Cairo Marriott Hotel & Omar Khayyam
A converted 1869 khedival palace on Zamalek, suited to Nile island stays.
What to expect
Cairo Marriott Hotel & Omar Khayyam is a converted 1869 khedival palace on Zamalek, and that description holds across the property rather than only in its marketing. Set in Marrakech, El Jadida, and Cairo, it is assessed here on rooms, service, dining, position, and value.
Its natural audience is Nile island stays. The features that define the stay are 1869 khedival palace, zamalek island and garden pool, and together they set both the strengths and the limits of the experience.
Our editors flag one thing above all others: built for the opening of the Suez Canal, and still the grandest interior in Cairo. It is worth acting on at the point of booking rather than discovering at the front desk.
The feel: A converted 1869 khedival palace on Zamalek
Best suited to Nile island stays
Notable features
- 1869 khedival palace
- Zamalek island
- Garden pool
Stay policies
- Age requirement
- The minimum age for check-in is 21. Photo identification issued by a government is required from each adult in the party.
- Arrival and departure
- Rooms are released from 15:00 and must be vacated by 11:00. Extensions depend on occupancy and cannot be guaranteed in advance.
- Incidental deposit
- The property takes a card hold or cash deposit at arrival against incidentals. It is refunded or released once the account settles.
- Smoking and animals
- All guest rooms are non-smoking. Assistance animals are welcomed; any other animal policy must be confirmed directly with the hotel.
Stay questions
Should I book restaurants in advance?
Reserve the signature restaurants when you book the room. The casual outlets rarely require a booking outside peak evenings.
What is the cancellation policy?
Terms depend entirely on the rate you select. Flexible bookings usually cancel free up to 24–72 hours ahead; non-refundable rates cannot be cancelled.
What fees are added to the rate?
Many properties in this region add a nightly resort or facility fee on top of the room rate. Always confirm the all-in total before booking.