The Lobby. Courtesy of St Regis Cairo
Where: St Regis Cairo
The Lowdown: Located on the banks of the River Nile, St Regis Cairo is an undeniable icon of luxury. The 39-story hotel is situated at the north end of the Corniche, in the heart of Egypt’s bustling capital metropolis, offering easy access to all the historical monuments and bazaars alike. The 233 room, 50 exclusive suite, and 79 luxury apartment hotel is also equipped with unparalleled views of the river and authentic old Cairo. Created by renowned architect Michael Graves, St Regis Cairo strikes that perfect balance between old-world glamor and modern decadence.
La Zisa. Courtesy of St Regis Cairo
Stylish Eats: The St Regis offers an eclectic array of restaurants and cafes from the very modern and relaxed dining space of La Zisa that caters authentic Southern Italian cuisine to Asian restaurant, Tianma that promises a culinary journey across China and South East Asia. The J&G Steakhouse offers a collection of steakhouse favourites, premium meat cuts and fish sourced from around the world. Poolside restaurant Sirocco is the ideal place to enjoy your sundowners with a selection of Mediterranean and Egyptian dishes, while The Library, with its rich Mahogany furnishings and books, offers a quiet respite to its guests, and The Water Garden offers an authentic Egyptian experience with its signature afternoon tea and evening ritual.
The Royal Suite bedroom. Courtesy of St Regis Cairo
Suite Talk: The St Regis Cairo finds that perfect sweet spot between modern Egyptian architecture and old-world heritage that it owes to the hundreds of craftsmen who lent their handiwork to the intricate embroidery and rich, wooden paneling across the interiors. We especially love the royal suite bedroom offering an almost panoramic view of the Nile and the cityscape.
The stairs. Courtesy of St Regis Cairo
Insider’s Tip: The hotel is a great hidden gem for weddings and other events. The Astor Ballroom, with its curved, grand staircases that surround a strikingly imposing Swarovski chandelier provides a dramatic backdrop for weddings and celebrations. With a vaulted three-story high ceiling, the 990 square meter Grand Ballroom can accommodate up to 1000 guests. The hotel also houses 10 flexible and elegant meeting venues with state-of-the-art technology.
Vogue Verdict: Modern Egyptian grandeur meets old world charm in this unique Cairo hotspot.
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