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Brasserie Ayda features an open-style kitchen to allow guests to feel fully immersed in the dining experience
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Waldorf Astoria Cairo Heliopolis is based at the same complex as Hilton Cairo Heliopolis, a 10-minute drive from the airport. All photos: Waldorf Astoria Cairo Heliopolis
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The hotel features contemporary interiors with an Arabian twist
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Brasserie Ayda is the hotel's all-day dining restaurant that serves Mediterranean dishes
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The Peacock Lounge makes the perfect meeting place
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The Peacock Lounge serves afternoon tea, sandwiches and cakes
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Pinks and yellows dominate the decor of Peacock Lounge
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Bar Raa is a jazz speakeasy bar located within the hotel
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Each room comes equipped with a decadently decorated bathroom with a full bathtub, sink and rain shower
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The room interiors draw inspiration from Cairo's history and culture with ancient Egyptian references
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Each room is decorated in a calming colour palette of rich greens and blues, with warm wood tones and natural materials
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The Waldorf Astoria's famous clock takes centre stage in the hotel lobby
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The Mediterranean-style pool area will transport you to the French Riviera
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Brasserie Ayda features an open-style kitchen to allow guests to feel fully immersed in the dining experience
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Waldorf Astoria Cairo Heliopolis is based at the same complex as Hilton Cairo Heliopolis, a 10-minute drive from the airport. All photos: Waldorf Astoria Cairo Heliopolis
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The hotel features contemporary interiors with an Arabian twist
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Brasserie Ayda is the hotel's all-day dining restaurant that serves Mediterranean dishes
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The Peacock Lounge makes the perfect meeting place
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The Peacock Lounge serves afternoon tea, sandwiches and cakes
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Pinks and yellows dominate the decor of Peacock Lounge
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Bar Raa is a jazz speakeasy bar located within the hotel
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Each room comes equipped with a decadently decorated bathroom with a full bathtub, sink and rain shower
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The room interiors draw inspiration from Cairo's history and culture with ancient Egyptian references
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Each room is decorated in a calming colour palette of rich greens and blues, with warm wood tones and natural materials
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The Waldorf Astoria's famous clock takes centre stage in the hotel lobby
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The Mediterranean-style pool area will transport you to the French Riviera
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Brasserie Ayda features an open-style kitchen to allow guests to feel fully immersed in the dining experience
Waldorf Astoria Cairo Heliopolis adds luxury to Egypt's ancient history – Hotel Insider
First-class service and seasonal dishes are what make this one of the capital's best city escapes
Jessica Morgan
05 April, 2024
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