Sonesta Hotel Cairo
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Address:
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Telephone:
+20 2-262-8111
Fax:
+20 2-263-5731
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Hotel Description
General Description
Location. The Sonesta Cairo Hotel and Casino is located in Cairo, Egypt, seven kilometres from the airport and 35 kilometres from the Giza Pyramids.
Hotel Features. The Sonesta Cairo Hotel and Casino is a modern, ten-storey building with a colonnaded, marbled lobby leading to an atrium with chandeliers and velvet sofas. Onsite amenities include wireless Internet access, a gift shop, 24-hour room service and valet parking.

The Sonesta Cairo Hotel's Japanese sushi restaurant features leather seating and is open for lunch and dinner. The rustic-style Italian restaurant, La Gondola, offers intimate candlelit dining and hosts live music every evening. Decorated in traditional Middle Eastern style, Baalbeck serves Lebanese dishes and offers live entertainment. The poolside bar offers a range of snacks, and the casual restaurant serves a daily buffet breakfast.

The Sonesta Cairo Hotel and Casino's conference facilities include banqueting space and small meeting rooms, The hotel can host large- scale events with up to 1,000 delegates.

In addition to a British Colonial-style 24-hour casino, the Sonesta Cairo Hotel features an outdoor pool and a spa centre with hydrotherapy pools, Vichy showers, a sauna and Turkish steam room. A range of beauty therapies and massage treatments are available, and the spa also houses a fitness suite with a wide range of equipment. Sinbad, the hotel's nightclub, offers dancing into the small hours.

Guestrooms. The 257 guestrooms are decorated in light, neutral shades with soft lighting and white cotton bedding. All have wireless Internet, minibars, satellite television and complimentary newspapers. Bathrooms offer robes, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

Expert Tip. The Great Pyramid at Giza was named as one of the original Seven Wonders of the World. Despite being the oldest Wonder, dating back to approximately 2500 BC, it is the only one still standing.

Overview
Set in the Heliopolis area of Cairo, the hotel is just a 10-minute drive from the airport and most of Cairo’s main attractions, including the Pyramids, Khan el khalili and the Citadel.

Ideal for both leisure and business travellers, the 5-star Sonesta Cairo Hotel & Casino will leave a lasting impression; the hotel's Welcome Service at Cairo Airport assists with visa, passport and luggage, then escorts you directly to the hotel in a complimentary limousine.

The poolside bar and full-service spa, with a Turkish steam bath, are havens for relaxation. After the pampering, the hotel offers several options at its gourmet restaurants, serving French, Italian or Lebanese cuisine.

Luxury Hotel Accommodation
Rooms
Standard Single -One king bed or two twin beds. Warm, modern decor and furnishings. Air conditioning, blackout drapes, satellite TV with premium channels, wireless Internet access, minibar, safe, complimentary bottled water and newspapers. Bathroom with telephone, bathrobes, hair dryer, makeup mirror and complimentary toiletries.

Royal Club -One king or two twin beds. Warm, modern decor and furnishings. Warm, modern decor and furnishings. Air conditioning, blackout drapes, satellite TV with premium channels, wireless Internet access, minibar, safe, complimentary bottled water and newspapers. Bathroom with jetted tub, telephone, bathrobes, hair dryer, makeup mirror and complimentary toiletries.

Royal Club Double-One king or two twin beds. Warm, modern decor and furnishings. Warm, modern decor and furnishings. Air conditioning, blackout drapes, satellite TV with premium channels, wireless Internet access, minibar, safe, complimentary bottled water and newspapers. Bathroom with jetted tub, telephone, bathrobes, hair dryer, makeup mirror and complimentary toiletries.

Superior Room-One king or two twin beds. Warm, modern decor and furnishings. Air conditioning, blackout drapes, satellite TV with premium channels, wireless Internet access, minibar, safe, complimentary bottled water and newspapers. Bathroom with telephone, bathrobes, hair dryer, makeup mirror and complimentary toiletries.

Standard Double-One king bed or two twin beds. Warm, modern decor and furnishings. Air conditioning, blackout drapes, satellite TV with premium channels, wireless Internet access, minibar, safe, complimentary bottled water and newspapers. Bathroom with telephone, bathrobes, hair dryer, makeup mirror and complimentary toiletries.

Superior Single-One king or two twin beds. Warm, modern decor and furnishings. Air conditioning, blackout drapes, satellite TV with premium channels, wireless Internet access, minibar, safe, complimentary bottled water and newspapers. Bathroom with telephone, bathrobes, hair dryer, makeup mirror and complimentary toiletries.

Room Facilities
Air conditioning, Smoking rooms, Cable/satellite TV, Wake-up calls, Complimentary newspaper, Minibar, Housekeeping, Extra towels/bedding, Bathrobes, Complimentary toiletries, Hair dryer, In-room safe, Desk, Climate control, Internet access - high speed, Turndown service, Bottled water in room (complim, Bathroom telephone, Direct-dial phone, Welcome amenities, Premium TV channel(s), Internet access - wireless, Blackout drapes/curtains, Electronic/magnetic keys, Handheld shower, Internet access - surcharge, Makeup mirror, Sewing kit, Slippers

Check-in Time
14:00

Check-out Time
12:00

Facilities
Dining
La Gondola
Authentic Italian à la carte cuisine with nightly live entertainment. The romantic atmosphere is enhanced by the restaurant's sparkling fountain, candlelit tables and mood music.

The Greenhouse
Open 24 hours daily, this casual restaurant offers a daily buffet breakfast and a variety of international specialties.

Baalbak
Traditional Lebanese specialties with nightly oriental entertainment combine to create an authentic Middle Eastern experience

Sushi Ya
Discover the world of Sushi at Sushi Ya, the new, elegant Japanese restaurant, open daily.

In & In Cafe
An outdoor summer café, featuring local and international fare, with nightly live entertainment.

Fauchon
Imported French pastries, confections and gifts, plus gourmet items such as paté de fois gras, gourmet mustards, oils, vinegars, jams and superior Fauchon coffee and tea.

Sinbad
A discotheque with nightly live shows - it's the hottest hangout in town! Having fun is simply a must!

Bohio
Summer poolside bar, offering light meals and snacks and refreshing beverages.

Speke's Bar
An authentic English pub-style lounge with an extensive selection of cocktails and beverages.

Arabic Lounge
A cozy piano bar with a variety of cocktails for a relaxing and entertaining evening.

Activities
Sauna, Fitness Centre, Casino, Spa & Wellness Centre, Massage, Jacuzzi, Turkish/Steam Bath, Hammam, Outdoor Swimming Pool

Location
Transportation
From Cairo International Airport (CAI):
Distance to the Sonesta Cairo Hotel and Casino is seven kilometres, approximately 10 minutes' drive.

Getting there. The hotel offers a shuttle bus service to and from the airport. Taxis for central Cairo can be found in front of the Arrivals hall. The fare should be negotiated prior to departure, and should cost around 70 EGP-80 EGP.

Getting around. A complimentary shuttle bus runs from the hotel to and from downtown Cairo every day. The cheap and reliable metro system is the best way to explore Cairo. Minibuses and buses are a common form of transport, however, taxis are a good alternative. A river bus travels down the Nile from Cairo. Boats leave regularly for the University. Every other boat continues on to Rhoda, Manial, Masr al Qadima (old Cairo), and Giza. Driving is not advised for visitors, due to congestion in the city.