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The best hostels in Cairo

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Life Pyramids Inn

Giza, Cairo

Located in the Giza district of Cairo, Life Pyramids Inn offers a bar. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

G
Geraci
From
Netherlands
The hosts were really friendly, they even gave me a free upgrade to a room with pyramid view! The breakfast view is also amazing with a view of all 3 pyramids.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,021 reviews
Price from
£23.15
1 night, 2 adults

Cecilia Hostel

Cairo

Located in the heart of Cairo, this hostel is 10 minutes’ walk from the Egyptian Museum and the Nile. It has a terrace and rooms with a balcony. Free Wi-Fi is available.

A
Ana
From
Croatia
Stuff was so so nice! Like you are there with your friends and not people who you met for the first time! Terrace is so cool.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,140 reviews
Price from
£22.82
1 night, 2 adults

Swisstay Downtown Cairo

Downtown Cairo, Cairo

Situated in the Downtown Cairo district of Cairo, Swisstay Downtown Cairo provides a shared lounge and a terrace.

H
H
From
Japan
The staff were very friendly and thoughtfull and the hotel was modern and clean. It was absolute delight staying right in the heart of downtown.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 264 reviews
Price from
£24.12
1 night, 2 adults

Rivera Cairo Hostel

Cairo

Boasting a shared lounge, Rivera Cairo Hostel is situated in Cairo. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

M
Mahmoud Magdy
From
Hungary
We had an amazing stay at this hostel! The staff welcomed us with such warmth and made us feel at home from the moment we arrived. A special thanks to Zeinab, who was incredibly kind and friendly. She even surprised us with a complimentary upgrade to a suite, which made our stay even more special. The traditional Egyptian breakfast was absolutely delicious, with fresh and authentic flavors every morning. The hostel was clean, comfortable, and had a wonderful atmosphere. The location was also convenient, making it easy to explore the area. I highly recommend this hostel to anyone looking for a friendly, comfortable, and memorable place to stay. I would definitely come back again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 192 reviews
Price from
£24.26
1 night, 2 adults

Marhaba Inn Hostel

Downtown Cairo, Cairo

Marhaba Inn Hostel features air-conditioned rooms with satellite flat-screen TV in the Downtown Cairo district of Cairo. Boasting a concierge service, this property also provides guests with a...

W
Wei
From
Germany
Everything is fine. One of the best hostel I have stayed!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 152 reviews
Price from
£38.29
1 night, 2 adults

Villa Layla Hostel

Cairo

Villa Layla Hostel in Cairo provides adults-only accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and a terrace.

E
Elmira
From
Kazakhstan
The most comfortable hotel in Cairo
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 450 reviews
Price from
£28.08
1 night, 2 adults

Landmark Hostel Cairo

Downtown Cairo, Cairo

Set in the Downtown Cairo district of Cairo, Landmark Hostel Cairo provides a shared lounge. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi.

M
Malcolm Michel
From
South Africa
The facilities, the cleanliness and the amazing staff Awesome place also had a wonderful breakfast. In fact when I had to leave early they gave me a packed lunch box. How nice was that for me that's impressive
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 557 reviews
Price from
£30.33
1 night, 2 adults

DAR Pyramids View Inn - Rooftop

Giza, Cairo

Located in Cairo and with Great Sphinx reachable within 2.4 km, DAR Pyramids View Inn - Rooftop provides a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a bar.

A
Ainārs
From
Latvia
Great and modern hotel at the 14th floor of Giza apartment building with friendly staff and excellent view to the pyramids.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 688 reviews
Price from
£48.95
1 night, 2 adults

Space Hostel

Cairo

Space Hostel in Cairo has free bikes and a shared lounge. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and luggage storage space for guests.

K
Konstantinos
From
United States
Space Cairo is in a fantastic central location, giving you easy access to tourist attractions while immersing you in the authentic atmosphere of downtown Cairo. The hosts are incredibly hospitable, making check-in seamless. The room was clean, spacious, and well-maintained.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 516 reviews
Price from
£24.23
1 night, 2 adults

Heaven Hostel

Cairo

Heaven Hostel is located in Cairo. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and luggage storage for guests.

L
Lee
From
Australia
This was a perfect place to end our stay in Egypt. We wished we stayed here during our first days in Cairo we were that impressed. Right from the (very early) start, the staff were kind, helpful, and went above and beyond to help us. The room was ideal, with great views of Cairo, and a location that is difficult to beat. Highly recommend staying here and do take the advice for restaurants to eat at, the food was very good!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 719 reviews
Price from
£25.02
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 264 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 478 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 450 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 500 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 964 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 995 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 461 reviews

Save money on hostels in Cairo and nearby – budget options available

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,473 reviews

happy life hostel

9 Oraby 8 floor
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.3
Passable - What previous guests thought, 531 reviews

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 264 reviews

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 478 reviews

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 450 reviews

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 989 reviews

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 500 reviews

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 964 reviews

Great access to the city centre. Check these hostels in Cairo and nearby

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,245 reviews

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 569 reviews

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 118 reviews

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 841 reviews

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 480 reviews

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 99 reviews

No credit card needed to book these hostels in Cairo and nearby

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Hathor House

17 Kasr Al Nile
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 995 reviews

Zanobians

9 عرابي
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.8
Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 201 reviews

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 688 reviews

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 828 reviews

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,410 reviews

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,242 reviews

Cairo Crown Inn

2 Mazloum Basha
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 316 reviews

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 853 reviews

FAQ about hostels in Cairo

On average, a hostel in Cairo costs £22 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
The average price per night for a hostel in Cairo for this weekend is £34 (based on Booking.com prices).
The average price of a hostel in Cairo for this evening is £35 (based on Booking.com prices).
Many families visiting Cairo enjoyed staying at Marhaba Inn Hostel, Makan Pyramids View and Swisstay Downtown Cairo.
Life Pyramids Inn, Cecilia Hostel and Rivera Cairo Hostel are some of our most popular hostels in Cairo.
For hostels in Cairo that serve up a highly-rated breakfast, try Giza Pyramids Inn, Princess Pyramids View Inn and Pyramids Glory Inn.
These hostels in Cairo are highly rated by couples: The view Golden Pyramids, Makan Pyramids View and Queen West Pyramids View.
Matto Pyramids Inn, Pyramids Glory Inn and Makan Pyramids View have received great reviews from guests in Cairo regarding the views from these hostels.

Hostels that guests love in Cairo

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Avg. price/night: £28.46
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 192 reviews
Quiet, clean room in a great location downtown. Friendly staff who were happy to help with anything we needed. Great quality for the price. Best hostel we've stayed in in Cairo. We'll definitely stay here next time we visit!
Guest review byLauren
Young couple
Avg. price/night: £44.67
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 706 reviews
The hostel is conveniently located in the city center of Cairo. There are restaurants and hidden cafes nearby which made it appealing for me. My small private room was cute with a comfortable bed, AC, bathroom and perfect for a night stay. In addition, the hostel offers dormitory rooms for solo travelers. I felt very safe when walking in the area alone. The staff was friendly, kind, and helpful. Thank you for letting me use the washer.
Guest review byidamacela
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: £16.20
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 471 reviews
After reading some horror stories about budget hotels / hostels of Cairo I didn't know what to expect, but the Freedom Hostel turned out great. Awesome staff, great location, comfy beds, cleanliness, good breakfast.
Guest review byLinasKK
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: £40.99
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,242 reviews
Great location, very clean, best breakfast and the best hostel beds!
Guest review byMira
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: £17.19
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 133 reviews
Really nice staff. The hotel feels safe even if the area isn’t the best. Recommends for a budget friendly option hostel.
Guest review byPilorge
Solo traveller

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