The Grand Hotel, 17, 26^th July Street, Cairo.

Situated in the heart of Downtown Cairo, it still retains it's art deco style.  It is a 3 star hotel, the rooms are clean with good bathrooms.  They all have televisions but no fridges.  It is not a hotel that deals with many Western tourists so we are a bit of a novelty.  The staff are friendly and happy to help though service can take some time!

Breakfast is continental, coffee or tea, bread rolls, jam and cheese.  If you want fresh juice or eggs, these are extra.

The hotel has no bar but you can take your duty frees to your room and set up a bar there!  There is a shisha café in the courtyard where you can sit and have tea, coffee or soft drinks.  There are also clubs / hotels nearby that serve alcohol.

There is a safety deposit system at reception.

There are no kettles, irons or hairdryers in the rooms so take your own if you need these.

Groups have enjoyed staying here - it gives them a feel for Cairo life.  Most rooms have balconies that you can sit out on and watch the bustling streets of Cairo.  We are a 10 minute walk from the Egyptian museum.  There are lots of shops all around the hotel, some particularly good shoe shops!  And you would be amazed at the underwear you can buy.  One groups luggage was delayed and they went out underwear shopping.  No M&S cotton knickers to be found!  Flashing lights and feather decorations only!

I hope you will like the hotel too.

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