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About this property

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 in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Cairo, this property has an excellent location score of 9.6!

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Buffet

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
2 twin beds
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1 full bed
4 twin beds
3 twin beds
2 twin beds
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
1 full bed
1 twin bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Kathleen
    United States United States
    The staff is competent. professional, and friendly. Most of the staff speak English. Plus, there is someone available 24 hours a day if you have an urgent question or problem. Most of the staff speak English. A lovely breakfast is served on the...
  • Aj
    United States United States
    I can’t say enough about Cecilia’s staff. They are what made my stay in Cairo so memorable. Ola & Lillian are SO kind. As is everyone else! Beshoy & Nader & Peter made me feel like one of their own. Just all around good & pleasant people. Looking...
  • Aj
    United States United States
    The hotel’s location is absolutely wonderful, but the staff is even better. Sara made me feel seen, welcomed, and a part of their little family while in Cairo. I can wait to go back, but I don’t want to :)
  • Kathleen
    United States United States
    The staff is amazing, very helpful. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day at the hotel. Always ready help. I had a delicious breakfast on the terrace. It’s a great place to Have breakfast and plan your day. The property is centrally located.
  • Adil
    Canada Canada
    The Cecilia hostel is located in the centre of Cairo with a great value. The staff is super friendly, I definitely recommend solo travellers to come there.
  • Richard
    United States United States
    Social, funky, clean, just the most fun place to stay in Cairo as an independent budget traveler. It’s iconic.
  • Max
    Sweden Sweden
    This is home. It would be hard to find a more accommodating and friendly staff than the crew at Cecilia Hostel. The location is perfect and the rooftop terrace adds a lot to this downtown oasis.
  • Annyxue
    United States United States
    We love 💝 sweet girl Sara&all the staff, The All staff very nice 🙂 for everybody! We will come back again 😀!
  • Jorge
    Italy Italy
    Kindly staff, all of them really nice and really good location for downtown.
  • Marianna
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    Great location. Comfy beds with good blankets. Clean. Friendly staff.

Area info

House rules

Cecilia Hostel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
$5 per child, per night
Crib always available
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
$5 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

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

The fine print

Must-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 ID 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 of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

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