Flamenco Cairo Hotel — Hotel in Geziret al Zamalik, Jazirat al Zamalik

This hotel was better than expected. We didnt stay at our usual hotel as the prices for Cairo currently are very high so this was the first time at this hotel. The location is really good - pharmacies, restaurants, kiosks and a Metro market all with 30 seconds walk of the hotel and of course Zamalek is really central so a good hub for Uber and getting around the city. Prior reviews are pretty bad but we found the hotel incredibly clean, the side nile view room we had was large, well appointed, the furniture was certainly not tired and we were pleased with the room from a comfort and business perspective. WIFI worked well, a desk in the room and settee and the bed was GREAT. They really dont have any facilities and there is no gym which is an issue for us but we knew this before booking but there are many gyms close by so dont let this be an issue - just GOOGLE! The breakfast by Egyptian standards was alright. The big plus is the omlette/egg station and they also do morning crepes. Fruit, hot food section, breads,, salads etc and frankly it does the job. Egyptians do breakfast really well so although this is a bit below par on an Egyptian level - on a European level it is very good compared to your travelodges and Holiday Inn Express's in the UK. The staff as always are friendly, attentive and yes you need to tip but this is the same in all Egypt - average tip is 20 EGP. Leave something to housekeeping and you will get lot of extras eg extra coffee etc. I liked the hotel, the other reviewers I think may have been there as tourists expecting something different but frankly this is a good tourist class hotel and its always a good sign when you see Egyptians staying...

This is a fairly priced, good hotel.

USPs:

1. Location: It is located at Zamalek, which is over all a great place to stay. Part of the hotel overlooks the Nile and opens onto the Nile promenade. Boating/Kayaking/Cruise booking stations and boarding points are bang opposite the hotel.
2. Food: Their in-house breakfast is great. However, they only serve black tea and coffee, no cappuccino or milk tea. The breakfast sustained us through the day while touring the city. - Surrounding the hotel are McD, Starbucks, for a quick bite. For Indians and vegetarians: The Indian restaurant - Maharaja hotel is just 500 odd metres away, and a another named Zaika is opposite Flamenco hotel.
3. Rooms and room service: Rooms are small if you book the city view standard room. Those overlooking the Nile are very spacious with a wonderful view + private balcony. They are clean and maintained. The bed was springy and we didn't sleep well enough (woke up with back and neck pains). The floor is carpeted.
4. Staff: The hotel staff is very helpful and friendly. It was a perfect experience...

I am really not picky or fussy about hotels because I barely spend time in them, but this was definitely not worth the amount you pay per night in USD. The toilet is clogged, the bathroom is dirty, the sheets have stains (old, I hope)

Pros: big room, nice shower pressure, great location, and the bed was comfy. But again, not worth $140 USD a night.

I also I don’t understand their practices. I came in pretty early and I know check-in is at 2pm. The manager told me the room is ready in 1 or 2 hour. So I said okay. I sit on the sofa. Another person in 5-10 min comes and tells me room is ready but I have to pay extra for early check-in. They could’ve told me that before when I was checking in, it seems like they just wanted the extra $ because when I asked the manager, he was coming up with some sort of excuse to justify what he said earlier. Anyway, I went to pay the $20 and they said never mind. Nothing upsets me more than unclear practices. If we have to pay for early check-in, just say so. But don’t change...