Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at The First Residence
Hotel Overview
Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at The First Residence
is a gracious sanctuary of Four Seasons hospitality
and service, with impressive views of the Great Pyramids over the
old-growth canopy of Cairo’s ancient Zoological and Botanical Gardens.
The Hotel is at the center of the First Residence apartments
and shops on the west bank of the Nile.
Location
Four Seasons Hotel Cairo is a sanctuary on
the west bank of the Nile, at the centre of the prestigious new First
Residence shopping and residential complex.
Boasting an excellent location, the hotel forms a great base
from which one can explore the magnificent city of Cairo.
Rooms
The Hotel's 269 guest rooms and suites,
the largest in the city, take full advantage of the diverse setting
with dramatic views.
In-room Amenities
- All news cable network
- CD player
- Complimentary newspaper with breakfast
- Down pillows
- Fax machine on request
- Hair dryer
- Hypo-allergenic pillows on request
- In-room safe
- Iron and ironing board on request
- Multi-line telephone(s) with voicemail
- Refrigerated private bar
- Satellite television
- Tea/coffee maker
- Thick terry bathrobes
- Twice-daily housekeeping service
- Wired or wireless Internet access
Four Seasons Executive Suite
3 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children
Four Seasons Executive Suites feature spacious king bedrooms
with a separate dressing area, secluded from the comfortable living
room by French doors.
- The suites feature an in-room safe, a queen sofabed, and an
armoire with a television, VCR, DVD player and sound system. They also
include a desk, two-line telephones, a fax machine, fax/modem line and
high-speed Internet access.
- The full marble bathroom includes a deep soaking tub,
separate glass-enclosed shower, WC, bidet and telephone in a separate
room.
Premier Room
3 adults, or 2 adults and 1 child
Premier Rooms are exceptionally spacious, and offer
spectacular views of the Nile, the pyramids or the botanical gardens.
- Premier Rooms feature an armoire with a television and DVD
player, and are equipped with a desk, two-line telephones, a fax/modem
line and high-speed Internet access.
- The full marble bathroom includes a deep soaking tub,
separate glass-enclosed shower, large granite-topped vanity and a WC
with a bidet and telephone in a separate room.
Deluxe Room
3 adults, or 2 adults and 1 child
Deluxe Rooms are richly appointed, decorated in soft tones and
offer superior views of the Nile, the pyramids or the botanical gardens.
- Deluxe Rooms feature an armoire with a television and DVD
player, an in-room safe, a refrigerator and a private bar, and are
equipped with a desk, two-line telephones, a fax/modem line and
high-speed Internet access.
- The full marble bathroom includes a deep soaking tub,
separate glass-enclosed shower, large granite-topped vanity and a WC
with a bidet and telephone in a separate room.
Superior Room
3 adults, or 2 adults and 1 child
Comfortable and spacious Superior Rooms offer views of the
Nile, pyramids or botanical gardens.
- Superior Rooms include an in-room safe, refrigerated
private bar and an armoire with a television.
- They are equipped with a desk, two-line telephones, a
fax/modem line and high-speed Internet access.
- The full marble bathroom includes a deep soaking tub,
separate glass-enclosed shower, large granite-topped vanity and a WC
with a bidet and telephone in a separate room.
Standard Room
3 adults, or 2 adults and 1 child
Remarkably spacious Standard Rooms offer views of the Nile,
pyramids or botanical gardens.
- Standard Rooms include an in-room safe, refrigerated
private bar and an armoire with a television.
- They are equipped with a desk, two-line telephones,
fax/modem line and high-speed Internet access.
- The full marble bathroom includes a deep soaking tub,
separate glass-enclosed shower, large granite-topped vanity and a WC
with a bidet and telephone in a separate room.
- Select Standard Rooms are equipped for wheelchair use.
Royal Suite
9 adults, or 3 adults and 6 children
Located on the Hotel's 19th and 20th floors, three-bedroom
Royal Suites offer breathtaking views of Cairo and its unique
surroundings.
- Royal Suites feature a king-bedded master bedroom with
walk-in closet; the second king bedroom can be connected to a third
twin bedroom.
- The spacious living area includes an executive study, a
dining room with pantry, a private bar, a 100-centimetre (40-inch)
plasma screen television, a DVD player and a sound system. It also
includes a desk, two-line telephones, a fax machine, fax/modem line and
high-speed Internet access.
- Three full marble bathrooms include a deep soaking tub,
separate glass-enclosed shower, large granite-topped vanity and a WC
with a bidet and telephone in a separate room. There is a guest powder
room conveniently located off the living area.
Presidential Suite
9 adults, or 3 adults and 6 children
Truly spacious and luxuriously appointed, the three-bedroom,
three-bathroom Presidential Suites offer spectacular views of Cairo
from the Hotel's 15th to 18th floors.
- Presidential Suites feature a king-bedded master bedroom
with walk-in closet; the second king bedroom can be connected to a
third twin bedroom.
- The spacious living area includes an executive study,
dining room with pantry, private bar, 100-centimetre (40-inch) plasma
screen television, VCR, DVD player and sound system. It also includes a
desk, two-line telephones, fax machine, fax/modem line and high-speed
Internet access.
- Three full marble bathrooms include a deep soaking tub,
separate glass-enclosed shower, large granite-topped vanity and a WC
with a bidet and telephone in a separate room. There is a guest powder
room conveniently located off the living area.
Nile Suite
9 adults, or 3 adults and 6 children
Truly spacious and luxuriously appointed, the three-bedroom,
three-bathroom Nile Suites offer spectacular views of Cairo from the
Hotel's 12th and 14th floors.
- These suites feature an executive study, a dining area with
pantry, a private bar, a 100-centimetre (40-inch) plasma screen
television, a VCR, a DVD player and a sound system. They also include a
desk, two-line telephones, a fax/modem line and high-speed Internet
access.
- The king-bedded master bedroom features a walk-in closet.
- Three full marble bathrooms include a deep soaking tub,
separate glass-enclosed shower, large granite-topped vanity and a WC
with a bidet and telephone in a separate room. There is a guest powder
room conveniently located off the living area.
One-Bedroom Suite
4 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children
Luxurious One-Bedroom Suites feature a king bedroom separated
from a large living area. A dining area, which accesses a balcony,
seats four.
The living area features a queen sofabed, an in-room safe, and
an armoire with television, VCR, DVD player and sound system.
- Additional amenities include a desk, three two-line
telephones, a fax machine and high-speed Internet access.
- A dining area seats four.
- The spacious bedroom features a large walk-in closet.
- The full marble bathroom includes a deep soaking tub,
separate glass-enclosed shower, WC, bidet and telephone in a separate
room. There is a guest powder room located off the living area.
- This spacious one-bedroom suite can be configured as a
two-bedroom suite with the addition of a connecting room.
Services
At the hotel
- 24-hour In-Room Dining
- 24-hour laundry/dry-cleaning/pressing
- 24-hour multilingual Concierge
- Airport transfers
- Complimentary overnight shoeshine
- Gift shop
- Non-smoking rooms
- One-hour pressing
- Restaurant(s) and lounge(s)
- Salon services
- Self-parking
- Services and amenities for younger guests
- Umbrellas
- Valet parking
Services and activities
Fitness facilities
With views overlooking the Nile, the state-of-the-art Wellness Centre
offers cardiovascular equipment furnished with individual audiovisual
monitors and personal headsets, as well as an extensive range of
weight-training machines and free weights. The services of personal
trainers are available. A combined men and ladies fitness room is
available, as well as a private ladies fitness room, both offering the
latest fitness equipment.
Main Pool
Located on the fourth floor, this open-air pool sits on top of the
podium that links the hotel and residential towers. The podium also
houses the shopping mall.
Other recreation
Within easy reach of your Four Seasons guest room or suite are other
options for sports or active enjoyment. For further ideas or details, a
Concierge is always pleased to advise and assist you.
Golf
Katameya Heights Golf and County Club
Located 20 minutes from the airport, this deluxe course offers 18 holes
of championship golf, set in endless hills of golfing greens.
Dreamland Golf Course
Designed by Karl Litten, this course has a world-class layout and is
conveniently located minutes from the great pyramids of Giza.
Tennis
Gezireh Sporting Club
The Gezireh Sporting Club is a ten-minute drive from the Hotel. The
largest multi-purpose sporting club in Egypt, it offers 20 clay courts
that are lit for night play.
Land sports
Horseback riding
Horseback riding in the desert is an exciting and unique experience.
Various stables near the Pyramids offer horseback riding and lessons.
Although horses are usually rented by the hour, group tours are also
available.
Water sports
Sailing on the Nile
Memorable Nile cruises are offered on watercrafts designed in the style
of ancient Pharaonic papyrus boats. Three different cruises are offered
daily, including a dinner cruise featuring a band, folkloric shows and
belly dancing.
For younger guests
Whether yours is just beginning, all grown-up or at any stage
in-between, Four Seasons Hotel Cairo is a wonderful base for your
family. A resourceful Concierge is always close at hand – to make
reservations for a family dinner, offer suggestions for tomorrow's
outing or help arrange a babysitter.
Children under 18 can share their parents' room at no extra
charge.
Children's amenities
Before your stay, simply provide the hotel staff with the names and
ages of the children in your party so that they can be prepared with:
- A welcome amenity for the youngest guests
- Child-size bathrobes
- Complimentary baby and children's toiletries
- Children's menus in the restaurants
Upon request, and subject to availability:
- Items to childproof guest rooms
- Cribs and/or rollaway bed(s), at no extra charge and
subject to maximum occupancy
- Complimentary use of movies, colouring books, video game
units and games
- Complimentary use of baby bathtubs, blankets, bottles and
bottle warmers
- For added convenience, the Hotel can assist with the
pre-purchase of special items
Babysitting services
With three hours notice, the hotel can arrange reliable babysitting
services for your little ones.
Family-oriented activities
The Concierge would be pleased to suggest and help you arrange suitable
activities for your family's ages and interests.
Complimentary on-site activities
- Swimming in the Children's Pool
Other activities
Reservations and applicable fees may apply
- Funfairs
- Golf
- Horseback riding
- Rowing
- Tennis
Food & Beverages
... dining ...
Seasons
Seasons is an elegant, serene restaurant overlooking Cairo and the Nile
River. Featuring a dynamic open kitchen and seating 75, the restaurant
serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
The space is highlighted by stained glass, wall murals,
contemporary artwork and a magnificent Murano glass chandelier from
Venice. Sophisticated lighting creates a romantic mood.
Specialties
Try the Chef’s special menu, boasting authentic Italian dishes prepared
with passion. The restaurant also provides an inspired selection of
nutritionally balanced, healthier fare. A children's menu is available.
On Fridays gather with family and friends for brunch.
In addition to the spectacular menu items, there is face
painting and live entertainment available. On Wednesdays savour a
seafood and sushi buffet.
Lai Thai
Lai Thai provides an exquisite experience in an inviting atmosphere,
complemented by authentic cuisine. An arched entrance welcomes guests
into a room highlighted by Thai artefacts, silk wall hangings and
ceilings decorated with gold leaf, against a backdrop of panoramic
views of the Nile River.
Lai Thai is located to the right of Seasons. It is open for
lunch and dinner and seats 54.
Specialties
Dishes featuring the unique Thai marriage of the delicate and cool with
the spicy and fiery are prepared by Thai chefs. Signature dishes are
satay ruam (grilled chicken and beef satays with curried peanut sauce
and cucumber relish), som tam malakaw (green papaya salad with toasted
peanuts and dry shrimps) and kaeng khiew wan neua (green curry with
beef and eggplant).
Vegetarians will find much to choose from, and guests may also
select the level of fieriness of their dishes.
Aura
Located on the fourth floor by the swimming pool, Aura offers modern
Lebanese flavours amid an engaging and sophisticated ambience. Relaxing
Nile River views enhance to the tranquil setting. Glass arches, warmly
decorated interiors and nature’s greatest canopy, the night sky, set
the stage for your dining experience at Aura.
With seating for 52, the restaurant serves authentic Lebanese
specialties for both lunch and dinner in indoor and outdoor dining
areas.
Specialties
The menu offers an assortment of traditional hot and cold mezzas,
oriental grills and seafood delicacies. Aura also provides a delightful
selection of imported wines from the Bekaa Valley in Lebanon. You can
sample an array of shisha flavours in the smoking section.
In-Room Dining
Four Seasons In-Room Dining is a fine dining experience within the
comfort and convenience of your guest room or suite. Choose from an
extensive menu — day or night — that is ideal for time-zone-hopping
travellers, impromptu meetings or for quiet, private dining.
... lounges ...
Tea Lounge
Located off the Hotel lobby, the 220-square-metre (2,370-square-foot)
Tea Lounge seats 50 guests and serves a full complement of alcoholic
and non-alcoholic beverages, including cocktails and fresh juices.
Turkish and Arabic sweets, light snacks, sandwiches and pastas are also
available.
The Tea Lounge is an ideal meeting place for business or
social occasions.
Library Bar
With its warm club atmosphere and cigar bar, the Library Bar is an
intimate and informal meeting place, highlighted by a spectacular view
overlooking the Nile. The bar features premium brands with a full
selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails. The bar's cigar
humidor offers excellent Cuban and Dominican cigars, complemented by
the cognac and whisky list.
A limited food menu, which includes sushi, is available. The
Library Bar seats 36 guests.