“Would have been a great stay if they hadn't double charged me, then refused to refund me to the original payment method. On our last day in Cairo, the manager, very rudely, told me that I could either accept a refund in Egyptian cash or no refund. Due to THEIR ERROR. He acted like I was being terribly difficult for not accepting this solution immediately, and repeatedly assured me I could exchange this to USD at the airport for no charge. Eventually I accepted this solution, since I didn't know……
“The Longchamps is a comfortable, relatively small, European-style hotel in Zamalek, a lovely part of Cairo. It has charming common spaces including a few terraces where you can relax between activities or eat breakfast. The breakfast buffet offerings were ok and included hard-boiled eggs, fool beans, cooked vegetables, and an assortment of bakes goods as well as cheeses and fresh veggies and fruit. ”
“The staff was very helpful. Place was hard to locate upon arrival. There is a hotel next door to the left under the same name. After speaking with people there at the hotel, the person was about to send us (my wife and I) across town somewhere. The uber driver arrived and was confused because the address was right where we were. He literally drove up the block and turned and looked at us confused (as he should have). Lol He finally asked a dude that was sitting at a cafe at the corner to help……
“I had a great stay at Zamalek House Hotel. The location is one of the best thing, right in Zamalek and within walking distance of plenty of restaurants, cafes, bars, and shops. I enjoyed being able to walk around the neighborhood. It’s pretty safe.
The room was clean, simple, comfortable, and the hotel was a great base for exploring Cairo. The staff were friendly and helpful. I got a red eye flight, arrived early for the check in, and they helped me to get a room.
Overall, Zamalek House……