American University of Cairo - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Egyptian Museum - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Getting around
Cairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.) - 38 min drive
Giza (SPX-Sphinx Intl.) - 45 min drive
Cairo Rames Station - 18 min drive
Restaurants
سيخ مشوي - 2 min drive
ستاربكس - 10 min walk
ديوانية الملحق الثقافي الكويتي الاسبوعية - القاهرة - 1 min drive
تشيليز - 10 min walk
دق وطق - 16 min walk
About this property
Novotel Cairo El Borg
At Novotel Cairo El Borg, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Tahrir Square and Egyptian Museum. Guests can visit the spa to indulge in Swedish massages, aromatherapy or reflexology, and barbecue is served at Cafe Frais, which is open for lunch and dinner. Other features of this eco-friendly hotel include an outdoor pool, a bar/lounge and a fitness centre. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
Arabic, English, French
At a glance
Hotel size
141 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Covered on-site self-parking (USD 10 per day)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Off-site parking within 9843 ft (USD 10 per day)
Other information
Designated smoking areas
No alcohol allowed on site
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
24-hour room service
Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
Children's menu
What to do
Golfing nearby
Working away
Business centre
Meeting rooms
Conference space (517 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Pool loungers
Facilities
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Fitness centre
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 and organised tours and activities
Local artist showcase
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the on-site spa, which has 2 treatment rooms. Services include sports massages and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is open daily.
Dining
Cafe Frais – This restaurant specialises in barbecue and serves brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and 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. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
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 that you 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, neither pets nor service animals are 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 social distancing 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 centre.
Are there restaurants at or near Novotel Cairo El Borg?
Yes, Cafe Frais offers al fresco dining and barbecue.
What's the area around Novotel Cairo El Borg like?
Novotel Cairo El Borg is located by the river, a short 12-minute walk from Tahrir Square and 18 minutes' walk from Egyptian Museum.
Novotel Cairo El Borg Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very good
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8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
22 November 2024
We had a wonderful stay thanks to the kind and friendly staff and lovely view of the Nile. The hotel is a short walk away from the Egyptian Museum and is on the quieter side of the river. The food was great and views from the rooftop restaurant were spectacular. Thanks to all for a great stay and to Mr. Omar for keeping our room spotless.
Daniel
Daniel, 8-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 November 2024
Verified traveller
2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 October 2024
Annelise
Annelise, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 September 2024
Mohammad
Mohammad, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 August 2024
We had a very good time and we really enjoyed the Nile view
Tamer
Tamer, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
1 August 2024
Sharmeen
Sharmeen, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 July 2024
Salman
Salman, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
30 July 2024
Air conditioning very very bad
yahya
yahya, 13-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
26 July 2024
Overall decent.
Faiez
Faiez, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
21 July 2024
Mohammad
Mohammad, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
18 July 2024
This hotel itself was great but it’s a little far from famous tourism areas.
Mako
Mako, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 July 2024
Hotel is amazing. Very good location making it easy to transport to different parts of the city.
Staff is friendly and amazing. Breakfast is of a nice quality and quantity.
The only thing that need to be improved is the men bathroom near the pool as it was locked and I end up using the woman bathroom instead , with my wife in the look out. Some of The gym equipment is outdated but that was not a big deal for me as I only used it once.
Will definitely stay again in Novotel and recommend it to friends and family.
Alber
Alber, 5-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 July 2024
We liked the staff, super friendly
Zeinab
Zeinab, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
3 July 2024
Good value Cairo stah
Great stay with convenient location within Zamalek. Room is comfortable with the right temperature. As with other Cairo hotels, the room needs updating. Good breakfast and 24 hours gym is a plus
Jessica
Jessica, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
25 June 2024
This hotel is a 3 star. Average accommodations and dated room and facilities . Selection of food at breakfast is limited.
Mohsen
Mohsen, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 June 2024
Excellent breakfast buffet, very clean hotel, amazing views from the roof top restaurant over the Nile. Kids really enjoyed the swimming pool. Good location.
Simon
Simon, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 June 2024
Good and very safe location, excellent view, service, food option, and friendly staff. I highly recommend
Mustapha
Mustapha, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 June 2024
Great location friendly staff
Adib
Adib, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
28 May 2024
Overall nice stay. Card system needs updating - it doesn't work in the lifts. And they should only start cleaning up breakfast at 10.30am if they say it ends at 10.30am, and not start taking stuff away at 10.25am.
But we enjoyed and would certainly return.
Eoghain
Eoghain, 5-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 May 2024
Hassan
Hassan, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 May 2024
The hotel location is great and the staff were nice and helpful.
Khalid
Khalid, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
25 May 2024
The front desk staff are really weird, and they talk to customers in a super rude and messed up way. The receptionist even chased me to the elevator to yell at me and cuss me out. I don't even know what else to say, they're hands down the worst employees I've ever seen, except for the nice lady who works with those monsters. I give this hotel a zero rating. The worst stay ever in my life not a safe hotel at all
Dania
Dania, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Orbitz guest review
2/10 Poor
18 May 2024
I did not like over charges . They put sodas and chocolates in the fridge, they didn’t tell me in the check in that you pay for it if you drink it or eat it . Other hotels they refill for you everyday for free . Whatever
This sodas and chocolates wasn’t worth 200 Pounds which is4$ . They charged me 1700 pounds which is 40$
. Also food in the roof cafe was really bad me and my wife had a food poisoning.
hazem
hazem, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
10 May 2024
Perfect Service Hotel
The first room we entered wasnt what we expected so we went down to the desk and the staff manager Mohamed immediately helped us update our room to a much nicer one with a beautiful view on the river of Nile. The service was exceptional from all the staff during my stay there. And the food (tho sometimes expensive considering its egypt) was delicious. The only downsides we saw was the first rooms toilet, the cold pool, and that you have to pay a specific sum to eat at the terrace restaurant (1000 EGP on weekend days) but there are more than one restaurant to eat at there so for me it was definitely worth it and if I had time I would've stayed there for another night.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
27 April 2024
Highly recommended
The hotel was very nice, the staff was very friendly and the location was very easy to get in and out of.