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Talisman Hotel

3.0 star property
Comfortable Cairo hotel in Az-Zahir with free breakfast

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Talisman Hotel

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free internet
Double Room | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free internet
Free continental breakfast
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free internet

Overview of Talisman Hotel

Reviews
8.0

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Explore the area

Map
39 Talaat Harb St., Downtown, Cairo
  • Popular LocationKhan el-Khalili5 min drive
  • Popular LocationTahrir Square6 min drive
  • Popular LocationEgyptian Museum6 min drive
  • AirportCairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.)29 min drive
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Room options

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free internet

Single Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Satellite channels
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free internet

Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Hair dryer
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 King Beds

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includes taxes & fees
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About the neighborhood

Cairo

Talisman Hotel is located in Az-Zahir, a neighborhood in Cairo, and is near a metro station. Egyptian Museum and Grand Egyptian Museum are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Khan el-Khalili and City Stars. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Cairo International Stadium or Al-Ahly Sports Club.
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What's nearby

  • Khan el-Khalili - 5 min drive
  • Al-Azhar University - 5 min drive
  • Tahrir Square - 6 min drive
  • Egyptian Museum - 6 min drive
  • City Stars - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Cairo Rames Station - 4 min drive
  • Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • دجاج كنتاكى - 10 min walk
  • ملك المانجا والفراولة - 6 min walk
  • كافتيريا ميمي فكري - 8 min walk
  • بيتزا هت - 10 min walk
  • كوفي شوب الحفيد - 7 min walk

About this property

Talisman Hotel

Hotel located in Az-Zahir
Take advantage of free continental breakfast, shopping on site, and a library at Talisman Hotel. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a restaurant.
Additional perks include:
  • Concierge services, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator
  • A porter/bellhop, multilingual staff, and a front-desk safe
  • A TV in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms at Talisman Hotel feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like separate sitting areas and bathrobes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and bidets
  • Separate sitting areas, satellite channels, and daily housekeeping

Languages

Arabic, English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Satellite channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Local laws may restrict unmarried guests from sharing rooms; guests are responsible for providing proof of marriage, if requested by the property

Property is also known as

Talisman de Charme
Talisman de Charme Cairo
Talisman Hotel de Charme
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Frequently asked questions

Is Talisman Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Talisman Hotel?

As of Apr 23, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Talisman Hotel on Apr 26, 2024 start from $93.05, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Talisman Hotel?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Talisman Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Talisman Hotel located?

Located in Az-Zahir, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Ain Shams University, Al-Hakim Mosque, and Egyptian National Railways Museum. Mosque of Sayyidna al-Hussein and Midan Hussein Mosque are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Talisman Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 57 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Nikta

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Not happy with location, payment, breakfast
Location : It is extraordinary difficult to find the entrance especially over the weekend as it is crazy crowded near the entrance. We had to drag our luggages and go through the crowd to enter the main building. In the building it was not easy to find the main door, and we had to go up and down multiple time with a no so safe elevator. Payment: I had to pay the fee at the hotel and wanted to pay in Egyptian pound, but I was told I can only pay in $, or the equal amount in Egyptian pounds but with THE BLACK market exchange rate, which was almost double of what I exchanged my $. (1$=31 EGP, vs 50EGP in black market) Breakfast: it was way below expectations, very simple, not much variety, it took them almost 10 min to give us bread.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this meticulously restored to its 1800s splendor--think Haussmann Parisian high ceilings and large French windows--with exquisite Egyptian antiques yet all modern conveniences (en suite bathrooms, air conditioning etc). Atmosphere is completed by being met each morning by elderly woman maitre d' in flawless French. High on 5th floor down a pedestrianized side street, no Cairo traffic noise to disturb you. Walkable to Egyptian Museum and old Cairo but in an Egyptian medium/high shopping neighborhood so no hassle and lots of good local (ie not tourist) food options. As others have said, dont be put off by rather run down ground floor covered courtyard from which you get lift to 5th floor. This hotel is the antidote to bland, impersonal, 5 star hotels and grotty noisy backpacker hotels. Plus, instead of trying to sell you tours or overpriced transport, here they told us about Uber which was a fraction of the price, very reliable and had seatbelts, and local restaurants from which they got no commission! Character, cleanliness, convenience. You could not do better.

4/10 Poor

Dwight

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Please be advised, the building in which this hostel is located is a semi-abandon building. There was a man sleeping in the hallway entrance of the place and another one in another floor since this hostel is on the 5th floor. The building is in terrible shape, and very sketchy. Once in the “hotel” the electricity went off. My partner and I decided to leave the next night and stayed somewhere else, although we were supposed to stay there another night. (Still haven’t gotten my money back for the 2nd day cancellation) Due yourselves and love ones a favor and do not book here.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is perfect @ down town Caïro. Best spot to witness local life of the inhabitants of Caïro.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Totally unique for Cairo, a real sanctuary right in a downtown area full of wonderful 1930s French architecture. I visit Cairo a lot and usually stay in one of the 4 or 5 star chains. All so far are dull, large concrete buildings with no soul. The staff were wonderful and everything worked perfectly. We stayed 3 nights. It may not be everyone's ideal but for those who want to experience old Cairo, rather than an anonymous bunker, this is a real sanctuary. One review said breakfast was 'basic' but there was a good range of options, the fresh guavas were my highlight. Don't miss a visit to Cage Riche 5-10 mins walk away, another institution.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Ilan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Don't take credit card though it is stated on the reservation confirmation that it is an option?! Breakfast is pretty basic. The location is great, clean and nicely decorated. Staff is friendly and kind (but depends who is attending).
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent for a feel if Cairo
Charming as the name indicates. Down an alley off Talit Harb St. Old fashioned open cage elevator. Hotel is on fifth floor. Great for travellers who like the local flavor rather than the "Hilton" feel. Staff speaks English and were very helpful and accomidating. In a typical bustling Cairo neighborhood in downtown Cairo. Walk to Tahrir Square, Egyptian Museum and the Nile. Highly reccomended.

2/10 Terrible

Celia, Sydney

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
DO NOT STAY AT THIS HOTEL!!! THERE ARE THIEVES!!
The hotel was fine, I was happy until the last day when I realised that someone has stolen all the precious stones, jeweleries, and cash from the safe box inside the room. If you stay at this hotel do not leave anything valuable in the safe box as advised. I did just that, and even with my own individual code they open the safebox and stole everything that was valuable. Do not stay at this Hotel!!!

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Devon, England

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel Talisman Cairo - friendly and unique
The hotel staff were so friendly and helpful and the public rooms were furnished with fab Egyptian historical pieces throughout. Breakfast lovely and particularly cool was the fact we were only in our room for about 1 minute when a knock on the door revealed the waiter with welcoming fresh fruit drinks. You will though need to arrive by taxi as not easy at all to find. In small sidestreet with no obvious signage.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cairo Haven
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Cairo. The transport from the airport was an issue and consideration should be given for airport pick up which would assist in the frenetic conditions of the arrival section of the airport. Hotel arranged transport to airport when we left which made life easier. Best wishes to all at the Hotel Talisman.