Hostels in Cairo
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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.
Cairo Casa Hotel
Cairo Casa Hotel is located in Cairo, within 1.5 miles of Al-Azhar Mosque and 1.8 miles of El Hussien Mosque.
Pyramids Glory Inn
Pyramids Glory Inn has free bikes, garden, a shared lounge and terrace 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 within a 5-minute walk of Tahrir Square and 600 yards of The Egyptian Museum, Champollion Hostel provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Cairo.
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 3,771 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairo
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,317 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairo
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 154 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairo
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,213 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairo
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 172 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairo
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Excellent - What previous guests thought, 232 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairo
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Sun Hostel Cairo
CairoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 6.2Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 206 reviewsLocated 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...
From EGP 2,132.48 per nightCity Hotel
CairoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 7.3Good - What previous guests thought, 939 reviewsThe City Hotel is located in the center of Cairo, less than a 1-minute walk from the Egyptian Museum and Tahrir Square.
From EGP 1,544.98 per nightPanorama New City
CairoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 7.4Good - What previous guests thought, 353 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 EGP 1,477.98 per nightElite Grand City
CairoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 6.9Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 223 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 EGP 1,477.98 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 EGP 1,953.50 per nightOsiris Hotel Cairo
CairoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Excellent - What previous guests thought, 425 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 EGP 2,207.12 per nightAbdeen Cairo Hostel
CairoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 251 reviewsFeaturing a shared lounge, bar and views of city, Abdeen Cairo Hostel is located in Cairo, a 13-minute walk from Tahrir Square.
From EGP 1,532.72 per nightCairo Golden Plaza Hostel
CairoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1 reviewConveniently 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...
From EGP 1,813.56 per night
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Up Town Hotel
CairoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 3,771 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 EGP 2,808.16 per nightCairo Hub
CairoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Excellent - What previous guests thought, 373 reviewsWell set in the Downtown Cairo district of Cairo, Cairo Hub is located a few steps from Tahrir Square, a 6-minute walk from The Egyptian Museum and one mile from Cairo Tower.
From EGP 2,391.04 per nightTahrir Square Hostel
CairoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,271 reviewsFeaturing a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, Tahrir Square Hostel is located in Cairo, a few steps from Tahrir Square.
From EGP 3,324.86 per nightMarhaba Inn Hostel
CairoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 9.5Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 45 reviewsLocated in Cairo, a 3-minute walk from Tahrir Square, Marhaba Inn Hostel provides air-conditioned accommodations and a terrace.
From EGP 2,791.74 per nightMuseum Plaza
CairoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,317 reviewsAttractively set in the Downtown Cairo district of Cairo, Museum Plaza is located 2.1 miles from Al-Azhar Mosque, 2.3 miles from El Hussien Mosque and 2.9 miles from Mosque of Ibn Tulun.
From EGP 5,440.68 per nightGolden Hotel Cairo
CairoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.3Good - What previous guests thought, 252 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 EGP 2,452.35 per nightEgyptian Night Hostel
CairoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 462 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 EGP 2,912.17 per nightHeritage Hostel Cairo
CairoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,213 reviewsSet in Cairo, 1148 ft from Tahrir Square, Heritage Hostel Cairo features air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge.
From EGP 2,841.24 per night
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Cecilia Hostel
CairoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,285 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 EGP 1,931.23 per nightHathor House
CairoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Excellent - What previous guests thought, 816 reviewsLocated within 1.6 miles of Cairo Tower and 1.8 miles of El Hussien Mosque, Hathor House provides rooms in Cairo.
From EGP 3,831.80 per nightElwasim Plaza
CairoBudget options availableLocated 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 EGP 3,284.40 per nightCairo Crown Inn
CairoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Excellent - What previous guests thought, 132 reviewsFeaturing 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.
From EGP 3,284.40 per nightRhala Hostel Egypt
CairoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Excellent - What previous guests thought, 296 reviewsLocated in Cairo, a 8-minute walk from Tahrir Square, Rhala Hostel Egypt provides air-conditioned accommodations and a shared lounge.
From EGP 1,768.10 per nightHoly Sheet Hostel
CairoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,141 reviewsLocated 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.
From EGP 2,758.90 per nightRivera Cairo Hostel
CairoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 9.6Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 47 reviewsLocated in Cairo, a 10-minute walk from Tahrir Square, Rivera Cairo Hostel features a shared lounge and views of the city.
From EGP 2,216.97 per nightWake Up! Cairo Hostel
CairoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 596 reviewsLocated in Cairo, a 9-minute walk from Tahrir Square, Wake Up! Cairo Hostel provides air-conditioned accommodations and a shared lounge.
From EGP 2,636.28 per night
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Hostels that guests love in Cairo
- Avg. price/night: EGP 1,751.68Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 104 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: EGP 2,955.96Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 596 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: EGP 1,410.10Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 594 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: EGP 3,863.05Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,486 reviewsGreat location, very clean, best breakfast and the best hostel beds!Guest review byMiraSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: EGP 961.52Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very Good - What previous guests thought, 160 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: EGP 1,931.23Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,285 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
