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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.

J
Jan
From
Czech Republic
everything is perfect, just some bar or restaurant in missing.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,518 reviews
Price from
$40
1 night, 2 adults

Villa Layla

Cairo

Villa Layla in Cairo provides adults only accommodations with a garden and a terrace.

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, 126 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.

M
Mahmoud
From
Egypt
Very Cleanless and friendly staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews
Price from
$14.40
1 night, 2 adults

Green hostel

Cairo

Located 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.

E
Elvira
From
Russia
The location is good It is quite cheap There's a kitchen
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 196 reviews
Price from
$12.16
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, 227 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...

H
Hussein
From
Belgium
My family really enjoy the stay there. The receptionist were very helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 377 reviews
Price from
$33.66
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.

M
Mayssa
From
Norway
Nice stay High-class service and delicious food Clean place Excellent location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews
Price from
$120
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.

T
Thamir
From
Saudi Arabia
Wonderful hotel, centrally located, clean and tidy, AC is ice cold, showers hot and clean, exceptional staff, very helpful, this is the only place I will stay in Cair. Special thanks to Shahad and Saeed . And all the wonderful staff. I will be back.
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.

M
Mohammed
From
Egypt
Friendly staff and clean room
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.

U
Ufuk
From
Turkey
Great location, clean rooms and helpful people
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 673 reviews
Price from
$30
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 9.9
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,316 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,628 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,221 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,246 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 196 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 666 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 509 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 227 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 4,132 reviews

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

  • Sun Hostel Cairo

    Cairo
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 219 reviews

    Located in Cairo and with Tahrir Square reachable within a 2-minute walk, Sun Hostel Cairo provides concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a...

  • Royal Home Hotel

    Cairo
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 258 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.

  • Rotana Palace Suites

    Cairo
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 666 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...

  • City Hotel

    Cairo
    No credit card needed
    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
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 346 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
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 222 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.

  • Isis Hostel 2

    Cairo
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 160 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.

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  • Up Town Hotel

    Cairo
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,628 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.

  • Cairo Hub

    Cairo
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 348 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,309 reviews

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

  • Marhaba Inn Hostel

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

    Well situated in the Downtown Cairo district of Cairo, Marhaba Inn Hostel is located a 3-minute walk from Tahrir Square, 500 yards from The Egyptian Museum and 1.1 miles from Cairo Tower.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 104 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
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,316 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
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,518 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
    Central location
    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.

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

  • Egyptian Night Hostel

    Cairo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 505 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.

  • Cecilia Hostel

    Cairo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,310 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.

  • Champollion Hostel

    Cairo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 673 reviews

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

  • Hathor House

    Cairo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 793 reviews

    Located within 1.6 miles of Cairo Tower and 1.8 miles of El Hussien Mosque, Hathor House provides rooms in Cairo.

  • Elwasim Plaza

    Cairo
    Budget options available

    Located 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.

  • Cairo Crown Inn

    Cairo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, Cairo Crown Inn offers accommodations in Cairo, a 7-minute walk from Tahrir Square and 0.6 miles from The Egyptian Museum.

  • Holy Sheet Hostel

    Cairo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,166 reviews

    Located in Cairo and with Tahrir Square reachable within less than 1969 feet, Holy Sheet Hostel features concierge services, rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a garden.

  • Rivera Cairo Hostel

    Cairo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews

    Located in Cairo, a 10-minute walk from Tahrir Square, Rivera Cairo Hostel features a shared lounge and views of the city.

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, 589 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, 609 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: $64.41
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,518 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, 155 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, 1,310 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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