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Our top choices for Al-Azhar University hotels

Deluxe Double Room, City View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

1. Sama Hotel Sherif Bash

Sama Hotel Sherif Bash
3.5 star property
Qasr an-Nil, 2.3 km from Al-Azhar University
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (99 reviews)
"Good clean hotel at a good location"
United States
Ali
The price is ₹2,411
₹3,109 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Sama Hotel Sherif Bash
Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, City View | Terrace/patio

2. white swan hotel

white swan hotel
3.0 star property
Abdin, 1.9 km from Al-Azhar University
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"everything is good the room is very clean and very comfortable the staff very friendly and so kind the location is perfect and near to everything "
United States
Mariam
The price is ₹3,106
₹4,005 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
white swan hotel
Interior detail

3. Gamaleya Boutique Hotel

Gamaleya Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
1 km from Al-Azhar University
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"If you are looking to experience old cardio, this is your place. Clean rooms, friendly staff, great food and well located for exploring old Cairo. Will return with my family. "
Canada
Jeffrey
The price is ₹7,821
₹10,156 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Gamaleya Boutique Hotel
Free daily continental breakfast

4. Crown Hotel

Crown Hotel
3.0 star property
Abdin, 2.1 km from Al-Azhar University
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (48 reviews)
"Stayed two nights whilst in Cairo, location is on a side street just off main road, centrally located. Staff friendly and very helpful. Small number of rooms, basic but fine. Great breakfasts, plenty of pastries and coffee"
United Kingdom
Kevin
The price is ₹3,624
₹4,673 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Crown Hotel
Deluxe Double Room | Terrace/patio

5. The Kmt collection Hotel

The Kmt collection Hotel
2.0 star property
Abdin, 2.1 km from Al-Azhar University
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"The staff was very helpful and flexible with our needs and requests. They treated our 3-year-old son very well. Besides, the place itself is very clean and comfortable."
United States
Eric Noriel
The price is ₹1,275
₹1,644 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
The Kmt collection Hotel
Lobby

6. Royal Cairo Hotel

Royal Cairo Hotel
3.5 star property
Abdin, 2.2 km from Al-Azhar University
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (16 reviews)
"Great location, very central. The room was super clean and staff were very helpful."
United Kingdom
Aref
The price is ₹2,025
₹2,611 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Royal Cairo Hotel
City Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

7. El Otel Hotel

El Otel Hotel
3.0 star property
Abdin, 2.1 km from Al-Azhar University
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, clean and cozy room and perfect location. I would go back to this hotel. Cairo is fantastic love love love"
Norway
Heidi
The price is ₹3,843
₹4,956 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jul - 26 Jul
El Otel Hotel
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

8. Cairo Plaza Prime Hotel

Cairo Plaza Prime Hotel
3.5 star property
Abdin, 2.2 km from Al-Azhar University
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (96 reviews)
"Was a very good place to stay "
United States
Claire
The price is ₹2,688
₹3,466 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Cairo Plaza Prime Hotel
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

9. Cairo Plaza Manchester Hotel

Cairo Plaza Manchester Hotel
3.5 star property
Abdin, 2.2 km from Al-Azhar University
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (13 reviews)
"Nice stay."
United States
Alfonso
The price is ₹3,283
₹4,258 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Cairo Plaza Manchester Hotel
Deluxe Double Room | Terrace/patio

10. Sama hotel

Sama hotel
3.0 star property
2.3 km from Al-Azhar University
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (254 reviews)
"Clean rooms Professional staff Great breakfast"
United States
JANA
The price is ₹3,147
₹4,060 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Sama hotel
Front of property – evening/night

11. Viaje Hotel Downtown Cairo

Viaje Hotel Downtown Cairo
4.5 star property
Abdin, 2.2 km from Al-Azhar University
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (342 reviews)
"Excellent service staff for amazing very helpful cooperative"
United States
ali
The price is ₹5,055
₹6,518 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Viaje Hotel Downtown Cairo
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

12. Cairo Plaza Luxe Hotel

Cairo Plaza Luxe Hotel
3.5 star property
Abdin, 2.2 km from Al-Azhar University
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (75 reviews)
"Nice staff, clean room, central location in downtown Cairo, and a bargain for the price"
United States
Aly
The price is ₹2,621
₹3,379 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Cairo Plaza Luxe Hotel
Exterior

13. Olivia Hotel

Olivia Hotel
3.0 star property
Abdin, 2.3 km from Al-Azhar University
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (23 reviews)
"Very nice hotel offering the basics that a traveller needs. Staff is very nice and helpful going above and beyond to serve your needs. Excellent position in the downtown core with lots of possibilities for eating. Clean rooms offering a warm welcome after a long flight. Definitely recommend this hotel if you are looking for best price/service rate."
Canada
Marian
The price is ₹1,903
₹2,454 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Olivia Hotel
Basic Single Room | Terrace/patio

14. Cairo Crown Hotel

Cairo Crown Hotel
2.0 star property
Abdin, 2.3 km from Al-Azhar University
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 reviews)
"Good new hotel all fixtures are brand new location perfect. All restaurant shopping walkable. Night time street is perfect joint for a shisha coffee & food. "
United Kingdom
Harish
The price is ₹2,549
₹3,407 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Cairo Crown Hotel
Family Triple Room | Minibar, free WiFi, bed sheets

15. Central Cairo Hotel

Central Cairo Hotel
3.0 star property
Abdin, 2.3 km from Al-Azhar University
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (5 reviews)
"Room is clean, staff are fantastic and perfect amenities. Internet is very good. Wonderful four days stays."
Canada
Batista
The price is ₹3,899
₹5,028 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Central Cairo Hotel
Luxury Studio, City View | Private kitchen | Espresso maker, coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave

16. Imperial Hotel

Imperial Hotel
3.0 star property
Abdin, 2.3 km from Al-Azhar University
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (93 reviews)
"The best hotel ever."
United States
Medhat
The price is ₹1,764
₹2,275 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Imperial Hotel
Deluxe Double or Twin Room, City View | In-room safe, free WiFi

17. Future Hostel

Future Hostel
3.0 star property
Abdin, 2.1 km from Al-Azhar University
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (12 reviews)
"Great location and Noha the receptionist was very friendly and attentive. Thanks for making my stay great!"
United States
Yolanda
The price is ₹2,289
₹2,951 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Future Hostel
Exterior

18. Cairo casa inn

Cairo casa inn
3.0 star property
Abdin, 2.3 km from Al-Azhar University
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (44 reviews)
"the peive is very cheap it’s easy to uber around the area. Aircon is very well functioning."
United States
Ronald George
The price is ₹1,666
₹2,233 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Cairo casa inn
Reception

19. Calma Hotel

Calma Hotel
2.0 star property
Abdin, 2.2 km from Al-Azhar University
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (8 reviews)
"FREINDLY, GOOD LOCATION"
Canada
Numan
The price is ₹1,251
₹1,631 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Calma Hotel
Reception

20. City Hostel

City Hostel
1.0 star property
1.9 km from Al-Azhar University
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (57 reviews)
"The place is hard to find. Poor upkeep of the place. Not available for 24 hours check in. Will not stay there again. "
United States
Amelia L
The price is ₹1,047
₹1,379 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
City Hostel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Compare popular hotels close to Al-Azhar University

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Deluxe Double Room, City View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing
Sama Hotel Sherif Bash
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
99 reviews
View
Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, City View | Terrace/patio
white swan hotel
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
8 reviews
View
Interior detail
Gamaleya Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
9 reviews
View
Free daily continental breakfast
Crown Hotel
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
48 reviews
View
Deluxe Double Room | Terrace/patio
The Kmt collection Hotel
2.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
6 reviews
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Top Al-Azhar University Hotel Reviews

Sama Hotel Sherif Bash

Sama Hotel Sherif Bash

10/10 Excellent
"Kareem was very helpful, I loved the location in the middle of everything, great stay for the money"
MAJID 2-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Sama Hotel Sherif Bash

Hotels near other Al-Azhar University attractions

A historic building with arches and a courtyard with a water feature.
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Al-Azhar Park

9.4/10 (9 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Al-Azhar Park, a lovely green space in Cairo. Take in the fascinating museums while you're in the area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Al-Azhar University?
Al-Azhar University is located in a historic area of Cairo known for its picturesque gardens and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 20 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Al-Azhar University?
Adjacent to Al-Azhar University, ALRashedy Hotel Powered by Boutique is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers in-room fireplaces and free WiFi. Other good options close by include Arabian Nights Hotel and Gamaleya Boutique Hotel.
How many hotels should I expect to find near Al-Azhar University?
Expedia has 20 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Al-Azhar University.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Al-Azhar University, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Al-Azhar University.
What can I see and do near Al-Azhar University?
National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, October War Panorama and Coptic Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Explore landmarks like Abdeen Palace, Cairo Citadel and Talaat Harb Street. You can enjoy live performances at Cairo Opera House and Manasterly Palace.
How can I get to Al-Azhar University?
Nearby metro stations include El Geish Station, Abdou Pasha Station and Bab el Shaaria Station. If you'd like to venture around the surrounding area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

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