The Ritz-Carlton, Cairo

331-key Ritz-Carlton on the Nile in Downtown Cairo — 1959 original, renovated 2015, with four restaurants and riverfront gardens.

The Ritz-Carlton, Cairo opened in 1959 on the Nile in Downtown Cairo and underwent full renovation in 2015. The property runs 300 rooms and 31 signature suites across the riverfront building, with the Ritz-Carlton Suite as the top-tier accommodation. Four restaurants — Bab El-Sharq, Culina, Nox, and

Key Features

• Nile River views
• World-class dining options
• Luxurious spa and wellness center
• Outdoor pool
• Lush gardens
• Meeting and event spaces

Dining

• Bab El-Sharq
• Culina
• Nox
• BarOro

Signature Experience

Dinner at Bab El-Sharq with Nile views — the restaurant's World Culinary Awards recognition is rare for Cairo hotel dining.

Accolades

Worlds Best Awards - Top Ten City Hotels in the Middle East, Egypts Best Hotel Restaurant 2020 - World Culinary Awards

Vibe: Nile-Riverfront, Downtown-Cairo, F&B-Forward, Ritz-Carlton-DNA

Featured In Our Collections

The Ritz-Carlton, Cairo is featured in 4 of our curated collections:

When to Visit Cairo

Best time: The ideal months for ultra-luxury travel to Cairo are December and January, as temperatures are mild.

Demand: Luxury travellers tend to flock to Cairo during the cooler months, particularly from October to April.

Pricing: Pricing for ultra-luxury properties typically rises during peak months, particularly December and January.

Insider tip: Consider booking private guided tours to avoid the crowds at popular sites.

Avoid: Avoid visiting in July and August due to extreme heat.

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