"I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding service provided by the hostel staff. Their dedication and friendliness truly make a difference. The rooms are impeccably clean and well-maintained, creating a comfortable and welcoming environment. Additionally, the atmosphere of the hostel is incredibly peaceful, providing a calm and relaxing space to unwind. I am thoroughly impressed by the overall experience and will definitely continue booking at this hotel in the future. Thank you to everyone for making this stay so enjoyable!

Non

This is a nice place overall. We had our own bathroom, which was a plus. The room is quite spacious, providing ample space for comfort. The beds are generally good, offering a decent sleeping experience. What stood out most was the helpful and friendly hostel staff, who were always ready to assist when needed. Despite some challenges, the accommodation met basic standards for Egypt.

Unfortunately, there were several drawbacks to our stay. The room lacked essential furniture like wardrobes, cabinets, or chests of drawers, leaving us with nowhere to store our belongings. The mattresses were slightly uncomfortable as I could feel their individual parts. We initially had only one towel for two people and had to request another. During our five-day stay, no room cleaning was offered. The breakfast area on the terrace was problematic - it was an open, windy, and cold space where pigeons roamed freely, leaving droppings on tables and chairs. Small birds attempted to eat the guests' food, which was only protected by plastic film. This unhygienic situation was particularly unpleasant and detracted significantly from the overall experience.

I recently stayed at Cecilia Hotel and had an amazing experience. The staff were incredibly welcoming and attentive, making sure all our needs were met. The room was spacious, clean, and beautifully decorated, offering a comfortable stay with all the necessary amenities. One of the highlights was the rooftop terrace, where singer Karim performed live, creating a lively atmosphere. Guests from all over the world, including both foreigners and Arabs, gathered to enjoy the music. The energy was contagious, and many even joined in to sing along. It was truly an unforgettable experience, blending great hospitality with fantastic entertainment.

Cecilia Hotel offered an exceptional experience from start to finish. The service was top-notch, with the staff being friendly, accommodating, and always eager to help. My room was spacious, spotless, and beautifully designed, providing the perfect space to relax after a day of exploring. One of the best parts of my stay was the lively atmosphere on the rooftop terrace, where guests from different countries, both Arab and foreign, came together to enjoy the energy of the place. It was a fantastic setting for making connections and creating lasting memories.

Lovely staff and good hostel.

Cleaning in the room rather superficial, but definitely okay still.

"You come as a guest and leave as a friend" This explains pretty much how the atmosphere in this beautiful hotel is :) starting from the first time you are entering the reception area you feel this family atmosphere which is existing.. You are getting warm welcomed by open and friendly stuff... You always find somebody to have a tea, a coffee, some good food and for sure a lovely chat about sightseeing, the pyramids, culture differences and and heartwarming stories... Thanks so much for let me feel like being a part of your family! I am pretty sure I will come back! I really enjoyed the time a could spend in the hotel, in the cosy common area and on the relaxing terrace. I am taking lovely memories with me about all the people I met there :)

Everything! The beds were comfy and we stayed in three different rooms during all our stay and they were all clean and good sizes. ( we did all our trips and then came back to the hotel each time ). The amenities were clean and as described in pictures. Location is perfect. Breakfast was good !! Words alone cannot describe the incredible experience we had in Egypt, and it’s all thanks to the amazing staff at Cecilia Hotel. We booked a room online after checking reviews of the best hotels in Cairo, and from the moment we arrived, the staff welcomed us with the warmest hospitality. We asked them for recommendations on how to get around and what to do in Egypt, and they provided us with so many great options. We decided to book a tour directly with them (which is something we don’t usually do), but trust me—they truly know what they’re doing. The tour included a trip to Siwa, where we spent a few unforgettable days exploring breathtaking sights like the Salt Lake, the desert, and the dunes. We went drifting in a Jeep, danced and sang local songs, tried sandboarding on the desert waves, and experienced the incredible hospitality of the locals. Every detail was perfectly arranged by the staff. Back in Cairo, they went above and beyond, offering us a room to rest and shower at no extra cost. We then booked another tour with them to visit the Pyramids, ride camels, and explore Giza, Memphis, carpet factories, and many other fascinating places—all with a local guide who spoke multiple languages. In the evening, we cruised the Nile while enjoying dinner on a boat, and one of the hotel staff even stayed nearby to ensure everything went smoothly. He gave us our space, but of course, we invited him to join us, and we ended up having a fantastic evening together. There’s so much more I could say, but I don’t want to make this too long. What I will say is that these guys deserve a huge thank you.

Nothing! We miss you Carlos, Peter Sarah and hola and our Ahmed that went with us in the cruise!

Coolest place in Cairo for “real travelers” because it’s homey, staff is friendly like you are a houseguest, rooms are very basic but you have what you need. Terrace is the social spot, and the pet pigeons are full on adorable. Breakfast on terrace is so pleasant, with simple “normal Egyptian” fare. Coffee excellent. Basically here you are treated like you are almost in a co-op, it has a lot of dignity in the simplicity. Oh and the music played on the terrace is not schlocky “hotel muzak”—George has made amazing playlists using guest recommendations from around the world.

Nothing—just expect simplicity. WiFi adequate but not too strength.

Arriving at this hotel very early in the morning after a long flight, I was greeted with the warmest welcome by Carlos. My boyfriend and I stayed 3 nights here and were honestly sad to leave. The staff at Cecilia are so wonderful and kind. They answered any questions we had and were so helpful with everything. I felt so safe and comfortable around them. The staff ordered food for us at 2:00am in the morning and another baked a beautiful cake for us to try. I would highly recommend this hotel for friends and family to stay when visiting Cairo. It was one of our favourite hotel experiences yet travelling. Thank you for everything. Kind regards, Ben and Makenzie :)

Great staff, knowledgeable and friendly people there for good conversations, makes you feel like home! The room with the private bathroom was great, screens for mosquitoes in the window of the bathroom, the drains worked and stayed inside the shower (rare in Egypt). Great private balcony, amazing shared balcony on the corner open 24/7, great place to chill. Amazing location, on a block with restaurants and shops open all day and night, very safe. A couple blocks from tahrir square and the museums. Best hostel in downtown Cairo!

The internet was not a great connection, went in and out in the rooms and very poor on the terrace. A shared fridge would be nice to keep things cold, nothing in the room.