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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.

V
Virsolari
From
Argentina
The staff is really friendly and they help me with all my questions, thank you so much
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,464 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.

S
Santhuri
From
South Africa
Excellent stay. Was warmly greeted by Sam and his daughter. They made our stay very pleasant as they were warm and welcoming. Had 2 spacious rooms. Location is so convenient if planning to visit pyramids as its right opposite as especially after spending hours in the intense heat you will want to freshen up after visiting the pyramids. Stunning view of pyramids from rooftop where you can relax and also eat breakfast. Food from menu ordered during dinner was also very tasty. Overall excellent stay. Would highly recommend. ATM and eating places walking distance away.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,092 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.

S
Shelley
From
South Africa
Clean, comfortable and great location! The best staff team ever!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,273 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.

C
Camille
From
France
Central with the charm of the old town houses and very helpful staff Lovely terrasse Clean bathrooms and house in general Great option for travelers, both dorms and private rooms
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 238 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
Dilek
From
Turkey
First of all, the staff was very sweet and helpful, I felt at home when I was with them.They even kept my bag for me when I came here from another city after my trip.The lower entrance of the building is a bit old and neglected, but when you enter the facility itself is new and beautiful. I recommend it. Thank u
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 249 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.

W
Wanda
From
Argentina
The stay was perfect! everything went as expected. The staff was very friendly at all times. I would return definitely (:
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 364 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...

H
Hugo Hernandez
From
El Salvador
The room was very clean and had a good size. The location is very centric and there are a lot of shops nearby. The staff is very friendly
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.

L
Lee
From
Australia
This was a perfect place to end our stay in Egypt. We wished we stayed here during our first days in Cairo we were that impressed. Right from the (very early) start, the staff were kind, helpful, and went above and beyond to help us. The room was ideal, with great views of Cairo, and a location that is difficult to beat. Highly recommend staying here and do take the advice for restaurants to eat at, the food was very good!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 513 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.

F
Flavio
From
Italy
The stay at Cairo Casa Hostel was absolutely fantastic. The staff was super helpful and super kind for every request. The location of the hotel is very central and is very close to many attractions, including, the ancient Egyptian Museum (10-12) minutes by foot. I would especially like to thank John from the bottom of my heart, he really made us feel at home and like family and I will fondly remember our chats over coffee and a cigarette! He is the reason I was able to bring home a fantastic Egyptian Oud!! Absolutely recommended, hope to return soon!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 123 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.

A
Anna
From
Germany
The location is great, good price-performance ratio and very tasty breakfast. The staff is nice and helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 287 reviews
Price from
US$34.43
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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Sun Hostel Cairo

Cairo
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.9
Passable - What previous guests thought, 199 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
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 296 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.

Rotana Palace Suites

Cairo
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 646 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
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 974 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$81.14 per night

Panorama New City

Cairo
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 382 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
No credit card needed
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

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, 301 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

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, 3,839 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, 430 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

Marhaba Inn Hostel

Cairo
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 91 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 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,311 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 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 405 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

Heritage Hostel Cairo

Cairo
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,229 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

Dahab Hostel

Cairo
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 226 reviews

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

From US$32.22 per night

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,214 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 115 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

Cairo Lodge Hostel

Cairo
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Cairo Lodge Hostel is situated in Cairo, within 3 km of El Hussien Mosque and 3.7 km of Mosque of Ibn Tulun.

From US$31.05 per night

Champollion Hostel

Cairo
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 704 reviews

Situated within 400 metres of Tahrir Square and 500 metres of The Egyptian Museum, Champollion Hostel offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Cairo.

From US$51.52 per night

Adamus Hostel

Cairo
Central location

Adamus Hostel is set in Cairo, 1.2 km from The Egyptian Museum and 2.3 km from Cairo Tower.

From US$31.05 per night

Hathor House

Cairo
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 852 reviews

Hathor House is set in Cairo, within 2.6 km of Cairo Tower and 2.9 km of El Hussien Mosque.

From US$92 per night

Lorenda hotel

Cairo
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

Set in Cairo and with Tahrir Square reachable within 600 metres, Lorenda hotel offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a restaurant.

From US$48.88 per night

Elwasim Plaza

Cairo
Central location

Set within 600 metres of Tahrir Square and less than 1 km of The Egyptian Museum, Elwasim Plaza offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Cairo.

From US$69 per night

FAQ about hostels in Cairo

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, 123 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$28.34
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 574 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, 1,464 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, 166 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, 1,273 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