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Swisstay Downtown Cairo

2.0 star property

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
Luxury Studio Suite
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
The current price is AU$53
includes taxes & fees
7 June - 8 June

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Luxury Studio Suite

Luxury Studio Suite

  • City view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Twin Room, City View

Deluxe Twin Room, City View

  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Triple Room, City View

Superior Triple Room, City View

  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Twin Room, City View

Deluxe Twin Room, City View

  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Twin Room, City View

Deluxe Twin Room, City View

  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Double Room, City View

Superior Double Room, City View

  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Double Room, City View

Deluxe Double Room, City View

  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Double Room, City View

Standard Double Room, City View

  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Elite Shared Dormitory

Elite Shared Dormitory

  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Cairo

Swisstay Downtown Cairo puts you in the heart of Cairo, within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Tahrir Square and Egyptian Museum. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant, free breakfast (local cuisine) and in-room kitchens. .For a drink, you can stop by the hostel's own lounge bar. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of a free airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Downtown Cairo hostel include Khan el-Khalili and Citystars Heliopolis.
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What's nearby

  • Talaat Harb Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Midan Talaat Harb - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Egyptian Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Tahrir Square - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • American University of Cairo - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Koshary Abou Tarek - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sip - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mazeej Balad - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪CaiRoma - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Riche | ريش كافيه - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Swisstay Downtown 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 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 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
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Locker space
  • 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 kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower.

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. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

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 transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour free return 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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

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
  • Lift (200 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 65-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Shared accommodation

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 per cent 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 per cent

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash.

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Frequently asked questions

What makes Swisstay Downtown Cairo a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Swisstay Downtown Cairo.

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

As of 7 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Swisstay Downtown Cairo on 7 June 2026 start from AU$53, 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 serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary local cuisine brekkie is on offer daily between 8:30 AM and 12:30 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Swisstay Downtown Cairo?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Swisstay Downtown Cairo?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Swisstay Downtown Cairo?

Check-in begins at 11:30 AM. Check-out time is 1:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Swisstay Downtown Cairo?

No, pets are not allowed.

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