Intercontinental Hotel & Resorts Stays in Cairo

The hotel's environment and location are great. It takes less than 10 minutes to walk to the Old Egyptian Museum. However, when checking into the hotel, they charged my card at the coffee shop, which I found a bit odd... It essentially increased the room rate, which isn't very fair. Two nights for $580, and at that price, breakfast isn't even included. That's excessive!

We chose the InterContinental Cairo Citystars for our last night in Egypt, and it was by far the best experience of our trip. We drove there, and the hotel security was very strict; they checked our reservation details one by one upon entry, which made us feel very safe. We handed our car over to the staff to be parked in the underground garage. We had a bit of a mishap while parking – I couldn't find my car keys for a moment. Several staff members kindly helped us search without rushing us, maintaining a friendly and patient attitude, which really diffused the awkwardness. Later, when we saw each other again, they even joked about it, creating a very relaxed atmosphere. The front desk service was meticulous and thoughtful. We needed an extra bed for our double room, and the staff responded quickly, arranging it promptly. The extra bed was a thick cot, not the most comfortable, but the efficiency of the service was commendable. The front desk staff communicated gently and respectfully and even proactively offered a QR code for the hotel's Chinese introduction, showing great attention to detail. The hotel's biggest highlight is its location. An internal passage leads directly to a large shopping mall, so you don't have to go outside, which is incredibly convenient for shopping and dining. However, the mall is huge, and popular stores are scattered, so you might feel a bit rushed if you're planning extensive shopping. As an InterContinental property, the hardware facilities are new and well-maintained, providing a comfortable stay. Overall, the service, location, and amenities were all excellent, making it a perfect last stop in Egypt for travelers with cars and shopping needs.