This is a low budget downtown hotel so know what you are getting yourself into and be careful making reservations. Shared toilets and creaky beds are part of the deal. Some rooms lack air conditioning so choose wisely and above all remember, these sorts of places are not for everyone! They are, however, my favorite. The location is amazing. If you want to see the Egyptian Cairo, the city that lives and breathes, no hawkers no plastic Pharoah nonsense, this is where it is! There is food and shopping and hustle bustle day and night, but this hotel is tucked away like a calm, dim, timeless oasis. Breakfast is eggs, cheese and rolls, coffee to kick start your morning, and a quiet diningroom. The lift is a little intimidating, but much appreciated when you need to get to the 4th floor, and the staff is so very friendly, helpful, just lovely. Chat with the front desk, ask advice on where to eat, arrange a ride to wherever you like. They are there for you.

Always so happy to stay at Pension Roma. Madame Adele runs the place as she has for decades — as a beautiful traditional hotel where the staff welcome you with warmth and kindness. All have been here for years and the run the hotel beautifully. Izzat and Emad and Madame Adele all know a lot about Cairo and about touring Egypt, and they’re happy to share advice and tips. Highly recommended.

A fantastic place to stay, in the heart of Downtown Cairo, with the air and charm of yesteryear. Homely and comfortable. The staff and owner- an old kindly Madame who exuberates the elegance of Khedivial Egypt- creates the ambience of a real Egyptian home, that not even the nearby Hilton or Kempinski can compete with.

This pension is so calm and had a beautiful, comfortable, wide rooms. just everything is so nice

Value for money. Friendly and helpful staff. Safe for ladies. Clean rooms. Wonderful early 20th century atmosphere.

Wonderful hotel in the very center of the City. In a nice 1900 Italian style building, a soulful "pensione" furnished with taste with vintage furniture and kept with a lot of care by the same owner for 50 years and her staff, always available. Spacious rooms with high ceiling and hardwood floor, each one has its own decoration and spirit, some with balconies with columns. Many different configurations available, just ask: with AC or ceiling fan (we tried both, fan was enough even in summer), with or without shower and toilets in the the room (but the communal bathrooms are also very clean), all with at least a sink, single, double, double + single bed for families, on the street (vibrant city vibe) or on the back lane (very quiet). Very clean, comfortable and functional. Same for the communal spaces, large TV salon and dining room. Possible to order lunch and dinner too. Great vintage atmosphere, a lot of charm, an experience out of time

Very cool place. Feels like stepping back in time. Rooms spotless. Staff friendly and have your back. Highly recommend.

A very good old-style hotel with reasonable price. Good service and nice breakfast.

Great place , friendly staff , clean and the location is perfect in the middle of downtown Cairo. Vintage feeling of the old building. Really nice place.

Clean rooms and bathrooms, reasonable prices, central location in downtown Cairo, lacks telephone sets to call reception or order a service. Quick check in and flexibility in ordering your breakfast to go or eat-in. The Mattresses are a bit hard but comfortable. Spacious rooms but no fine views of the city. Needs shower gel or shampoo but over all good value for money.

Simple, basic, but good value in the heart of Cairo. Rooms are no frills, but adequate and super clean. They also have air con. Staff very friendly and helpful.

Very nice location in the middle of the town. Down town, old town are not far away. Near to the railway station. Clean. Friendly, helpful stuff.

Amazing staff, superb location, very friendly front desk. The hotel front desk was very helpful and give up many local tips. The breakfast is however a bit disappointing and has much room for improvement.

Nice classic choice for accomodation. The staff is friendly and helpful. Unfortunately the elevator is often broken.

Clean and tidy for budget travelers.. very kind and friendly staff

wish the bed was a little bit more comfortable. but overall great little place with excellent breakfast served. Great location in downtown Cairo.

Best affordable hotel in Downtown Cairo. Highly recommended. The only clean local hotel in the capital! Always includes breakfast. English-speaking staff.

Pension Roma in Down Town Cairo is the right place to stay if you seek the glorious classical style of the middle ages, where the architectural elements of the building are unique. The Service of the people is perfect, where their smiles and lovely Morning words gives power to start the day.

Friendly staff, great location and exceptional service. Highly recommended.

Warm, friendly and authentic pension in Downtown Cairo. You can expect spacious but simple rooms, a light breakfast and lovely staff. Ideal place to come to back to after a day in buzzing Cairo! Would definitely recommend to stay here!

A place to feel with calmness and quietness