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EL Shawarby Plaza Hotel

2.0 star property
Hostel connected to a rail/subway station in Cairo with free breakfast

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
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Cairo Plaza Hotel, in Downtown Cairo, offers WiFi and authentic local breakfasts. Guests appreciate practical luggage storage and knowledgeable concierge services. The hotel's location is praised for its proximity to the Egyptian Museum and Tahrir Square.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is P1,510
P1,948 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

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Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Day bed
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Basic Double Room, 1 Large Twin Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Day bed
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Basic Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Day bed
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Basic Triple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Family Triple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Day bed
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Basic Quadruple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Day bed
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Family Quadruple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Day bed
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Family Double Room, 1 Large Twin Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Day bed
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Cairo neighborhood, EL Shawarby Plaza Hotel is connected to a rail/subway station. Egyptian Museum and Grand Egyptian Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Giza Pyramid Complex and Pyramid of Khufu. Alabaster Sphinx and Al Fustat Garden are also worth visiting.
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6 El shawarby st, 01060440761, Cairo, Cairo, 11511

What's nearby

  • Egyptian Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Tahrir Square - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • American University of Cairo - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Khan el-Khalili - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Cairo Tower - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Imbaba Station - 6 min drive
  • Nasser Station - 9 min walk
  • Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sip - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Karam El Sham - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Akher Sa'a | أخر ساعة - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Koueider | قويدر - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cap D'Or - ‬4 min walk

About this property

EL Shawarby Plaza Hotel

Hostel near Tahrir Square
Close to Egyptian Museum, EL Shawarby Plaza Hotel provides amenities like free breakfast (local cuisine) and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and an elevator
  • Concierge services, luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at EL Shawarby Plaza Hotel have perks such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and air conditioning.
More amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and memory foam beds
  • Bathrooms with bidets and shower/tub combinations
  • Dishwashers, microwaves, and freezers

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  • Free WiFi
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P1,137 total
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Oct 7 - Oct 8
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • 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.
  • 8 steps to reach entrance
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator (120 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Day bed
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 28-inch LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EGP 500 per person (one-way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 only accepts cash

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Cairo Plaza Hotel Cairo
Cairo Plaza Hotel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Cairo Plaza Hotel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cairo

Frequently asked questions

Is EL Shawarby Plaza Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at EL Shawarby Plaza Hotel?

As of Oct 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at EL Shawarby Plaza Hotel on Oct 7, 2025 start from P 1,510.41, excluding 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.

How much is parking at EL Shawarby Plaza Hotel?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at EL Shawarby Plaza Hotel?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at EL Shawarby Plaza Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Does EL Shawarby Plaza Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EGP 500 per person applies.

Where is EL Shawarby Plaza Hotel located?

Located in Downtown Cairo, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Talaat Harb Street, Tahrir Square, and Egyptian Museum. Midan Talaat Harb and Royal Chariots Museum are also within 10 minutes. Nasser Station is 9 minutes by foot and Mohamed Naguib Station is 9 minutes.

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