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Madina Hostel
Boasting a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, Madina Hostel is situated in Cairo, 300 metres from Tahrir Square.
Villa Layla
Boasting a garden, terrace and views of pool, Villa Layla is situated in Cairo, 1.9 km from Mosque of Ibn Tulun.
Landmark Hostel Cairo
Set in Cairo, 300 metres from Tahrir Square, Landmark Hostel Cairo provides air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge.
DAR Pyramids View Inn - Rooftop
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.
Space Hostel
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...
Heaven Hostel
Heaven Hostel is located in Cairo, within less than 1 km of Tahrir Square and a 17-minute walk of The Egyptian Museum.
Zein Pyramids View - Guest House
Set in Cairo, 800 metres from Great Sphinx, Zein Pyramids View - Guest House offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace.
Champollion Hostel
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.
Rihana pyramids hotel
Situated in Cairo, 2 km from Great Sphinx, Rihana pyramids hotel features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.
ZLATO Pyramids View INN Hotel & Tours
Located within 1.9 km of Great Sphinx and 3.3 km of Giza Pyramids, ZLATO Pyramids View INN Hotel & Tours offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Cairo.
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 141 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairo
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 3,672 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairo
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 516 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairo
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,220 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairo
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 578 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairo
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 194 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairo
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9Good - What previous guests thought, 3,174 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairo
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,312 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairo
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 209 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairo
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 4,115 reviews
Great access to the city centre. Check these hostels in Cairo and nearby
Up Town Hotel
CairoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 3,672 reviewsSituated 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$45.54 per nightCairo Hub
CairoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 355 reviewsIn 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$50.23 per nightTahrir Square Hostel
CairoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,294 reviewsFeaturing a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, Tahrir Square Hostel is set in Cairo, 100 metres from Tahrir Square.
From US$57.15 per nightSun Hostel Cairo
CairoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 6.0Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 213 reviewsLocated 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 nightRoyal Home Hotel
CairoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 261 reviewsLocated 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.
From US$46 per nightRotana Palace Suites
CairoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 6.5Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 578 reviewsSet within 3.2 km of Mosque of Ibn Tulun and 3.8 km of El Hussien Mosque, Rotana Palace Suites provides rooms in Cairo.
From US$40.25 per nightCity Hotel
CairoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.0Good - What previous guests thought, 937 reviewsThe City Hotel is situated in the center of Cairo, less than a 1-minute walk from the Egyptian Museum and Tahrir Square.
From US$32.46 per nightPanorama New City
CairoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.4Good - What previous guests thought, 347 reviewsSituated 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$31.05 per night
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Museum Plaza
CairoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,312 reviewsAttractively set in the Downtown Cairo district of Cairo, Museum Plaza is situated 3.4 km from Al-Azhar Mosque, 3.8 km from El Hussien Mosque and 4.7 km from Mosque of Ibn Tulun.
From US$127 per nightGolden Hotel Cairo
CairoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 7.3Good - What previous guests thought, 250 reviewsGolden 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$51.52 per nightEgyptian Night Hostel
CairoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very good - What previous guests thought, 494 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 US$61.18 per nightHeritage Hostel Cairo
CairoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,220 reviewsSet in Cairo, 350 m from Tahrir Square, Heritage Hostel Cairo features air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge.
From US$57.15 per nightCecilia Hostel
CairoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,295 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 US$36.06 per nightDahab Hostel
CairoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 176 reviewsSituated in Cairo, Dahab Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.
From US$33.80 per nightHathor House
CairoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 799 reviewsHathor House is set in Cairo, within 2.6 km of Cairo Tower and 2.8 km of El Hussien Mosque.
From US$80.50 per nightElwasim Plaza
CairoBudget options availableSet 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
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Elite Grand City
CairoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 7.0Good - What previous guests thought, 222 reviewsLocated within 300 metres of Tahrir Square and 800 metres of The Egyptian Museum, Elite Grand City provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Cairo.
From US$31.05 per nightIsis Hostel 2
CairoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 158 reviewsFeaturing a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, Isis Hostel 2 is located in Cairo, 500 metres from Tahrir Square.
From US$41.04 per nightOsiris Hotel Cairo
CairoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very good - What previous guests thought, 429 reviewsLocated in Downtown Cairo, Osiris Hotel is just a 500 metres 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 US$28.98 per nightAbdeen Cairo Hostel
CairoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very good - What previous guests thought, 235 reviewsFeaturing a shared lounge, bar and views of city, Abdeen Cairo Hostel is located in Cairo, 1.1 km from Tahrir Square.
From US$32.20 per nightNour Hostel
CairoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 730 reviewsSet in Cairo, within 1.1 km of Tahrir Square and 2.3 km of Al-Azhar Mosque, Nour Hostel features a shared lounge.
Cairo Golden Plaza Hostel
CairoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very good - What previous guests thought, 1 reviewLocated in Cairo, 1.1 km from Tahrir Square, Cairo Golden Plaza Hostel features air-conditioned rooms and a restaurant.
From US$31.75 per nightMesho Cairo Hostel
CairoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 9.1Superb - What previous guests thought, 80 reviewsMesho Cairo Hostel is set in Cairo, within 2.3 km of Al-Azhar Mosque and 1.4 km of The Egyptian Museum.
From US$34.50 per nightVenice Hosokawaya
CairoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 6.9Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 189 reviewsLocated in Cairo, 1.4 km from Tahrir Square, Venice Hosokawaya features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.
From US$15.44 per night
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- Avg. price/night: US$32.20Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2Superb - What previous guests thought, 95 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: US$56.93Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very good - What previous guests thought, 592 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 traveller
- Avg. price/night: US$29.62Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 609 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 traveller
- Avg. price/night: US$69.56Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,504 reviewsGreat location, very clean, best breakfast and the best hostel beds!Guest review byMiraSolo traveller
- Avg. price/night: US$16.16Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very good - What previous guests thought, 158 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 traveller
- Avg. price/night: US$36.06Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,295 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
