Travelers find the perfect balance of comfort and convenience in Cairo's upscale Zamalek district, with refreshing pool time and dining options throughout the day
Om Kolthoom Hotel & Tower in Zamalek offers two coffee shops and a restaurant serving meals all day. Guests can relax in the outdoor pool or sauna after exploring Cairo. Free in-room WiFi keeps everyone connected.
Located on a river, Om Kolthoom Hotel & Tower is in Zamalek, a neighbourhood in Cairo. Egyptian Museum and Grand Egyptian Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Khan el-Khalili and Citystars Heliopolis. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Al-Ahly Sports Club or Cairo International Stadium. Visit our Cairo travel guide
5 Abu El Feda Street, Zamalek, Cairo
What's nearby
Cairo Tower
4 min drive - 2.7 km
Zamalek Art Gallery
9 min walk - 0.8 km
Aquarium Grotto Garden
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Museum of Islamic Ceramics
15 min walk - 1.3 km
National Heart Institute
19 min walk - 1.6 km
Getting around
Imbaba Station
3 min drive
Safaa Hegazy Station
10 min walk
Cairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.)
44 min drive
Restaurants
kavun
5 min walk
Pottery Cafe
1 min walk
Walm Coffee
3 min walk
Dozo
2 min walk
STMP
3 min walk
About this property
Om Kolthoom Hotel & Tower
Upscale hotel near Tahrir Square
2 coffee shops/cafes, dry cleaning/laundry services and a gym are just a few of the amenities provided at Om Kolthoom Hotel & Tower. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
An outdoor pool
Continental breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and tour/ticket information
A TV in reception, multilingual staff and a lift
A banquet hall, luggage storage and concierge services
Guest reviews say good things about the overall condition
Room features
All 110 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
Balconies or patios, daily housekeeping and phones
Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 for adults and USD 5 for children
2 coffee shops/cafes
A restaurant
Things to do
Gym
Outdoor pool
Sauna
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
On a river
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lift
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
More
1 building
5 floors
Banquet hall
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Slippers
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
24-hour room service
Minibar
More
Air conditioning
Phone
Safe
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately USD 10 for adults and from USD 5 for children
Airport shuttle fee: USD 20.00 per vehicle (one-way)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property is also known as
Om Kolthoom Hotel Cairo
Om Kolthoom & Tower Cairo
Om Kolthoom Cairo
Om Kolthoom
Om Kolthoom Hotel / Tower
Om Kolthoom Hotel & Tower Hotel
Om Kolthoom Hotel & Tower Cairo
Om Kolthoom Hotel & Tower Hotel Cairo
Frequently asked questions
Does Om Kolthoom Hotel & Tower have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Om Kolthoom Hotel & Tower?
As of 11 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Om Kolthoom Hotel & Tower on 15 Mar 2026 start from HK$607, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Om Kolthoom Hotel & Tower pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Om Kolthoom Hotel & Tower?
This hotel doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Om Kolthoom Hotel & Tower?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Om Kolthoom Hotel & Tower?
Checkout is at noon.
Does Om Kolthoom Hotel & Tower provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 20.00 per vehicle applies.
Where is Om Kolthoom Hotel & Tower located?
Located in Zamalek, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Nile and Zamalek Art Gallery. Museum of Islamic Ceramics and Sixth of October Bridge are also within 2 miles (3 km). Safaa Hegazy Station is 10 minutes by foot.
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Reviews
Om Kolthoom Hotel & Tower Reviews
7.2
Good
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7.0
Cleanliness
9.0
Location
7.6
Staff & service
6.4
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 129 reviews
10 - Excellent
43
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 129 reviews
8 - Good
32
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 129 reviews
6 - Okay
26
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 129 reviews
4 - Poor
11
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 129 reviews
2 - Terrible
17
Reviews
8/10 Good
Vance
4 Feb 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
first night was so noisy i didn’t sleep due to the night club downstairs. then the gave me another room higher up and it was good. the gym and sauna were great. breakfast was delicious. wifi was a bit weak.
Love this hotel. Great staff. Ahmed and Mohammed are so wonderful. Love the vibe of café on the front of the hotel, very trendy. Its in great neighborhood, very safe to walk around even at night. Very convenient, close to shops and many restaurants.
Veritas
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Veritas
17 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Breakfast is lovely with many choi es. Staff very friendly and welcoming. My room was great with a beautiful balcony ovetlooking the Nile and very good amenities and very clean.
Staff there was polite and kind. The room is old but quiet and clean. We enjoyed breakfast there too. Simply we were happy there.
reina
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
Kwok Fai Godfrey
12 Mar 2025
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The hotel is a bit dated but staff service is excellent. Our family of 3 were allowed to check in early at 8 am and upgraded to a suite the next day. Breakfast is adequate with table service. The neighbourhood is safe with lots of restaurants.
Kwok Fai Godfrey
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
6/10 Okay
Guenter
26 Oct 2023
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
A decent hotel with attentive housekeeping, but some of the amenities listed (restaurant/bar, exercise room) weren’t available. But there are several restaurants and a Starbucks a short walk away.
We loved staying at this hotel. In case you don't know, this used to be a house for a famous Egyptian singer (Om Kolthoom) from the 60s and got converted into a hotel. So, the whole hotel is themed around this singer (photos, decor, signage on doors, etc.). I loved that because I love this singer. It is in a great neighborhood (Zamalek), surrounded by embassies and luxurious old houses on the street behind. The location is also good because it is somewhat central and you can easily take a taxi/Uber to other locations in Cairo. The rooms and bathroom are spacious. The balcony is just beautiful with amazing views along the Nile river. The staff were very respectful and helpful. The breakfast had many varieties of food and service was excellent. On our last day, we needed to keep the room till 6 pm and they allowed us to do so (of course with an additional charge). Again, the staff are very helpful. I would definitely stay here again!
The kettle in the room was broken. I asked for a replacement and never got one. They do not leave a sheet with the extension numbers you might need. I got a hold of room service and asked for a copy of the menu, never got it. It was almost like they were hoping I’d forget I asked for things. Room service apparently also stops at 4 PM. The receptionists were unusually and irrationally hostile; they also kept repeatedly asking my friend and I what rooms we were in every time they would see us, like they were suspicious or something (we did not do anything suspicious).
The bathroom had no hair dryer and no toothpaste or toothbrush like most hotels would have. The bathtub design was also really physically uncomfortable and I would have to lean back to even fit my body under the shower. The water flow was very weak and sporadic, but warm so that was something.
It’s a beautiful historic hotel, the aesthetics are gorgeous and location is great. Unfortunately I felt like the service quality ruined that experience.
Abrar
6/10 Okay
Mohammed
10 Aug 2023
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Traditional styling, located in good position on zamalek island. Room sizes were impressive. Hotel rooms had cockroaches in and we found dead ones under the beds.
Hotel staff didn’t speak good English so was difficult to communicate at times.
The hotel is absolutely beautiful and the staff were very friendly and helpful. However, the WiFi didn't work in the room. Very quiet for a Cairo hotel!
Hotel lobby is ok. Room is dusty, curtains not kept, water leaks from bath tub / shower, sink wasn’t cleaned and there is only one outlet in the room and wi-fi is spotty.
The room had a strong odor of tobacco. The carpets are old and dirty.
Jose
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Giovani
8 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Local hotel in great area in Cairo
The overall experience was good. The hotel room is gigantic, more like an entire apartment. The building is a bit old and needs some love though. The staff is friendly and helpful. The internet is a problem as it is not strong enough to open basic apps, such as bank apps and YouTube. However, the manager (I believe his name is Mr Amed) did his best to accommodate the situation and offered a router the solve the issue. Mr Amed, the porters and night receptionist were the stars as they always had a smile to greet you at all times. The hotels feels very local, rather than touristic but it offers great experience overall in a good location and with great views to the Nile. I can happily recommend it.
Though it’s had glory days, this old ship needs work. Rooms on the upper floors are ok and reasonable value, but the second floor carpets really need attention. The staff is friendly and helpful, but limited by the property’s age and patina. WiFi was not functioning and generally everything needs a refresh. Beds and sheets were clean and comfortable, and balcony rooms are worth the extra. The location is an ideal launching point for this city of millions. But 4 stars? Maybe two, with extra credit, again, for the helpful staff. As a global traveler who's experienced all levels, I’ve paid more for less. Keep your expectations in check for the value.
The staff, from front desk to housekeeping, doorman and bellhops are friendly and professional. They definitely made me feel welcomed and appreciated, and I appreciated them too. Outstanding on that matter.
My unit was spacious — I was aware of the condition/age of the hotel prior to booking so to be honest my expectations were met for what it was. As a female solo traveller, I felt safe, which was very important, the bed was cozy, I had a great view of the Nile with two balconies. I took advantage of the breakfast add-on, which is next door in the cafe—highly recommend. Also I will add check in is 3pm but my flight landed at 7am and they were happy to let me check in once I cleared the airport.
Lighting in the bedroom needs to be improved. Wifi in the bedroom isn’t consistent. The bathroom wasn’t cleaned thoroughly. I had two beds and the first one I was ready to crawl into had someone else’s hair in the bedding and pillowcase.