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About the Hotel

42 Talaat Harb, Cairo, Egypt, 11562

Columbia Downtown Cairo, a 3-star hotel, offers air-conditioned rooms with modern amenities and is situated in the Downtown Cairo district. The hotel features a shared lounge, room service, and currency exchange services.

Rooms & Amenities

Guest rooms at Columbia Downtown Cairo are equipped with a flat-screen TV featuring satellite channels, a seating area, and a safety deposit box. Some rooms provide views of the city. A continental or American breakfast is available each morning.

Dining & Nearby Options

Columbia Downtown Cairo is near various dining options, including Excelsior and McDonald's, both within a short walking distance. The Khan el-Khalili Bazaar and First Mall Cairo are recommended for shopping enthusiasts.

Local Attractions & Activities

Guests can explore notable attractions such as the Mosque of Ibn Tulun, 2 miles from the hotel, and Al-Azhar Park, located 1.5 miles away. The hotel provides tour and ticket assistance for further activities.

Services & Transportation

Columbia Downtown Cairo is equipped with complimentary Wi-Fi and offers a 24-hour front desk for guest assistance. The hotel is situated approximately 10 miles from Cairo International Airport, making it accessible for travelers.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Basic Triple Room

Max:

3 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

3 Single beds

City view

Shower

Air conditioning

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Deluxe King Room

Max:

2 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Shower

Air conditioning

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Deluxe Queen Room

Max:

2 persons

16 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Shower

Air conditioning

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Getting around

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City Center

Cairo5000 ft

Airports

Cairo International (CAI) 12.4 mi

Train

El Giza Train Station 3.7 mi

Metro stations

Gamal AbdAlNasser1000 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Comfortable Stay

“The room I stayed in was bright and clean, with a modern air-conditioning system that kept me cool during my stay.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast

“I loved the traditional breakfast served right in my room. The menu featuring fuul and falafel was good and made my mornings wonderful.” view full review

Spacious Bathroom

“The bathroom was surprisingly spacious and had hot water available at all times, which was perfect for a refreshing shower after a long day.” view full review

Entertainment Variety

“The room's satellite television offered about 1000 channels, ensuring that I had plenty of options for entertainment during my downtime.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
No parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Locker room
Elevator
Currency exchange
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Grocery shopping service
Stores/Commercial services

Dining

Picnic area/ Tables
Dinner

Children

Children's buffet

Spa & Leisure

Leisure/ TV room
Public Bath

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Sitting area
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

42 Talaat Harb, Cairo, Egypt, 11562

Map view

42 Talaat Harb, Cairo, Egypt, 11562

City landmarks

Square

Tahrir Square

5000 ft

Museums

Egyptian Antiquities Museum

4.7 mi

شارع جمعه عابدين،، El-Gomhoreya Square

Abdeen Palace

1.3 mi

Mosque

Al-Hussein Mosque

1.3 mi

Mosque

Mosque of Al-Azhar

1.4 mi

Museums

Museum of Islamic Art Cairo

1.3 mi

Parks

Al-Azhar Park

1.6 mi

Bridges

Qasr El Nil Bridge

1.8 mi

Saqqara

Serapeum

2500 ft

Saqqara

Mastaba of Mereruka

2500 ft

Thebes

Tombs of the Nobles

2500 ft

Berenice Troglodytica

2500 ft

Gibel Silsila

2500 ft

Beside Step Pyramid Saqqara

Mastaba of Kagemni

2500 ft

Thebes

2500 ft

Outside of Cairo

Abu Sir Pyramids

2500 ft

Between Step Pyramid and Serapeum

Mastaba of Ptah-Hotep and Akhti-Hotep

2500 ft

Agilkia Island

3800 ft

Gizeh

Menkaure Pyramid

3000 ft

Sharia Salah Salem

Cairo Citadel

2.0 mi

Elegant Voyage

2500 ft

Church

St Simon the Tanner Monastery

2500 ft

Manshiyat Naser

2500 ft

In Front of the Egyptian Museum

Liberation Square

3000 ft

154 Al Moez Ldin Allah Al Fatmi 154 المعز لدين الله الفاطمي

Bab al-Futuh

1.3 mi

Al Moez Ldin Allah Al Fatmi

1.5 mi

Broadway Theatre

Cairo Opera House

3.6 mi

Museums

Museum of Egyptian Modern Arts

3.6 mi

Tower

Cairo Tower

8.4 mi

Nearby

Gallery

Townhouse Gallery

900 ft

Restaurants

Koshary Abou Tarek

1800 ft

Choppin ln Champollion

Koshari al-Tahrir

700 ft

Sharia Abd el-Khalik Sarwat

Koshary El Tahrir

700 ft

12 Youssef El Gendy St.

Gad

700 ft

Sharia Abdel Khalek Sarwat

KFC

1100 ft

38 Ragheb st. Off Mohamed Sayed Ahmed St. In Front Of Alex Bank

Kazaz Restaurant

2100 ft

38 Sabry Abou Alam St. Off Talaat Harb Sq. In Front Of Sidnawy

Soliman Pasha Fruits Juice

2400 ft

13 Talaat Harb St.

El Gomhoureya Restaurant

2700 ft

42 El Falaky St.

El Gahsh Restaurant

4000 ft

13 Abdel Magid El Labban St. Off Port Said St.

Jared's Bagels

4000 ft

# 13 Road 233

El Horreya Cafe

4000 ft

2 El Mazloum St. Off Bab El Louq St. El Falaky Sq. in Front Of Italian Chamber Of Commerce In Egypt

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

76%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Convenient location

Friendly staff

Limited dining

Basic facilities

7.6/10

Very good

Rooms

7.8

Location

9.4

Service

8.4

Dining

6.3

Stewart

United Kingdom, June 2024

8.4/10

The hotel is perfectly located in the heart of Cairo, making it convenient for exploring the city center. The rooms are clean and comfortable, and the service is top-notch with friendly staff. However, the dining options might not fully meet expectations. Overall, it offers good value for money.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are clean and comfortable.

Service

9.0

The staff is friendly and provides excellent service.

Location

10.0

The hotel is perfectly located in the heart of Cairo, making it convenient for exploring the city center.

Dining

7.0

Dining options might not fully meet expectations.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel provides adequate facilities for a comfortable stay.

Ernest

United Kingdom, June 2024

8.4/10

This hotel is a gem in the heart of Cairo, offering a cozy stay with some minor drawbacks. The rooms are clean and comfortable, but I did wish for more dining options. The service was superb, and the location couldn't be better for exploring the city. The facilities are well-maintained, providing value for money overall.

Rooms

8.0

Cozy and clean rooms.

Service

9.0

Impressive service from the staff.

Location

10.0

Perfectly situated in the heart of Cairo.

Dining

7.0

Limited dining options.

Facilities

8.0

Well-maintained facilities.

Felix

United Kingdom, May 2024

8.4/10

The hotel was a great find for my stay in the heart of Cairo. The room was clean and comfortable, and the staff were friendly and helpful. However, the lack of dining options on-site was a downside. The convenient location truly made up for it, and the facilities were well-maintained and enjoyable.

Rooms

8.0

The room was clean and comfortable, offering a good night's sleep.

Service

9.0

The staff was friendly and always ready to assist with any needs.

Location

10.0

Being in the heart of Cairo made it easy to explore the city and access everything.

Dining

7.0

Unfortunately, dining options were limited, but many great eateries were just a short walk away.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were well-maintained, and the common areas were inviting.

Melanie

United Kingdom, March 2024

8.0/10

The hotel is bang in the heart of Cairo, making it ultra convenient for exploring. The rooms are simple but comfy, and the staff go out of their way to help. On the downside, the dining options were a bit lacking. However, the value for money is hard to beat, and the location is unbeatable for the price.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are simple but comfy.

Service

9.0

The staff go out of their way to help.

Location

10.0

The hotel is located right in the heart of Cairo, making it ultra convenient for exploring.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were a bit lacking.

Facilities

7.0

Basic facilities, but everything you need for a comfortable stay.

Convenient location

Limited dining

Alec

United Kingdom, January 2024

7.4/10

The hotel is located in the heart of Cairo, offering a convenient stay close to everything. The rooms are cozy and clean, and the staff provides excellent service. However, the dining options are limited, and there are no additional facilities available on-site. Overall, a decent value for money stay in a central location.

Rooms

8.0

Cozy and clean rooms.

Service

9.0

Excellent service provided by the staff.

Location

9.0

Conveniently located in the heart of Cairo.

Dining

6.0

Limited dining options.

Facilities

5.0

No additional facilities available.

Leslie

United Kingdom, November 2023

8.6/10

This hotel is a gem in the heart of downtown Cairo. The rooms are clean and comfortable, and the staff is incredibly friendly. However, the dining options are limited. The facilities are top-notch, making it a great value for money.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and comfortable.

Service

9.0

The staff is incredibly friendly.

Location

10.0

Perfectly located in the heart of downtown Cairo.

Dining

7.0

Limited dining options.

Facilities

9.0

Top-notch facilities.

Michael

United Kingdom, October 2023

6.8/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel. The rooms were basic but clean, and the location was very convenient. The service was average, and the dining options were limited. The hotel offers good value for money overall.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were basic but clean.

Service

6.0

The service was average.

Location

8.0

The location was very convenient.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were limited.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offered good value for money overall.

Lee

United Kingdom, October 2023

8.6/10

The hotel was situated in the heart of Cairo, making it extremely convenient to explore the city. The hotel provided excellent service, but the dining options were limited. The facilities were top-notch, offering a comfortable stay overall. The price was decent, considering the location.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were basic but clean and offered a comfortable stay.

Service

9.0

The staff provided great service and were very helpful during my stay.

Location

10.0

The hotel is perfectly located in the heart of Cairo, making it easy to access all the attractions.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were limited, which was a downside for me.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were modern and well-maintained, adding to the overall comfort of the stay.

Archie

United Kingdom, September 2023

6.4/10

The hotel is conveniently situated in the heart of Cairo, making it perfect for exploring the city. The rooms are basic with shared bathrooms, but the overall experience is decent for the price paid. The service is adequate, but could be more attentive to guests' needs. The central location is a major plus, although the value for money is average due to the basic amenities. The facilities are basic but functional, suitable for a short stay in Cairo.

Rooms

7.0

Basic rooms with shared bathrooms.

Service

6.0

Adequate service but could be more attentive.

Location

8.0

Conveniently located in the heart of Cairo.

Dining

5.0

Facilities

6.0

Basic but functional facilities.

William

United Kingdom, June 2023

7.8/10

The hotel has a great location in the heart of Cairo, and it's near everything you need. The rooms are comfortable and clean, and the staff is friendly. However, the dining options are limited, and the Wi-Fi is not complimentary. Value for money is decent.

Rooms

8.0

Comfortable rooms with a clean atmosphere.

Service

9.0

The staff is welcoming and helpful.

Location

9.0

Perfect location in the heart of Cairo, near everything.

Dining

6.0

Limited dining options available.