Cairo and the Pyramids of Giza , Egypt
Mena House
Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, Marriott Mena House is a peaceful haven set under the gaze of the magnificent pyramids of Giza.
Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, Marriott Mena House is a peaceful haven set under the gaze of the magnificent pyramids of Giza.
Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, Marriott Mena House is a peaceful haven set under the gaze of the magnificent pyramids of Giza.
Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, Marriott Mena House is a peaceful haven set under the gaze of the magnificent pyramids of Giza.
Location
You’ll be so close to the pyramids it feels as though you could reach out and touch their stone walls. It’s hard to imagine a better spot for an Egypt enthusiast.
The pyramids are within walking distance and you’ll be just a short drive from the Sphinx, the Egyptian museum and the ornate mosques, churches and mansions of Old Cairo.
The pyramids are within walking distance and you’ll be just a short drive from the Sphinx, the Egyptian museum and the ornate mosques, churches and mansions of Old Cairo.
Accommodation
Each of the 331 rooms and suites here are sleek and sophisticated with crisp white linens and marble bathrooms. At sunset, retreat to your balcony and while away the evening, glass of wine in hand.
Marriott Mena House was originally a hunting lodge, built by the then ruler, Khedive Ismail, back in 1869 to host royalty at the opening of the Suez canal.
Marriott Mena House was originally a hunting lodge, built by the then ruler, Khedive Ismail, back in 1869 to host royalty at the opening of the Suez canal.
Since then it has seen many renovations and expansions, yet still retains its original luxurious feel.
Outside, expansive, lush gardens surround you, whilst indoors, the lobby and restaurants are modern and grand with towering high ceilings.
When you’re not exploring Giza’s ancient history, take a dip in the outdoor pool, unwind in the spa or treat yourself to a delicious dinner in one of the hotel’s restaurants.
Outside, expansive, lush gardens surround you, whilst indoors, the lobby and restaurants are modern and grand with towering high ceilings.
When you’re not exploring Giza’s ancient history, take a dip in the outdoor pool, unwind in the spa or treat yourself to a delicious dinner in one of the hotel’s restaurants.
Experiences
- Take a tour of the famous pyramids with your private guide who knows exactly when to take you to avoid the crowds of tourists, and will share their wealth of knowledge with you.
- Visit Old Cairo and explore mosques, churches, palaces and mediaeval mansions featuring some of the most beautifully intricate architecture.
- Spend a morning bringing ancient Egypt to life in the Egyptian Museum, home to the the most extensive collection of ancient Egyptian artefacts in the world.
- Step back in time under a starry sky and enjoy a Pyramids Sound and Light Show.
Positive Impact
We prioritise working with properties that collaborate with local communities and address location-specific needs from education to anti-poaching. We assess our partners to ensure the people we work with share our values of ensuring our trips continue to act as a force for good. Here we share some of the positive impacts your stay here contributes to.We prioritise working with properties that collaborate with local communities and address location-specific needs from education to anti-poaching. We assess our partners to ensure the people we work with share our values of ensuring our trips continue to act as a force for good. Here we share some of the positive impacts your stay here contributes to.
Community
Mena House’s parent company; Marriott aims to create positive and sustainable impacts wherever they work. One of their many accomplishments was the raising of US$7 million for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and UNICEF in 2019.
Environment
Marriott employs innovative technologies to implement and track how they operate responsibly. Amongst other accomplishments, their efforts have seen a reduction in their environmental footprint and carbon emissions.
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