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About the Hotel

17 Kasr Al Nile, Cairo, Egypt, 4280140

Very good

7.7

9.2

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“Nestled in the heart of downtown Cairo, this hotel is just a stone's throw from the iconic museums and the vibrant busy shopping district, making it a perfect base for exploration.”view full review

Philo Hotel, rated 7.8/10, offers essential amenities with free WiFi and a shared lounge. This capsule hotel features comfortable rooms with city views and is situated near Tahrir Square and The Egyptian Museum.

Rooms & Amenities

All guest rooms at Philo Hotel come with a seating area, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and a private bathroom with free toiletries. Some rooms feature a balcony that offers city views.

Dining & Nearby Options

Guests can enjoy a continental breakfast or choose from a vegetarian or halal breakfast option. Nearby dining options include Koshary Abou Tarek (0.5 km) and Le Grillon (0.5 km).

Services & Local Area

Philo Hotel features easy access to local transportation, with Gamal Abd Al Nasser subway station just an 8-minute walk away. Popular landmarks include Al-Azhar Mosque (3 km) and Cairo Tower (3 km).

Transportation & Services

The nearest airport is Cairo International Airport, located 16 km from the property. The capsule hotel also provides guests with a shared kitchen for additional convenience.

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Philo Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Single Room Balcony

2 persons

435 sq. feet

1 Single bed

Shower

Balcony

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Double Room Balcony

2 persons

435 sq. feet

2 Single beds

Shower

Balcony

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Large Double Room

2 persons

435 sq. feet

1 Double bed

Shower

Balcony

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Standard Triple Room

2 persons

435 sq. feet

3 Single beds

Shower

Balcony

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What our guests says about facilities

Philo Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Charming Spacious Rooms

My room at the Philo Hotel was magnificent with a 5-meter high ceiling and spacious dimensions of 6m by 5m. It featured two balconies, allowing me to enjoy beautiful views of the city. The French architectural design added a lovely touch that made my stay even more enjoyable.

Seth_2024. USA, read full review

Comfortable and Recently Remodeled

The bathroom in my room was recently remodeled, which made for a refreshing experience during my stay. Everything was clean, and it felt modern compared to many other options available. It was a nice touch to have a comfortable place to refresh after exploring the bustling city.

William2024. Canada, read full review

Great Views and Cozy Ambiance

The room had two large windows facing the street, which provided not only great natural light but also a lovely city view. It was the perfect atmosphere for relaxing, taking photos, and enjoying afternoon tea while watching the busy life of Cairo melt away.

RonA2024. UK, read full review

Inviting and Comfortable Beds

I found the bed in my room to be quite comfortable. It was firm yet cozy, allowing for a restful sleep after busy days of sightseeing. The furnishings selected by Mr. Philip really complemented the vintage aesthetic, making the bedroom a good place to unwind.

Clyde_2024. Australia, read full review

What’s included

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Guest Parking

Shared kitchen
Electric kettle

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry

Dining

Special diet menus

Children

Baby pushchair
Children's buffet

Spa & Leisure

Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Terrace
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Shared kitchen
Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Philo Hotel Location

17 Kasr Al Nile, Cairo, Egypt, 4280140

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17 Kasr Al Nile, Cairo, Egypt, 4280140

City landmarks

Museum

Egyptian Antiquities Museum

3000 ft

Square

Tahrir Square

2800 ft

Tower

Cairo Tower

1.4 mi

Landmark

Abdeen Palace

5000 ft

Bridge

Qasr El Nil Bridge

4600 ft

Mosque

Al-Hussein Mosque

1.4 mi

Theatre

Opera house Cairo

1.3 mi

Museum

Museum of Islamic Art Cairo

1.0 mi

Mosque

Mosque of Al-Azhar

1.4 mi

Park

Al-Azhar Park

1.6 mi

Landmark

Menkaure Pyramid

2400 ft

Museum

Museum of Egyptian Modern Arts

1.2 mi

Landmark

Cairo Citadel

1.8 mi

Landmark

Agilkia Island

3800 ft

Landmark

Mastaba of Ptah-Hotep and Akhti-Hotep

3200 ft

Landmark

Serapeum

3200 ft

Landmark

Tombs of the Nobles

3200 ft

Landmark

Berenice Troglodytica

3200 ft

Landmark

Mastaba of Kagemni

3200 ft

Landmark

Mastaba of Mereruka

3200 ft

Landmark

Gibel Silsila

3200 ft

Landmark

Abu Sir Pyramids

3200 ft

Landmark

Thebes

3200 ft

Landmark

Liberation Square

2700 ft

Landmark

Elegant Voyage

3200 ft

Church

St Simon the Tanner Monastery

3200 ft

Landmark

Al Moez Ldin Allah Al Fatmi

1.4 mi

Bridge

6th October Bridge

1.5 mi

Nearby

Gallery

Townhouse Gallery

1100 ft

11 محمد حجاج، معروف، قصر النيل، محافظة القاهرة‬،، Egypt

Downtown Cairo

1100 ft

Restaurants

Kazaz Restaurant

1200 ft

38 Sabry Abou Alam St. Off Talaat Harb Sq. In Front Of Sidnawy

Koshary Abou Tarek

1000 ft

Choppin ln Champollion

Soliman Pasha Fruits Juice

1600 ft

13 Talaat Harb St.

KFC

800 ft

38 Ragheb st. Off Mohamed Sayed Ahmed St. In Front Of Alex Bank

Koshary El Tahrir

400 ft

12 Youssef El Gendy St.

McDonald's

800 ft

42 Talaat Harb St. Downtown

Tamarai

2600 ft

2005 C Cornish El Nil Cairo Towers

Falafilo

3900 ft

25 Sahel El Ghelal St.

Getting around

City Centre

Cairo12 min · 3300 ft

Airports

Cairo International (CAI)30 min · 12.4 mi

Train

El Giza Train Station8 min · 3.3 mi

Underground

Sadat6 min · 1700 ft

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 12:00-13:00

Check-out

until 11 am

Internet

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Breakfast

You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs US$4 per person per day.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Philo Hotel from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 125 verified reviews

8.7/10

Great

88%

Recommend

Breakfast

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Comfort

7.8/10

Facilities

7.6/10

Free Wi-Fi

7.0/10

Location

9.3/10

Paid Wi-Fi

6.2/10

Staff

9.0/10

Value for money

8.2/10

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