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About the Hotel

El Saaqah St, From El Thawra St, Heliopolis, Cairo, Cairo, Egypt, 12345

“The location is conveniently close to the airport, making travel easy!”view full review

Nestled in the heart of Heliopolis, The Guard Hotel is a 5-star establishment featuring 139 luxurious guest rooms and suites. This contemporary retreat offers an outdoor pool, a children's playground, a fitness center, and multiple dining options. Guests enjoy proximity to major attractions, including the Pyramids and the Egyptian Museum.

Rooms & Amenities

The Guard Hotel features a range of accommodations from standard rooms to family and executive suites. All rooms include modern amenities such as a private bathroom, air conditioning, and a balcony or terrace overlooking the pool or garden views. The family suite offers separate bedrooms and a living room with a sofa bed.

Dining & Refreshments

Dining options at The Guard Hotel include the Venus Restaurant for all-day international cuisine, and the upscale LA SCALA Restaurant offering Italian dishes. Guests can also find quick snacks at Doney Café and enjoy drinks at the Sky Pool Bar and Blue Pool Bar, all featuring pool views.

Leisure & Events

The Guard Hotel provides various leisure and business facilities, including a state-of-the-art gym and spa, outdoor swimming pools, and event spaces for conferences and weddings. The outdoor complex includes a stadium for official sports events and Padel courts for recreation.

Location & Accessibility

The Guard Hotel is conveniently located 10 km from Cairo International Airport and close to public transport options such as the Heliopolis Square subway station and international bus station. Notable nearby landmarks include the Saqqara Pyramids and Egyptian Air Force Museum.

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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

Deluxe Double or Twin Room Pool View

2 persons

32 m²

2 Single beds

Shower

Heating

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Executive Suite

2 persons

103 m²

1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed

Shower

Heating

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Double Room Balcony

2 persons

32 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Quadruple Room Balcony

2 persons

64 m²

2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Getting around

Comprehensive guide to transport options for seamless travel

City Centre

Cairo 12.7 km

Airports

Cairo International (CAI) 6.1 km

Train

El Giza Train Station 18.5 km

Underground

Heliopolis Square 4.9 km

Koleyet El Banat 4.9 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Aquatic Bliss

“The swimming pool at The Guard Hotel is truly a wonderful oasis. It was clean, refreshing, and inviting, perfect for a relaxing dip after a long day of sightseeing in Cairo. With plenty of loungers available, I enjoyed unwinding by the poolside, soaking up the sun in a serene atmosphere.” view full review

Breakfast Feast

“Every morning was a delight at The Guard Hotel! The breakfast buffet was expansive, featuring a delicious array of local and international options. From flaky pastries to savory dishes, I was spoiled for choice and eagerly looked forward to starting my day with such a splendid spread.” view full review

Comfort at Its Best

“I stayed in a Beautiful Double or Twin Room with a balcony, and it was nothing short of really good. The room was spacious, clean, and beautifully designed with comfortable beds that ensured I had a great night's sleep. The balcony was a perfect spot to enjoy the fresh air and take in the surroundings.” view full review

Tranquil Garden Retreat

“One of my favorite spots in the hotel was the beautiful garden. With lush greenery, vibrant flowers, and a calming water feature, it created a tranquil oasis perfect for reading or simply enjoying a quiet moment away from the hustle and bustle of the city.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Lift
Currency exchange
ATM/Cash machine
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Sports trainer

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Shops/Commercial services

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Picnic area/ Tables
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Playpen
Children's menu
Children's pool
Children's play area
Kids club

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Seasonal outdoor pool
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Garden area
BBQ facilities
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Jacuzzi
Public Bath

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

El Saaqah St, From El Thawra St, Heliopolis, Cairo, Cairo, Egypt, 12345

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El Saaqah St, From El Thawra St, Heliopolis, Cairo, Cairo, Egypt, 12345

City landmarks

Shopping Area

The District

990 m

Landmark

Arab Academy for Science

1.6 km

Landmark

Saqqara Pyramids

4.1 km

Landmark

Almaza Mall

1.4 km

Landmark

Mosque-Sabil of Sulayman Agha al-Silahdar

1.5 km

Mall

City Centre Almaza

1.5 km

Landmark

Ahmed Abdulatif Home

2.0 km

Landmark

Church of Archangle Michael

2.0 km

Landmark

Sidik Mosque

2.0 km

Mosque

Abou Bakr Al Sediq Mosque

2.0 km

Landmark

Egyptian Air Force Museum

3.0 km

Spa Centre

Phi Salt Cave

2.7 km

Landmark

Masjid Al-Rahman

2.4 km

Mosque

Masjed Al Farouk

2.8 km

Landmark

Farouk Mosque

2.8 km

Landmark

Misr Lel Tameer

2.8 km

Landmark

El-Moamen Al-Mohaimen

2.8 km

Mosque

masjid misr lelta3mir

2.9 km

Landmark

Sports Development Center

3.0 km

Landmark

Tivoli

3.1 km

Landmark

The High Institute For Social Services

3.1 km

Landmark

Travel Village

3.4 km

Landmark

El Galaa

3.4 km

Theatre

El Galaa Theatre

3.4 km

Landmark

Al-Hamd Mosque

3.4 km

Art object

Ramsis Statue

3.5 km

Landmark

Obelisk of Ramses II

3.5 km

Mosque

Masjid Alzahraa

3.5 km

Mosque

Armed Forces Mosque

3.6 km

Landmark

Al Ghofran Mosque

3.6 km

Nearby

Shopping Area

The District

990 m

Reviews and Ratings

Reviews from guests about their experience.

Don

United States, February 2025

6.6/10

I had a decent stay at The Guard Hotel, with excellent staff and plentiful breakfast options. However, the miscommunication regarding payments and services was frustrating. Additionally, the location is quite far from the city center, which made sightseeing a bit inconvenient.

Rooms

8.0

I stayed in a Deluxe Double with a balcony, which was spacious and comfortable. The wide bed and good shower made my stay pleasant, even though the room wasn't perfectly clean beforehand.

Service

7.0

The staff were super friendly and accommodating, always willing to assist. However, I had some issues with payment processing due to misunderstandings about the transactions.

Location

6.0

The hotel is conveniently near the airport, but it's quite far from the city center, making it difficult to explore. I needed to rely on Uber for transportation.

Dining

9.0

Breakfast was excellent, with a huge variety of food options. I particularly enjoyed the freshly cooked omelette and the overall quality of the meals.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offers good facilities, including room service and a pool area. However, I found it strange that it was difficult to contact room service directly from my room.

Ron

United States, January 2025

5.8/10

I had a great two-night stay at The Guard Hotel, enjoying its proximity to the airport and the excellent food and service. The room was spacious and comfortable, featuring a nice balcony. However, there was some noise from the planes landing nearby, which might be an issue for sensitive sleepers. Overall, my experience was quite positive, and I would definitely recommend it.

Rooms

10.0

My room was really good-spacious, clean, and thoughtfully designed. The beds were incredibly comfortable, which made my stay very pleasant.

Service

10.0

The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, always checking in on me to see how I was doing. This made for a welcoming atmosphere during my stay.

Location

8.0

The hotel is conveniently located just ten minutes from the airport, which was perfect for my travel plans. However, it's not very close to the main tourist areas of Cairo.

Dining

10.0

I enjoyed an amazing breakfast buffet with a variety of options. The lunch and dinner buffets were also reasonably priced and satisfying. Just remember, there are restrictions on outside food and drinks.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offered good facilities, including room service and a nice swimming pool, which would be enjoyable in warmer weather.

Michael

United States, January 2025

6.6/10

I had a mixed experience at The Guard Hotel during my stay. The location is convenient as it's close to the airport, but there weren't many shops within walking distance. The service staff, especially Mostafa, were friendly and accommodating. However, I found the rooms needed better maintenance, and the food quality could use some improvement.

Rooms

6.0

The Deluxe Double Room I stayed in was spacious, though it had a smell of old furniture. I appreciated the balcony and the full set of bathroom items, but cleanliness could have been better.

Service

8.0

The service was generally warm. Upon arrival, the reception staff were welcoming, and Mostafa, in particular, was very nice to me.

Location

6.0

The hotel is conveniently located near the airport, which is great. However, I found that there weren't many restaurants or shops within walking distance, making it a bit isolated.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were decent, but the food quality varied. I ordered room service, and the tray it arrived on could have been cleaner, which was disappointing.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offered nice facilities such as a pool and outdoor areas. However, I did notice that the swimming pool staff seemed cold and strict about the rules.

James

United States, January 2025

6.8/10

I had a decent stay at The Guard Hotel. The location was super close to Cairo International Airport, which was a plus, but it was a bit far from the city center, limiting my options to explore. The room was comfy and clean, and I appreciated the free breakfast. However, I faced some noise issues and service hiccups that pulled my experience down.

Rooms

9.0

My room was clean and super comfortable, with a nice balcony. I enjoyed the pool view too.

Service

7.0

The staff was friendly and accommodating, though they did lose some of my personal valuables, which was disappointing.

Location

6.0

While the hotel is near the airport, it was difficult for taxi drivers and Ubers to find, and quite a trek from the city center.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was pretty good, with a decent variety of food, although breakfast wasn't really a buffet since there were few guests.

Facilities

7.0

Facilities like room service and housekeeping were available, but they could improve on the promptness.

Charles

United States, October 2024

5.6/10

Overall, my stay at The Guard Hotel was quite pleasant, especially being so close to the airport. The room was cozy and clean, though the bathroom was a bit cramped. The dining options were reasonably priced and saved me a trip to town, though the dining experience could use some improvement. I really appreciated the friendly and accommodating staff throughout my visit.

Rooms

8.0

My Deluxe Double room was spacious and clean, but the bathroom was a tight fit, making showering a little challenging.

Service

9.0

The staff were very friendly and helpful, going out of their way to assist with my needs during the stay.

Location

7.0

The hotel is conveniently close to the airport, although it's in a neighborhood that felt a bit odd without shops nearby.

Dining

7.0

I found the lunch and dinner buffet to be satisfactory, but it still leaves room for improvement to meet international standards.