Vintage High Ceiling Apartment in Cairo's Heart
Stay inside one of Downtown Cairo's oldest and most striking buildings — steps from Tahrir Square, the Egyptian Museum, and the Nile. Two uniquely designed bedrooms, a grand vaulted living room with original century-old architecture, a sculptural stone bathroom, and a balcony with open city views. Perfect for families, couples, or curious travelers ready to experience Cairo from the inside. 🏛️✨
What this place offers
What this place offers
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Neighborhood
🏘️ Bab El Louk — The Heart of Historic Cairo Bab El Louk puts you at the center of everything. A 5-minute walk from Tahrir Square, surrounded by Art Deco facades, street cafes, and the energy of a city that never stops. The Nile is a 10-minute walk, the metro is right there, and Uber runs 24/7. For travelers who want to feel Cairo — not just visit it — there is no better address. 🗺️ Where You'll Be — Steps From Everything 🏺 Egyptian Museum — 7 min walk 🟥 Tahrir Square — 5 min walk 🌊 Nile & Corniche — 10 min walk 🏝️ Zamalek Island — 15 min walk 📖 Talaat Harb St & Historic Downtown — 5 min walk 🚇 Metro Station — 5 min walk 🔺 Pyramids of Giza — 35 min drive 🏛️ Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) — 35 min drive ✈️ Cairo International Airport — 30 min drive
Guest Access
The entire apartment is yours — both bedrooms, living room, kitchen, bathroom, and balcony. Full privacy throughout your stay. The building has an elevator to the 5th floor; the apartment is on the 6th — one short flight of stairs up.
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Welcome to the Artsy Cairo Apartment! 🎨🏙️ Step through a century-old neo-Gothic arched entrance, past a marble staircase with original wrought-iron balustrades, and arrive at a sage-green door with Moorish-etched glass that still turns on its original hinges. Inside, you'll find two completely different bedrooms and a living room that feels like stepping into another era. 🪨 The Stone Room — Bedroom 1 • King bed with a custom arched stone headboard & warm uplighting • Exposed wooden ceiling beams • Live-edge tree stump bedside tables & organic pendant lights • Suspended bamboo clothing rack on black iron chains • Brown velvet sofa/chaise with cozy throw blanket 🪬 The Oriental Room — Bedroom 2 • King bed with a large antique Persian rug hung as a wall tapestry • Queen sofabed that can sleep 2 people • Iron crown chandelier overhead • Rattan-door wardrobe, vintage vanity table & round mirror • Hand-painted Egyptian ceramic pieces • Sofa bed for extra guests · Corner room with two windows 🛋️ The Living Room • Original plaster boiserie wall panelling — fully intact • Terracotta crown moulding + brass candelabra chandelier • Antique Persian rug on herringbone parquet floors • Olive carved credenza with ornate floral medallions • Vintage Arabic books, Corinthian column lamp & gold wall sconces • Smart TV · Sofa that converts to an additional bed 🍳 The Kitchen • Deep mahogany cabinetry, granite countertops, brass hardware • 6-burner stainless steel range + extractor hood • Full-size fridge · Drip coffee maker & electric kettle • Fully stocked: cookware, utensils, crockery, hand & dish soap • Opens to the living room via breakfast bar 🚿 The Bathroom • Floor-to-ceiling raw stone walls • Green marble vanity · Rattan cabinetry • Bathtub with shower screen • LG washing machine • Original green-framed windows 🌅 The Balcony • Open views over Downtown Cairo rooftops • Catch both sunrise and sunset from the same chair • Classic wrought-iron railing · Vintage Cairo wooden chairs 🏠 Amenities • AC in all rooms · High-speed WiFi · Smart TV • Washing machine · Coffee maker & electric kettle • Fresh linens & towels provided • Self check-in via smart lock • Elevator to 5th floor (apartment on 6th — one short flight up)
Other Details to Note
❓ Frequently Asked Questions 1. What are check-in and check-out times? Check-in after 3:00 PM · Check-out before 11:00 AM. Self check-in instructions sent before arrival. 2. Can I check in early or check out late? May be available depending on schedule — message us in advance. 3. Is this good for families or groups? Yes — sleeps up to 6 across 2 king bedrooms + sofa bed. Ideal for families, two couples, or small groups. 4. How does the elevator work? The elevator goes to the 5th floor. The apartment is on the 6th — one short flight of stairs up. 5. How do I get around? Uber and Careem are cheap and widely available. The metro is a 5-minute walk for longer trips across the city. 6. Is the neighborhood safe? Bab El Louk is a central, well-populated neighborhood in the heart of Downtown Cairo. The building has been standing for over a century and has a ground-floor entrance. 7. Is smoking allowed? Smoking is not allowed inside the apartment and only allowed in the balcony. Otherwise, there is a fine for smoking 8. Is photography allowed? It depends on the case. You must let us know before booking.
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