For a trip built around the pyramids and the Grand Egyptian Museum, the Steigenberger Pyramids Cairo has the most convenient address in Giza. It sits on the Alexandria road directly opposite the GEM, about three kilometres from the pyramids and the Sphinx, so you can be at the museum for opening and back by the pool in the afternoon. The hotel describes itself as five-star, with a range of room categories set around gardens and an expansive outdoor pool. Dining centres on the Lotus restaurant and terrace, with the Zoser Bar and a pool bar. It is a practical, modern base that costs noticeably less than the historic Mena House.
Living in it: you can walk across to the GEM, and the new pyramids entrance is a short ride away. The pool is a welcome break after the plateau.
Trade-offs: the surroundings are a busy road and new development rather than old Cairo, and central Cairo is a long drive in traffic. Dining options are limited compared with the big city hotels.
Why stay here
- ✓Opposite the Grand Egyptian Museum
- ✓About 3 km from the pyramids
- ✓Expansive outdoor pool
- ✓Lotus restaurant and terrace
- ✓Zoser Bar
- ✓Pool bar
- ✓Gardens
- ✓Free Wi-Fi
Good questions
How close is the Steigenberger Pyramids to the GEM?+
It is directly opposite the Grand Egyptian Museum on the Alexandria road.
How far are the pyramids?+
About three kilometres, a short drive to the new visitor entrance.
Does the hotel have a pool?+
Yes, a large outdoor pool with its own bar.
