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Layla Hostel

2.0 star property
Central hostel with free parking connected to a rail/subway station in Cairo

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Deluxe Double Room, Courtyard View | Courtyard view
Deluxe Double Room, Garden View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, laptop workspace
Outdoor pool
Living area
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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20 Safiya Zaghloul, Cairo, Cairo Governorate, 4262101
  • Place, Tahrir Square
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Egyptian Museum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairo Tower
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, Garden View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room, Garden View

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Courtyard View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room, Courtyard View

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Private Bathroom | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room, Private Bathroom

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Triple Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, laptop workspace

Deluxe Triple Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, laptop workspace

Shared Dormitory, Men only

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, laptop workspace

Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Women only, Garden View

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Deluxe Shared Dormitory | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, laptop workspace

Deluxe Shared Dormitory

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Large Twin Bunk Beds

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Deluxe Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Located in Downtown Cairo within a short walk of Tahrir Square, Layla Hostel is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Egyptian Museum. This 10-room hostel has private in-room pools along with an outdoor pool and free in-room WiFi. It's connected to a rail/subway station in central Cairo and also close to Cairo Tower and Khan el-Khalili.
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What's nearby

  • Tahrir Square - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Egyptian Museum - 15 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Cairo Tower - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Khan el-Khalili - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Cairo Citadel - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Saad Zaghloul Station - 4 min walk
  • Giza Suburbs Station - 6 min drive
  • Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lobby Lounge at Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Jazz Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Upper Deck Lounge - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Patrimoine Du Caire - باتريموان دو كير - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Taboula - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Layla Hostel

Central hostel with free parking connected to a rail/subway station in Cairo
At Layla Hostel, guests have access to an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and microwave in a common area. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 20 per vehicle one-way. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours or tickets, access to locker space, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, a library, and a communal living room.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Beds are dressed in Egyptian cotton sheets and bathrooms offer rainfall showers and bidets. Private pools, furnished balconies or patios, and dining areas are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.

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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

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Weekend local cuisine breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 2.50 per person

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • 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.
  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • Fenced private pool

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Blender
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Freezer
  • Griddle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Mixer
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Spices
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests should be aware that 2 cats reside at this property
This property enforces quiet hours from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 2.5 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 20 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Housekeeping fee: USD 1 per day
  • Pool fee: USD 2 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 accepts credit cards and cash
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 15
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No alcohol is served at Layla Hostel.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Layla Hostel Cairo
Layla Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Layla Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cairo

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to Layla Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Downtown Cairo within a short 14-minute walk of Tahrir Square and also 20 minutes on foot from Egyptian Museum. You'll also find Talaat Harb Street and Manial Palace less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at Layla Hostel?

As of Oct 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Layla Hostel on Oct 13, 2025 start from $37.62, 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.

Will I be able to park at Layla Hostel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hostel.

Does Layla Hostel have a casino at the property?

No, Layla Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Layla Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Layla Hostel?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hostel include a private pool, around-the-clock room service, and Egyptian cotton sheets.

Are there hot tubs at Layla Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Layla Hostel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Layla Hostel offers breakfast (local cuisine) on weekend mornings for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Layla Hostel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Layla Hostel.

Does Layla Hostel have connecting rooms?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Layla Hostel?

The closest major airport to Layla Hostel is Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI), which is 13.6 mi away (44 minutes by car). Another top airport is Giza (SPX-Sphinx Intl.), which is located 27.3 mi away (48-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Layla Hostel?

Yes, every room at Layla Hostel comes with a furnished balcony with some featuring garden or pool views.