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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 919 reviews
    From
    US$21
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,995 reviews
    From
    US$32
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,096 reviews
    From
    US$39
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,276 reviews
    From
    US$32
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 475 reviews
    From
    US$47
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 255 reviews
    From
    US$38
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 367 reviews
    From
    US$52
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 58 reviews
    From
    US$45
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 749 reviews
    From
    US$68
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 844 reviews
    From
    US$40
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,313 reviews
    From
    US$59
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,030 reviews
    From
    US$11
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 288 reviews
    From
    US$50
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 858 reviews
    From
    US$56
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 174 reviews
    From
    US$36
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,233 reviews
    From
    US$40
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 232 reviews
    From
    US$17
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 537 reviews
    From
    US$28
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,462 reviews
    From
    US$38
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 304 reviews
    From
    US$51
    1 night, 2 adults

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Madina Hostel

Downtown Cairo, Cairo

Boasting a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, Madina Hostel is situated in Cairo, 300 metres from Tahrir Square.

R
Rubia
From
Brazil
Very good staff, the room is quite confortable, the location is very good.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,462 reviews
Price from
US$43
1 night, 2 adults

Life Pyramids Inn

Giza, Cairo

Featuring a restaurant, bar and views of city, Life Pyramids Inn is located in Cairo, 500 metres from Great Sphinx.

M
Milivoje
From
Montenegro
Mohamed and his brother are so polite, genuine and responsible people. They give some informations what to visit, on which things to pay attention. Breakfast with view is amazing. Definitely I will come back.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,096 reviews
Price from
US$39.02
1 night, 2 adults

Cecilia Hostel

Cairo

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.

V
Vimal
From
India
Good location. Nice Staff with warmth & care.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,276 reviews
Price from
US$32.40
1 night, 2 adults

Villa Layla

Cairo

Boasting a garden, terrace and views of pool, Villa Layla is situated in Cairo, 1.9 km from Mosque of Ibn Tulun.

S
Saber Mostafa
From
Egypt
The location, vibes, place l, and staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 243 reviews
Price from
US$49.50
1 night, 2 adults

Landmark Hostel Cairo

Downtown Cairo, Cairo

Set in Cairo, 300 metres from Tahrir Square, Landmark Hostel Cairo provides air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge.

d
daniel
From
South Korea
Location & price is great in downtown Cario. It is very new hotel comfortable & clean bed , staff are very kind & good breakfast. I really recommend whoever visit Cario
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 255 reviews
Price from
US$38.18
1 night, 2 adults

DAR Pyramids View Inn - Rooftop

Giza, Cairo

Located in Cairo and with Great Sphinx reachable within 2.4 km, DAR Pyramids View Inn - Rooftop provides a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a bar.

X
Xiaoli
From
Ethiopia
It is a good hotel with affordable price. The working staff are nice. The location is near to pyramids where you can have a beautiful view. This is a good choice for your pyramids trip.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 367 reviews
Price from
US$59.50
1 night, 2 adults

Space Hostel

Cairo

Situated in Cairo and with Tahrir Square reachable within 1.1 km, Space Hostel features express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, free bikes, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared...

A
Artem
From
Russia
-super helpfull and attentive stuff. Thank you one more time Noura 🙏 -very cozy and nice arranged room -super clean -perfect céntric location closed to metro station
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 428 reviews
Price from
US$33.66
1 night, 2 adults

Heaven Hostel

Cairo

Heaven Hostel is located in Cairo, within less than 1 km of Tahrir Square and a 17-minute walk of The Egyptian Museum.

A
Aldo
From
Mexico
Had a great time at Heaven Hostel. Shahd was the best receptionist very helpful and kind.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 517 reviews
Price from
US$46.41
1 night, 2 adults

Cairo Casa Hotel

Cairo

Cairo Casa Hotel is located in Cairo, within 2.5 km of Al-Azhar Mosque and 2.8 km of El Hussien Mosque.

M
Mohammed
From
Germany
Everything was really good😃 so friendly staff,, helpful and reasonable,
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 124 reviews
Price from
US$25.50
1 night, 2 adults

Pyramids Glory Inn

Giza, Cairo

Pyramids Glory Inn has free bikes, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Cairo.

S
Shea
From
United Kingdom
The view from the rooftop is amazing, and we really enjoyed our stay at Pyramids Glory Inn. The staff are incredibly friendly, from the moment we arrived, we were treated like family. Rasha welcomed us warmly and was very kind, offering many useful local tips. The staff were always available, helping us with transportation and ensuring we felt comfortable throughout our stay. Their responsiveness to our requests was impressive. The hotel also offers excellent tours; we booked the pyramids and museum tour, which was organized with a wonderful guide. I highly recommend this hotel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 288 reviews
Price from
US$49.68
1 night, 2 adults
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Madina Hostel

Downtown Cairo, Cairo

Boasting a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, Madina Hostel is situated in Cairo, 300 metres from Tahrir Square.

R
Rubia
From
Brazil
Very good staff, the room is quite confortable, the location is very good.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,462 reviews
Price from
US$43
1 night, 2 adults

Life Pyramids Inn

Giza, Cairo

Featuring a restaurant, bar and views of city, Life Pyramids Inn is located in Cairo, 500 metres from Great Sphinx.

M
Milivoje
From
Montenegro
Mohamed and his brother are so polite, genuine and responsible people. They give some informations what to visit, on which things to pay attention. Breakfast with view is amazing. Definitely I will come back.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,096 reviews
Price from
US$39.02
1 night, 2 adults

Cecilia Hostel

Cairo

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.

V
Vimal
From
India
Good location. Nice Staff with warmth & care.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,276 reviews
Price from
US$32.40
1 night, 2 adults

Villa Layla

Cairo

Boasting a garden, terrace and views of pool, Villa Layla is situated in Cairo, 1.9 km from Mosque of Ibn Tulun.

S
Saber Mostafa
From
Egypt
The location, vibes, place l, and staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 243 reviews
Price from
US$49.50
1 night, 2 adults

Landmark Hostel Cairo

Downtown Cairo, Cairo

Set in Cairo, 300 metres from Tahrir Square, Landmark Hostel Cairo provides air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge.

d
daniel
From
South Korea
Location & price is great in downtown Cario. It is very new hotel comfortable & clean bed , staff are very kind & good breakfast. I really recommend whoever visit Cario
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 255 reviews
Price from
US$38.18
1 night, 2 adults

DAR Pyramids View Inn - Rooftop

Giza, Cairo

Located in Cairo and with Great Sphinx reachable within 2.4 km, DAR Pyramids View Inn - Rooftop provides a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a bar.

X
Xiaoli
From
Ethiopia
It is a good hotel with affordable price. The working staff are nice. The location is near to pyramids where you can have a beautiful view. This is a good choice for your pyramids trip.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 367 reviews
Price from
US$59.50
1 night, 2 adults

Space Hostel

Cairo

Situated in Cairo and with Tahrir Square reachable within 1.1 km, Space Hostel features express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, free bikes, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared...

A
Artem
From
Russia
-super helpfull and attentive stuff. Thank you one more time Noura 🙏 -very cozy and nice arranged room -super clean -perfect céntric location closed to metro station
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 428 reviews
Price from
US$33.66
1 night, 2 adults

Heaven Hostel

Cairo

Heaven Hostel is located in Cairo, within less than 1 km of Tahrir Square and a 17-minute walk of The Egyptian Museum.

A
Aldo
From
Mexico
Had a great time at Heaven Hostel. Shahd was the best receptionist very helpful and kind.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 517 reviews
Price from
US$46.41
1 night, 2 adults

Cairo Casa Hotel

Cairo

Cairo Casa Hotel is located in Cairo, within 2.5 km of Al-Azhar Mosque and 2.8 km of El Hussien Mosque.

M
Mohammed
From
Germany
Everything was really good😃 so friendly staff,, helpful and reasonable,
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 124 reviews
Price from
US$25.50
1 night, 2 adults

Pyramids Glory Inn

Giza, Cairo

Pyramids Glory Inn has free bikes, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Cairo.

S
Shea
From
United Kingdom
The view from the rooftop is amazing, and we really enjoyed our stay at Pyramids Glory Inn. The staff are incredibly friendly, from the moment we arrived, we were treated like family. Rasha welcomed us warmly and was very kind, offering many useful local tips. The staff were always available, helping us with transportation and ensuring we felt comfortable throughout our stay. Their responsiveness to our requests was impressive. The hotel also offers excellent tours; we booked the pyramids and museum tour, which was organized with a wonderful guide. I highly recommend this hotel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 288 reviews
Price from
US$49.68
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is 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 bit more.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 304 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,973 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 243 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,233 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,836 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 255 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
Passable - What previous guests thought, 567 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 284 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,034 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,995 reviews

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

Up Town Hotel

Cairo
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,836 reviews

Situated in Cairo and with Tahrir Square reachable within 200 metres, Up Town Hotel features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

From US$67.28 per night

Cairo Hub

Cairo
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 435 reviews

In a prime location in the Downtown Cairo district of Cairo, Cairo Hub is located 100 metres from Tahrir Square, 500 metres from The Egyptian Museum and 1.6 km from Cairo Tower.

From US$52.33 per night

Rotana Palace Suites

Cairo
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 649 reviews

Set within 3.1 km of Mosque of Ibn Tulun and 3.3 km of El Hussien Mosque, Rotana Palace Suites provides rooms in Cairo.

From US$57.50 per night

City Hotel

Cairo
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 977 reviews

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

From US$46.37 per night

Marhaba Inn Hostel

Cairo
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 92 reviews

Set in Cairo, 300 metres from Tahrir Square, Marhaba Inn Hostel features air-conditioned accommodation and a terrace.

From US$66.70 per night

Museum Plaza

Cairo
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,313 reviews

Attractively set in the Downtown Cairo district of Cairo, Museum Plaza is situated 3.4 km from Al-Azhar Mosque, 3.7 km from El Hussien Mosque and 4.7 km from Mosque of Ibn Tulun.

From US$130.68 per night

Golden Hotel Cairo

Cairo
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 249 reviews

Golden Hotel Cairo is set in Cairo, 2.7 km from Al-Azhar Mosque and 3 km from El Hussien Mosque. This 3-star hostel offers a shared lounge, room service and free WiFi.

From US$57.96 per night

Egyptian Night Hostel

Cairo
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 404 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.

From US$73.42 per night

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,210 reviews

Featuring a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, Tahrir Square Hostel is set in Cairo, 100 metres from Tahrir Square.

From US$50.80 per night

Sun Hostel Cairo

Cairo
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 200 reviews

Located in Cairo and with Tahrir Square reachable within 200 metres, Sun Hostel Cairo provides concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

From US$44.80 per night

Royal Home Hotel

Cairo
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 300 reviews

Located within 300 metres of Tahrir Square and 700 metres of The Egyptian Museum, Royal Home Hotel provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Cairo.

Panorama New City

Cairo
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 383 reviews

Situated within 300 metres of Tahrir Square and 600 metres of The Egyptian Museum, Panorama New City features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Cairo.

From US$41.40 per night

Elite Grand City

Cairo
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 235 reviews

Located within 300 metres of Tahrir Square and 700 metres of The Egyptian Museum, Elite Grand City provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Cairo.

From US$41.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,233 reviews

Set in Cairo, 350 m from Tahrir Square, Heritage Hostel Cairo features air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge.

From US$55.88 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 117 reviews

Located in Cairo and with Tahrir Square reachable within 600 metres, La Bella Casa Hostel provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a...

From US$25.30 per night

Dahab Hostel

Cairo
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 232 reviews

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

From US$32.22 per night

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Isis Hostel 2

Cairo
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 152 reviews

Featuring a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, Isis Hostel 2 is located in Cairo, 500 metres from Tahrir Square.

From US$35.91 per night

Abdeen Cairo Hostel

Cairo
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 302 reviews

Featuring a shared lounge, bar and views of city, Abdeen Cairo Hostel is located in Cairo, 1.1 km from Tahrir Square.

From US$38.64 per night

Cairo Golden Plaza Hostel

Cairo
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Located in Cairo, less than 1 km from Tahrir Square, Cairo Golden Plaza Hostel features air-conditioned rooms and a restaurant.

From US$34.29 per night

Mesho Cairo Hostel

Cairo
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 118 reviews

Mesho Cairo Hostel is set in Cairo, within 2.3 km of Al-Azhar Mosque and 1.4 km of The Egyptian Museum.

Venice Hosokawaya

Cairo
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 191 reviews

Located in Cairo, 1.4 km from Tahrir Square, Venice Hosokawaya features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

From US$15.44 per night

Azar Boutique Hotel

Cairo
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 190 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 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews

Boasting a shared lounge and views of city, African House Hostel is situated in Cairo, 2.6 km from Al-Azhar Mosque.

Hostel

Cairo
No credit card needed

Situated within 200 metres of Tahrir Square and 300 metres of The Egyptian Museum, Hostel features rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Cairo.

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Hostels that guests love in Cairo

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Avg. price/night: US$58.65
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 124 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: US$57.50
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 620 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 traveller
Avg. price/night: US$37.35
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 573 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 traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,462 reviews
Great location, very clean, best breakfast and the best hostel beds!
Guest review by
Mira
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$20.20
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 167 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 traveller
Avg. price/night: US$40.57
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,276 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