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3.5 out of 5
Sahara Pyramids Inn
14 Sphinx Street, Giza, Giza Governorate

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 136 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 136 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 136 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 136 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 136 reviews" "

7.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Maira

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from Sahara's Team on 31 Mar,2024
Hello our dear guest thank you so much for your comment we’re so happy to host you in our hotel and we hope to see you again

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unbelievable View and Staff! Review of Sahara Pyramids Inn Pending review The rooms themselves are just fine (I recommend the double deluxe), but not much different than other places. Where this place really excels is with their staff and views. The staff are incredibly friendly and they have 2 rooftop areas with the most incredible views of the Pyramids and Sphinx, with excellent food and atmosphere! A big shout out to Moka, Basha and Islam M!! Do not hesitate to stay here and spend the evenings staring at the amazing views! We will be back for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Response from Sahara’s Team on 28 Feb,2024
Hello our dear guest thank you so much for your comment we’re so happy to host you in our hotel and we hope to see you again

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay, and we love the employees, the reception guy was very helpful and the guys from the rooftop were amazing ! We had a good time !
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Response from Sahara’s Team on 25 Feb,2024
Hello our dear guest thank you so much for your comment we’re so happy to host you in our hotel and we hope to see you again

6/10 Okay

Kenneth, Tonbridge

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Cheap hotel with great view of the Pyramids from the roof top restaurant.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Response from Sahara’s Team on 2 Feb,2024
hello our dear guest thank you so much for your comment we’re so happy to host you in our hotel and we hope to see you again

10/10 Excellent

William

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super friendly and accommodating. My room was clean and no funky smells. Bottled water was provided. The bed was a futon style pad on a raised box. I had plenty of hot water. The food at the hotel was great. No security box in the room. The hotel has a commanding view of the pyramids is about 30 meters from the entrance to the pyramids park. It’s a great hotel that gives you a feel of old Cairo with all the camels and horse drawn buggies running back and forth. The nightly light show at the pyramids is visible from the balcony. The Spinx is slightly obscured by a tree, but otherwise the view is perfect. The hotel is more of a spartan style hotel for urban explorers that want to stay close to the pyramids. I loved it and would recommend it to a friend. The area has a heavy police presence because of the park and is safe to walk around at all hours. An ATM is just down the road by the entrance to the park. The street vendors can be a nuisance. They stopped bothering me by the end of the second day.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024
Response from Sahara’s Team on 30 Jan,2024
Hello dear thank you so much for your comment we’re so happy to host you in our hotel and we hope to see you again !

10/10 Excellent

Caja

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff!!!!!! Very friendly and comforting! Amazing time
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from Sahara’s Team on 22 Jan,2024
Hello our dear guest thank you so much for your comment we are so happy to host you in our hotel and we hope to see you again

6/10 Okay

Sazzadul, San Jose

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staffs are very helpful and nice. Location and view is awesome. Breakfast is not that great, not warm and limited options. Room could be better with some upgrades specifically bathroom, its small, needs cleaning and repair.
Response from Sahara’s Team on 22 Jan,2024
Hello our dear guest we are so happy to host you in our hotel and we hope to see you again

8/10 Good

Omar

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The team and the dinner was beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Response from sahara's team on 28 Nov,2023
thank you so much we are so happy ti hist you in our hotel

4/10 Poor

Marina

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Best things about this property include the view of the pyramids and staff. Very lovely boys that work here... One of them helped us change the room because first one had too much hair on the sheets and covers, I couldn't relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from Sahara's Team on 12 Nov,2023
Thank you our dear guest for your comment

10/10 Excellent

Erwin, walnut

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view of the pyramid light and sound show.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from Sahara's Team on 8 Nov,2023
Thank you so much we are so happy to host you in our hotel and we hope to see you again

6/10 Okay

Rebecca

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Catfished by room photos
It’s hard to write this, because the staff were very helpful and welcoming and they are what makes this inn a success. We just feel catfished by the photos of the rooms. We booked a deluxe twin room and all the photos showed that it had both a window AND a view of the pyramids. We had no windows in the room at all. The floor space is so small that going to the toilet at night was dangerous. The en-suite was so small, you can’t get up from the toilet properly without bashing the sink. The shower was hot which was good but nowhere to put the towel and water just went everywhere. Someone was right when they said it’s a transit location. We’d booked 2 nights and I wish we hadn’t. The food is good enough to not need to go out. The breakfast isn’t great. But after all of this, the staff were incredible. I can’t fault them at all. It’s the facility itself. It’s our fault, you get what you pay for and we went cheap.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from Sahara's Team on 30 Oct,2023
Thank you for your comment

6/10 Okay

Mutiat

Liked: Staff & service
The hotel has good view of pyramid
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from Sahara's Team on 29 Oct,2023
Thank you so much for your comment

4/10 Poor

yasmin, Clermont

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is awesome. They are respectful, pleasant, hardworking and willing. The property is a death trap, a fire hazard. There are hardly any windows, small tight passageways/corridors, lots of stairs to rooftop restaurant, exposed electrical wiring, even in the shower. No fire extinguishers or sprinkler system in sight. Most rooms have no windows. Our room has a small, tight smelly bathroom, a broken bed, nonstop running water in toilet, no way to turn off a few lights...either sleep with all lights on or in total darkness in a room with no windows. Beware of tour guides, even some hotel staff. Big scams, total shake down for all your money once you decide to hire one of them. Hawkers of all ages, grown men, women and young boys would not leave your side if you walk around the neighbourhood...they are like flies. I would not recommend anyone to stay in this property. On the positive side, it's the proximity to the pyramids and the staff at this property is hardworking, respectful and extremely pleasant.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from Sahara’Team on 28 Oct,2023
Hello, our dear guest, is it normal to liken a person to flies? We have all types of rooms if they have a window or they suit all prices for all categories. How can the light not be turned off inside the room? The problem is that you are elderly. You do not know how to turn off or turn on sleep. You do not even know how to charge your mobile phone. It is not the place's fault that you do not know how to turn on and off the lights. Rather, it was possible to ask for help from the hotel staff, just as you knew how to charge the phone. This comparison to our place is completely rejected because it is unreal and unfair. You are not the first to come.

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful. No windows in room. 4th.floor no.elevator Area outside over run.by pain in the ass touts Camel and horse manure everywhere
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2023
Response from Sahara’s team on 26 Oct,2023
Thank you so much for your comment but we remember you write the review for the hotel not the pyramids area anyway thank you

10/10 Excellent

eric

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is the perfect location to see the Pyramids of Giza. The staff went above and beyond to accommodate us and help with any needed we had
Response from Sahara's Team on 21 Oct,2023
Thank you so much our dear guest we are so happy to host you in our hotel and we hope to meet you again

10/10 Excellent

Hector

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an amazing time. Staff was polite and professional. Rooms were clean and comfortable. The view of Giza Pyramids with dinner and breakfast made it more memorable. I will be returning next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from Sahara’s Team on 20 Oct,2023
Thank you so much we are so happy to host you in our hotel and we hope to see you again

10/10 Excellent

Sandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room with clear view of the pyramids is awesome. They have a good restaurant in the roof so you dont need to go out. Staff was friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from sahara's team on 4 Oct,2023
Thank you so much we are so happy to host you in our hotel and we hope to see you again

6/10 Okay

Rolando

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from sahara's team on 20 Sept,2023
Thank you so much we are so happy to host you in our hotel

10/10 Excellent

Elen

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from sahara's team on 24 Sept,2023
Thank you so much we are so happy to host you in our hotel and we hope to meet you again

10/10 Excellent

Vanio Batista

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from sahara's Team on 8 Jun,2023
Thank You so much we are so happy to host you in our hotel :)

6/10 Okay

Antonio

Travelled with family
The Sahara Pyramids is only steps away to the main entrance gate to the Pyramids; It is excellent value for money when considering that. The rate for stay is super (surprisingly) affordable. Having said that, the lodge feels more like a transit location or a place for 1-2 nights max. The rooms need a retouch, and maintenance work should take place when the lodge is closed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from Sahara’s Team on 27 May,2023
Thank you for working so hard to achieve the best service. We certainly hope to see you again

10/10 Excellent

Gary T

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If you want to stay at a hotel in Giza across from the Pyramids with the best view in town this is it. We chose the hotel because of the reviews and we made an excellent choice. The rooms look just like the photos on the website and the terrace bar overlooks the pyramids with a nice selection of drinks and inexpensive well prepared meals. The hotel and bar staff are really friendly and helpful, we booked all our day tours at the front desk after arriving. Our guide Abdul and driver Farid were excellent and really took very good care of us, we cannot say enough good things about them and the entire hotel staff from the cleaners to the owner. We highly recommend the Sahara Pyramids Inn and we would stay here again. You can also arrange to be safely picked up and dropped off at the Cairo airport thru the hotel reception. Another bonus you get free front row seats to the pyramid light show from the hotel terrace bar! The view of the pyramids and the Sphinx from the terrace bar having breakfast or drinks in the evening is simply breathtaking. Thank you for a fantastic stay at the Sahara Pyramids Inn, to all the staff and Abdul and Farid. Regards Jennifer Drayton
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Response from Sahara’s Team on 23 May,2023
We are happy to host you in our hotel and we certainly want to see you very soon to enjoy this atmosphere again. Thank you very much for all these kind words that express love, comfort and happiness. See you soon.

8/10 Good

Andrea

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very pleasant stay. They provided airport pickup for 25 USD (it’s way more expensive than a Uber but it’s worth it if it’s your first time) We arrived very early (before check in time) and they gave us access to a temporary room to shower and get ready for the day. Our room was good, the staff was super friendly and helpful, and the hotel terrace has the best view of the pyramids. The food was really good too and at very reasonable prices. Highly recommended!
Response from Sahara’s Team on 17 Apr,2023
Thank you so much our dear guest we hope to meet you again in our hotel

8/10 Good

Freya

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from sahara's Team on 1 May,2023
Thank you so much

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
While Giza is not the nicest place around Cairo, this is a great option for those staying in Giza. Hosts and were hospitable and responsive to our requests and feedback. They helped us organize high-quality last-minute tours. They took care of our luggage after check-out. The food was decent, the decor is nice, and the room was reasonable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Response from sahara's Team on 27 Mar,2023
Thank you so much our dear guest we hope to see you again

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Can’t get a better view of the pyramids! Very attentive staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Response from Sahara Team on 13 Mar,2023
Thank you so much our dear guest we hope to meet you again in our hotel

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Nice little hotel
We were put in the double room despite me booking a “Deluxe Triple Room”, at the time they told me I booked a double room. But I didn’t have access to my receipt. Now that I’ve logged on hotels.com I can see the room was definitely a double room (as shown on their photos) and my receipt states ‘ Deluxe Triple Room’. With that being said, we only stayed one night so we weren’t too inconvenienced. The gents running the hotel are extremely lovely and we enjoyed talking to them. We arrived late night so we ordered food via room service. The views of the pyramids are so serene, we sat there waiting for our taxi to go airport and during this time we saw the light show. Shisha a was around £2.50, very cheap! The hotel does have a lot of stairs so prob not for people with mobility issues. As others have stated you wouldn’t really stay in the rooms, it’s more just to sleep the night whilst you explore Cairo during the day.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Response from Sahara’s Team on 9 Mar,2023
Thank you so much for your comment we hope to see you again

10/10 Excellent

Amina

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Response from sahara's Team on 25 Mar,2023
Thank you so much our dear huest we hope to meet you again in our hotel :)

6/10 Okay

Marinel

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The view of the pyramids is spectacular from the balcony of this property.The staff are very helpful and nice.The property is basically walking distance to the pyramids if you want a bit of exercise.The only thing that was off putting were the dilapidated room,the bedsheets need updating and the toilet has a certain sewage smell.you also need to make sure that when you book your tours with the hotel,it’s what you paid for and the tour guide doesn’t trick you into thinking that you don’t know what’s included in your package.But overall,for the price you pay…you get the best location and best sunset view of the pyramids.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Response from sahara's Team on 2 Mar,2023
Thank you

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you are going to visit the pyramids and need a good home to stay while exploring Cairo, Sahara Pyramids Inn is THE BEST hotel to stay at! All of the staff are incredibly helpful and friendly. You will also have the closest view of the pyramids than any other hotel. I cannot recommend this place enough.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Response from Sahara’s Team on 21 Feb,2023
Thank you so much we are so happy to meet you again this your home

10/10 Excellent

Mikari

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hasona and Anas were both super friendly, so they made our stay comfortable! Thank you soo much!
Response from Sahara’s Team on 17 Jan,2023
Thank you so much

8/10 Good

Irene

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice view of the pyramids and free light and sound show at night from the rooftop. Very friendly staffs and helpful. Rooms are smaller but alright. Location is just right by the entrance to the pyramids.
Response from sahara's Team on 7 Jan,2023
Thank you so much

8/10 Good

Rachel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Location was absolutely fantastic, right in front of the pyramids. The terrace and reception areas are nice, but our room was a bit grittier than anticipated. The staff were very nice and helpful. Overall I'm happy for what we paid.
Response from sahara's Team on 30 Dec,2022
Thank you so much

8/10 Good

David L.

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing family that run this place. So welcoming and hospitable. The view is unbeatable from the property. It is really worth to stay just for the view and great vibe of the area. It is very busy and many barking dogs at night, but you will love the vibe. Smoke shisha from the roof top terrace and watch the Pyramids light show. So much fun. It may a little hard to find, but it is just at the entry gate to the Giza site. Beds are VERY hard.
Response from sahara's Team on 26 Dec,2022
Thank you so much

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location to enjoy the pyramid of Giza and also the Light show they have in the evenings
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Response from sahara on 11 Dec,2022
thank you very much we hope to see you again

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel to see the pyramids including the light show at nights. One night a week the light show is in Spanish.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Response from sahara's Team on 17 Dec,2022
Thank you so much

8/10 Good

andres

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice view,friendly staff, didn't get room paid for
The good things were the view from the roof terraces, and that the staff were reasonably welcoming. The air-conditioning was good and strong too. The bad things were that I didn't get the room I paid for. Paid for the triple deluxe room but they tried to put me in a small windowless room. I mentioned that my booking was for something nicer and they moved me to a bigger windowless room. After my trip I checked online and it's clear I didn't get the room on the photos that I paid extra for. Even though windowless I could hear a rooster outside from 3am. Soundproofing to the corridors isn't good either. The breakfast was bad, and the food and drink on the terrace in general was bad too. p.s. a tip, there's a second roof terrace behind the roof cafe, it's nice to sit there and not feel the need to order food or drink like in the roof cafe.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from sahara on 3 Dec,2022
thank you very much but for the room type this is the room that you booked and about the food you dont even order food from the resturant how can you say that is the food is bad and for the breakfast every one have the same break fast and every one enjoy it no one comlain like you are saying

10/10 Excellent

B

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from Sahara’s Team on 29 Nov,2022
Thanks

10/10 Excellent

Shaheen

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They went above and beyond for me and my fiancée. The staff was so friendly and helped us through everything learning about Giza and Cairo. The hotel is a family own establishments and it is kept us very well. The next time we come back to Giza we would be honored to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from sahara on 1 Nov,2022
thank you very much we hope to see you again

10/10 Excellent

tony

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First, the hotel staff were phenomenal. They assisted us throughout the entire stay and were very welcoming and accommodating. They even helped me two days after we departed their hotel when our lost luggage was being delivered to them instead of my forwarded location (even though I clearly told the airline I would be at a different place on that date). Sahara Pyramids Inn contacted me immediately and also called the luggage delivery driver and told them to deliver to my correct address instead. Just amazing hospitality all around. Even for breakfast and dinner. Their roof top cafe is a wonderful and peaceful place to eat and relax. The location is great for touring the pyramids and the view is stunning. The outside location on the streets is another story. It's not that bad but it's not central park either. It's pretty dirty with trash. I don't understand why people dirty a great place like that. Alot of dogs running around and barking at night also. But for the price, you can't beat it. It's not a hotel to stay in the room all day, it's a hotel with great staff and location for you to experience the Giza Plateau and get some good food and enjoy a great view in the mornings and evenings.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from Sahara’s Team on 15 Oct,2022
Thank you so much We are doing our best to make our guests happy. We hope to see you again

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel and staff with outstanding views of the pyramids from the roof top! The staff always so friendly and kind. Checking in on me everyday to make sure I was ok and if I needed anything. Especially Moka and Hasona very kind people! Excellent value for the money and great location. They made me feel at home. When I return to Egypt next year, I will only stay here. Highly recommended Thank you so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from sahara on 13 Oct,2022
Thank you so much we hope to see you again :)

10/10 Excellent

Abrie Izak

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

AZEEM

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property and great value for money. Beautiful view of the pyramids from rooftop terrace. Really enjoyed the delicious free breakfast while gazing out at the pyramids. Staff was very helpful especially Anas who helped us find the best option to the pyramids and let us use the lobby area for a few hours after checkout, thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Response from sahara on 29 Sept,2022
thank you very much we hope to see you again

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel and staff
Amazing hotel with amazing staff with view of the pyramids.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from sahara on 27 Sept,2022
thank you we hope to see you again

8/10 Good

Gonzalo

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and gentle staff, good service, great view from the cafe terrase.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from sahara on 21 Sept,2022
thank you we hope see you again

8/10 Good

Kristine

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
GREAT for the price
It's a cheap price hotel but it is right in front of the pyramids! GREAT breakfast, GREAT view from the roof top and GREAT staff! Hard pillow and small bathroom but for the price.... A+ I had a mix up with my returning flight so I returned back to the Sahara Pyramids and stay another 5 nights. I'm going back in 10 months!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from sahara on 3 Sept,2022
thank you very much we hope to see you again

10/10 Excellent

Cheng

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best place to stay in Giza
Very good place to stay for one night, The hotel manager upgraded my room to the best view room, which I can see three pyramids from our window. They charged reasonable price for the dinner where we sit on the rooftop for viewing the lights and sound show. The breakfast was perfect in my opinion.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Response from sahara on 10 Oct,2022
thank you very much we hope to see you again

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very kind and friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from Sahara's Team on 20 Jun,2022
thank you we hope to see you again