This unique home is located in the heart of Islamic Cairo, adjacent to downtown. It has been tastefully furnished and features stunning panoramic views of Cairo's Mamluk and Ottoman-era minarets. The house is just a couple of minutes walk from al-Hussein and al-Azhar mosques, inviting guests to experience this part of the city in a far more intimate way than tourists typically have the chance to. The flat is available for longer stays for researchers. Please send me a note to inquire! The flat has one bedroom with a vintage iron double bed and A/C + heater, a bright living room with a panoramic west-facing view (incredible sunsets!) that can accomodate three people on three futons, a study with a balcony, a small kitchen that has everything you need to cook and make tea+coffee, bathroom, and foyer. It is located three stories up on a cobblestone pedestrian street with stunning views - of the historic monuments and local neighborhood, and panoramic views of the city. The bathroom has a shower but not a bathtub. There is good hot water and water pressure around the clock. The whole flat is for the guests. I am happy to arrange for an airport pickup to bring you directly to the flat and/or a private car + driver for any far excursions during your stay. Most buildings in the area were built between the 12th and 14th centuries. The UNESCO heritage site coined an "open-air museum" and centered at al-Muizz street is barely a 2-minute walk from the flat. Al-Hussein mosque, and Khan-el-Khalili market are also in the neighborhood. The area surrounding the flat is not gentrified and just off the beaten path - still full of small businesses, bakeries, fruit and vegetable vendors, and street food stalls. The zone is technically a pedestrian zone but cars can enter, which is especially convenient when arriving or leaving to the airport with luggage. Al-Hussein Mosque and Khan-el-Khalili market are a very short walk (about 2-5 minutes) within the historic city. There is also an Arabic language school located 2 minutes down the road offering group and private lessons for those looking to learn the language. From the main city gates, it is very easy and inexpensive to get a taxi or an Uber to go anywhere in Cairo. Downtown is just a short drive (5 minutes or less depending on traffic) from Al-Hussein mosque. The nearest metro station is Attaba. Coming from the airport, this area is easy to reach as it arrives immediately before one enters downtown Cairo. We can arrange a transfer from the airport (highly recommended, because there's no hassle and it costs about the same as taking a taxi from the airport). Discounted long-term rental is available for researchers, mature students, and artists. Please send a direct message if interested.