Some of the best-known casinos in Egypt can be found in major tourism destinations such as Cairo, Sharm El Sheikh and the Sinai region. Cairo in particular has a long-established hotel casino scene, with gaming facilities traditionally connected to major international hotels.
Visitors researching the biggest casino in Cairo will frequently encounter the Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino in older casino guides. However, historic claims about casino size should not automatically be treated as current information, as gaming floors and casino operations can change.
Other names that have been associated with Cairo’s casino landscape over the years include major hotel properties such as the Cairo Marriott Hotel & Omar Khayyam Casino, Semiramis InterContinental and casino facilities associated with other international hotels.
Our guides to Cairo Casino locations provide further information about the casino scene in the Egyptian capital.
Gambling in Egypt
Cairo is not the only Egyptian tourism destination associated with casino gaming.
Sharm El Sheikh on the Red Sea has also developed a reputation as an international resort destination where casino facilities have been available to eligible international visitors.
Names historically associated with the resort’s casino landscape include Casino Royale and Aladin Casino, among others.
Visitors researching a casino in Sharm El Sheikh should nevertheless verify the current operating status of individual establishments before travelling, as casino names, hotel affiliations and facilities can change over time.
Depending on the individual casino, games may include internationally familiar options such as:
- Roulette
- Blackjack
- Baccarat and Punto Banco
- Poker-style games
- Slot machines
- Electronic gaming
The precise selection differs between establishments.
Gambling in Egypt is also subject to specific legal restrictions. Authorised casino gambling within Egypt’s hotel and tourism sector is available to non-Egyptians under the applicable conditions.
International visitors should therefore carry appropriate identification and check the current admission requirements directly with the casino they intend to visit.
Table Games in Casino Egypt
Visitors to a Casino Egypt may encounter many of the same table games found at international casinos elsewhere in the world.
Roulette, blackjack and baccarat are among the games commonly associated with traditional casino gaming, while individual properties may provide additional poker-style games, slot machines or electronic gaming.
The exact gaming floor varies from casino to casino and can change over time.
Visitors travelling specifically to play a particular game should therefore confirm its availability directly with the casino before visiting.
Egyptian land-based casinos should also not be confused with international online casinos.
Physical casinos operate from specific locations and are subject to the rules applying to casino gaming within Egypt. International online casinos may instead operate under gambling licences issued by regulators in other jurisdictions.
An international gambling licence does not constitute local authorisation in Egypt.
The fact that an international gambling website is technically accessible from a particular location does not establish that it is authorised to provide gambling services there.
Casinos in Taba and the Sinai Region
Taba is another Egyptian tourism destination that has historically been associated with casino hotels.
Older casino directories contain references to casino facilities connected with large resort hotels in the Taba area. Some historic descriptions also provide precise figures for gaming-floor space, numbers of slot machines and numbers of gaming tables.
Such figures should be treated cautiously unless they have been recently confirmed.
Hotel ownership, branding, casino operations and gaming facilities can change considerably over time.
Visitors planning a casino visit in Taba should therefore check the current status of the casino, hotel affiliation, available games and admission requirements before travelling.
Egyptian Casinos
Egyptian casinos are unusual compared with casinos in destinations such as Las Vegas because they are generally part of the country’s international hotel and tourism environment.
For many visitors, the casino is therefore only one element of a much broader holiday.
Cairo offers the Nile, museums, historic districts and easy access to the pyramids of Giza. Sharm El Sheikh is internationally known for its Red Sea resorts, beaches and diving, while the Sinai region provides a very different travel experience.
This makes it possible for eligible international visitors to combine sightseeing or a resort holiday with casino entertainment.
Before visiting an Egyptian casino, travellers should check:
- whether the casino is currently operating;
- current opening hours;
- available table games and slot machines;
- identification requirements;
- admission conditions;
- the casino’s current hotel affiliation and location.
Casinos in Egypt and Online Casinos
International online casinos should be considered separately from physical casinos in Egypt.
Online gambling websites may offer slots, roulette, blackjack, baccarat and live dealer games and may hold licences issued by gambling regulators outside Egypt.
However, an international licence does not make an online casino an Egyptian-licensed casino.
An international gambling licence does not constitute local authorisation in Egypt.
Similarly, the restrictions applying to physical casino gambling in Egypt should not be interpreted as meaning that international online casinos automatically provide a legally permitted alternative.
Readers should check the laws applicable in their location and the regulatory status of an operator before using any real-money online gambling service.
How to Find Casinos in Egypt
Travellers looking for physical casinos can use our Casinos in Egypt map below as an orientation tool.
A map can be particularly useful in Cairo because of the size of the city and the distance between individual hotel properties.
However, a location appearing on a map does not guarantee that its casino is currently operating.
Casino operations, hotel names and opening hours can change. Visitors should therefore confirm the current status directly with the property before travelling to a casino.
Taxis and other transport services are widely used by visitors in Cairo, while travellers using a rental car should check the route, traffic conditions and parking arrangements before departure.
Casinos in Egypt Map:
On our Casinos in Egypt map, you can find locations that have been associated with casino gaming in Egypt.
After choosing a casino, the map can help you determine its location, route and approximate distance from your hotel or other starting point.
Please remember that this map should be used as a geographical guide. Casino names, hotel affiliations and operating status may change, so current information should always be confirmed directly with the establishment.
Responsible Gambling in Egypt
Casino gaming should be treated as entertainment rather than as a way to make money.
No casino game, betting system, bonus or strategy can guarantee winnings. Visitors who choose to gamble should set a budget in advance, avoid chasing losses and never gamble with money required for travel, accommodation or everyday expenses.
Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or encouragement to gamble. Gambling laws vary by jurisdiction. An international gambling licence does not constitute local authorisation in Egypt. Visitors should check applicable laws, current casino admission requirements and licensing information before participating in any gambling activity. 18+ | Please gamble responsibly.