The sun setting between the pyramids of Giza, seen from the guest house rooftop

9.5Exceptional on Booking.com · 104 reviews

Family guest house in Nazlet El-Semman, Giza

Sunset betweenthe pyramids

A rooftop facing the pyramids of Giza, rooms named after them, and a family that takes care of everything, from the airport to the plateau.

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A family home a few streets from the Sphinx, with a rooftop that faces Khufu and Khafre. Our rooms carry the names of the pyramids; the view is of the real ones.

Rami and his family pick you up at the airport, cook for you and arrange your guides and tours, so your days at the pyramids are easy.

Tours with Rami's Insight Tours

The pyramids at sunset, framed by a guest room window — Sunset from one of our rooms

9.5on Booking.com, from 104 reviews
4.9on Google, from 138 reviews
9.9for the staff, guests' top score
24hfront desk, with airport pickup on request

Choose your room

Every room has a private bathroom, air conditioning, a balcony and free Wi-Fi. Breakfast is served on the rooftop every morning.

Double room with a large bed, blue linen and a patterned curtain

For two

Double rooms

A large double bed and a balcony, in a quiet, bright room. King and queen rooms, both 16 m².

1 large double bed
Balcony
Air conditioning

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Family room with three beds and blue linen

Families and friends

Triple and family rooms

Space for three or four, from 20 m² triples to a 36 m² room with four single beds and a spa bath.

20 to 36 m²
Up to 4 beds
Private bathroom

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All room types

1King Room with Balcony
1 large double bed16 m²
Queen Room
1 large double bed16 m²
Classic Triple Room
1 single bed and 1 large double bed20 m²
Deluxe Room (2 adults + 1 child)
1 large double bed, or 1 single and 1 large double20 m²
5Family Room
1 single, 1 double and 1 large double bed32 m²
Triple Room with spa bath
4 single beds and a spa bath36 m²

Prices and availability change daily. The buttons open our Booking.com page with your dates already filled in.

A day on our roof

Breakfast, 08:30

Breakfast facing Khufu

Breakfast is served on the rooftop with the pyramids in front of you: continental, American, full English or halal, with fresh pastries, fruit and local specialities.

Sunset, 17:30

The sun sets between the pyramids

In the evening the terrace fills up. Take a seat on the cushions, order a tea and watch the sun go down behind Khafre and Khufu.

Night, 19:30

The light show, from the roof

After dark the Sound and Light show colours the pyramids and the Sphinx, and you watch it from the rooftop, a few streets away.

Life on the roof

Most guests end up spending their evenings up here: rugs, cushions, tea, other travellers and the pyramids at the end of the view.

Rooftop lounge with rugs, floor cushions and a brass tray — The lounge

Rooftop tables with the pyramids under a cloudy sky — Lunch with a view

The pyramids lit up at night above the rooftops of Nazlet El-Semman — After dark

Photos

Rooms, bathrooms, breakfast and the views from the roof. Tap a photo to see it full size.

Everything you need

What the guest house offers, as listed on our Booking.com page. Need something else? Ask us on WhatsApp.

Food and drink

Breakfast every morning: continental, American, full English or halal
Bar and coffee house
Room service
Minimarket on site
Shared kitchen
Fresh fruit

On the roof

Sun terrace facing the pyramids
Hot tub
Outdoor fireplace
Outdoor furniture and sun umbrellas

Things to do

Tour desk and walking tours
Tours about local culture (extra charge)
Cooking class (extra charge)
Horse riding (extra charge)
Cycling

Services

Airport pickup and drop-off (extra charge)
Luggage storage and lockers
Currency exchange
Express check-in and check-out
Laundry, ironing and dry cleaning (extra charge)
Babysitting

In every room

Private bathroom
Air conditioning and heating
Balcony, terrace or patio
Flat-screen TV
Tea and coffee maker
Soundproofing

Safety

24-hour security
Safety deposit box
Smoke alarms and fire extinguishers
Non-smoking rooms

What guests say

9.5Exceptional on Booking.com104 reviews

4.9out of 5 on Google138 reviews

Staff9.9
Location9.6
Value for money9.6
Cleanliness9.5

Like staying with family

Guests describe Rami and his family as warm, generous hosts, and many end up sharing meals with other travellers on the roof.

Everything arranged

Airport pickup, guides and tours to the pyramids are organised for you at fair prices, so there is nothing to worry about.

The view

Breakfast and evenings with the pyramids in front of you. For many guests it is the highlight of their trip to Egypt.

Scores from Booking.com and Google, October 2026.

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A few streets from the Sphinx

Sayed Gabir St, Nazlet El-Semman, Al Haram, Giza

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Great Sphinx of Giza650 m
Pyramids of Giza1.7 km
Grand Egyptian Museum4.7 km
Tahrir Square and the Egyptian Museum15 km
Sphinx Airport (SPX)30 km
Cairo Airport (CAI)31 km

Shortest walking or driving distances, as shown on Booking.com. Airport pickup on request.

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Good to know

Check-in from 13:00, check-out until 11:00
Children of all ages welcome, with a free cot on request (0 to 3 years)
Pets allowed (charges may apply)
Cancellation rules depend on the room you choose
Cafés and a koshary restaurant less than 500 m away

Your seat on the roof is waiting

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