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Novotel Cairo El Borg

4.0 star property
Riverfront hotel with 2 restaurants, near Egyptian Museum

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Along the river, Novotel Cairo El Borg combines modern comfort with Egyptian charm. Unwind on the rooftop terrace or rejuvenate at Spa with a sports massage, then enjoy al fresco dining at Cafe Frais. With an outdoor pool and free in-room WiFi, this hotel has been praised by guests for its helpful staff.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Self parking
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

For families (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is $109
$141 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 4 - Jun 5

Why we love this property

Work and leisure balance
This hotel combines business essentials with relaxation in the city center. A business center and meeting rooms await, while a spa offers massages after work.
Eco-conscious dining
The restaurant offers barbecue and outdoor dining with vegan, vegetarian, and local options. A cafe, bar, and organic buffet breakfast enhance the experience.
Serene spa getaway
A full-service spa offers daily aromatherapy and reflexology treatments. Guests can enjoy sports massages and unwind in the riverside sauna.

Room options

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Junior Suite, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Junior Suite, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

Superior Suite, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Suite, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (River Side)

Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (River Side) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (River Side)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • River view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds (City Side)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds (City Side)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds (Riverside)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds (Riverside)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • River view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
3 Saraya El Gezira street, Zamalek, Cairo, 11111

What's nearby

  • Qasr El Nil Bridge - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cairo Tower - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cairo Opera House - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Tahrir Square - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Egyptian Museum - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) - 38 min drive
  • Giza (SPX-Sphinx Intl.) - 45 min drive
  • Giza Suburbs Station - 5 min drive
  • Imbaba Station - 6 min drive
  • Shobra Al-Kheima Station - 10 min drive
  • Opera Station - 6 min walk
  • Sadat Station - 13 min walk
  • Mohamed Naguib Station - 25 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Moon Deck - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Blue Nile - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Blend Cuisine - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Lobby at The Nile Ritz-Carlton - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Novotel Cairo El Borg

  • When you stay at Novotel Cairo El Borg, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Tahrir Square and Egyptian Museum. You can visit the spa to be pampered with Swedish massages, body wraps, or aromatherapy, and Cafe Frais, one of 2 restaurants, serves international cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Other highlights include an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and a sauna. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff. Public transportation is just a short walk: Opera Station is 6 minutes and Sadat Station is 13 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 141 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Covered onsite self parking (USD 10 per day)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Offsite parking within 9843 ft (USD 10 per day)
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
    • No alcohol allowed onsite

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children's menu
  • Baby bath

What to do

  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space (517 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Lockers available
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 36
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 40
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stairway handrail height (inches): 34
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

More

  • Daily housekeeping (surcharge)
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 2 treatment rooms. Services include sports massages, Swedish massages, facials, and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Cafe Frais - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
Le Gout - This restaurant serves breakfast only. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 15 for adults and USD 7.5 for children
  • Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 15.0 per night

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs USD 10 per day
  • Parking is available nearby and costs USD 10 per day (9843 ft away)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 6 PM
  • Reservations are required for spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.

This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

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Frequently asked questions

Does Novotel Cairo El Borg offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Novotel Cairo El Borg does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Novotel Cairo El Borg?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9 AM to 6 PM.

Are pets allowed at Novotel Cairo El Borg?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Novotel Cairo El Borg?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 10 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Novotel Cairo El Borg?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Novotel Cairo El Borg and nearby?

Novotel Cairo El Borg has a spa and an outdoor pool, as well as a fitness center.

Are there restaurants at or near Novotel Cairo El Borg?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring alfresco dining and international cuisine.

What's the area around Novotel Cairo El Borg like?

Novotel Cairo El Borg is located by the river, a short 6-minute walk from Opera Station and 12 minutes' walk from Tahrir Square.

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Reviews

Novotel Cairo El Borg Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.0

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a highlight with a variety of options and good quality. (20 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was absolutely 5 star! Room was perfect, Breakfast was a great variety and the cook to order was superb. Extended my stay!
Wanda, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very decent, clean, good location and superb view over the Nile
Aisha, 5-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

location was perfect
Muhammad Ali, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service. Breakfast to die for. Great location.
Asif, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The room had an amazing view. The bed was huge and the staff was excellent!
S, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, safe, breakfast ig I mention all the benefits…
Warley, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very seamless. Cleaning staff (Ramadan) very friendly. Wonderful area in Cairo. Very safe.
William, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Quick business trip to Cairo.

Great location - Tahrir Square in walking distance, good value, friendly service, excellent breakfast.
Christopher, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Special thanks to Mohammed & Amr at the desk. Nice hotel, good service. Nice staff. To renew!!!
lynda, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice clean location with 24 hour services aya was excellent host
Mazen, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Good stay

Great friendly staff
Kareem, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hotel

Good hotel, nice location and very friendly and helpful room service staffs.
Yusuf, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The best hotel in cairo and best staff in reception and reward allaccord checkin
Amdjad, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent staff and helpful, Mohamed at the reception was great, others too, restaurants staff werr very accommodating and tried to make anything asking for possible.
Omran M A, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel was nice but too nosy you can hear outside Food was good as well as the breakfast Even though Egypt wasn’t what we expected was okay everyone scams you definitely be careful they all expect dollars even tho we’re in a different country most of the time whatever they try to sell you they triple the amount so feel free to walk away and put your price
Outside view
Diana, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel location is great and the staff were nice and helpful.
Khalid, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location, walkable to a lot of attractions. Nile view room was amazing , the roof cafe was very nice. Breakfast was amazing, with wonderful staf. Rooms were comfy and clean. Not as big a hotel like the other ones on the Nile, but it was good for me.
Sahar, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location friendly staff
Adib, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Family holiday

Good stay overall. Great location and helpful stay. Breakfast is so so though.
Bin, 3-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Important to know - there is no alcohol at the hotel. Hotel staff service decent and friendly. Hotel clean and safe. Lots of noise at night from outside despite being on top floor. Shower water pressure not very good.
Rilesh, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The Central Location between Cario and Giza made it very easy to explore both cities.
Konstantin, 6-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We liked the staff, super friendly
Zeinab, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was perfect. Staff, property, Location. Food were excellent 10 out of 10
Fadi, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel, the staff was very accommodating and friendly. Great room with a great view.I enjoyed the breakfast and the pool.I would definitely stay there again.
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

I was very surprised on how modern and clean the room was. The breakfast was also very pleasing and had a variety of options. Even the staff were smiling the whole time and were super nice. If I came to Cairo again, Novotel would be my go to.
Abdelellah, 2-night trip