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Swisstay Downtown Cairo

2.0 star property
Hostel near Egyptian Museum in Cairo

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand, a wardrobe, and a large window with curtains.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, kettle, and coffee maker on the counter. A bed is visible in the adjacent room.
A hallway with a marble floor, a round rug, and a potted plant.
A reception area with a wooden panel wall, a reception desk, and pendant lighting.
A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a macrame wall hanging, and a view of the outside balcony.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Explore the area

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26 Mahmoud Bassiouny, Cairo, Cairo Governorate, 4272141
  • Place, Talaat Harb Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Tahrir Square
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Egyptian Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Luxury Studio Suite

A hotel room with two beds, a large window, a wardrobe, and a decorative wall hanging.

Luxury Studio Suite

  • City view
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room, City View

A hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a balcony.

Deluxe Twin Room, City View

  • City view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Triple Room, City View

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a wall-mounted air conditioner, a decorative macrame piece, and a wardrobe.

Superior Triple Room, City View

  • City view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room, City View

A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, a macrame wall hanging, an air conditioning unit, and a wooden wardrobe.

Deluxe Twin Room, City View

  • City view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room, City View

A double room with two beds, wooden headboards, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a decorative macrame wall hanging.

Deluxe Twin Room, City View

  • City view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Double Room, City View

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden nightstand, a macrame wall hanging, and a view of the outside balcony.

Superior Double Room, City View

  • City view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, City View

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a small desk with a cup and tissues.

Deluxe Double Room, City View

  • City view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room, City View

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a macrame wall hanging, and a view of the outside.

Standard Double Room, City View

  • City view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Elite Shared Dormitory

A small, compact bedroom with a single bed, a wooden wardrobe, and a small shelf unit.

Elite Shared Dormitory

  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Cairo

Downtown Cairo stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Cairo hostel, you'll find Tahrir Square and Egyptian Museum. Talaat Harb Street and Midan Talaat Harb are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Talaat Harb Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Midan Talaat Harb - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Tahrir Square - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Egyptian Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • American University of Cairo - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Imbaba Station - 5 min drive
  • Sadat Station - 9 min walk
  • Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Koshary Abou Tarek - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sip - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mazeej Balad - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪CaiRoma - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Almeria Cafe & Restaurant - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Swisstay Downtown Cairo

Hostel near Egyptian Museum in Cairo
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Swisstay Downtown Cairo also features tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available 24 hours).

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Cairo hostel.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Local cuisine breakfast (free)
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Television in lobby
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Swisstay Downtown Cairo offers 12 shared accommodations. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Kitchens offer stovetops, microwaves, separate dining areas, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers.

This Cairo hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). 65-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle on request

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator (79 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 65-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Oven
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Shared accommodations
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 1:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Swisstay Downtown Cairo to the airport?

Swisstay Downtown Cairo is 13.5 mi (39-min drive) away from the Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Swisstay Downtown Cairo?

As of Aug 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Swisstay Downtown Cairo on Aug 7, 2026 start from $35, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Swisstay Downtown Cairo have an airport shuttle?

Swisstay Downtown Cairo offers a free airport shuttle, available 24 hours a day, on request.

Does Swisstay Downtown Cairo offer free breakfast?

Swisstay Downtown Cairo offers free local cuisine breakfast every day from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM.

Is there a casino at Swisstay Downtown Cairo?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Swisstay Downtown Cairo?

Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Swisstay Downtown Cairo?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Swisstay Downtown Cairo have a pool?

Swisstay Downtown Cairo does not have a pool.

Does Swisstay Downtown Cairo have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Swisstay Downtown Cairo have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Swisstay Downtown Cairo to downtown Cairo?

Swisstay Downtown Cairo is 0.3 mi away from Cairo.

Swisstay Downtown Cairo Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love room clean. Love breakfast. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Said

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
N/A
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Udo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the breakfast, it was a hearty meal. The concept of a private sleeping space/area in a hostel environment is particularly appealing (and a novel concept). The receptionist on duty (Seif) was most helpful in facilitating expedient transport when I required it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026

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