Located in Heliopolis, Cairo, The Guard Hotel offers a blend of comfort and convenience for travelers. This review provides an in-depth look at the hotel, covering everything from guest experiences to available amenities and pricing.
Location and Accessibility
The Guard Hotel is situated at El Saaqah st, From El Thawra st, Heliopolis, Cairo, placing it approximately 8.9 miles from the city center. Cairo International Airport is conveniently located just 4.1 km away from the Hotel Gare, making it easily accessible for travelers. The drive to the airport from the hotel should take you 0h 06m with normal traffic flow.
Nearby Attractions
- Qasr el Baron: 3 mi
- Heliopolis Palace: 3.6 mi
- Al-Azhar University: 4.2 mi
- 6th of October Panorama: 4.4 mi
- Al-Hussein Mosque: 7.4 mi
- Al-Azhar Park: 7.4 mi
- Khan el-Khalili: 7.4 mi
- Saladin Citadel of Cairo: 8 mi
- Mosque of Muhammad Ali: 8.1 mi
- Mosque of Ibn Tulun: 8.6 mi
- Downtown Cairo: 8.8 mi
- Tahrir Square: 9 mi
Guest Reviews and Ratings
Travelers have left 1,075 reviews of The Guard Hotel to date, providing valuable insights into the guest experience.
Overall Rating
The Guard Hotel has a "Good" rating of 7.8 based on 1,075 verified ratings.
Positive Feedback
- Friendly staff and good breakfast (mentioned in 33 reviews)
- Brilliant location near the airport (mentioned in 33 reviews)
- "Friendly staff, restaurant was very good." (mentioned in 4 reviews)
Negative Feedback
- "Nothing the staff is very unprofessional." (mentioned in 4 reviews)
- "Cloths are dirty and they use bare hands for handling food" (mentioned in 1 review)
- "Our taxi drivers got a little lost both ways." (mentioned in 1 review)
Summary of Reviews
Guests generally enjoyed their stay, highlighting the friendly and helpful staff, especially Ahmad, and the hotel's convenient location near malls and the airport. However, some guests faced issues with noise, cleanliness, and room changes, which detracted from their experience.
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Amenities and Services
The Guard Hotel offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable stay:
- Outdoor pool
- Fitness center
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Free Wi-Fi
- Tea/coffee maker
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
- Cable or satellite TV
- Laundry service
- Ironing board and iron in the accommodation
- Accessible rooms
The hotel has 165 guest rooms and suites, an outdoor pool and barbecue facilities. The hotel also has a children's playground and sun terrace. Guests can enjoy meals in various restaurants and private parking is available on site. All rooms have a flat-screen TV and some units have views of the pool or garden. Rooms have a private bathroom with a bathtub. The Hotel Gare features free Wi-Fi throughout the residence. The residence offers a 24-hour front desk.
Pricing and Deals
Prices at The Guard Hotel will vary depending on when you plan to stay and what room type you require. The average nightly room price recently has been $107, though some users have found rates as low as $59. The cheapest price a room at The Guard Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $88, while the most expensive was $88.
Best Time to Book
For the best chance to save money on your The Guard Hotel reservation, consider staying in September, when prices are typically at their lowest ($40). Consider checking into The Guard Hotel on Wednesday, when the nightly price is typically at its lowest (average nightly rate of $59). The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
Price Comparison
The average rate for a night at The Guard Hotel is 16% less than the Cairo average for similarly rated 4 stars hotels.
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Average Nightly Price per Month
If you’re after a cheap room at The Guard Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in April and March. Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at The Guard Hotel, plan to stay on a Thursday or Wednesday.
| Month | Average Price |
|---|---|
| April | $66 |
| October | $96 |
Additional Information
Check-in/Check-out
- Check in anytime after 2:00 PM
- Check out anytime before 12:30 PM
Transportation
Getting from Cairo Airport to The Guard Hotel can be as easy as renting a car at the airport’s rental desk for, on average, $47/day in Cairo. Luckily, The Guard Hotel has parking on site for guests who choose this method of transportation. Taking a taxi or rideshare service from the nearest airport, Cairo Airport, to your hotel is often the most cost effective transportation solution.
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