6th Floor Calm Above Cairo's Busiest Street — From $17/Night
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OTA prices based on Booking.com average for standard room. Direct prices available via our website or WhatsApp.
Our Rooms
11 rooms — from dorm beds to studio apartments
Dorm Bed
Budget-friendly dorm bed in the iconic Yacoubian Building. Includes breakfast and all shared amenities.
Single Room
Private single room with city views. Your own quiet space on the 6th floor above the bustle.
Double Room
Private double with balcony overlooking Talaat Harb Street. En-suite bathroom, all the comforts you need.
Family / Quadruple Room
Spacious family room with balcony. Perfect for families exploring Cairo on a budget.
Studio / Apartment
Extended stay option with full kitchen. Feel at home in the heart of Cairo.
The 6th Floor View
Above the Bustle,
Inside the Story.
From the 6th floor of the Yacoubian Building, you'll look down on one of Cairo's most vibrant streets — Talaat Harb, where shops, cafes, and daily life unfold below your balcony. Up here, it's peaceful. The staff (rated 9.80/10) will even make breakfast early if you have an early departure. Two sister properties in one legendary building — budget comfort meets literary history.
What Guests Say
Real reviews from verified travelers
“Staff were friendly and flexible — we arrived at 3 AM and they prepared breakfast 30 minutes early for us. Wi-Fi actually worked perfectly. Breakfast was the best we had during our trip.”
Simone Mechini
Italy · August 2025
“Perfect location... very relaxing and comfortable. Room is basic but very clean and everything works! Best service I encountered in Egypt!”
Viki Lien
Vietnam · October 2025
“Amazing hostel and even better staff! Rooms are super clean, have AC, hot water, and delicious breakfast.”
Steven Ennis
USA · June 2024
“Breakfast was amazing!! Honestly better than a bunch of hotel breakfast whilst in Egypt.”
Mikaela Feronia
Sweden · May 2024
“Ahmed, Mohammed, Abdul and Omar were really nice. The man downstairs Abdelitif always made sure I was safe and found my Ubers. Felt like my home in Cairo.”
Hostelworld Guest
United Kingdom · 2024
“Reception staff Ranya and Mohammed provide a superb level of hospitality as if it is a 5 stars hotel.”
TripAdvisor Guest
Netherlands · 2024
“Staff were friendly and flexible — we arrived at 3 AM and they prepared breakfast 30 minutes early for us. Wi-Fi actually worked perfectly. Breakfast was the best we had during our trip.”
Simone Mechini
Italy · August 2025
“Perfect location... very relaxing and comfortable. Room is basic but very clean and everything works! Best service I encountered in Egypt!”
Viki Lien
Vietnam · October 2025
“Amazing hostel and even better staff! Rooms are super clean, have AC, hot water, and delicious breakfast.”
Steven Ennis
USA · June 2024
“Breakfast was amazing!! Honestly better than a bunch of hotel breakfast whilst in Egypt.”
Mikaela Feronia
Sweden · May 2024
“Ahmed, Mohammed, Abdul and Omar were really nice. The man downstairs Abdelitif always made sure I was safe and found my Ubers. Felt like my home in Cairo.”
Hostelworld Guest
United Kingdom · 2024
“Reception staff Ranya and Mohammed provide a superb level of hospitality as if it is a 5 stars hotel.”
TripAdvisor Guest
Netherlands · 2024
“Location is great, downtown. Rooms are surprisingly quiet. Very private, not a lot of people in the common areas.”
Gabriela Cordero
Costa Rica · May 2024
“Location is great, right in the middle of downtown Cairo close to the metro station. Thanks to Mody Refat and Om Omar for making our stay very comfortable.”
Booking.com Guest
Egypt · 2025
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Location
34 Talaat Harb Street, 6th Floor, Downtown Cairo
How Close Is Everything?
Gamal Abdel Nasser Metro
200m · 2 min walk
Tahrir Square
750m · 10 min walk
Egyptian Museum
750m · 10 min walk
Felfela Restaurant
450m · 3 min walk
Khan Al Khalili
1.7 km · 20 min walk
Address: 34 Talaat Harb Street, 6th Floor, Downtown Cairo, Egypt
Annual Event
Crazy Nights International Dance Festival
July 15–22, 2026
40+ hours of workshops, galas, competitions, desert parties, and cultural tours celebrating oriental and folklore dance.
20% off hotel bookings for festival guests
Learn More About the FestivalMeet the Team
The people guests write home about
Mohammed
Reception
Provides '5-star hospitality' according to guests. Always ready to help with anything you need.
Ahmed
Front Desk
Praised for helpfulness. Part of the team that earns Nour its 9.80/10 staff score.
Ranya
Reception
Another pillar of '5-star hospitality.' Makes every guest feel welcome and cared for.
Abdelitif
Building Doorman
Helps with safety and finding Ubers. The friendly face at the elevator who looks out for every guest.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before your stay
Yes! Both properties are in the iconic Yacoubian Building at 34 Talaat Harb Street. Miami Cairo is on the 2nd floor, Nour Hostel is on the 6th floor. If Nour is full, ask about availability at Miami Cairo.
Yes — despite being on one of Cairo's busiest streets, the 6th floor provides surprising tranquility. Multiple guests describe the rooms as 'surprisingly quiet.'
Yes! Continental breakfast is included with every booking. Guests rate it 8.80/10 — 'the best breakfast we had during our trip.' Staff will even prepare breakfast early for early departures.
Yes, we have 24-hour reception and security. Multiple guests mention arriving at 3 AM without any issues.
Book directly via WhatsApp to save up to 35% compared to booking platforms. Dorm beds start from $17/night direct.
Yes! We have a shared kitchen for guests, plus a shared lounge and TV room. Some of our studio/apartment rooms also include a private kitchen.
Crazy Nights is an international oriental and folklore dance festival hosted by our owner Mohamed Atta every July. Festival guests get 20% off hotel bookings at all our properties.