The Best Hotels Closest to Al-Azhar University in Cairo for 2026

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A modern hotel room with a bed, sofa, and a small table.

A reception desk with a marble top and illuminated 'Sama Hotel' sign.

A neatly made bed with a towel featuring a monogram, a wooden table with a glass of orange juice, and a view of buildings through a window with curtains.

A balcony with a metal railing and a view of a multi-story building with balconies.

1. Sama Hotel Sherif Bash

Qasr an-Nil, 2.3 km from Al-Azhar University

Christopher

￥4,451

￥5,740 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A balcony with a bed, a table, and a chair.

A reception area with a TV, wooden panel wall, and seating.

A modern hotel room with a wooden floor, a desk with a chair, a television, a small refrigerator, and a wooden cabinet.

A modern interior with a kitchen area, a flat-screen TV, and a seating area with a chair and a table.

2. white swan hotel

Abdin, 1.9 km from Al-Azhar University

Tolentino

￥5,544

￥7,411 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A table with a variety of food items, a decorative mug, and a view of a building in the background.

Two glasses of amber liquid on a table with a keyboard and a red object in the foreground.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a refrigerator.

A room with a lace window treatment, a potted plant, and a cabinet.

3. Crown Hotel

Abdin, 2.1 km from Al-Azhar University

James Xuejian

￥8,286

￥10,686 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A rooftop dining table with various foods and drinks, a colorful wall mural, and a cityscape view.

A room with a bed, a small bedside table with a mirror, and a door leading to a balcony.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and artwork on the wall.

The exterior of the Royal Cairo Hotel with a prominent sign, a glass entrance, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

4. Royal Cairo Hotel

Abdin, 2.2 km from Al-Azhar University

Joel Don

￥3,469

￥8,515 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A balcony with a potted plant, a small table, and a view of a building with a dome and a clock tower.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, and a small table with a plant.

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a small table with a plant, and a unique ceiling design.

A living room with a grey sofa, two yellow cushions, a glass coffee table, a red and black striped rug, and two potted plants.

5. The Kmt collection Hotel

Abdin, 2.1 km from Al-Azhar University

Eric Noriel

￥4,232

￥5,457 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A bedroom with a wooden bed, white bedding, a small round table, and a macrame wall hanging.

A street view with parked cars, a building with an 'Underground Store' sign, and a tree with green leaves.

A cozy living room with a large window, a sofa, a small table with a book and two cups, and a decorative feather.

A dining area with a round wooden table, two wooden chairs, a potted plant, and a shelf with two decorative items against a yellow and gray wall.

6. El Otel Hotel

Abdin, 2.1 km from Al-Azhar University

Heidi

￥4,637

￥6,129 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

A hallway with a marble floor, a wall-mounted sign reading "CALMA HOTEL," and a decorative arch.

A hotel room with a bed, a headboard, a curtain, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

A multi-story building with balconies and a street view.

A hotel reception area with a marble reception desk, a large clock, and a modern light fixture.

7. Calma Hotel

Abdin, 2.2 km from Al-Azhar University

Anastasia

￥4,375

￥5,643 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a wardrobe, and a potted plant.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a bedside table, and a nightstand.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a nightstand, a potted plant, and a window with curtains.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a potted plant, and a sliding door.

8. Cairo Plaza Manchester Hotel

Abdin, 2.2 km from Al-Azhar University

Alfonso

￥5,999

￥8,019 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A hotel room with two beds, a shower area, and a bathroom.

A hotel room with two beds, a shower area, and a wooden floor.

A modern dining area with multiple round tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a large window providing natural light.

A modern lobby with plush seating, a reception desk, and a wooden reception area.

9. Cairo Plaza Prime Hotel

Abdin, 2.2 km from Al-Azhar University

Claire

￥4,376

￥5,644 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A balcony with a wicker chair and a vase of flowers, overlooking a cityscape with historic buildings.

A view through a window of a city street with buildings, vehicles, and pedestrians.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, dark wood wardrobe, and a small bedside table with a vase.

A reception desk with clocks displaying times from various cities, a wall-mounted sign, and a vase with flowers.

10. Sama hotel

Al-Azbakiyah, 2.3 km from Al-Azhar University

Noha

￥5,844

￥7,684 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 24 - Nov 25

A modern hotel room with two beds, a circular ceiling light fixture, and a central air conditioning unit.

A modern hotel room with a wooden floor, a large bed with a brown throw, a bedside table, an air conditioning unit, and a glass-enclosed shower area.

A modern living room with a TV, seating area, and a large window.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a sectional sofa, and potted plants.

11. Cairo Plaza Luxe Hotel

Abdin, 2.2 km from Al-Azhar University

Gordon

￥4,266

￥5,501 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A balcony with a table set for a meal, overlooking a building with multiple balconies and architectural details.

A hallway with a white door, patterned wall panels, and a geometric ceiling light fixture.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a potted plant, and a fire alarm on the wall.

A bathroom with a shower, toilet, and a wall-mounted heater.

12. Cairo Crown Hotel

Abdin, 2.3 km from Al-Azhar University

Harish

￥4,342

￥5,739 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A modern bedroom with two beds, a bedside table with a lamp, framed artwork on the wall, and a window with an air conditioning unit.

A table with a variety of food items including grapes, chips, a bowl of soup, a plate of sliced tomatoes and cucumbers, and a glass of a white beverage.

A modern living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

13. Park Plaza hotel

Abdin, 2.3 km from Al-Azhar University

Anastasia

￥5,468

￥7,053 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A grand staircase with marble steps leading up to a landing with a light fixture.

A modern living room with a herringbone wooden floor, a brown sofa with patterned cushions, and a small table with a plant and a sculpture.

A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, and a nightstand. There are two wall-mounted lights and a mirror above the bed.

A hotel lobby with a herringbone wooden floor, a reception desk, and seating areas with sofas and armchairs.

14. Cairo casa inn

Abdin, 2.3 km from Al-Azhar University

Joseph

￥3,736

￥4,817 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A neatly made bed with white linens and a bedside table with a lamp.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a marble sink, and a large mirror.

A compact kitchen with a built-in microwave, a coffee maker, and a small refrigerator.

A modern kitchen area with a coffee maker, kettle, and glassware holder on a wooden countertop.

15. Imperial Hotel

Abdin, 2.3 km from Al-Azhar University

Adam

￥3,282

￥4,233 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a wooden floor.

A room with a sofa, a small table, a chair, and a wooden door.

A multi-story building with balconies and signage indicating street names in Arabic.

A multi-story urban building with balconies and air conditioning units.

16. The Location Hotel

Abdin, 2.2 km from Al-Azhar University

Arturs

￥3,807

￥4,993 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 24 - Nov 25

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a wall-mounted light fixture, and a floral artwork on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a minibar, a desk, and a mirror.

A bathroom with marble walls, a toilet, a sink, and a shower with a glass enclosure.

A hallway with a reception desk, a brown sofa, and a painting of a horse.

17. Sky light hotel

Abdin, 2.2 km from Al-Azhar University

Arashdeep

￥2,955

￥3,885 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 24 - Nov 25

A staircase leading to a room with a ceiling fan, a potted plant, and a decorative metal gate.

A hotel lobby with a television on a counter, a motorcycle, and a door leading outside.

A bedroom with a bed, a curtain, and two wall-mounted pictures of vases.

A room with two ornate chairs, a checkered floor, and a door leading to another room.

18. City Hostel

Al-Azbakiyah, 1.9 km from Al-Azhar University

Baher

￥1,707

￥2,243 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A reception desk with a 'VIAJE' sign, a modern chandelier, and potted plants.

A modern interior with two black chairs, a small wooden table with a plant, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A modern hotel lobby with a minimalist design, featuring a U-shaped reception desk, comfortable seating, and potted plants.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a potted plant, and artwork on the wall.

19. Viaje Hotel Downtown Cairo

Abdin, 2.2 km from Al-Azhar University

David Elliot

￥7,812

￥10,073 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

An outdoor patio with potted plants, a table, and chairs.

A restaurant with tables and chairs, large windows, and a checkered floor.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a small kitchenette.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, a Christmas tree, and a large window with arched design.

20. Osiris Hotel

Abdin, 2.3 km from Al-Azhar University

Joe

￥3,493

￥4,595 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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Compare popular hotels close to Al-Azhar University

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Sama Hotel Sherif Bash	9.4 Exceptional 146 reviews	View
white swan hotel	9.6 Exceptional 29 reviews	View
Crown Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 49 reviews	View
Royal Cairo Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 25 reviews	View
The Kmt collection Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 8 reviews	View

Top Al-Azhar University Hotel Reviews

Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was extremely helpful and kind. Addituonally the property was very clean and tidy. I would definitely recommend and will be staying there on future trips."

Downtown Antique Hotel

8/10 Good

"The staff were kind and professional. The building is old but the amenities and rooms are upto date. Clean, modern and safe."

Steigenberger Hotel El Tahrir Cairo

10/10 Excellent

"The best and safe location in Cairo. When in Cairo, hotel location is a must. The hotel is very conveniently located, across the old Egyptian Museum. This is where you need to be if it's your first time. Turn left as you get out the hotel and that will take you everything you need from dining, shopping, souvenirs. One piece of advise, do not engage a conversation when someone approach you in the corner or alone the shopping lanes. Otherwise, Steingenberger has the best service, front desk, room, dining staff and even the sales staff in the mini shop. Enjoy!"

Sama Hotel Sherif Bash

10/10 Excellent

"Staff amazing Everyone and everything was above expectations for the price! Only suggestion is time for new sheets. They are pilled. If looking for budget friendly room LOOK here! They have airport transport for a very reasonable fee. Per car not per person."

Crown Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Good deal"

Gamaleya Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel was wonderful . It has a beautiful cultural touch with a museum on ground floor and rooms above. Lift is available . delicious breakfast and dinner is served in a comfy kitchen/ dining area. Miss maryam is a wonderful host. The hotel is located in interior Cairo with wonderful locations like khan Khalili , Moez street , hussain mosque and old cultural architecture just a step away. Only drawback is narrow streets in which in busy hours one might find difficult to reach hotel entrance by car . You may have to walk 1-2 min to reach it . With heavy luggage and family sometime it can be cumbersome but the load bearers are available that carry your luggage on wheel barrow to the hotel . On Early morning , late night hours or weekends with empty streets this can be no issue."

white swan hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I had very good time there, all the staff were very friendly and kind specially Shehab he was very helpful and gave me directions where to go I will stay there again highly recommend."

ALRashedy Hotel Powered by Boutique

8/10 Good

"Chambre calme"

Viaje Hotel Downtown Cairo

8/10 Good

"Clean hotel, pictures are an overkill and small in reality. Good staff, small lift (with some WIP) 🚧 but nice for a short stay. Good location in the middle of down town"

Other attractions near Al-Azhar University

A cityscape with a central open plaza surrounded by palm trees and a distant view of a desert.

Al-Azhar Park

9.4/10 (9 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Al-Azhar Park, a lovely green space in Cairo. Take in the fascinating museums while you're in the area.

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A mosque with a tall minaret and a smaller tower, surrounded by a covered courtyard with white benches.

Mosque of Sayyidna al-Hussein

10.0/10 (7 reviews)

Mosque of Sayyidna al-Hussein is just one of the places to see in Cairo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

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Beit Zeinab al-Khatoun

You can learn about the history of Cairo with a trip to Beit Zeinab al-Khatoun. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

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Al-Azhar Mosque

10.0/10 (1 review)

Al-Azhar Mosque is just one of the places to see in Cairo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

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Midan Hussein Mosque

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

After visiting Midan Hussein Mosque, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cairo. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

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Fishawi’s Coffeehouse

Learn about the local history of Cairo with a stop at Fishawi’s Coffeehouse. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

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Wikala of Al-Ghouri

Learn about the local history of Cairo when you spend time at Wikala of Al-Ghouri. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

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Sharia al-Muski

Learn about the local history of Cairo when you take a trip to Sharia al-Muski. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Al-Azhar University?

Al-Azhar University is located in a historic area of Cairo known for its picturesque gardens and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 23 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Al-Azhar University?

Adjacent to Al-Azhar University, ALRashedy Hotel Powered by Boutique is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers in-room fireplaces and free WiFi. Another good option is Gamaleya Boutique Hotel, located just 0.6 mi (1 km) away.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Al-Azhar University?

Expedia has 23 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Al-Azhar University.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Al-Azhar University, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Al-Azhar University.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Al-Azhar University?

To find more details about updating your stay near Al-Azhar University or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Al-Azhar University?

Manial Palace, National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, and Coptic Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Explore landmarks like Cairo Citadel, Talaat Harb Street, and Qasr El Nil Bridge. You can enjoy live performances at Cairo Opera House and Manasterly Palace.

How can I get to Al-Azhar University?

Nearby metro stations include El Geish Station, Abdou Pasha Station, and Bab el Shaaria Station. If you'd like to venture around the surrounding area, you may want a car rental for your journey.

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Our top choices for Al-Azhar University hotels

1. Sama Hotel Sherif Bash

2. white swan hotel

3. Crown Hotel

4. Royal Cairo Hotel

5. The Kmt collection Hotel

6. El Otel Hotel

7. Calma Hotel

8. Cairo Plaza Manchester Hotel

9. Cairo Plaza Prime Hotel

10. Sama hotel

11. Cairo Plaza Luxe Hotel

12. Cairo Crown Hotel

13. Park Plaza hotel

14. Cairo casa inn

15. Imperial Hotel

16. The Location Hotel

17. Sky light hotel

18. City Hostel

19. Viaje Hotel Downtown Cairo

20. Osiris Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to Al-Azhar University

Top Al-Azhar University Hotel Reviews

Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile

Downtown Antique Hotel

Steigenberger Hotel El Tahrir Cairo

Sama Hotel Sherif Bash

Crown Hotel

Gamaleya Boutique Hotel

white swan hotel

ALRashedy Hotel Powered by Boutique

Viaje Hotel Downtown Cairo

Other attractions near Al-Azhar University

Al-Azhar Park

Mosque of Sayyidna al-Hussein

Beit Zeinab al-Khatoun

Al-Azhar Mosque

Midan Hussein Mosque

Fishawi’s Coffeehouse

Wikala of Al-Ghouri

Sharia al-Muski

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