience ✨️
Pros:

Iftar was perfect as usual frim Kempenski team and chefs..variety,quality and service.
Mr said for oud entertainment is a pluse for the environment.
Kholoud with her smile and Amr and the rest of the team are so helpful

2026-02-19 via Tripadvisor
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184alf Family
2
Basic accomodation and subpar customer service
Pros:

My family of 4 stayed at the Royal Kempinski for 2 nights.
The TLDR version is that the place is run with good intentions and inadequate oversight.

We chose this hotel because the Kempinski brand is synonymous with luxurious quality and attention to detail. This specific location showcased a lovely outdoor pool, sunbathing spots and a kids club that promised to keep my 6-year-old entertained.

After checking in at 3:30 pm, we went straight to the pool. 5 minutes in, a lifeguard informed us the pool would close down earlier that day due to "Ramadan-related construction" and that we needed to leave by 5 pm.
He then went on to say that this would also extend to the remainder of our 2-night stay.

I spoke to the reception desk who said they would look into this. An hour later, I got a phone call confirming the above and offering me an exception for my daughter to use the indoor pool the next day, which is otherwise adults only.

Looking to save what's left of this stay, we went to explore the kids club. Despite the nice set up, the foosball table was missing a ball. We asked the clerk at the club about it. After calling someone else to confirm, she came back to inform us the ball had been missing for a while, and said the available alternative was a small dice. A dice cube to play foosball! We later bought our own balls from a play store nearby to be able to use the foosball table the next day.

The other feature was a PS5, which was a nice touch. As with everything else, it also did not work because it was not connected to the internet. Asking 2 different clerks over that evening and the following day about this was pointless, as they just kept reiterating that the machine "works". Explaining the internet issue fell on deaf ears, so I resorted to using my mobile phone as a hotspot for the PS5 to get my daughter, who was understandably upset at this point, to be able to play.

The next morning, we woke up to a puddle behind the toilet, who we thought may have been self-induced. We went down for breakfast, which was the only redeeming quality of our stay. The food was great, and Christine, our server over the 2 mornings we stayed there, was very caring and attentive.

The rest of the day unfortunately did not go as well as we'd hoped, but as bad as we've expected. I took my daughter to the indoor pool, which she could only muster all of 20 minutes in because of the extreme humidity. We then went to the outside pool to find the sunbathing chairs gone, and construction workers banging around the now inaccessible pool. The hamering and banging transpired for the whole day, and with it any chance of enjoying the day by the pool.

We woke up on the morning of check out to find a new puddle behind the toilet, confirming a more possible leak than a self-induced drizzle.

I've relayed most of my experience to one of the customer service representatives, who was nice and apologetic. Unfortunately, there was nothing she could do to salvage this.

Should there have been prior notice of ongoing construction and lack of pool and sunbathing access, I would have cancelled my reservation and went elsewhere. Despite the kind, unapologetic words, the whole experience was shockingly subpar for a Kempinski hotel, and a clear example of how little thought goes to customer experience in this place.

2026-02-18 via Tripadvisor
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O9179IHtonyt Family
10
thanks
Pros:

Christin good service and good food

2026-02-18 via Tripadvisor
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nehalkamalr Family
10
Excellent experience
Pros:

Loved the service. Christina was very helpful, kind and good experienced in service.

2026-02-16 via Tripadvisor
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mohamadr344 Family
10
Excellent service for all things
Pros:

Really the service is well .or let me say more than that it was fantastic. It deserves number 1 in the world not in Eygpt.the cheif Houssam was very helpful and welcomed us he help us inthe breakfast with Mahmaud Mohamad .what ever I say. Is a little in telling about how they were good .all the workers are well done treat us even those on the lobby. I hope I will come again 🙏

2026-02-15 via Tripadvisor
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moniquevM3938OM Friends getaway
10
Fantastic service also from Christin and fabulous deserts.
Pros:

We had the privilege of the service of Christin. Very good! And a big upgrade for the room to a suite. Fantastic! Many thanks from the Netherlands.

2026-02-13 via Tripadvisor
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Mohamed Abd ElMoniem family_with_children eg
8
2026-02-13 via Nuitee