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Located in the heart of Cairo, this hostel is 10 minutes’ walk from the Egyptian Museum and the Nile. It has a terrace and rooms with a balcony. Free Wi-Fi is available. The rooms at the Cecilia Hostel are simply furnished and have wooden flooring, air conditioning, ironing facilities and a mosquito net. Some rooms have a private bathroom. The Cecilia serves a large breakfast prepared with local, seasonal ingredients. It also has a spacious terrace and a bar where guests can watch sports. The Cecilia also has a 24-hour front desk and a tour desk where guests can arrange visits to local museums and attractions. Excursions to the Pyramids, Giza and Sakkara can also be arranged. There are bus stops nearby, and Tahrir Square and the American University of Cairo are within a 3-minute walk of the hostel.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Cairo, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Buffet

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There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
2 single beds
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1 double bed
4 single beds
3 single beds
2 single beds
1 single bed
1 single bed
1 single bed
1 double bed
1 single bed
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Guest review summary
Guests loved the <b>friendly staff</b> and the excellent <b>central location</b> near Tahrir Square. The terrace was a popular spot for relaxation. <b>Breakfast</b> received positive feedback, though <b>room cleanliness</b> and comfort had mixed reviews. Some guests noted the building's entrance could be improved.
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Staff
9.7
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
7.8

Property surroundings

Facilities of Cecilia Hostel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Bar
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Terrace

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • City view

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Balcony
  • Terrace

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchenette

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
  • Evening entertainment
    Additional charge
  • Entertainment staff
  • Games room

Living Area

  • Dining area

Media & Technology

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
No parking available.

Transport

  • Public transport tickets
    Additional charge

Reception services

  • Lockers
  • Concierge service
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment and family services

  • Strollers
  • Baby safety gates
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying

Safety & security

  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Minimarket on site
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Mosquito net
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Car hire
  • Lift
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Pants press
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Accessibility

  • Auditory guidance
  • Higher level toilet

Languages spoken

  • Arabic
  • English
  • Swedish

House rules
Cecilia Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0+ years
Extra bed upon request
US$10 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note per local law, Egyptians and Arab nationalities are not allowed to stay in the Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room.

Egyptian and Arab national couples must present marriage certificates in order to stay in the same room together.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Cecilia Hostel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

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