Swisstay Downtown Cairo

Hostel with restaurant, near Egyptian Museum

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March 2026
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April 2026
When you stay at Swisstay Downtown Cairo, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Tahrir Square and Egyptian Museum. You can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Also, Khan el-Khalili and Citystars Heliopolis are within a short drive. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Sadat Station is 9 minutes and Nasser Station is 10 minutes.

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • Airport transfer
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchen
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate dining area
  • Premium TV channels
  • Furnished balcony or patio
  • Daily housekeeping
$32 nightly
$37 total
Apr 14 - Apr 15
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Showing 9 of 9 rooms
Luxury Studio Suite | Street view
Luxury Studio Suite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Luxury Studio Suite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Luxury Studio Suite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Luxury Studio Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Smart TV
  • City view
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
Deluxe Twin Room, City View | City view
Deluxe Twin Room, City View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Deluxe Twin Room, City View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Deluxe Twin Room, City View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room, City View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
  • City view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
Superior Triple Room, City View | City view
Superior Triple Room, City View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Superior Triple Room, City View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Superior Triple Room, City View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Triple Room, City View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
  • City view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
Deluxe Twin Room, City View | City view
Deluxe Twin Room, City View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Deluxe Twin Room, City View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Deluxe Twin Room, City View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room, City View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
  • City view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
Deluxe Twin Room, City View | City view
Deluxe Twin Room, City View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Deluxe Twin Room, City View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Deluxe Twin Room, City View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room, City View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
  • City view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
Superior Double Room, City View | City view
Superior Double Room, City View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Superior Double Room, City View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Superior Double Room, City View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double Room, City View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
  • City view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Deluxe Double Room, City View | City view
Deluxe Double Room, City View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Deluxe Double Room, City View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Deluxe Double Room, City View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, City View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
  • City view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Standard Double Room, City View | City view
Standard Double Room, City View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Standard Double Room, City View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Standard Double Room, City View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, City View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
  • City view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Elite Shared Dormitory | Bathroom | Shower, towels, soap, shampoo
Elite Shared Dormitory | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Elite Shared Dormitory | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Elite Shared Dormitory | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Elite Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
26 Mahmoud Bassiouny, Cairo, Cairo Governorate, 4272141

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

  • Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) - 39 min drive
  • Giza (SPX-Sphinx Intl.) - 45 min drive
  • Imbaba Station - 5 min drive
  • Bashteel Station - 6 min drive
  • Cairo Ramses Station - 28 min walk
  • Sadat Station - 9 min walk
  • Nasser Station - 10 min walk
  • Mohamed Naguib Station - 11 min walk
  • Free airport shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪Koshary Abou Tarek - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sip - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mazeej Balad - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪CaiRoma - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪La Poire Cafe - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Swisstay Downtown Cairo

When you stay at Swisstay Downtown Cairo, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Tahrir Square and Egyptian Museum. You can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Also, Khan el-Khalili and Citystars Heliopolis are within a short drive. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Sadat Station is 9 minutes and Nasser Station is 10 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 12 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 1:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

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

Parking

    • No onsite parking

Transfers

    • Free airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast each morning 8:30 AM–12:30 PM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Free daily reception
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Shopping

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Television in common areas
  • Lockers available

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 79
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 65-inch Smart TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

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

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Separate dining area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Microwave
  • Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Dining table

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared accommodations
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Policies

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.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Property Registration Number yes

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Swisstay Downtown Cairo?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Swisstay Downtown Cairo?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Swisstay Downtown Cairo.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Swisstay Downtown Cairo?

Yes, a free airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Swisstay Downtown Cairo?

Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 1:00 PM.

Are there restaurants at or near Swisstay Downtown Cairo?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

Does Swisstay Downtown Cairo have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes cookware and a microwave.

Does Swisstay Downtown Cairo have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a furnished balcony or patio.

What's the area around Swisstay Downtown Cairo like?

Swisstay Downtown Cairo is in Downtown Cairo, a short 9-minute walk from Sadat Station and 7 minutes' walk from Tahrir Square.

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