Cairo
* Cairo, the capital, has approximately **96 permanent hotels**, according to Cairo Governorate statistics.
* These hotels are distributed across various categories:
* **5-star hotels**: They represent approximately 22%, located on the Nile Corniche, Heliopolis, and downtown.
* **4- and 3-star hotels**: A significant percentage (approximately 30%), targeting mid-range tourists.
* **Economy hotels (one and two-star)**: They represent approximately 40%, located in downtown Cairo and commercial areas.
* Cairo hotels are distinguished by their proximity to **museums (the Egyptian Museum, the Civilization Museum), markets (Khan El-Khalili), business centers,** and Nile views.
Giza
* There are more than **270 hotels** in Giza, ranging from large hotels to smaller accommodations.
* One of the most important features of Giza hotels is their proximity to the **Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx**. Some of the most famous hotels, such as the *Mena House*, are located directly in front of the pyramids.
* Giza boasts luxurious 5-star hotels offering high-quality tourist services, along with 3- and 4-star hotels and small hotels serving budget-conscious visitors.
* These hotels constitute a major gateway to cultural and archaeological tourism in Egypt.
General Features
* Diverse hotel categories, including luxury, mid-range, and economy, to suit various tourist segments.
* Proximity to major archaeological and tourist sites.
* New investments in the hotel sector are being made to increase capacity, especially with major tourism projects such as the Grand Egyptian Museum.