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About the Hotel

20 Talaat Harb Street, Cairo, Egypt

Gresham Hostel is situated in the heart of downtown Cairo, offering a contemporary stay in a city rich with history. The hotel features views of the bustling city and provides easy access to several cultural highlights. Guests can enjoy close proximity to attractions like the Egyptian Museum and the Museum of Islamic Art. With a professional staff available to assist with local excursions, Gresham Hostel makes a convenient base for exploring the area.

Location

Located within walking distance of notable sites like the Egyptian Museum and Abdin Palace, Gresham Hostel is ideally placed for sightseeing. The hotel is 10.5 miles from Cairo International Airport and offers a paid airport shuttle service for ease of travel. Public transportation options are readily available, making it simple for guests to reach various areas of the city. The hotel’s position in the entertainment district ensures guests can easily explore Cairo's rich cultural scene.

Rooms

The accommodation includes 50 rooms that come with various bed configurations such as single, double, or triple options. Each room is equipped with blackout drapes for added privacy and comfort. Guests have access to amenities such as a wardrobe and a private bathroom in every room. Selected rooms offer desirable views including balconies and garden perspectives.

Eat & Drink

Gresham Hostel does not feature an on-site restaurant but offers guests easy access to local dining options in the vibrant downtown area. Guests can find plenty of eateries within walking distance to enjoy traditional Egyptian cuisine. The hostel also provides a shared lounge where guests can relax and socialize after their meals. Additionally, convenient shopping options are available on-site for snacks and necessities.

Leisure & Business

The hotel includes a shared lounge area and a television in the lobby for guest entertainment. Gresham Hostel provides practical amenities such as a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange services. Guests can take advantage of the express check-in and check-out options for convenience. For those interested in local culture, staff can arrange tours to nearby historical sites and excursions to further destinations like Alexandria.

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Getting around

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City Center

Cairo3300 ft

Airports

Cairo International (CAI) 12.4 mi

Train

El Giza Train Station 3.3 mi

Metro stations

Sadat2000 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spotless Room!

“The room was impeccably clean and well-organized, making my stay extremely comfortable.” view full review

Relaxing Spa Day

“The spa services were rejuvenating, especially the massage which helped melt away my stress.” view full review

Excellent Shower!

“The shower pressure was outstanding, providing a refreshing start to my day.” view full review

Well-Equipped Kitchen

“The kitchen had all the necessary appliances, making cooking meals effortless.” view full review

Comfy Bed!

“The bed was incredibly comfortable, ensuring a great night's sleep every night.” view full review

Accessible Convenience

“The accessible facilities were impressively designed, making everything easy to use.” view full review

Great Meeting Space

“The meeting facilities were well-equipped, with great technology and ample seating.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast!

“The breakfast buffet offered a fantastic selection of fresh and tasty dishes to start the day.” view full review

Awesome Gym!

“The gym had an extensive range of modern equipment that made my workouts enjoyable.” view full review

Cozy Living Room

“The spacious living area was perfect for relaxation, complete with comfortable furnishings.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Pets allowed

Services

Laundry

Location

20 Talaat Harb Street, Cairo, Egypt

Map view

20 Talaat Harb Street, Cairo, Egypt

City landmarks

Museums

Egyptian Antiquities Museum

3000 ft

Square

Tahrir Square

2800 ft

Tower

Cairo Tower

1.4 mi

شارع جمعه عابدين،، El-Gomhoreya Square

Abdeen Palace

5000 ft

Bridges

Qasr El Nil Bridge

4600 ft

Mosque

Al-Hussein Mosque

1.4 mi

Broadway Theatre

Cairo Opera House

1.3 mi

Museums

Museum of Islamic Art Cairo

1.0 mi

Mosque

Mosque of Al-Azhar

1.4 mi

Parks

Al-Azhar Park

1.6 mi

Gizeh

Menkaure Pyramid

2500 ft

Museums

Museum of Egyptian Modern Arts

1.2 mi

Sharia Salah Salem

Cairo Citadel

1.9 mi

Berenice Troglodytica

3300 ft

Outside of Cairo

Abu Sir Pyramids

3300 ft

Gibel Silsila

3300 ft

Saqqara

Mastaba of Mereruka

3300 ft

Saqqara

Serapeum

3300 ft

Beside Step Pyramid Saqqara

Mastaba of Kagemni

3300 ft

Between Step Pyramid and Serapeum

Mastaba of Ptah-Hotep and Akhti-Hotep

3300 ft

Thebes

3300 ft

Thebes

Tombs of the Nobles

3300 ft

Agilkia Island

4000 ft

In Front of the Egyptian Museum

Liberation Square

2700 ft

Elegant Voyage

3300 ft

Church

St Simon the Tanner Monastery

3300 ft

Al Moez Ldin Allah Al Fatmi

1.4 mi

Bridges

6th October Bridge

1.5 mi

Nearby

Gallery

Townhouse Gallery

1100 ft

11 محمد حجاج، معروف، قصر النيل، محافظة القاهرة‬،، Egypt

Downtown Cairo

1100 ft

Restaurants

Koshary Abou Tarek

1000 ft

Choppin ln Champollion

Soliman Pasha Fruits Juice

1600 ft

13 Talaat Harb St.

KFC

800 ft

38 Ragheb st. Off Mohamed Sayed Ahmed St. In Front Of Alex Bank

Koshary El Tahrir

400 ft

12 Youssef El Gendy St.

McDonald's

800 ft

42 Talaat Harb St. Downtown

Gad

1600 ft

Sharia Abdel Khalek Sarwat

Tamarai

2700 ft

2005 C Cornish El Nil Cairo Towers

3am hosny

2700 ft

Teruonf

El Gahsh Restaurant

4000 ft

13 Abdel Magid El Labban St. Off Port Said St.

Arabiata

4000 ft

10 Ibrahim St. El Korba Sq. Beside Starbucks Cafe

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

18%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Central location

Potentially low price

Filthy rooms

Unsafe atmosphere

5.0/10

Guest rating

Rooms

5.0

Location

5.0

Service

5.0

Dining

5.0

Samuel

United Kingdom, October 2024

5.0/10

This hotel experience was truly horrific. I was alarmed by the unsafe entrance and the utterly filthy conditions of the reception and room. The elevator felt like a scene from a horror movie, and everything was in disrepair. While the location seemed central, navigating the area was uncomfortable and stressful. I certainly wish I had spent more money on a better hotel, as my time here was ruined by the lack of cleanliness and safety.

Rooms

5.0

The room was alarmingly dirty, with sheets that looked unwashed and everything covered in dust.

Service

5.0

There was no real service to speak of; the dismal state of the hotel overshadowed any potential interactions.

Location

5.0

The entrance was in a dark, unsafe alley, which made me feel very uncomfortable, despite being near city attractions.

Dining

Facilities

5.0

The facilities were in a shocking state with a broken elevator and no real amenities available.

Jeff

United States of America, October 2024

5.0/10

My stay was a nightmare. The overall experience was poor due to dirty and unsafe rooms, with broken amenities, and rude service. The location might feel central, but the atmosphere was far from welcoming, especially if you're a female traveler. It's better to spend a little more for a safer, cleaner option.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were filthy with years worth of dust and dirt, and broken amenities. The bathroom was particularly concerning, with a toilet that didn't flush and drains that backed up.

Service

5.0

The service was dreadful and untrustworthy, with a creepy receptionist who completely crossed the line, making me feel unsafe.

Location

Dining

Facilities

5.0

Facilities were in disrepair, and I had issues with hot water and bugs in the room. The elevator was dodgy.

Central location

Filthy rooms

Philip

United States of America, October 2024

5.0/10

My stay at this hotel was far from pleasant. The entire place felt unsafe and grimy, starting from the dark alley entrance to the filthy reception area. The room was a nightmare, and I honestly couldn’t get out of there fast enough. I wouldn’t recommend this hotel to anyone; it’s not worth the money, and I felt more scared than comfortable during my stay.

Rooms

5.0

The room was beyond dirty with sticky sheets and questionable air conditioning that looked like it could fall at any moment. I can't even give it a rating above 1.

Service

5.0

The service was nonexistent, adding to the overall dreadful experience. I can't even rate it properly; it felt like we were just a bother.

Location

5.0

The location was terrifying, with the hotel entrance tucked away in a dark, dangerous alley. I'd rate it a 1 for safety reasons.

Dining

Facilities

Aaron

United Kingdom, September 2024

6.4/10

Rooms

Service

Location

Dining

Facilities

Jacob

United Kingdom, September 2024

5.0/10

Staying at this hotel was a nightmare from start to finish. The entrance is located in a very dark alley, which already sets a creepy tone. The poorly maintained facilities and filthy rooms made for an unpleasant experience. Even though I booked two rooms, they only provided one and made me feel unwelcome. I definitely wouldn't recommend this place to anyone, no matter how low the price seems.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were dirty and unsettling, with unwashed curtains and stained sheets.

Service

5.0

The service was unhelpful and rude, adding to the overall discomfort of the stay.

Location

5.0

The hotel is located in a very dangerous and dark alley, making it hard to feel safe.

Dining

Facilities

5.0

The facilities were not only creepy but also run-down, with a lot of maintenance issues.

Mike

United Kingdom, September 2024

5.0/10

I can't emphasize enough how horrible this hotel was. The rooms were terrifying and dirty, with creepy décor that felt like a horror movie set. The entrance was in a dangerous alley, and the reception was filthy and unwelcoming. I left feeling more anxious than ever. Save your money and stay somewhere else—this place is definitely not worth it.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were straight out of a horror film, unclean, and unsettling.

Service

5.0

The service was lacking, with unhelpful staff and a hostile atmosphere.

Location

5.0

The hotel is in a dark, dangerous alley, which was quite alarming.

Dining

Facilities

5.0

There were practically no facilities to speak of, and what was available felt unsafe.

William

United Kingdom, September 2024

5.0/10

My experience at this hotel was quite dreadful. The overall cleanliness was severely lacking, with filthy rooms, smelly linens, and broken amenities. The service was unfriendly and unhelpful, which made everything worse. Fortunately, the location offered easy access to some attractions, but it didn't make up for the terrifying experience inside the hotel. If you value your comfort and safety, I highly recommend looking elsewhere.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were filthy, with unclean floors, dirty sheets, and malfunctioning plumbing. Overall, they were far from comfortable.

Service

5.0

The staff was rude and unhelpful, contributing to an unpleasant stay.

Location

Dining

Facilities

5.0

Facilities were outdated and poorly maintained, with no working amenities. The elevator didn’t feel safe either.

Billy

United States of America, September 2024

5.0/10

Staying at this hotel felt like stepping into a horror movie. The cleanliness was non-existent, making it uncomfortable and unsafe. The staff was unhelpful and even alarming at times. It's definitely not worth your money, and I don’t recommend it unless you’re completely desperate.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were filthy and lacked basic hygiene. There were layers of dust and dirt, with broken amenities.

Service

5.0

The service was terrible, including a creepy staff member who invaded our privacy and stole from us.

Location

5.0

Finding the hotel was a challenge, and once there, it felt unsafe and off-putting.

Dining

Facilities

United States of America, September 2024

5.0/10

My stay at this hotel was incredibly disappointing. The common areas may look decent upon arrival, but the room conditions were unacceptable. It was dirty, with unclean floors and sheets, and I experienced issues with hot water throughout my stay. The creepy atmosphere and unsettling staff made me feel unsafe, and I urge others, especially solo female travelers, to avoid this place at all costs.

Rooms

5.0

The room was filthy with dirty floors and sheets. I had issues with hot water, which was unpredictable.

Service

5.0

The service was alarming; I felt unsafe with the staff, especially when one actually locked me out and stole my phone.

Location

Dining

Facilities

5.0

Facilities were in dire need of maintenance; the elevator was dodgy and there was no air conditioning or functioning plumbing.

Dan

United States of America, August 2024

5.0/10

I had a really unfortunate experience at this hotel. The rooms were filthy, and nothing seemed to be working properly, which made my stay very uncomfortable. I felt unsafe due to the situation with the staff, and I definitely wouldn't recommend this place. It's best to look elsewhere and spend a little more for a better experience.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were extremely dirty with smelly sheets and had various issues like a non-flushing toilet and a malfunctioning shower.

Service

5.0

The service was very poor; there was a creepy experience with a man at the reception who locked us out and even stole from our room.

Location

5.0

Located on a busy main road, it's super noisy at night, making it hard to get a good night's sleep.

Dining

Facilities

5.0