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Madina Hostel

Downtown Cairo, Cairo

Featuring a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, Madina Hostel is located in Cairo, a 3-minute walk from Tahrir Square.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,512 reviews
Price from
$40
1 night, 2 adults

Villa Layla

Cairo

Featuring a garden, terrace and views of pool, Villa Layla is located in Cairo, 1.2 miles from Mosque of Ibn Tulun.

K
Kari
From
Canada
I stayed in one of the private rooms and it was fabulous. Such a beautiful hostel/hotel. The staff are helpful, met an owner and he is lovely. The hotel was even more beautiful to me than in the pictures. Beautifully decorated, lots of details to look at and admire. I stayed here twice and I would go back again if I return to Cairo. Also, rooms were super clean, breakfast is inexpensive, healthy, and delicious! Also, neighbourhood is interesting and safe for a solo female to walk around. The house is tucked behind a gate and is a quiet place away from Cairo’s noisy traffic.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 133 reviews
Price from
$45
1 night, 2 adults

Landmark Hostel Cairo

Downtown Cairo, Cairo

Located in Cairo, a 3-minute walk from Tahrir Square, Landmark Hostel Cairo provides air-conditioned accommodations and a shared lounge.

B
Billy
From
Greece
The location was amazing, right on the square of the old museum so very central in downtown Cairo. The staff was great, very kind people and helpful. I have already booked my second stay with them when I'm back in cairo after traveling around the country!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 111 reviews
Price from
$14.40
1 night, 2 adults

DAR Pyramids View Inn - Rooftop

Giza, Cairo

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.

S
Sarah
From
United Kingdom
This hotel has the very best views of the pyramids! It's set on the 14th floor of a building so the vista is superior - far better than the rooftops in front of the pyramids. Mohammed, Bilal, Ibrahim and the rest of the team were amazing hosts. They made us feel so welcome and helped us with every tiny question or problem. There was no hidden agenda, they were just happy to host us. There was a delicious breakfast cooked to order in the mornings. 1000% recommend Dar!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 232 reviews
Price from
$59.50
1 night, 2 adults

Space Hostel

Cairo

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...

A
Anh Tuan
From
Vietnam
Very enthusiastic and responsible staff, room has window with fresh air.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 378 reviews
Price from
$26.71
1 night, 2 adults

Farsha Pyramids Inn

Giza, Cairo

Farsha Pyramids Inn features an outdoor swimming pool, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Cairo.

Y
Yana
From
Russia
This hotel is very cozy and beautiful. I’m lucky to choose this place among all others. The view is stunning, a picture from a dream:) my room had everything needed, clean comfortable bed, hot shower, WiFi. All furniture is new. Location is super central. I liked the food in the hotel as well. And a very important for every traveler is service, the staff is extremely warm, helpful and friendly, and the owner is just the best I’ve ever met, he will do everything to make your trip unforgettable, with best tour guides and tips for travels. I booked a private tour to the pyramids, but I wish I had more time to explore more places. Highly recommended and thanks for everything! I’ll come back.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews
Price from
$110
1 night, 2 adults

Heaven Hostel

Cairo

Located within a 11-minute walk of Tahrir Square and 0.9 miles of The Egyptian Museum, Heaven Hostel has rooms in Cairo.

A
Arslan
From
Kuwait
Perfect location with fresh breakfast and very kind and helpful staff amazing and clean rooms Special thanks to amr and ahmed and the lady on the reception ❤️
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 418 reviews
Price from
$24.99
1 night, 2 adults

Zein Pyramids View - Guest House

Giza, Cairo

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.

A
Alexandr
From
Russia
The host and his family were very nice and hospitable. They guided me to the room during the night and served tasty Egyptian breakfast. My main goal was to visit the Pyramids of Giza and the entrance point was only 3 mins of stroll. There is also a nice view from the room and renovated bathroom. Amazing value for its money! Some tips for travelers - keep in mind that this is very suburban area and if you’d like to visit Pyramids in the early morning, there are a lot of dogs here. I live in country without street dogs and it was a little bit confusing. They are not aggressive, but if you are going to the earliest opening hour at 7.30, there will be mostly you and dogs at the street.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 111 reviews
Price from
$8.91
1 night, 2 adults

Champollion Hostel

Downtown Cairo, Cairo

Located in Cairo, a 5-minute walk from Tahrir Square, Champollion Hostel provides air-conditioned accommodations and a shared lounge.

M
Milan
From
United Kingdom
I cannot recommend enough Champollion Hostel. The stuff (kind and polite), the location (very centrally located), the rooms (spacious and new), the vibe (nice atmosphere all over the place): everything was memorable and acceptable on various different levels. The staff (Thank you Eslam!) have organized 3 sightseeing trips for me: each time it went smooth and according to plan. Also I would like to sincerely thank (another) Eslam, my driver, for showing me the sights in Alexandria, Giza and Cairo! Cheers guys, Milan
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 673 reviews
Price from
$30
1 night, 2 adults

Rihana pyramids hotel

Giza, Cairo

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.

Y
Yoshinori
From
Japan
The manager is the nicest man ever.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews
Price from
$22.68
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travelers know there's 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 little more.

Most booked hostels in Cairo and surrounding area in the past month

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  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,838 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,637 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,314 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,219 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,223 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 511 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 232 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 677 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 197 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 4,128 reviews

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

  • Cairo Hub

    Cairo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 350 reviews

    Well 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.

  • Rotana Palace Suites

    Cairo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 677 reviews

    Rotana 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...

  • Landmark Hostel Cairo

    Cairo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 111 reviews

    Located in Cairo, a 3-minute walk from Tahrir Square, Landmark Hostel Cairo provides air-conditioned accommodations and a shared lounge.

  • Museum Plaza

    Cairo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,314 reviews

    Attractively 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.

  • Madina Hostel

    Cairo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,512 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, Madina Hostel is located in Cairo, a 3-minute walk from Tahrir Square.

  • Golden Hotel Cairo

    Cairo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 252 reviews

    Golden 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.

  • Egyptian Night Hostel

    Cairo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 504 reviews

    Located in downtown Cairo overlooking the River Nile, Egyptian Night Hostel faces the Egyptian Musuem and is within a short walk from Sadat Metro Station.

  • Heritage Hostel Cairo

    Cairo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,223 reviews

    Set in Cairo, 1148 ft from Tahrir Square, Heritage Hostel Cairo features air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge.

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

  • Up Town Hotel

    Cairo
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,637 reviews

    Located 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,306 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, Tahrir Square Hostel is located in Cairo, a few steps from Tahrir Square.

  • Royal Home Hotel

    Cairo
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 257 reviews

    Located 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.

  • City Hotel

    Cairo
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 937 reviews

    The City Hotel is located in the center of Cairo, less than a 1-minute walk from the Egyptian Museum and Tahrir Square.

  • Panorama New City

    Cairo
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 353 reviews

    Located 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.

  • Elite Grand City

    Cairo
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 223 reviews

    Located 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.

  • Marhaba Inn Hostel

    Cairo
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

    Located in Cairo, a 3-minute walk from Tahrir Square, Marhaba Inn Hostel provides air-conditioned accommodations and a terrace.

  • Cecilia Hostel

    Cairo
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,306 reviews

    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.

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

  • Isis Hostel 2

    Cairo
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 161 reviews

    Located in Cairo, a 6-minute walk from Tahrir Square, Isis Hostel 2 features a shared lounge and views of the city.

  • Osiris Hotel Cairo

    Cairo
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 436 reviews

    Located 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.

  • Abdeen Cairo Hostel

    Cairo
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 226 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, bar and views of city, Abdeen Cairo Hostel is located in Cairo, a 13-minute walk from Tahrir Square.

  • Nour Hostel

    Cairo
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 738 reviews

    Located in Cairo, within a 12-minute walk of Tahrir Square and 1.4 miles of Al-Azhar Mosque, Nour Hostel has a shared lounge.

  • Cairo Golden Plaza Hostel

    Cairo
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Conveniently located in the Downtown Cairo district of Cairo, Cairo Golden Plaza Hostel is located a 13-minute walk from Tahrir Square, 1.4 miles from Al-Azhar Mosque and a 14-minute walk from The...

  • Mesho Cairo Hostel

    Cairo
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 77 reviews

    Mesho Cairo Hostel provides rooms in Cairo near Tahrir Square and The Egyptian Museum.

  • Venice Hosokawaya

    Cairo
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 185 reviews

    Located in Cairo, a 16-minute walk from Tahrir Square, Venice Hosokawaya has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

  • Azar Boutique Hotel

    Cairo
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 218 reviews

    Azar Hotel is centrally located in Historic Center ( Cairo Downtown ).

FAQ about hostels in Cairo

Hostels that guests love in Cairo

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  • Avg. price/night: $32.20
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 91 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 by
    Lauren
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $59
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 590 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 by
    idamacela
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $23.18
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 612 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 by
    LinasKK
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $51.53
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,512 reviews
    Great location, very clean, best breakfast and the best hostel beds!
    Guest review by
    Mira
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $14.14
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 156 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 by
    Pilorge
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $36.06
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,306 reviews
    George, 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 by
    Emily
    Young couple

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