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Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, City View | Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, WiFi (free)

Deluxe Triple Room, Balcony, City View | Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, WiFi (free)

1. Hathor House

Qasr an-Nil, 0.6 km from American University of Cairo

Markella

￥6,766

￥8,918 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

2. Champollion Hostel

Qasr an-Nil, 0.6 km from American University of Cairo

CAGLAR

￥3,534

￥4,659 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

Separate tub and shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries

Deluxe Double Room | Living area | 40-inch TV with satellite channels, fireplace, offices

3. Ambiance Downtown Hotel

Qasr an-Nil, 0.6 km from American University of Cairo

Melissa

￥8,698

￥11,498 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

Triple Room, City View | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

4. Royal Cairo Hotel

Abdin, 0.5 km from American University of Cairo

Stephen

￥3,180

￥8,223 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 12 - Sep 13

Family Room | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)

Family Suite, City View | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)

5. Kemet Hotel TS

Qasr an-Nil, 0.3 km from American University of Cairo

Astghig A.

￥7,248

￥9,344 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

Classic Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View | In-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

6. Atum

Abdin, 0.3 km from American University of Cairo

Greg

￥4,517

￥7,886 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, sun loungers

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

7. The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo

Qasr an-Nil, 0.6 km from American University of Cairo

Annie

￥42,504

￥54,811 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 5 - Sep 6

Outdoor pool, cabanas (surcharge), sun loungers

8. Steigenberger Hotel El Tahrir Cairo

Qasr an-Nil, 0.5 km from American University of Cairo

Matthew

￥18,264

￥23,553 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

Family Room | Pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

9. Eileen Hotel

Abdin, 0.4 km from American University of Cairo

Terrence

￥7,417

￥9,564 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

Superior Queen Room Panoramic View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

10. Elevana Boutique hotel

Qasr an-Nil, 0.5 km from American University of Cairo

Marc

￥6,932

￥8,939 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

11. Philo Hotel

Qasr an-Nil, 0.2 km from American University of Cairo

RAFAEL ANTONIO

￥5,580

￥7,197 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)

Superior Shared Dormitory, Women only, Air conditioning | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)

12. Heritage Hostel

Qasr an-Nil, 0.4 km from American University of Cairo

Thi Anh Dao

￥2,007

￥2,588 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

Deluxe Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Balcony, City View | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, WiFi (free), bed sheets

13. Holy Sheet Hostel

Abdin, 0.6 km from American University of Cairo

Sophia

￥3,505

￥4,597 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

Elite Double Room, City View (Osiris) | Minibar, blackout drapes, WiFi (free), individually decorated

Exclusive Double Room, City View (Anubis) | Minibar, blackout drapes, WiFi (free), individually decorated

Elite Double Room, City View (Isis Goddess) | Minibar, blackout drapes, WiFi (free), individually decorated

14. Tahrir Plaza Suites

Qasr an-Nil, 0.6 km from American University of Cairo

Muhammad

￥5,033

￥6,491 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

Soundproofing, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

15. Cairo Crown Hotel

Abdin, 0.5 km from American University of Cairo

Harish

￥3,939

￥5,220 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

16. EL Farida Hotel

Abdin, 0.4 km from American University of Cairo

Noel

￥8,888

￥11,512 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

17. Museum Plaza

Qasr an-Nil, 0.5 km from American University of Cairo

Sergio

￥6,178

￥7,967 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

Comfort Apartment, Balcony, City View | WiFi (free)

Comfort Apartment, Balcony, City View | Bathroom | Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap

18. Museum Studios

Qasr an-Nil, 0.6 km from American University of Cairo

jasim

￥12,840

￥16,558 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

Deluxe Twin Room, Balcony, City View | WiFi (free), bed sheets

Deluxe Shared Dormitory, City View | WiFi (free), bed sheets

19. Landmark Hostel Cairo

Qasr an-Nil, 0.4 km from American University of Cairo

JEN-LI

￥5,691

￥7,522 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

Couples treatment rooms, sauna, hot tub, steam room, Turkish bath

Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, sun loungers

20. Intercontinental Cairo Semiramis by IHG

Garden City, 0.4 km from American University of Cairo

Nicola

￥26,365

￥34,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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Compare popular hotels close to American University of Cairo

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Hathor House	9.6 Exceptional 48 reviews	View
Champollion Hostel	10.0 Exceptional 13 reviews	View
Ambiance Downtown Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 23 reviews	View
Royal Cairo Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 18 reviews	View
Kemet Hotel TS	9.4 Exceptional 6 reviews	View

Top American University of Cairo Hotel Reviews

Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah

8/10 Good

"All good the room. Is cleaned safe place but something not good like boats in a nile got big speakers so noisy and swimming pool is small as well so depending how busy you can enjoy."

Steigenberger Hotel El Tahrir Cairo

10/10 Excellent

"All perfect"

Hilton Cairo Grand Nile

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel with excellent service! From the moment we arrived, everything was smooth and welcoming. Merna Wagdy made our check-in and entire stay a phenomenal experience. She was incredibly friendly, professional, and attentive, and went above and beyond to make sure we felt welcomed and taken care of."

Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is a little old but still fantastic .The staff are amazing and it’s a great position to go site seeing from. The only problem we had was the pool gets shaded by 2.00pm so if you are a sun worshipper be warned . Other than that the restaurants are all fabulous . The spa is great too"

Ramses Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel in the heart of Cairo. Rooms were clean and the restaurant options were excellent."

Cairo Marriott Hotel

8/10 Good

"It’s good hotel, but still make some maintenance"

Valencia Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The receptionists and staff were very kind. The breakfast was also very nice. Our room was very clean when we first came and everything was working well."

Intercontinental Cairo Semiramis by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"I absolutely loved this hotel. It was my first trip to Egypt and my stay was top tier. The staff, the restaurants and the shopping were all excellent. The breakfast was like no other. I would stay here again and again and highly recommend. I also appreciated the attention to security."

Kemet Hotel TS

10/10 Excellent

"Very friendly staff Great location food service never even had issues ezcellent"

Other attractions near American University of Cairo

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Tahrir Square

8.2/10 (1,825 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Cairo with a stop at Tahrir Square. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

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Talaat Harb Street

You can learn about the history of Cairo with a stop at Talaat Harb Street. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.

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Midan Talaat Harb

9.0/10 (7 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Cairo when you spend time at Midan Talaat Harb. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

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Omar Makram Mosque

8.0/10 (8 reviews)

After visiting Omar Makram Mosque, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cairo. Discover the area's fascinating museums, or seek out its local tours.

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Mikerinos Pyramid

8.8/10 (11 reviews)

Find out about the history of Cairo when you spend time at Mikerinos Pyramid. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

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Ethnological Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Ethnological Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Cairo. Amble around the area's picturesque gardens or seek out the local tours.

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House of the People Beit El-Umma Museum

You can study the exhibits at House of the People Beit El-Umma Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Cairo. Amble around the area's picturesque gardens or seek out the local tours.

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Karim Francis Art Gallery

8.0/10 (5 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Karim Francis Art Gallery, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Cairo. 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 American University of Cairo?

American University of Cairo 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 543 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to American University of Cairo?

Adjacent to American University of Cairo, Steigenberger Hotel El Tahrir Cairo is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good options within a short distance include The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo and Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza.

How many hotels will I find near American University of Cairo?

Expedia has 543 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from American University of Cairo.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near American University of Cairo, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near American University of Cairo.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near American University of Cairo?

To find more details about updating your stay near American University of Cairo or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near American University of Cairo?

You'll want to browse the collections at National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, Coptic Museum, and Museum of Islamic Art. Sights like Qasr El Nil Bridge, Talaat Harb Street, and Abdeen Palace are must-sees while exploring the area. You can enjoy live performances at Cairo Opera House and Manasterly Palace.

How can I get to American University of Cairo?

With so many transportation options, seeing all of the area near American University of Cairo is simple. Walk to nearby metro stations like Orabi Station, Nasser Station, and Attaba Station. If you want to venture outside of the area, hop aboard a train at Cairo Ramses Station.

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Our top choices for American University of Cairo hotels

1. Hathor House

2. Champollion Hostel

3. Ambiance Downtown Hotel

4. Royal Cairo Hotel

5. Kemet Hotel TS

6. Atum

7. The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo

8. Steigenberger Hotel El Tahrir Cairo

9. Eileen Hotel

10. Elevana Boutique hotel

11. Philo Hotel

12. Heritage Hostel

13. Holy Sheet Hostel

14. Tahrir Plaza Suites

15. Cairo Crown Hotel

16. EL Farida Hotel

17. Museum Plaza

18. Museum Studios

19. Landmark Hostel Cairo

20. Intercontinental Cairo Semiramis by IHG

Compare popular hotels close to American University of Cairo

Top American University of Cairo Hotel Reviews

Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah

Steigenberger Hotel El Tahrir Cairo

Hilton Cairo Grand Nile

Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza

Ramses Hilton

Cairo Marriott Hotel

Valencia Hotel

Intercontinental Cairo Semiramis by IHG

Kemet Hotel TS

Other attractions near American University of Cairo

Tahrir Square

Talaat Harb Street

Midan Talaat Harb

Omar Makram Mosque

Mikerinos Pyramid

Ethnological Museum

House of the People Beit El-Umma Museum

Karim Francis Art Gallery

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