Hotel recommendations for Egypt:
Budget ($38-47/night):
Budget hotels on the side streets. Look for places with walking distance to the action.
Mid-Range ($64-104/night):
International chains like Ibis or Holiday Inn. These usually have good security and privacy.
Premium ($148+/night):
Luxury apartments via Airbnb.
Guest-Friendly Policy:
Avoid local-owned budget places — they may refuse visitors.
Location tip: Stay near the tourist area.
Egypt accommodation guide
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This matches my experience. Egypt is great value for money.
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Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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This matches my experience. Egypt is underrated.
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Can confirm. Was there recently and everything checks out.
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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This matches my experience. Egypt is underrated.
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Different experience for me. Prices were lower when I went.
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First time was a learning experience. Second time was so much more efficient. Experience makes all the difference.
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This matches my experience. Egypt is worth the trip.
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Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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Quick question — how was the ATM situation?
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Can confirm. Was there recently and everything checks out.
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Also recommend downloading Grab before you go. Essential.
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Quick question — how was the hotel security?
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Adding my experience: scene has bounced back since pre-COVID. Biggest change: some old spots closed.
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Also recommend downloading Maps.me before you go. Essential.
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Can confirm. Was there recently and everything checks out.
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