Can you get early hotel check-in in Egypt if your flight arrives at night, and how much does it usually cost?

Travelers arriving at night often need to ask about early check-in at reception: if the official check-in starts at 2:00 pm, the hotel may not give a room immediately without an extra payment.

In a recent case, guests who arrived early were first told to wait until 2:00 pm, but after offering €15 they were checked in right away.

In that same report, the €15 payment resulted not only in early check-in but also in a spacious renovated room, so a small extra payment can sometimes help you get a better room as well.