Carlton Downtown Cairo

"We had a lovely stay at the Carlton. The staff was so friendly and helpful. The rooftop view is terrific and the Egyptian breakfast was on point. The rooms were clean and quiet, the bathrooms were modern and we didn't have any complaints. This place is really a relic from a previous era in the best sense - dark wood paneling, formal seating in the lobby, vintage photographs but also wooden floors that have rough patches and carpet that is threadbare in some places. You can't really have one without the other - you wouldn't put in modern carpet or tile floors with all the wood paneling. It would detract from the charm. Location is great. Definitely would come back"

"Nice hotel, central location (near Nasser metro station). Dated but clean and spacious rooms, comfortable beds. Provided with complementary bottled water and coffee/tea facilities. The rooms were cleaned daily. Attentive staff, answered our questions and arranged airport transfer. Convenient rooftop bar to get some wine/beer during Ramadan. Good breakfast (Egyptian or continental). Excellent bakery in front of the hotel. A bit noisy at night (iftar) but that was expected. Great value overall and highly recommended"

"What a wonderful place! It really is like staying in the set of a 1930s movie. So beautiful, romantic and, despite its age, spotlessly clean.  It might not be for everybody but for us it was like a fantasy world. A boutique stay at very reasonable prices.  One of the most wonderful things was the rooftop bar, which has also been there since 1935. A beer at sunset above the wild, chaotic busy, honking streets of Cairo is the best, in your own little vintage oasis above the city. They also have a pool table and a piano!  Tourist sights like the National Museum are nearby and it's so easy to catch an Uber elsewhere (like the new GEM) because it's so central.  Additionally although this hotel is a 3 star, the staff are 6 star...nothing is too much trouble, everything is cleaned and polished and there's always somebody asking if they can help. They are the absolute best.  The only downside really is the noise from the street outside. Everywhere in Cairo is like this and it's not the hotel's fault but if you are a light sleeper (we had no problem and also had earplugs) you might restrict yourself to one night.  But if you're into something a little different and definitely romantic, do spend at least one night here, it's a vintage delight that should be supported."