On the Nile about 1km from the centre, this remains our top-pick hotel although that is mostly because of the lack of competition. Staff are friendly and views of the Nile are good, but cleanliness and food standards have dropped since our last visit. The large riverside swimming pool and the playground make it popular with kids.
The popular riverside terrace serves cold beers, fresh juices and shisha; the restaurant serves a dire breakfast but some standard Egyptian as well as Italian dishes in the evening.