The Mena House Oberoi 
Historic palace with towers, minarets and colonnades, set in 40 acres of jasmine-filled gardens, 1 km from Pyramids of Giza. Lavish guestrooms with Egyptian style furnishings and rich fabrics open out onto balconies; all with high-speed Internet.
Guests can relax in the spa area, sip cocktails on poolside terraces, and explore the area via horses from onsite stables.
Hotel prices and availability
Map showing The Mena House Oberoi
Dining at the The Mena House Oberoi
Khan El Khalili - Named after the famous Cairo market, the restaurant serves light Egyptian and continental meals 24-hours a day in a chic setting with brass tables, marble floors and tall arched windows.
The Greenery - Open for buffet breakfast and dinner; serves light Mediterranean-style snacks and refreshments.
The Moghul Room - Serves a selection of traditional Indian dishes in the evening, with a wide choice of vegetarian options.
Al Rubayyat - Offers a continental menu in unique surroundings with high arched ceilings, ornate brass lanterns and fretwork galleries.
The Oasis - With stunning views of the pyramids, the restaurant offers a self-service buffet selection of international dishes. Special rates apply for children aged 6-10 years old; open from 9 AM to sunset.
Attractions near this hotel
Cairo International Airport (CAI): Approximate driving time is 50 minutes and distance is 35 kilometres (22 miles).
The airport offers a complimentary pick-up service. Black and white taxis are also available from the airport to central Cairo. They leave from outside the Arrivals hall. A taxi to the hotel costs approximately 5 USD. Buses are available from the airport to central Cairo. An airport bus service operates from Terminal 1 (Old Airport). Bus service 400 leaves approximately every 30 minutes during the day and every hour at night.
A good way to explore Cairo is via the new Metro system, which is inexpensive and not too crowded. However, buses and minibuses are still the most common form of transport; taxis are a better option for visitors. Boats depart frequently for University, a landing over on the Giza side of the river.
Sounds and Light Show – 1 kilometre
The Sphinx – 1 kilometre
Egyptian Museum – 15 kilometres (9 miles)
Open-Air Museum – 15 kilometres (9 miles)
Coptic churches – 20 kilometres (12 miles)
Museum of Islamic Art – 20 kilometres (12 miles)
Khan el-Khalili Bazaar – 20 kilometres (12 miles)
Coptic Museum – 20 kilometres (12 miles)