King Hotel Cairo

In a 12-storey tower, this relaxed hotel in the bustling Dokki district is just 700 metres from the fabled River Nile. In addition to its enviable setting, Hotel King offers sweeping city views and casual on-site dining. Pared-down guest rooms with carpeted floors and air conditioning provide desks, mini fridges, and flat-screen televisions with satellite channels. Upgraded quarters provide laminate flooring. Amenities include Wi-Fi access (free) and airport transfers (fees may apply). Laundry services are also available. Along with a varied international and Egyptian breakfast, the hotel's main restaurant proffers a la carte lunch and dinner menus. Snacks and sandwiches are on hand in a laid-back lobby cafe, plus there's a rooftop bar & lounge, Nomad, with city views. The nearest metro station (Dokki) is a five-minute walk from Hotel King, while the world-famous Cairo Opera House is a little over a mile away. Other nearby landmarks include the Cairo Tower and Giza Zoo, both under two miles from the hotel.