Mena House : Hôtel légendaire avec vue sur les pyramides
Le Mena House, situé à Kafr Nassar dans le quartier d’Al Haram au Caire, a été ouvert en 1869. Fondé par des bâtisseurs et restauré par Marriott, cet hôtel emblématique offre une expérience unique aux voyageurs depuis plus d’un siècle. Son histoire riche en événements et ses personnalités célèbres en font une adresse incontournable pour découvrir l’Égypte authentique.
L’établissement se distingue par ses spécialités, notamment ses restaurants proposant une cuisine locale et orientale, ainsi que ses bars offrant une ambiance conviviale. La vue spectaculaire sur les pyramides de Gizeh constitue le point fort du Mena House, qui propose également des chambres avec vue, notamment la catégorie « Premium Pyramid Room ». L’hôtel dispose également d’un golf de 18 trous, parfait pour une pause détente après une visite des pyramides ou une journée de découverte.
L’ambiance du Mena House mêle luxe et authenticité, avec un décor qui évoque le charme de l’Égypte ancienne. Son architecture historique, ses jardins luxuriants et ses balcons offrant une vue panoramique sur les monuments emblématiques créent une atmosphère paisible et raffinée. Un lieu où passé et présent se rencontrent pour une expérience inoubliable.
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"There's no competing with Mena House's location at the foot of the Giza pyramids—we're talking once-in-a-lifetime views guaranteed from many corners of the property. Set the scene for us. Just about everyone here is living out an item on their bucket list. Not just seeing the pyramids, but sleeping at this hotel specifically. You'll see honeymooners holding hands over dinner; families speaking dozens of languages and cooing over the view as they shuffle kids from one building to the next; and, naturally, a sprinkling of influencers in colorful dresses chasing the likes and comments guaranteed by this setting (best to just avoid the small bridge by the restaurant, unless you're also trying to shoot some Reel content). I was struck by how truly international the crowd felt—at breakfast, tucking into Turkish coffee and fresh yogurt, I heard Japanese, French, Arabic, and English. Talk about the backstory. The reason this hotel has such a primo location? It's been here since the 1800s. It was once a hunting lodge for Egyptian royalty, but a family named Locke eventually bought it from the government and opened it as a hotel in 1890. It was home to the first swimming pool on the continent of Africa, built in 1905 (it's now the pond between the restaurant and the pyramids), and it has since been the site of countless historic moments. The South Korean Liberation festival took place here; Mena House functioned as a hospital for Australians in World War II; the Cairo Conference, at which world leaders including Winston Churchill and Franklin D. Roosevelt discussed post-WWII plans, happened on these grounds. Take time to admire the black-and-white photos throughout the lobby areas, and you'll see proof that everyone from Frank Sinatra to the entire British Royal Family has checked in. Ask for a tour, or just linger long enough around these relics, and a staffer will likely share legendary stories of these halls. The property is once again owned by the Egyptian government, who contracts out its operation—Marriott is the most recent and current manager of Mena House, as of 2015, after taking over from Oberoi. What are the rooms like? As tends to happen with hotels that have an incomparable selling point (see: pyramid-side location), the rooms in the main building are just fine. You can take your pick of mini suites, garden views, partial pyramid views, and executive rooms—but if you can pull yourself away from the window, you'll notice the interiors are a bit dated. Don't get me wrong: They're tidy, everything works as it should, and the style is right for the destination—with bright white walls, dark wood, and sepia photographs on the walls. But if luxury is the only game you play, keep an eye on the palace rooms, which are currently being renovated and have always been a cut above. The most recently shared opening date for the refreshed palace rooms was 2024, but on an August 2023 visit the team was hesitant to commit to that timeline. Keep your ears open: Every room in the palace has a guaranteed pyramid view, and a separate entrance means privacy is guaranteed. (Plus, all those big names you hear were past guests? Chances are they stayed in the palace.) How are the food and drink offerings? The Moghul Room, which serves Indian food, is a longtime classic at the hotel. There are oil portraits on the walls, dim lighting, and huge portions of everything from shrimp masala to pistachio ice cream. Clearly, people plan ahead to nab the seats outdoors around the fire pits, with show-stopping views, but don't write off the interior either. My favorite dining experience was the buffet breakfast at the main, though, because I was able to sample a ton of different Egyptian dishes and accoutrements. I didn't bother going to Alfredo the Italian restaurant because… well, I eat plenty of pizza and pasta in New York (though I got the impression it's very popular). Is there a spa? There is a small spa with treatment rooms that seemed like a welcome respite from the August sun outside. Book ahead though—I wasn't able to get in when I asked about an appointment on arrival (and that was during the low season). If you need convincing to use the gym, heads up that the treadmill and ellipticals on the far left have the pyramid views. Is the neighborhood worth a visit? Unlike at the hotels in Cairo proper—where markets, mosques, street food, and rooftops will keep you busy for days—staying at Mena House means removing yourself from the mix. Giza is about 30 minutes by taxi from Cairo's city center (traffic depending). The upside: You wake up at the pyramids. For anyone jetting in and out of the city with that express purpose, you can't do much better than sleeping in Giza, waking up at the base of the sights, beating the crowds to see them up close, then retiring to Mena House where pyramid views will grace you as you take a leisurely lunch. If you came to see Cairo for Cairo though (which you should—it's a delightfully chaotic tangle of Egyptian life), then I'd suggest spending a couple nights in the thick of Cairo, likely on the Nile, and wrapping your trip with a stay at Mena House. Is the service worth writing home about? The service here is fantastic, and accommodating for anyone who is a first-time visitor to Egypt. When I wanted to leave the property to meet a friend for dinner in New Giza, the concierge and security kindly facilitated an Uber—and helped me cross-reference my driver's license plate (in Arabic, which I do not read) with the info on the app. I would have been lost without them over my three days here. I also had a great time chatting with waiters at the restaurants, who were eager to tell me about Egyptian culture. What will a stay for families be like? Your biggest challenge will be getting kids out of the massive pool and onto the side of the hotel with pyramid views—not a bad problem to have. After a couple nights, I'm convinced Egypt is one of the great family trips, and making life easy by staying in the shadow of the pyramids is an epic way to do it. How are the hotel's attempts at eco-friendliness or sustainability? Not great—I plowed through plastic water bottles here as there wasn't much of an alternative. Tell us about accessibility at the property. In addition to elevators and ramps, the staff have gold carts they use to cover greater distances on the property. If you need a ride to get from one place to the next, let them know. Anything left to mention? A points-and-miles whiz I met on a Nile sailing told me that this hotel is the ultimate way to cash in your Marriott rewards. Maybe I should start building mine up so I can return."
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"Hôtel vue pyramides avec accès direct "
@johan.kgr
"Entrée privée pour les pyramides "
@sandoreye2
"Pour un palace y’a pas de service digne de ce nom, mais le prix face à la vue vaut largement le coup"
@solentjie
"Great historic 5-star hotel, top hospitality, nice rooms, fantastic view of the pyramids of Giza. "
@ced_martin
"prix parisiens mais vue +++"
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"Conseillé par Lourdes. Vu sur les pyramides"
@nopublicitat21
"Restaurant pti dej buffet ou restaurant Vue pyramide magnifique "
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"Bel hôtel. Vrai plus value grâce à la vue sur la grande pyramide. Sinon chambre plutôt dans un style américain "
@marin.charlotte
"While so many travellers make a day trip to the pyramids – having a quick meal at one of the vendors in the area and hightailing it out of Giza Governorate – the city is a destination in itself if you know where to eat and stay. Any overnight in Giza should be spent sleeping beneath the pyramids, which is possible at the historic Mena House Hotel, a legendary stay that dates back to the 1860s and is now a freshly restored Marriott. The gold-gilded lobby and spectacular balconies overlooking the pyramids are just a stone’s throw away from the Necropolis, where you’ll easily pass a half or whole day. The adjacent Sheikh Zayed City is a modern hub with lots of green spaces, dining, and activities to enjoy."
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"vue magnifique sur les pyramides ."
@anneso.fi
"Superbe vue sur les pyramides "
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"Tres bon restaurant avec notamment des plats égyptiens, vue magnifique sur les pyramides "
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"Dans l’ombre des pyramides de Gizeh, l’hôtel compte parmi les adresses légendaires d’Égypte. Ancien lodge royal du Khedive Ismail, le bâtiment est transformé en hôtel en 1887 avec un restaurant à la mode, une bibliothèque, un studio d’artistes et même une chambre noire pour photographes ! Quatre ans plus tard, l’hôtel inaugure la première piscine d’Égypte – une révolution alors. Les années passent et la Mena House accueille le gratin du bottin : Charlie Chaplin, Frank Sinatra, John Travolta, le futur roi Charles III, Ronaldinho… Agrandi plusieurs fois, elle abrite aujourd’hui 331 chambres et suites et quatre restaurants et lounge dans une oasis de verdure et de calme. Le temps n’a pas de prise face au site de la Septième Merveille du Monde. Excursion à pied, à cheval ou à dos de chameau, au milieu des pyramides et visite du Grand Musée Égyptien non loin de là. La chambre à réserver : une catégorie « Premium Pyramid Room » pour la vue spectaculaire sur les pyramides. Le prix : à partir de 387 € la chambre double. Le plus : La vue sur l’éternité !"
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"Pour passer une nuit insolite à gizeh. Ancien pavillon de chasse. Décor de rêve. Vue sur les pyramides depuis les chambres."
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"Hôtel historique du Caire - plus ancien 5 étoiles encore en activité - vue spectaculaire sur les pyramides - plus ancienne piscine du pays - Marriott"
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"1956 movie Valley of the Kings. "
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"Brunch en buffet excellent (nourriture locale et orientale), dans un lieu superbe avec une véritable vue sur les pyramides. à refaire pr 25e"
@algamau
"Super sympa pour un verre ou un déjeuner avec vue sur pyramides, au calme avec un service au top "
@emilie.dangibeaud
"Dîner du 27/05/22 : dîner buffet aux 139 Pavilion face aux Pyramides. Endroit joli avec magnifique vue, buffet pas terrible."
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"jolie spot près des pyramides"
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"vue incroyable sur les pyramides depuis le resto"
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"Restaurante con vistas a las pirámides"
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@alexis_rbr
"Golf de 18 trous sur 9 faiways, par 68. Site absolument grandiose et historique : sous les pyramides de Guiza ! Le plus romantique des golfs d'Egypte. L'hôtel de luxe, branche de la chaîne Marriott, bénéficie en plus du golf d'une belle piscine, au bord de laquelle pour pourrez chiller, en sortant d'une visite aux pyramides. Mieux vaut se reposer avant de reprendre la route et se noyer dans la vague des embouteillages. Au bord de la piscine, face aux désormais lointaines pyramides, votre imagination remontera le temps, pour revivre un des âges d'or de l'Égypte !"
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"vue de ouf pyramides brunch miam "
@aliettedegourcuff
"incredible view - calm place - lovely design - the outside is very beautiful and very pleasant at sunset"
@nelparis
"Superbe terrasse avec vue sur Kéops "
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"Brunch à 30€ délicieux Face à 2 pyramides Cocktails (lemon) et chicha au top"
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"Hôtel Marriott (ancien Oberoi) avec jardin donnant vu sur les pyramides! Super spot!"
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"La storia della hotelerie mondiale"
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"Restaurant de l'hôtel, splendide"
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"Vu sur Instagram ! Ca a l'air beau ! "
@emotte16