Radisson Blu, Cairo
At a glance
- Departs
- Daily
- Board
- Bed & Breakfast
- Class
- 5-star
The short answer
Radisson Blu Cairo is a 1-day hotel stay covering a 5-star room in Heliopolis, Cairo, arranged by Discovery Tours Egypt.
Snapshot
Good to know
- Travel style
- 5-star
- Accommodation
- Bed & Breakfast
- Destinations
- Cairo
02Overview
A first look
Radisson Blu, Cairo is an international full-service hotel in the city. We use it mainly for practical stopovers that simplify arrival, departure and immediate onward transfers.
Background
The facts
Radisson Blu Cairo is a 5-star hotel in Heliopolis on Abdel Hamid Badawy Street, one of Cairo’s established residential and business districts. Its position is about 15 minutes by road from Cairo International Airport, making it practical for late arrivals, early departures, and short stays in the city. Heliopolis also gives straightforward access to eastern Cairo and main arterial roads toward central districts.
The property offers rooms on a bed-and-breakfast basis, with complimentary Wi-Fi in guest rooms and public areas. Facilities include a heated outdoor pool, fitness center, full-service spa, business center, concierge services, and an on-site restaurant and bar. Room rate stays are typically based on per room per night, with breakfast buffet included as specified in the booking.
For nearby context, Heliopolis is distinct from Cairo’s historic riverfront core and is generally quieter than central downtown areas. Depending on traffic, central attractions such as the Egyptian Museum, Khan el-Khalili, and the Cairo Citadel require additional driving time, so this hotel is often chosen for airport access and a calmer neighbourhood base rather than for walking access to major monuments.
Because Cairo traffic can vary significantly by time of day, airport transfers and city journeys are best planned with extra time. The hotel is suited to travelers who want a full-service urban stay with business amenities, leisure facilities, and easy road access to the airport and wider Cairo area.
Suited to
Is this for you?
Yes, if
- This hotel suits business travelers, short-stay visitors, and families who prefer a quieter Heliopolis base rather than a central downtown location. It is also a good fit for guests arriving late at night or departing early in the morning, especially those who value quick airport access and on-site facilities.
- Typical guests include adults of all ages, corporate travelers, and families with older children who want a standard 5-star city hotel with breakfast and leisure amenities. It is less suitable for travelers who want to walk to major monuments or stay in a historic district within the tourist core.
What lingers
- 01Central Cairo base: we arrange Radisson Blu bookings with private airport pickup and meet-and-greet on arrival.
- 02Flexible logistics: early starts, late finishes, and secure luggage storage for Nile cruise transfers are organised by us.
- 03Book an Egyptologist pickup directly from Radisson Blu for full-day Cairo touring including the Egyptian Museum.
- 04Room requests handled pre-arrival: connecting rooms, ground-floor access, and dietary requirements relayed to the hotel.
- 05Unlike group coach hotels, we prioritise private cars for transfers and personalised pick-up times from Radisson Blu.
Choose your room
Featured rooms
Superior Room
- 35 m²
- 1 King bed
- Sleeps 4
2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed 377-sq-foot room with city views Relax - Fireplace Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - Plasma TV with premium channels Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, 24-hour room service, and free bottled water Sleep - Select Comfort bed, Egyptian cotton linens, a down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, and turndown service Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and slippers Practical - Safe, iron/ironing board, and restaurant dining guide; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (free) available on request Comfort - Fresh bed sheets (on request), climate-controlled air conditioning, and daily housekeeping Accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity Eco-friendly - Eco-friendly cleaning supplies Non-Smoking Connecting/adjoining room
On property
What's here
- business-center
- spa
- gym
- parking
- wifi
- garden
- concierge
- restaurant
- airport-shuttle
- pool
Bundled in
- Breakfast
The fine print
What's included – and what isn't
Included
- Room rate, per room per night
- Breakfast buffet (Bed & Breakfast)
- Complimentary Wi-Fi in guest rooms and public areas
- Access to swimming pool and fitness center
Not included
- City or tourism tax where payable locally
- Airport transfers, unless pre-booked and paid separately
- Spa treatments, massages and beauty services
- Minibar, laundry and other incidentals charged to the guest room
Plan around price
When to book
Cheapest in Jul 2026 from £34 pps/night. Most expensive in Jun 2027 at £57 pps/night.
Jul26
£34
Cheapest
Aug26
£34
Sept26
£42
Oct26
£49
Nov26
£49
Dec26
£49
Jan27
£46
Feb27
£46
Mar27
£46
Apr27
£46
May27
£46
Jun27
£57
Highest
Indicative rates for a 2-night stay, 2 adults sharing. Actual nightly rates vary; final quote always confirmed at booking.
Watch out for these peak windows
A handful of dates each year sit well above the typical monthly band. If your travel dates fall inside these, expect to pay a premium even in an otherwise quiet month.
Christmas 2026
23–26 December — global European traveller peak across Cairo, Luxor and Nile cruises
£48pps/night
New Year's Eve 2026/27
30 December – 2 January — highest demand of the year in Cairo
£48pps/night
Eid al-Fitr 2027
~10 March — Egyptian domestic surge in Cairo, Alexandria, Sharm; quieter in Luxor/Aswan
£46pps/night
Western Easter 2027
28 March — UK/US/Europe school-holiday peak across all of Egypt
£46pps/night
Coptic Easter + Sham El-Nessim 2027
~18 April — short, sharp domestic surge in Cairo & Alexandria
£46pps/night
Eid al-Adha 2027
Mid-May — second major domestic peak in Cairo & Alexandria
£46pps/night
Accessibility
Who can join this
The property offers lift access to guest floors and an accessible room category that can be requested at booking, including a roll-in shower when available. Public areas in the lobby, restaurant and fitness centre are level or ramped, but the poolside has a single small step into the deck area and no guaranteed pool lift. Abdel Hamid Badawy Street has standard Cairo pavements, which include uneven sections and occasional kerbs; some local taxis require a step up. If you need a wheelchair-accessible vehicle or meet-and-assist at Cairo International Airport, tell us your requirements when booking so we can arrange the necessary assistance in advance. We are a licensed Egyptian tour operator and we will confirm specific accessibility details and room measurements before arrival.
Before you go
What to pack & wear
Children & families
Children are welcome at the hotel. Cots and rollaway beds are available on request, subject to availability and an additional charge; please request these at booking so we can confirm. Child rates vary by room type and season, and children sharing existing bedding may incur no extra room-rate charge depending on the hotel's policy. Strollers are practical in the lobby and lifts, though some nearby pavements are uneven; high chairs are available in the restaurant on request. For infant amenities and exact child pricing we will confirm the hotel's current policy in your booking confirmation.
Indicative rates only – pricing and rooms fluctuate. Please enquire for live rates on your specific dates.
– Responsible travel
How we travel here
We are a licensed Egyptian tour operator and we coordinate bookings and local services with the hotel to reduce duplication. The hotel provides air-conditioned shuttle service to the airport using modern minibuses, and housekeeping uses centralized laundry systems to reduce water use. The property follows common hotel measures such as LED lighting in public areas, low-flow bathroom fittings, and a linen-reuse program; these measures are managed by the hotel rather than by us directly. Where possible we prioritise local suppliers for catering and laundry, and we ask suppliers to share environmental practices before contracting. If you have specific sustainability requirements, tell us at booking and we will request documentation from the hotel.
Licensed local Egyptologists
ETAA-credentialed, on payroll
Fair wages on the ground
Drivers + guides paid above market
Site preservation
We follow MoTA visitor caps and no-touch protocols
Carbon-aware itineraries
Domestic flights only when train/road is impractical
Asked & answered
Frequent questions
01Which Radisson Blu is this in Cairo?
Several Radisson Blu hotels operate in Cairo; please tell us which property you mean or share your booking confirmation. Once we have the property name we will confirm the exact address, transfer options, room categories and typical travel times to Cairo International Airport and key sites. We do not assume which property by brand alone – distances and traffic in Cairo change practical plans.02Is breakfast included at Radisson Blu?
Breakfast inclusion depends on the rate you book; some rates include breakfast while others do not. If you book through us we will state breakfast inclusion on your confirmation and can add it if needed, subject to hotel availability and supplement. Special-diet requests (gluten‑free, vegetarian) can be submitted in advance and the hotel will confirm options.03What time is check‑in and check‑out at Radisson Blu?
Most hotels use a standard check‑in from 14:00 and check‑out by 12:00, but individual properties can vary. We can request early check‑in or late check‑out on your behalf; confirmation depends on room availability and may carry a fee. If you need a guaranteed early arrival we can secure the previous night’s room.04Can you arrange an airport transfer to Radisson Blu?
Yes – as a licensed Egyptian tour operator we arrange private airport transfers and meet‑and‑greet to any Cairo hotel. We supply private saloon cars or minivans with English‑speaking drivers, include flight monitoring and basic baggage assistance, and provide a local contact for arrival issues. Unlike large online booking platforms, we can adapt pick‑up for delayed flights and handle last‑minute changes.05Can I get connecting rooms or cots at Radisson Blu?
Many Radisson Blu properties offer interconnecting rooms and cots, but availability depends on the specific property and dates. Tell us the ages of children and we will request connecting rooms and reserve cots; some hotels apply charges or limits per room. We confirm any extra costs and the hotel’s child‑policy at booking.06What are the hotel's cancellation terms?
Cancellation terms are set by the hotel and depend on the rate you choose; flexible and non‑refundable rates differ. If you book through us we will list the precise cancellation deadline and any applicable fees on your confirmation so you can decide before paying. Group bookings and long stays often carry different rules – we will outline those before you confirm.
If plans change
Cancellation
- More than 30 days
- Full refund less a £50 admin fee
- 15–30 days
- 50% refund
- Within 14 days
- No refund – date changes considered case by case
Product ID: HTL-CAI-993208
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