• Apartments
  • Kitchen
  • City view
  • Garden
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Bath
  • Air conditioning

Situated 1.1 km from Cairo Tower, Houseboat65 - Historic home on the Nile - Central Cairo offers a garden, and air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi. This recently renovated apartment is located 2.3 km from The Egyptian Museum and 2 km from Tahrir Square. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. 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 is available for breakfast, and breakfast in the room is also available. There is a coffee shop on-site. Sightseeing tours are available in the surrounding area. A car rental service is available at the apartment. Al-Azhar Mosque is 4.9 km from Houseboat65 - Historic home on the Nile - Central Cairo, while Mosque of Ibn Tulun is 5.2 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cairo International, 19 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly 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 (9.4)

Breakfast info

Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal

Reliable info
Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
1 large double bed
1 double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they 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
9.2
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
9.1
High score for Cairo
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  • Stefan
    Romania Romania
    Amazing boat apartament in a very nice neighbourhood in Cairo. The design and attention to details really make a difference in this apartment and make it a great relaxation place after visiting the busy streets of Cairo. Besides the apartment...
  • Sara
    Australia Australia
    Breakfast was excellent, the apartment was clean and amazingly furnished. It felt very peaceful
  • Simone
    Netherlands Netherlands
    The Houseboat is a fantastic place to explore Zamalek from. Right on the Nile, we got a glimpse of life on the river from our sunny balcony. The owners are extremely helpful and make it very accessible to ask anything. From the thoughtfully...
Quality rating
This property is rated 4 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Hosted by Jerome

9.7
9.7
Host review score
Host review score

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

Property surroundings

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

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • Laundry
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast
Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs US$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
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bath or shower
    • Slippers
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Bathrobe
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Seating 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 terrace
    • Patio
    • Balcony
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Food & Drink
    • Coffee house on site
    • Fruits
    • Grocery deliveries
      Additional charge
    • Special diet menus (on request)
    • Breakfast in the room
    • Room service
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Horse riding
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Canoeing
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
      Additional charge
    Outdoor & View
    • River view
    • City view
    • Landmark view
    • Garden view
    • Lake view
    • View
    Building characteristics
    • Semi-detached
    Transport
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Car hire
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    Reception services
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Concierge service
    • Luggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • Currency exchange
    • Express check-in/check-out
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Laundry
    Miscellaneous
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • 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
    • Safety deposit box
    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 14:00 to 23:30

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

    Check-out

    From 06:00 to 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

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

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children older than 8 years are welcome.

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

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, 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
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

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

    • The prices at Houseboat65 - Historic home on the Nile - Central Cairo may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

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

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

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

      • 2 guests
      • 4 guests

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

    • 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

    • 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.

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

      • 1 bedroom
      • 2 bedrooms

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

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

      • Canoeing
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Temporary art galleries
      • Horse riding

    • Check-in at Houseboat65 - Historic home on the Nile - Central Cairo is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • 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.