A Winter Wonderland of Festivities at Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at The First Residence

This winter in Cairo, whether one calls the city home or is simply swept up in its enchanting buzz, Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at The First Residence invites guests to celebrate the season in effortless style. The Hotel unveils a glittering calendar of events, festive activities, and just the right touch of holiday magic, perfect for anyone dreaming of a memorable holiday in Cairo.

The festivities begin with a beloved seasonal ritual: slipping into a fluffy robe, sipping hot cocoa, and savouring holiday treats from the heavenly comfort of a Four Seasons Bed. With 15 percent savings on luxurious accommodation, the Hotel turns winter in Cairo into pure, cozy bliss.

Throughout the property, twinkling décor sets the holiday cheer, and the joy of giving fills the air. Guests are invited to embark on a Christmas culinary journey by celebrated Egyptian chef Avec Karim at The Tea Lounge, enjoy a Christmas-inspired churrascaria experience at Xodó, and ring in the New Year with vibrant pan-Asian flair at Nairu.

Holiday-inspired Yule logs, panettone, and decadent Christmas desserts await at La Gourmandise, joined by warm apple cider and festive cocktails served throughout the Hotel and aboard the iconic First Nile Boat, a must-visit for anyone spending the holidays in Cairo.

Dreaming of White Christmas Treats

For those savouring the sweetness of winter in Cairo, La Gourmandise offers a festive display of handcrafted holiday treasures such as stollen, artisanal panettone, elegant Christmas cakes, and indulgent Yule logs, each lovingly prepared by the talented Four Seasons pastry chefs.

• Available December 17, 2025 – January 7, 2026
• Displayed 11:00 am – 10:00 pm
• La Gourmandise, Ground Floor – Giza First Mall

A Festive Culinary Journey

Guests are invited to swap everyday lunches for something beautifully unexpected. Chef Karim Abdel Rahman transforms the season with an extravagant festive buffet at The Tea Lounge, blending classic Christmas comfort with vibrant Egyptian flavours, perfect for elevating a holiday in Cairo.

• Celebrate on Wednesdays, Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve, and Coptic Christmas (January 7, 2026)
• Bookings: click here
• Tea Lounge, Third Floor

Christmas, Churrascaria-Style

Christmas Eve and Day shine brighter along the Nile as Xodó hosts a feast full of flavour and cheer. Guests can enjoy classic holiday dishes and sizzling Brazilian favourites, an unforgettable way to savour Christmas in Cairo.

• Reservations: 02 3567 1890
• Xodó, First Nile Boat

A Taste of the Holiday’s Special

At La Gourmandise, a Christmas special awaits. Crafted with love and served with the joyful sounds of live holiday music, it's a warm and inviting way to relish winter in Cairo with family and friends.

• La Gourmandise, Ground Floor – Giza First Mall

Unwrap the Gift of Tranquillity at the Spa

Those seeking serenity this winter in Cairo can indulge in winter-inspired treatments and seasonal spa packages designed to soothe, soften, and brighten throughout the festivities.

Holiday Glow, Wrapped in Chocolate

Chocolate lovers rejoice: this time it's not just for dessert. The Spa presents chocolate-infused massages, scrubs, facials, and more, adding a little sweetness to every holiday in Cairo.

• Bookings: +2 02 3567 2040
• The Spa, Fourth Floor

Unwrap Cairo’s Newest Wonder

For visitors and Cairenes wishing to add discovery to their holiday in Cairo, the Hotel’s Concierge team offers bespoke journeys through the city’s vibrant history and culture. Just 25 minutes away, the Grand Egyptian Museum awaits with 10,000 artefacts and the full Tutankhamun collection on display together for the first time.

From iconic landmarks to hidden cultural gems, Cairo’s stories unfold with ease, charm, and a hint of festive sparkle.

Ring in 2026 in Style

New Year’s celebrations shimmer across the First Nile Boat. Guests can welcome 2026 with a pan-Asian journey at Nairu, a theatrical 3D dining adventure at Le Petit Chef, or a poolside Lebanese feast at Aura, located on the Fourth floor of the Hotel, each offering a magical way to begin a new year in Cairo.

Bling in the New Year with Lebanese Specialties

Aura invites guests to celebrate in private cabanas by the pool, where decadent Lebanese dishes meet live entertainment and shimmering waters; an enchanting setting for a winter night spent in Cairo.

• Aura, Fourth Floor

A Pan-Asian New Year

At Nairu, the New Year’s Eve celebration unfolds with an à la carte menu inspired by the flavours of the Far East, all while the Nile glitters below, making it one of the most picturesque ways to celebrate New Year’s in Cairo.

• Nairu, First Nile Boat

An Immersive New Year’s Dinner

Le Petit Chef & Friends invites guests on a whimsical culinary journey, blending storytelling with flavour in an unforgettable immersive dining experience aboard the First Nile Boat.

• Bookings: click here
• Le Petit Chef, First Nile Boat

For more information or reservations regarding festive happenings, contact the Hotel at +2 02 3567 1600 or on +@ 02 3567 2025.