Giza Palace

The Giza Palace Hotel and Spa is a striking new landmark in the heart of vibrant West Cairo, where authentic Egyptian hospitality meets sophisticated architectural and interior design to deliver an unparalleled luxury experience. Wimberly Interiors was tasked with designing a guest experience that is both rich in comfort and deeply connected to Egypt’s regal history.

Wimberly Interiors led the interior design across this expansive, 33,000-square-metre hotel, covering 560 elegantly appointed rooms and suites, swimming pools, a spa, and a grand ballroom accommodating up to 1,350 guests. The property also includes five serene garden areas and seven world-class restaurants and bars.

WATG worked to replan the building from the existing structure, transforming the envelope and façade to better support the overall vision of an ultra-luxury, 5-star hotel.

The design narrative has been centred around a classical approach with subtle Islamic design influences throughout. The scheme focuses on a grand, timeless elegance, grounded in a warm, residential sensibility. The hotel boasts a symmetrical shape with embellished motifs, and the incorporation of antiquities and layering of landscape within, all encompassed in a welcoming, yet palatial feeling.

From the moment guests arrive at the Giza Palace Hotel, the arrival experience is designed to set a luxurious and truly memorable tone for their stay. The grand entrance leads to a reception area that offers views of the walled garden. The lobby lounge then unfolds as a sophisticated interpretation of a living room, rich in atmosphere and layered in detail.

Towering lantern chandeliers, sumptuous drapery, and hand-selected furnishings create an immediate sense of refinement. At its heart, the living room of the hotel is anchored by a one-of-a-kind marble fireplace, while walls are adorned with curated local artwork. The selection of furniture and rugs imbue the space with warmth and charm for this regal lobby lounge. Tucked behind the fireplace is Maison Sucrée; an opulent oasis of calm.

Lastly, there is the Executive Lounge, featuring a marble kitchen island and thoughtfully equipped with premium amenities for guest use. This is a comfortable living space for guests to convene via private, intimate events, including a beverage bar and elegant display wall.

The conference and ballroom spaces are a key part of the hotel’s commercial offering, designed to host everything from weddings to high-profile conferences. Positioned around the main ballroom, guests will find a plush bridal suite, a boardroom, flexible breakout rooms, and a pre-function terrace, perfect for mingling.

Guests arrive through a grand entrance, where detailed panelling and high ceilings create a sense of occasion from the minute they arrive. Behind the scenes, the layout has been carefully considered to allow for a discreet, seamless service.

The ballroom comfortably hosts over 1,000 guests and carries through the hotel’s signature design details – from a layered decorative carved ceiling, bespoke-designed carpets and thoughtfully placed decorative lighting.

Spanning 1,900 square metres, The Palace Spa invites guests to step into a world of wellness and restoration. The spa offers every possible amenity needed for relaxation, with a sauna and steam room, a Turkish Hammam, a whirlpool jacuzzi, and much more. Additional features include a juice bar, a tranquil relaxation lounge, a couple’s massage suite, and a private VIP treatment room. This space also includes a state-of-the-art health club, movement studio, and a rooftop Padel court.

The vision behind this deluxe spa lied in creating a true sense of indulgence, where health and wellbeing are the focus. This has been done using soothing colour palettes and calming design details, with locally inspired stonework and motifs that root the experience in a sense of place.

There are seven food and beverage offerings at Giza Palace – Arola Brasserie, which offers all day dining, Maison Sucrée, Luna (the rooftop Shisha terrace), Beit El Ezz (a Lebanese restaurant), Onu (a Pan-Asian restaurant), The Palace Bar, the feature hotel bar and Beefbar, a destination steak house born in Monte-Carlo.

Arola Brasserie is the hotel’s signature all-day dining destination, accommodating up to 288 guests, making it the largest food and beverage offering on the property, led by Michelin star chef, Sergi Arola. The design pays homage to high-end European brasseries, evoking a sense of sophistication by featuring striking geometric tiled floors, magnificent chandeliers, and richly layered furnishings. A curated mix of seating styles, tactile artworks, and vibrant open kitchens create a dynamic yet elegant ambiance, inviting guests to indulge in a truly elevated dining experience.

Maison Sucrée is the hotel’s very own pâtisserie, where artisanal delicacies are presented as works of art. Every element, from meticulously crafted cakes to tastefully curated displays, is designed to delight the senses. Taking inspiration from Parisian Tea Rooms, the space is fresh, while also bringing a few classical furnishings.

Beit El Ezz is a destination Ottoman restaurant that celebrates the tradition of shared dining. The design aims to strike a balance between contemporary elegance and authenticity, featuring a modern open kitchen framed by traditional Ottoman silhouettes and striking graphic floor tiles. Intimate in scale, the space includes bold patterns, curated feature lighting, and carefully selected accessories that evoke a spirit of place.

Beit El Ezz leads to Luna, the hotel’s rooftop shisha terrace, where guests can relax in the shade of elegant colonnades and enjoy a theatrical shisha experience. Here, there are traditional and cultural design elements that complement the striking architecture, such as ornate lanterns, artisanal pottery, and a bespoke shisha display.

Onu is the hotel’s second destination restaurant, offering a sophisticated take on Pan-Asian cuisine. Bringing the vivid textures and vibrance of Asia, guests can dine at natural timber-edged tables beneath a one-of-a-kind immersive feature ceiling that references traditional fishing baskets, adding some dramatic flair. The design draws on Pan-Asian influences with the beauty of hand-crafted and naturally aged, tactile materials to elevate a contemporary dining experience, enhanced by intimate low-level lighting and a dramatic centrepiece.

The Palace Bar, the hotel’s signature bar is a central gathering point for guests as they move through the property. The space is situated around a modern yet warm library space, featuring curated shelving displays, hand-selected furnishings, and an inviting series of lounge zones. A dramatic feature fireplace anchors the room, complemented by intricately detailed screens.

Beefbar was born in Monte-Carlo and offers a dynamic blend of contrasts and the last of the three destination restaurants at the Giza Palace hotel. With the bustling grill kitchen at the heart of the space adding theatre and energy, guests are invited to witness the artistry behind their dining experience. Intimate dining zones that playfully reference traditional steakhouses have been arranged and layered with lush date palms, creating a sense of contemporary elegance.

The Giza Palace offers 560 guest rooms, including 65 beautifully appointed suites. For those seeking the best of the best, the Giza Suite, Ambassador Suite, Royal Suite, and Presidential Suite offer expansive layouts ideal for larger groups or longer stays.

Each room blends a touch of European elegance with thoughtful, modern comforts. Many of the larger suites are designed to evoke a residential feel: warm, spacious, and effortlessly refined. Bathrooms reflect the same sense of luxury, with bespoke freestanding baths, striking marble feature walls, glass-front wardrobes, and premium finishes throughout.