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1. Hotel Maamoun
Hotel MaamounGafsa
Sassi
$80 nightly
$93 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
2. Le Méridien Cairo Airport
Le Méridien Cairo AirportHeliopolis
Katya
$127 nightly
$151 total
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Total with taxes and fees
3. Hyatt Centric Cairo West
Hyatt Centric Cairo West6th of October City
Brandon
$128 nightly
$147 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
4. Flamingo Cairo Airport Hotel & Free Airport Pickup
Flamingo Cairo Airport Hotel & Free Airport PickupHeliopolis
Maher
$91 nightly
$106 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Total with taxes and fees
5. Kemet Pyramids View Hotel
Kemet Pyramids View HotelGiza
Lonnie
$91 nightly
$107 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
6. Lazib Inn Resort & Spa
Lazib Inn Resort & SpaYusuf as-Sidiq
Abigail
$130 nightly
$151 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
7. Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa
Hilton Luxor Resort & SpaLuxor
Jennifer
$195 nightly
$225 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
8. Sonesta Hotel Tower & Casino Cairo
Sonesta Hotel Tower & Casino CairoNasr City
Sameh
$85 nightly
$97 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Total with taxes and fees
9. Royal Mountain Hotel
Royal Mountain HotelLuxor
Mrs Nicola
$23 nightly
$27 total
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Total with taxes and fees
10. Morocco Deluxe Camp Assif N itrane
Morocco Deluxe Camp Assif N itraneMerzouga
Sarah
$53 nightly
$59 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Total with taxes and fees
11. Le Passage Cairo Hotel & Casino
Le Passage Cairo Hotel & CasinoHeliopolis
Ian
$85 nightly
$100 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
12. Djorff Palace
Djorff PalaceLuxor
Chayil
$94 nightly
$108 total
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Total with taxes and fees
13. Prime Boutique Hotel Heliopolis Terrace
Prime Boutique Hotel Heliopolis TerraceHeliopolis
Dania
$46 nightly
$54 total
Sep 5 - Sep 6
Total with taxes and fees
14. Steigenberger Nile Palace
Steigenberger Nile PalaceEast Bank
Luis
$77 nightly
$100 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
15. Waldorf Astoria Cairo Heliopolis
Waldorf Astoria Cairo HeliopolisHeliopolis
Mina
$243 nightly
$280 total
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Total with taxes and fees
16. Jolie Ville Hotel & Spa Kings Island Luxor
Jolie Ville Hotel & Spa Kings Island LuxorNile River Luxor
Thomas
$60 nightly
$70 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
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17. El Mouradi Douz
El Mouradi DouzDouz Nord
$68 nightly
$84 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
18. Sonesta St George Hotel Luxor
Sonesta St George Hotel LuxorNile River Luxor
Carlos
$78 nightly
$90 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
19. el masaadya hotel
el masaadya hotelHeliopolis
Lorin
$55 nightly
$63 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
20. Novotel Cairo Airport
Novotel Cairo AirportHeliopolis
Muhammad
$96 nightly
$111 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Total with taxes and fees
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Sirius Palace Luxor
Sirius Palace LuxorLuxor
"This is a small hotel of the beaten track but on the hot air balloon route. The food choice is limited but tasty. The host was very accommodating and organised a trip after we left the hotel."
Cabin
Diar Abou Habibi Tozeur
Diar Abou Habibi TozeurTozeur
"An amazing place in the Tozeur oasis. Very relaxing. Had a refreshing swim in the pool. Breakfast brought to your cabin was good."
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Prime Residence Zayed Heights
Prime Residence Zayed HeightsSheikh Zayed City
"Had a beautiful 3 week stay nice clean rooms great staff."
Camping
Imperial Glory Lodges
Imperial Glory LodgesRissani
"The service is excellent. It is very thoughtful to give us a bottle of sand of Sahara when we leaving. The food is excellent too. I had a very very good time there."
Aparthotel
Nile Suites Plaza Apartments
Nile Suites Plaza ApartmentsCairo
"Nice experience highly recommended for family"
Aparthotel
Hassilabiad Appart Hotel
Hassilabiad Appart HotelTaouz
"One of the best places I stayed in Morocco. The hosts are extremely hospitable and arranged everything very smoothly. The food (especially the breakfast) was just so amazing and all the staff was very kind too. Location is couldn't be better. Highly recommend this place and if you are debating don't think twice. "
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Prime Residence Zayed Hills
Prime Residence Zayed HillsSheikh Zayed City
"Excellent location and service "
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Beithady Luxury Aparthotel Lotus - BH-73
Beithady Luxury Aparthotel Lotus - BH-73New Cairo
"The apartment was very clean, the beds were comfortable, the staff were friendly and super helpful, and the apartment was well equipped with everything we needed!"
Apartment
Second Home Hospitality
Second Home HospitalityNew Cairo
"I had a really good experience with Second home hospitality. The staff are friendly and very helpful. Highly recommended"
Aparthotel
NOMA New Cairo
NOMA New CairoNew Cairo
"Amazing value for money. Very clean and modern. The staff were brilliant they went above and beyond to make our stay the most comfortable and pleasant. I can't fault anything. I will definitely come back again and recommend Noma always"
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Luxurious Villa Serene Garden New Cairo
Luxurious Villa Serene Garden New CairoNew Cairo
"It was one of the nicest place I've ever seen in Egypt "
Camping
Dunes Insolites - Luxury Camp
Dunes Insolites - Luxury CampEl Faouar
"We were looking for an authentic, off-the-beaten path experience and this was it. Having the opportunity to stay the night in the dessert, ride camels and quads through sand dunes, watch a beautiful sunset, listen to traditional Bedouin music and have a delicious meal were outstanding. We would definitely recommend."
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Boutique Residence Iconia Zamalek
Boutique Residence Iconia ZamalekZamalek
"Very good location and helpful staff"
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Prime Select New Giza
Prime Select New Giza6th of October City
"Very nice place in a beautiful residential area. Enjoyed staying there. Manager Karim was prompt and very helpful"
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Stay near popular Sahara Desert attractions
Giza Pyramid Complex
9.4/10 (3,109 reviews)
You can learn more about the history of Giza when you make a stop at a top site like Giza Pyramid Complex. Discover the area's museums and monuments.
Great Sphinx of Giza
9.4/10 (2,886 reviews)
Great Sphinx of Giza is just one of the places to see in Giza, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
Grand Egyptian Museum
9.2/10 (1,241 reviews)
You can study the exhibits at Grand Egyptian Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Giza. Discover the area's fascinating museums, or seek out its local tours.
Tahrir Square
8.2/10 (1,825 reviews)
Learn about the local history of Cairo with a stop at Tahrir Square. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
Pyramid of Khufu
9.4/10 (1,942 reviews)
Pyramid of Khufu is just one of the places to see in Giza, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's fascinating museums, or seek out its local tours.
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Khan el-Khalili
8.4/10 (1,835 reviews)
You can do some window-shopping at Khan el-Khalili during your visit to Cairo. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
Egyptian Museum
9.2/10 (2,736 reviews)
You can study the exhibits at Egyptian Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Cairo. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
Citystars Heliopolis
8.6/10 (1,020 reviews)
You can do some window-shopping at Citystars Heliopolis during your trip to Cairo. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
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Top Sahara Desert Hotel Reviews
Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza
10/10 Excellent
"The hotel is a little old but still fantastic .The staff are amazing and it’s a great position to go site seeing from. The only problem we had was the pool gets shaded by 2.00pm so if you are a sun worshipper be warned . Other than that the restaurants are all fabulous . The spa is great too"
Steigenberger Hotel El Tahrir Cairo
10/10 Excellent
"The exceptional service provided by the staff, coupled with the outstanding breakfast buffet and diverse culinary offerings, contributed to a truly delightful stay at this conveniently located hotel, proximate to the Old Cairo Museum and Downtown Cairo."
Marriott Mena House Cairo
10/10 Excellent
"If you're heading to Cairo, this is the place you must stay! Private entrance to the pyramids and a golf cart ride there. Friendly, helpful staff, who go out of their way to make it enjoyable. On top of all that you have one of the best restaurants in Cairo on the premises and the views of the pyramids are unmatched!"
Le Passage Cairo Hotel & Casino
10/10 Excellent
"I highly recommend Le Passage Cairo Hotel & Casino to anyone traveling through Egypt. I recently stayed for one night, which is my usual routine during Cairo stopovers, and the hotel never disappoints. Why I love staying here:Impeccable Cleanliness: The rooms and facilities are always spotless and well-maintained. Delicious Food: The dining options are excellent, offering high-quality, flavorful meals. Outstanding Service: The staff is incredibly professional, genuinely friendly, and always welcoming. If you are looking for a comfortable, reliable, and top-tier hotel near the airport, do yourself a favor and book your stay here. I strongly advise other travelers to choose Le Passage!"
Le Méridien Cairo Airport
10/10 Excellent
"Absolute oasis. This hotel is so clean and the staff were a godsend. Haven amidst the chaos of the Cairo airport for sure!"
Hilton Cairo Grand Nile
10/10 Excellent
"I booked a one bedroom suite. It was an amazing size, clean and well maintained. Staff was polite and helpful. Good was great with a nice helpful chef in the breakfast time. Only thing, the pool chair cushions and the guards outfit need some attention Otherwise all was great"
Sama Hotel Sherif Bash
8/10 Good
"Right downtown with many little coffee shops close by to visit before you start your adventures. The complimentary breakfast is also delicious!"
Cairo Marriott Hotel
8/10 Good
"It’s good hotel, but still make some maintenance"
Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile
10/10 Excellent
"Everything was great but if they could limit the smoking zones that would have made it perfect."
More cheap stays in Sahara Desert
Safary Hotel
4 Souk El Tawfikeyya Street, 5th Floor. Cairo
$6 nightly
$7 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
5.4/10 (23 reviews)
Heritage Hostel
13 Talaat Harb, Bab Al Louq, Qasr El Nil Cairo Cairo Governorate
$14 nightly
$16 total
Sep 19 - Sep 20
Total with taxes and fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
Layla Hostel
20 Safiya Zaghloul Cairo Cairo Governorate
$25 nightly
$29 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
9.6/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
Prime Boutique Hotel Heliopolis Terrace
21 Al Ahram Cairo Cairo Governorate
$46 nightly
$54 total
Sep 5 - Sep 6
Total with taxes and fees
9/10 Wonderful! (6 reviews)
Royal Regency Hotel EG
South teseen New Cairo Cairo Governorate
$53 nightly
$62 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
Gaia Pyramids Hotel
23 EL Remaya Square, EL Haram Giza giza
$112 nightly
$130 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
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Hotels in Sahara Desert with star-rating
5 Star Hotels
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277 properties
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2 Star Hotels
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Top reasons to visit Sahara Desert
- Stargazing and Camping: Experience unforgettable overnight camping under the stars, surrounded by the tranquility of the desert.
- Stunning Sunsets: Witness breathtaking sunsets that paint the sky with vibrant colors while gathered around a campfire.
- Adventurous Hiking: Explore adventurous hiking trails that lead you through the Sahara's stunning landscapes.
- Camel Rides: Enjoy unique camel rides, offering a traditional way to navigate the vast desert.
- Cultural Immersion: Engage with the local culture through traditional music and practices, enhancing your overall experience.
Things to do in Sahara Desert
Exploring the Sahara Desert offers unforgettable experiences, such as overnight desert camping under the stars and enjoying breathtaking sunsets around the campfire. Adventurous hiking trails lead you through stunning landscapes, while engaging activities like camel rides and traditional music enhance your journey. Immerse yourself in the unique culture and natural beauty of this vast desert to create lasting memories on your vacation.
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Best time to go to Sahara Desert
The best time to visit Sahara Desert depends on your weather preferences. The hottest average temperature around Sahara Desert is in July and August. August is sunny. The coolest average temperature around Sahara Desert is in January when weather is sunny and rainfall is no rain.
 Calendar Month |  Temperature |  Precipitation |  Cloudiness |
| January | 57.2°F (14.0°C) | No Rain | Sunny |
| February | 63.3°F (17.4°C) | No Rain | Sunny |
| March | 68.9°F (20.5°C) | No Rain | Sunny |
| April | 79.7°F (26.5°C) | No Rain | Sunny |
| May | 85.8°F (29.9°C) | No Rain | Sunny |
| June | 84.7°F (29.3°C) | No Rain | Sunny |
| July | 87.3°F (30.7°C) | No Rain | Sunny |
| August | 87.3°F (30.7°C) | No Rain | Sunny |
| September | 83.3°F (28.5°C) | No Rain | Sunny |
| October | 79.7°F (26.5°C) | No Rain | Sunny |
| November | 67.3°F (19.6°C) | No Rain | Sunny |
| December | 63.1°F (17.3°C) | No Rain | Sunny |