In the heart of Downtown Cairo, Sama hotel offers a warm welcome with local cuisine for breakfast and dry cleaning/laundry services. Connect to free in-room WiFi, enjoy tour/ticket assistance, and take advantage of concierge services while appreciating the smoke-free premises.
American University of Cairo - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Egyptian Museum - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Cairo Tower - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
Khan el-Khalili - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
Getting around
Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) - 34 min drive
Giza (SPX-Sphinx Intl.) - 44 min drive
Imbaba Station - 6 min drive
Bashteel Station - 7 min drive
Cairo Ramses Station - 16 min walk
Orabi Station - 5 min walk
Nasser Station - 6 min walk
Attaba Station - 7 min walk
Restaurants
كاريبو - 5 min walk
ماكدونالدز - 3 min walk
دجاج كنتاكى - 4 min walk
دجاج كنتاكى - 6 min walk
أفندينا - 1 min walk
About this property
Sama hotel
At Sama hotel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Tahrir Square and Egyptian Museum. Free perks include WiFi and local cuisine breakfast daily between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Also, this hotel is just a 5-minute drive from Khan el-Khalili. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Orabi Station is 5 minutes and Nasser Station is 6 minutes.
Languages
Arabic, English
At a glance
Hotel size
15 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: noon
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 15
Check-out time is noon
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 15
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
Parking
Onsite self parking (USD 5 per day)
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free local cuisine breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
Shared microwave
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Porter/bellhop
Facilities
Lockers available
Accessibility
Closed captioned TV
Lowered electrical outlets in bathroom
Height-adjustable showerhead
Transfer shower
Accessible bathtub
Visual fire alarm
Doorbell and phone notification
Lever door handles
Tile flooring in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
Smart television
Premium satellite channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Electric kettle
Slippers
Window screens
Sleep well
Pillow menu
Down comforter
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Turndown service
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Outdoor shower
Bidet
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
Printer
Food and drink
Meal delivery service
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Housekeeping (on request)
In-room safe
Guidebooks/recommendations
Restaurant dining guide
Fees & policies
Parking
Self parking costs USD 5 per day
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Sama hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sama hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Sama hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Sama hotel?
Yes. Self parking costs USD 5 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sama hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: noon. Check-out time is noon.
What's the area around Sama hotel like?
Sama hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Orabi Station and 17 minutes' walk from Tahrir Square.
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Sama hotel Reviews
Reviews
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Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
What guests liked
Breakfast was a highlight, featuring delicious Egyptian cuisine and excellent service. (5 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 20, 2025
Excellent place
The place is great and the service is excellent, all the staff at the hotel are friendly.I loved the place, I will book in the future in the same hotel
Mohammed
Mohammed, 11-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 28, 2025
Great stay
I can only say great things about the hotel. The rooms are comfortable and well-maintained. The staff is attentive and friendly, especially Miss Nariman.
I highly recommend this hotel if you're looking to stay downtown on a budget.
ALVARO
ALVARO, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 31, 2025
Check in was smooth, room was big and clean, a lot of shops and restaurants near by. Staff was very friendly. I would go there again
Sama
Sama, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 9, 2025
Great place!
When our taxi driver couldn't find the exact location of the hotel two of the front service staff were already looking for us on the street. The whole time we were there we received amazing customer service! Breakfast was the best we had in Egypt. Great location, can be a bit noisy at night but that's normal for Cairo.
Wayne
Wayne, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 16, 2024
Excellent hotel for a very good price. Would go again.
Anas
Anas, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 8, 2024
Staff was really friendly and my room was great!
omar
omar, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 9, 2024
Very nice and comfortable stay in the city center
Very centeric hotel with very friendly&helpful management and staff, I definitely advice this place to all people interested in visiting Cairo, hope to stay again.
Cengiz
Cengiz, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 3, 2024
The breakfast was wonderful. For the price and location, you can’t beat it.
al
al, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 29, 2025
Highly recommend this hotel
I highly recommend this hotel this hotel center Cairo main load is quite safe I felt and room conditions so well so clean and the staff all kind and warm I remembered the name of “krymkhld”he is helped me a lot move to my luggage checking in and out and delivering breakfast and always ready by around the hotel for the help I again highly recommended
Boram
Boram, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 6, 2025
Very kind staff and hotel is clean. Only downside was the water turning off twice where i had to wait for an hour.
Fahima
Fahima, 11-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 13, 2025
Guests from Norway!
Got an upgraded room, nice view and the hotel had a good location. The room had a nice big size and was clean. Nice straff also!
Edvard
Edvard, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Nov 24, 2024
Right in the center of the old district of Cairo. Many restaurants and shops around the area.
Rodrigo
Rodrigo, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 27, 2024
Staff are very helpful:Sultan,Karen. ..are very friendly
Vanson
8/10 Very good
Feb 5, 2025
Staff are very helpful and respectful
Just I was surprised that the room is so small as hotels in europe
Otherwise it was fine
Mohamed
Mohamed, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 3, 2024
My stay was very good, the staff was nice and helpful, the location was very special in the middle of the city, the room was really clean and quiet.
Mina
Mina, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jan 29, 2025
Fine once you’re inside
This place certainly doesn’t have much ‘curb appeal’ and you have to fight through a fast food restaurant to get to the hotel door, but the room was clean and spacious and service is great.
JONATHAN
JONATHAN, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 26, 2024
I love the staff the best. The were all smiling and pleasant and willing to do whatever we needed to make our stay pleasant. It is within walking distance to shopping and food. I would recommend this place if you are on a low budget.
Chivon
Chivon, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 8, 2024
Fantastic and clean
Ahmed
Ahmed, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 24, 2025
Great Budget Hotel in Downtown
This is a great budget hotel in downtown Cairo.
Staff is incredibly friendly. Best part of the hotel for sure.
It is on the 5th and 6th floor of a building so intially you need to climb some stairs. The elevator does work but you need a fob for it.
Rooms are nicely renovated too.
If you’re traveling solo or on a budget this is a great hotel.
Neil
Neil, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 2, 2024
They went above and beyond being accommodating and very friendly. They made sure I had a good stay
Garrett
Garrett, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 29, 2024
The staff was amazing and super helpful. The rooms were very neat and tidy! The free included breakfast was filling and delicious. The location is ideal for food and nearby activities. Highly recommend staying here.
Nasim
Nasim, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 25, 2024
Cairo December 2024
This place will fool you from the outside. The area in general is historic. The rooms are clean and pretty updated. Very nice people. The price is affordable I liked it overall.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 26, 2024
Spotlessly clean room, good price, super friendly and helpful staff — way beyond the usual, ride provided to airport immediately on request at reasonable price and with reassuring reminders, excellent lift/lelevator, great location near Midan Tala’at Harb and its bookstores, including the new Diwan bookstore— all in all, the only place in Cairo I will ever stay! Thank you, Sama Hotel!
Anne
Anne, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 1, 2025
Thumbs up👍
It’s nice place in the middle of everything, very convenient to do shopping many restaurants and cafes,the only thing could be disturbing if you are an early sleeper it is a bit noisy at nigh and the door to the balcony doesn’t have good insulation. Some suggestions: It will be great if they have a hairdryer and extra roll of toilet paper inside the room and they definitely need a sign for the the guests to guide them where they can reach the reception
When entering the building there is no sign that the hotel is on the sixth floor, you will be wondering how to find the hotel where.
Malalay
Malalay, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 3, 2025
We had a great stay at Sama Hotel. The breakfasts were great, even though you have to eat in the room. The bedding, towels, etc are excellent. The staff is very friendly and helpful.
We had an issue with our room being a smoking room the first night, but they corrected the issue and were apologetic.
The area is fantastic and it's a very fun walk to Tahrir Square. Very central with a lot of activity around the hotel.
The elevator and stairs up to the 6th floor are old, sketchy and not taken care of, but 1) do not reflect the hotel and 2) are safe and do the job.
We're so glad we moved downtown from Giza to get a different picture of day to day Egyptian life. Sama Hotel is highly recommended.