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Heliopolis Cairo Egypt

Concorde El Salam Hotel Cairo by Royal Tulip

890 reviews
  • Three restaurants, two bars and a café
  • Spa, wellness centre and outdoor swimming pool

Palatial hideaway in Heliopolis

Located in the swanky neighbourhood of Heliopolis, 20 minutes from Downtown Cairo by taxi, this opulent hotel offers a fantastic base for exploring the city – and a whole host of incredible facilities to keep you entertained when you aren’t out and about.

Feeling hungry? You won’t know where to begin, with three restaurants, two bars and a café all serving delicious menus. A bountiful buffet breakfast is served each day in Café Jardin, while authentic Egyptian dishes are available from Abou Auof. There’s an Italian restaurant too, and an Oriental tea room and English-style sports bar. 

Spend your time lazing by the large outdoor pool, or relaxing in the spa and wellness centre, where you can book yourself in for a soothing massage. You’ll also find a gym, equestrian club, tennis courts and squash courts in the grounds of the hotel. You can even try your hand at padel tennis in one of two specialised courts.

With all that on offer, you’ll never find yourself at a loose end here
 

What Concorde El Salam Hotel Cairo by Royal Tulip has to offer

    Korba

    Take a taxi 10 minutes from the hotel to Korba, the historic heart of Heliopolis. It’s known for its distinct early 20th-century architecture, which combines Islamic and European styles. Once a hub for aristocrats and foreigners, the tree-lined streets now host a blend of modern shops, traditional coffeehouses and restored palatial homes. Make sure you stop at Abou Haidar for shawarma – the kebabs here are prized by locals.

    Getting around

    The hotel offers a free pick-up and drop-off service to the airport, which is only 10 minutes away by car. There’s also a free daily shuttle service to the City Stars Mall, which is home to 750 stores – great if you’re looking to bag a bargain! The easiest way to get into central Cairo is by taxi. It’ll take around 20 minutes, and is a very cheap way to travel when compared to getting a taxi in the UK.

    Islamic Cairo

    With buildings dating from 639 AD, this area of Cairo is relatively modern – if you’re comparing it to the pyramids. But this historic district marks Cairo out as one of the world’s oldest Islamic cities. You could spend days wandering the narrow streets, discovering ancient architectural gems around every corner. There’s the al-Azhar Mosque, which has towered over the neighbourhood for a thousand years, and the Citadel of Cairo, where the Egyptian government ruled through the middle ages. Be sure not to miss the bustling Khan Al-Khalili market, where traders have been coming to sell their wares for centuries. In a taxi, it takes about 20 minutes to get there from the hotel.

    Facilities

    Food & Drink

    • Bar
    • Poolside snack bar
    • Restaurant
    Use of these facilities may attract additional charges. All hotel and room facilities are subject to safety and wellbeing measures (including height and/or weight restrictions on slides and rides), board basis, seasonal availability, opening times, age, and dress code.

    Entertainment

    • Playground
    • Children's pool
    • Outdoor pool
    Use of these facilities may attract additional charges. All hotel and room facilities are subject to safety and wellbeing measures (including height and/or weight restrictions on slides and rides), board basis, seasonal availability, opening times, age, and dress code.

    Sports & Health

    • Fitness
    • Gym
    • Squash
    • Tennis
    • Massage
    • Sauna
    • Spa centre
    • Spa treatments
    • Steam bath
    Use of these facilities may attract additional charges. All hotel and room facilities are subject to safety and wellbeing measures (including height and/or weight restrictions on slides and rides), board basis, seasonal availability, opening times, age, and dress code.

    Find out more about Heliopolis

    Unlike the ancient pyramids and bustling medieval markets that define much of Cairo, Heliopolis is a unique blend of early 20th-century elegance and modern urban living. Founded in 1905 by the Belgian entrepreneur Baron Empain, the district has a distinct architectural style that merges European Art Nouveau with traditional Arabic details. Here, you’ll find lush green avenues lined with grand villas and some of Cairo’s most exclusive five-star hotels.

    The district is known for its upscale shopping areas, diverse culinary scene, and lively cafes, offering a more relaxed and refined atmosphere compared to the hustle and bustle of downtown Cairo. Notable landmarks include the quirky Baron Empain Palace – a mansion with architecture inspired by Hindu temples – and the Basilique Church, a striking Roman Catholic church inspired by Istanbul’s Hagia Sophia.

    Heliopolis was the first district to host Cairo Design Week so, if art is your thing, you’ll love the neighbourhood’s galleries and cultural centres, where Egypt’s contemporary artists come to display their work.

    Abdel Hamid Badawi Street 65, Heliopolis, 5614, Egypt

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