This 20-story tower in the First Place Cairo complex is all soft gold, red, and green interiors and, in suites, "large flower displays." Rooms outfitted with full marble bathrooms and gilded furnishings, blankets, carpets, and curtains open to views of the Pyramids at Giza in the distance. Lai Thai serves dishes like sea bass with green curry; sample Turkish sweets at the Tea Lounge.
(269 rooms)
Also featured on the: Gold List for 2005, Gold List for 2006, Gold List for 2007, Gold List for 2008, Gold List for 2009, Gold List for 2011