From the Pyramids to Abu Simbel

The Mena House Oberoi, Cairo

Overlooked by the Pyramid of Cheops and linked with travel to Egypt since the days of British and French empires. Originally a resthousecum- hunting lodge for Khedive Ismail (its core being what is today the hotel’s Arabesque dining room) subsequent English ownership combined with major structural changes and contrasting English and Ottoman décor created what evolved into one of the world’s ‘grand hotels’. With restaurants, bars and swimming pool the Garden Wing accommodation is in air-conditioned rooms with private facilities, hairdryer, mini-fridge and satellite TV. An ongoing process of daytime room renovation may necessitate one separate section of the Garden Wing being closed off, with minimal disturbance to guests.

InterContinental Pyramids Park

Close to the Pyramids at Giza this 5-star hotel offers an excellent choice of restaurants and bars. The spacious air-conditioned rooms, overlooking the pool or landscaped gardens, have private facilities, hairdryer, mini-fridge, tea/coffee making facilities and balcony/terrace.