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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.

O
Ouardiri
From
France
It is said that home is where the heart is. Well this place can definitely be called Home. Amazing place ! Big thanks to the staff and the true owners of this place, Layla and Salvador. 😸 🐾
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 135 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, 114 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.

A
Abdoulahi
From
United States Minor Outlying Islands
Breathtaking view of the Pyramids
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 234 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, 380 reviews
Price from
$29.17
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.

H
Habiba
From
Austria
It’s very nice hostel it new one I love to stay in that hotel and amr Emad is amazing it’s helped me to go to the Giza and Ashrf it’s really good man and He received me from the airport with the handsome face 😊
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 422 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.

J
Jinto James
From
United Arab Emirates
Awesome place..this is family run place and the owner and his wife treat you like their own family ..i mean this wen I say..I felt like am staying with my brother...just go for it..and the pyramid view room..awesome...
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 111 reviews
Price from
$9.72
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
María
From
Argentina
They are simply awesome. The facilities are great, very comfortable and the staff is great! I would definitely recommend this place for your stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 675 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

Lighthouse Hotel

Cairo

Located in Cairo, a 11-minute walk from Tahrir Square, Lighthouse Hotel features a shared lounge and views of the city.

B
Beshr Amin
From
Netherlands
I had a wonderful experience at this hotel. The staff were very kind, professional, and always ready to help with a smile. They made me feel welcome and comfortable throughout my stay. The hotel is clean, well-maintained, and offers a pleasant atmosphere. I truly appreciated the warm hospitality and excellent service. Highly recommended!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews
Price from
$44.55
1 night, 2 adults

Grand Golden Pyramids

Giza, Cairo

Well set in the Giza district of Cairo, Grand Golden Pyramids is located a 5-minute walk from Great Sphinx, 0.9 miles from Giza Pyramids and 10 miles from Cairo Tower.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Price from
$40.50
1 night, 2 adults
All hostels in Cairo

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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 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,643 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 177 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 512 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,224 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 234 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 682 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,205 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 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 198 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

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

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, 3,643 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, 353 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, 1,305 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, 259 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 682 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
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 935 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 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 356 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.

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

  • 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.

  • Golden Hotel Cairo

    Cairo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 250 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, 500 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, 1,224 reviews

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

  • Cecilia Hostel

    Cairo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,304 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.

  • Dahab Hostel

    Cairo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 174 reviews

    Located in Cairo, Dahab Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

  • Champollion Hostel

    Cairo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 675 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, 796 reviews

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

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  • 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 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 438 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.

  • 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 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 79 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 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 186 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, 216 reviews

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

  • African House Hostel

    Cairo
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 75 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge and views of city, African House Hostel is located in Cairo, 1.1 miles from Tahrir Square.

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 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 92 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, 591 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: $21.90
    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: $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, 1,304 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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