• Apartments
  • Kitchen
  • City view
  • Garden
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning
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Houseboat65 - Historic home on the Nile - Central Cairo is a recently renovated apartment in Cairo near Cairo Tower. This apartment features air-conditioned accommodations with a terrace and free Wifi. The accommodation offers full-day security, a concierge service, and currency exchange for guests. The units provide views of the lake and come with a seating area, a washing machine, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave, and a private bathroom with bathrobes and slippers. A balcony with an outdoor dining area and river views is offered in every unit. At the apartment complex, every unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. A selection of options including warm dishes, local specialities, and fresh pastries are available for breakfast, and breakfast in the room is also available. There is an on-site coffee shop. Sightseeing tours are available within easy reach. A car rental service is available at the apartment. The Egyptian Museum is 1.5 miles from Houseboat65 - Historic home on the Nile - Central Cairo, while Tahrir Square is 1.2 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Cairo International, 12 miles from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast Info

Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal

Reliable Info
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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
1 full bed
1 queen bed
1 full bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
8.8
High score for Cairo
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Mintz
    United States of America United States of America
    Everything, once I figured out how to find it by myself. The breakfast is great, the view is amazing- I love watching the crew practice on the Nile on the morning and even the party boats at night. Zamalek is a nice, safe place for sole female...
  • Helenhowardhollywood
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This was the best place I've stayed in many years of travelling!! Amazing home on the Nile, wonderful owners too
  • Nicole
    United States of America United States of America
    Very clean. Friendly staff . The shampoo and soap smelled amazing .

Hosted by Jerome

9.7
9.7
Host Review Score
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Jerome
Imagine waking up on a houseboat in the middle of Cairo, graced with the gorgeous view of the great Nile river. This two stories houseboat offers you a unique and authentic Egyptian experience. Houseboat65 is a stationary floating house situated on the Nile River and in front of Zamalek island and close to Cairo’s must-see attractions. The place is built entirely out of wood with an architectural style from the 1920s and it is suited for both business and leisure travellers. Please note that there will not be any other guests allowed on the houseboat than the ones mentioned in your actual reservation. It's a place that needs a lot of care, not suited for parties, no invitations, no smoking inside and no BBQ or shisha.
Young interior designer and carpenter. Travel and nature enthusiast. Passionately building beautiful spaces & experiences on the Nile river.
• You can easily embark on a city tour and explore Cairo’s city center. A 10-minute drive will get you to Downtown Cairo, Tahrir Square, and The Egyptian Museum. Explore this area with its Italian, French and British architecture, Greek restaurants and Egyptian cafés. • On a lazy day, just cross the bridge to get to Zamalek island. It is a 2-minute drive or a 10-minute walk away from Home. It is a posh neighborhood where most of the embassies, nice villas, cafés, and restaurants are located. On your way there, you will encounter many art galleries, and if you want to spice your night a little, you can have a drink on one of Zamalek’s scenic rooftops or party in the best clubs in town. • A 35-minute drive will get you outside the city to visit Egypt iconic Giza Pyramids. • If you are an artist, you can spend most of your time home, seeking inspiration from the sweeping panorama of the Nile River. • “Felucca” is a traditional Egyptian boat. Go for a little tour on the Nile and enjoy the sunset. This is a very short list of what you could do; the rest is left to your imagination!
Languages spoken: Arabic,English,French

Area info

Amenities of Houseboat65 - Historic home on the Nile - Central Cairo
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • Laundry
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast
Parking
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs $0.50 per day.
    Internet
    WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Cleaning products
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Washing machine
    • Microwave
    • Kitchenette
    Bedroom
    • Linens
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bathtub or shower
    • Slippers
    • Private Bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Bathrobe
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sitting area
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Clothes rack
    • Mosquito net
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Private entrance
    • Fan
    • Iron
    Outdoors
    • Picnic area
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Sun deck
    • Patio
    • Balcony
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Food & Drink
    • Coffee house on site
    • Fruit
    • Grocery deliveries
      Additional charge
    • Special diet meals (on request)
    • Breakfast in the room
    • Room service
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Horseback riding
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Canoeing
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      Additional charge
    Outdoor & View
    • River view
    • City view
    • Landmark view
    • Garden view
    • Lake view
    • View
    Building Characteristics
    • Semi-detached
    Transportation
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Car rental
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    Front Desk Services
    • Private check-in/out
    • Concierge
    • Baggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • Currency exchange
    • Express check-in/out
    Cleaning Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Laundry
    Miscellaneous
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safe
    Languages Spoken
    • Arabic
    • English
    • French

    House rules

    Houseboat65 - Historic home on the Nile - Central Cairo takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 2:00 PM to 11:30 PM

    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

    Check-out

    From 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children over 8 are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Houseboat65 - Historic home on the Nile - Central Cairo of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    FAQs about Houseboat65 - Historic home on the Nile - Central Cairo

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Houseboat65 - Historic home on the Nile - Central Cairo on this page.

    • Check-in at Houseboat65 - Historic home on the Nile - Central Cairo is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • Houseboat65 - Historic home on the Nile - Central Cairo is 1 miles from the center of Cairo. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Houseboat65 - Historic home on the Nile - Central Cairo (subject to availability) that can accommodate:

      • 2 guests
      • 4 guests

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Yes, Houseboat65 - Historic home on the Nile - Central Cairo is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Guests staying at Houseboat65 - Historic home on the Nile - Central Cairo can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Vegetarian
      • Vegan
      • Halal

    • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Houseboat65 - Historic home on the Nile - Central Cairo (subject to availability) that have:

      • 1 bedroom
      • 2 bedrooms

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • The prices at Houseboat65 - Historic home on the Nile - Central Cairo may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Houseboat65 - Historic home on the Nile - Central Cairo on this page.

    • Houseboat65 - Historic home on the Nile - Central Cairo offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Canoeing
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Temporary art galleries
      • Horseback riding