Title: Kaysons Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Kaysons Hotel Hotel in Hyderabad with free breakfast and free valet parking ## Photo gallery for Kaysons Hotel ![Front of property - Kaysons Hotel (Hyderabad)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121470000/121469400/121469318/d8867f47.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Reception - Kaysons Hotel (Hyderabad)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121470000/121469400/121469318/37d5f8ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Double or Twin Room, City View | Bathroom | Slippers - Kaysons Hotel (Hyderabad)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121470000/121469400/121469318/f654cf48.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Room | In-room safe, free WiFi - Kaysons Hotel (Hyderabad)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121470000/121469400/121469318/59eb0025.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![In-room safe, free WiFi - Kaysons Hotel (Hyderabad)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121470000/121469400/121469318/9c71d12f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Kaysons Hotel provides amenities, such as free full breakfast and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Laundry room - Housekeeping - 24/7 front desk ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 16 - Jan 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-17&selected=121469318&PinnedHotelID=121469318&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-17&selected=121469318&PinnedHotelID=121469318&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 17 - Jan 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-17&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=121469318&PinnedHotelID=121469318&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-17&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=121469318&PinnedHotelID=121469318&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 16 - Jan 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=121469318&PinnedHotelID=121469318&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=121469318&PinnedHotelID=121469318&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 23 - Jan 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=121469318&PinnedHotelID=121469318&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=121469318&PinnedHotelID=121469318&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds 1 bed Showing 2 of 2 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room, City View ![Standard Double or Twin Room, City View | In-room safe, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121470000/121469400/121469318/5c803b18.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double or Twin Room, City View ### Highlights Air conditioning Fridge Washer/dryer Private bathroom Computer monitor Daily housekeeping In-room safe Mobile key entry - 270 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Deluxe Room ![Deluxe Room | In-room safe, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121470000/121469400/121469318/59eb0025.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room ### Highlights Washer/dryer Computer monitor Daily housekeeping In-room safe Printer Mobile key entry - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHyderabad-Hotels-Kaysons-Hotel.h121469318.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHyderabad-Hotels-Kaysons-Hotel.h121469318.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Shamshabad, a neighbourhood in Hyderabad, is home to Kaysons Hotel. Numaish and Nehru Zoological Park are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Laad Baazar and GVK One Mall. Moula Ali Dargah and Krazi Chiks are also worth visiting. [Visit our Hyderabad travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hyderabad.dx6053329) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C17.26179%2C78.38722&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=YZY5RwcBInwBVSsyaCDWamxp5DQ=) PLO ,SHAMSHABAD,23-183/2 MADHURA NAGAR O, HYDERABAD TELENGANA, Hyderabad, VINAY KUMAR, 500108 ### What's nearby - Mir Alam Tank \- 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile - U.S. Consulate General \- 30 min drive \- 15.0 miles - Charminar \- 37 min drive \- 11.8 miles - Hussain Sagar Lake \- 47 min drive \- 15.3 miles - Golconda Fort \- 48 min drive \- 12.9 miles ### Getting around - Umdanagar Station - 11 min walk - Hyderabad (HYD-Rajiv Gandhi Intl.) - 14 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Cafe Niloufer - ‬9 min drive - ‪Café Coffee Day - ‬10 min walk - ‪Bikanervala - ‬10 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Coffee Club - ‬9 min drive ## About this property ### Kaysons Hotel Hotel located in Shamshabad Kaysons Hotel provides amenities, such as free full breakfast and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks such as: - Free self-parking and valet parking - Express check-in, a 24-hour front desk and smoke-free property - Luggage storage Room features All guest rooms at Kaysons Hotel offer amenities, such as free WiFi and computer monitors, as well as printers and safes. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices) - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free secured, covered self parking on site - Free secured valet parking on site - Limited on-site valet and self parking ### Food and drink - Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM ### Family friendly - All-in-one washing machine/dryer - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Lockers - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Slippers ### More - All-in-one washer/dryer - Computer monitor - Free daily newspapers - Mobile key entry - Printer - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; check-in end time: 10:30 AM Late check-in fee: INR 1000 for check-in between 11:30 AM and 6:30 PM Express check-in available Minimum check-in age - 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Late check-in fee: INR 1000 for check-in between 11:30 AM and 6:30 PM The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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, debit cards and cash Property Registration Number S If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Kaysons Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Kaysons Hotel? ### What time is check-in at Kaysons Hotel? ### What time is check-out at Kaysons Hotel? ### Where is Kaysons Hotel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ---