Mena House Oberoi lies in the shadow of one of the wonders of the
world, the Great Pyramids at Giza. Surrounded by 40 acres of scented
gardens, this historic palace hotel is only 700 meters from the towering Pyramid
of Cheops. The hotel was built in 1869 and since that time has been
welcoming visitors to Cairo, drawn here by the rich heritage of mosques,
churches and temples. Modern Cairo is an exciting and vibrant place, bustling
alongside its priceless heritage of art and architecture.
The old Palace of Mena House has exquisitely crafted interiors in
traditional style with filigree fretwork and intricately carved paneling, fine
murals, gilding, inlaid mother-of-pearl and handcrafted mosaic tiles. Furnished
with original works of art and antiques, the interior is that of a royal
residence not a hotel.
Outside, the palace blends into its historical setting with its towers,
domes, minarets and colonnades set among palms, bougainvillea and jasmine - an
oasis of luxury in the desert landscape.