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Madina Hostel
Featuring a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, Madina Hostel is located in Cairo, a 3-minute walk from Tahrir Square.
Villa Layla
Featuring a garden, terrace and views of pool, Villa Layla is located in Cairo, 1.2 miles from Mosque of Ibn Tulun.
Landmark Hostel Cairo
Located in Cairo, a 3-minute walk from Tahrir Square, Landmark Hostel Cairo provides air-conditioned accommodations and a shared lounge.
DAR Pyramids View Inn - Rooftop
Located in Cairo and with Great Sphinx reachable within 1.5 miles, DAR Pyramids View Inn - Rooftop provides a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a bar.
Space Hostel
Located in Cairo and with Tahrir Square reachable within a 13-minute walk, Space Hostel has express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, free bikes, free WiFi throughout the property and a...
Heaven Hostel
Located within a 11-minute walk of Tahrir Square and 0.9 miles of The Egyptian Museum, Heaven Hostel has rooms in Cairo.
Zein Pyramids View - Guest House
Located in Cairo, a 9-minute walk from Great Sphinx, Zein Pyramids View - Guest House has accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace.
Champollion Hostel
Located in Cairo, a 5-minute walk from Tahrir Square, Champollion Hostel provides air-conditioned accommodations and a shared lounge.
Rihana pyramids hotel
Located in Cairo, 1.2 miles from Great Sphinx, Rihana pyramids hotel has accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.
ZLATO Pyramids View INN Hotel & Tours
Located in Cairo, 1.2 miles from Great Sphinx, ZLATO Pyramids View INN Hotel & Tours features views of the city.
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 140 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairo
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 3,663 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairo
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 516 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairo
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,223 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairo
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 591 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairo
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Excellent - What previous guests thought, 190 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairo
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9Good - What previous guests thought, 3,180 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairo
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,309 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairo
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Excellent - What previous guests thought, 204 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairo
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Excellent - What previous guests thought, 4,120 reviews
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Cairo Hub
CairoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Excellent - What previous guests thought, 354 reviewsWell set in the Downtown Cairo district of Cairo, Cairo Hub is located a few steps from Tahrir Square, a 5-minute walk from The Egyptian Museum and one mile from Cairo Tower.
From $52.33 per nightRotana Palace Suites
CairoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 6.7Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 591 reviewsRotana Palace Suites is offering accommodations in Cairo. Featuring a restaurant, the hostel is close to several noted attractions, around a 3-minute walk from Tahrir Square, 0.4 miles from The...
From $40.25 per nightMuseum Plaza
CairoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,309 reviewsAttractively set in the Downtown Cairo district of Cairo, Museum Plaza is located 2.1 miles from Al-Azhar Mosque, 2.4 miles from El Hussien Mosque and 2.9 miles from Mosque of Ibn Tulun.
From $127 per nightGolden Hotel Cairo
CairoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 7.3Good - What previous guests thought, 250 reviewsGolden Hotel Cairo is located in Cairo, 1.7 miles from Al-Azhar Mosque and 1.9 miles from El Hussien Mosque. This 3-star hostel offers a shared lounge, room service and free WiFi.
From $51.52 per nightEgyptian Night Hostel
CairoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 498 reviewsLocated in downtown Cairo overlooking the River Nile, Egyptian Night Hostel faces the Egyptian Musuem and is within a short walk from Sadat Metro Station.
From $61.18 per nightHeritage Hostel Cairo
CairoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,223 reviewsSet in Cairo, 1148 ft from Tahrir Square, Heritage Hostel Cairo features air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge.
From $57.15 per nightCecilia Hostel
CairoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,297 reviewsLocated 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.
From $36.06 per nightDahab Hostel
CairoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Excellent - What previous guests thought, 176 reviewsLocated in Cairo, Dahab Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.
From $33.80 per night
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Royal Home Hotel
CairoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 258 reviewsLocated within a 3-minute walk of Tahrir Square and 0.4 miles of The Egyptian Museum, Royal Home Hotel provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Cairo.
From $46 per nightCity Hotel
CairoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 7.0Good - What previous guests thought, 935 reviewsThe City Hotel is located in the center of Cairo, less than a 1-minute walk from the Egyptian Museum and Tahrir Square.
From $32.46 per nightPanorama New City
CairoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 7.4Good - What previous guests thought, 348 reviewsLocated within a 3-minute walk of Tahrir Square and 700 yards of The Egyptian Museum, Panorama New City has rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Cairo.
From $31.05 per nightElite Grand City
CairoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 7.1Good - What previous guests thought, 219 reviewsLocated within a 3-minute walk of Tahrir Square and half a mile of The Egyptian Museum, Elite Grand City provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Cairo.
From $31.05 per nightIsis Hostel 2
CairoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 159 reviewsLocated in Cairo, a 6-minute walk from Tahrir Square, Isis Hostel 2 features a shared lounge and views of the city.
From $41.04 per nightOsiris Hotel Cairo
CairoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very Good - What previous guests thought, 433 reviewsLocated in Downtown Cairo, Osiris Hotel is just a 1640 feet walk from the Egyptian Museum. It offers free Wi-Fi in public areas and a roof-top terrace that offers views of downtown Cairo.
From $28.98 per nightAbdeen Cairo Hostel
CairoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 233 reviewsFeaturing a shared lounge, bar and views of city, Abdeen Cairo Hostel is located in Cairo, a 13-minute walk from Tahrir Square.
From $32.20 per nightNour Hostel
CairoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Excellent - What previous guests thought, 731 reviewsLocated in Cairo, within a 12-minute walk of Tahrir Square and 1.4 miles of Al-Azhar Mosque, Nour Hostel has a shared lounge.
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Up Town Hotel
CairoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 3,663 reviewsLocated in Cairo and with Tahrir Square reachable within a 2-minute walk, Up Town Hotel has concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.
From $45.54 per nightMarhaba Inn Hostel
CairoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Excellent - What previous guests thought, 13 reviewsLocated in Cairo, a 3-minute walk from Tahrir Square, Marhaba Inn Hostel provides air-conditioned accommodations and a terrace.
From $58.65 per nightLa Bella Casa Hostel
CairoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Excellent - What previous guests thought, 62 reviewsLocated in Cairo and with Tahrir Square reachable within a 7-minute walk, La Bella Casa Hostel provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a...
From $20.47 per nightCairo Lodge Hostel
CairoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 10.0Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviewsCairo Lodge Hostel is located in Cairo, a 7-minute walk from Tahrir Square and half a mile from The Egyptian Museum.
From $21.74 per nightGreen hostel
CairoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Excellent - What previous guests thought, 204 reviewsLocated in Cairo and with Tahrir Square reachable within a 8-minute walk, Green hostel has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.
From $25.88 per nightAdamus Hostel
CairoCentral locationAdamus Hostel is located in Cairo, a 9-minute walk from Tahrir Square and 0.8 miles from The Egyptian Museum.
From $31.05 per nightHathor House
CairoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Excellent - What previous guests thought, 798 reviewsLocated within 1.6 miles of Cairo Tower and 1.8 miles of El Hussien Mosque, Hathor House provides rooms in Cairo.
From $80.50 per nightElwasim Plaza
CairoCentral locationLocated within a 6-minute walk of Tahrir Square and 0.6 miles of The Egyptian Museum, Elwasim Plaza provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Cairo.
From $69 per night
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- Avg. price/night: $32.20Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 93 reviewsQuiet, 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 byLaurenYoung couple
- Avg. price/night: $56.93Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 591 reviewsThe 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 byidamacelaSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $29.62Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Excellent - What previous guests thought, 610 reviewsAfter 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 byLinasKKSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $51.53Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,505 reviewsGreat location, very clean, best breakfast and the best hostel beds!Guest review byMiraSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $16.16Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very Good - What previous guests thought, 158 reviewsReally nice staff. The hotel feels safe even if the area isn’t the best. Recommends for a budget friendly option hostel.Guest review byPilorgeSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $36.06Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,297 reviewsGeorge, Antoni and all the staff were so helpful and friendly Great location and even though it's very central there wasn't too much noise from the traffic. Really nice vibe in the hostel. Would recommend as a cheap but decent spot to stay in Cairo.Guest review byEmilyYoung couple
