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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.

D
David
From
Australia
Great location, and friendly, knowledgeable, helpful staff Tasty breakfast
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,466 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.

L
Lynn
From
Belgium
Great location, AMAZING views. Was a bit worried about the smell from the horses and camels based on other reviews, but this didn't bother us at all. Very very friendly family, complementary bottled water whenever you want. The owner would always go out of his way to ensure we have a great stay, and even gave us hints on how to negotiate with souvenir sellers. Other reviews say that extra trips are pushed, but I would say that the owner is just really enthusiastic and wants to help you enjoy your stay, if you don't want to do any of the trips, he won't force you to. Excellent value for money. We even got a free upgrade.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,091 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.

B
Brian
From
Jordan
Really friendly and helpful staff, excellent central location, a nice terrace to sit out on during the day or in the evenings, and a fridge we were able to use to keep some beers cold in.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,273 reviews
Price from
US$40.50
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.

L
Laura
From
Estonia
Best hostel where I have ever been. Interior was so beautiful, really clean and spacious. People were really friendly and helpful. Also really calm and quiet environment.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 235 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.

S
S.o.t.
From
Greece
Staff is great, pleasant, polite and helpful. I arrived at 5am and no problem with check-in. Hostel is on the 7th floor so it is relatively quiet for such a noisy city. Arabic breakfast was superb!! 👌 Beds were comfy with curtains for privacy. Reception hall also servers as common area, it's not big yet you can meet other travellers easily. Location is good since you can walk to some cites of the city plus 5 minutes walk from Metro station of Tahrir square. Will definitely stay there again if I return to Cairo
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 241 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, 357 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...

O
Okan
From
Turkey
Yes, it was so comfortable and hospitable
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 425 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.

t
tom
From
Belgium
Very clean and modern. Shahd (the young woman at reception) is very helpful and friendly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 505 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.

L
Lauren
From
Egypt
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!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 137 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
Alnoor
From
United States
The view of the pyramids is unbeatable and stunning
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 286 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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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 241 reviews

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Sun Hostel Cairo

Cairo
No credit card needed
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
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 294 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.

From US$57.50 per night

Rotana Palace Suites

Cairo
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 644 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, 975 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

Panorama New City

Cairo
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 381 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

Isis Hostel 2

Cairo
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 153 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, 297 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 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

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

From US$31.75 per night

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

Up Town Hotel

Cairo
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,846 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
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 425 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$50.23 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,218 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

Marhaba Inn Hostel

Cairo
Central location
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
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,315 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$120.02 per night

Golden Hotel Cairo

Cairo
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 248 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$28.98 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 410 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$61.18 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,225 reviews

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

From US$57.15 per night

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

Dahab Hostel

Cairo
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 221 reviews

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

From US$32.11 per night

Hathor House

Cairo
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 850 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
Budget options available
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
Budget options available

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

Cairo Crown Inn

Cairo
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 169 reviews

Situated in Cairo, within 600 metres of Tahrir Square and 1 km of The Egyptian Museum, Cairo Crown Inn provides a shared lounge.

From US$345 per night

Rhala Hostel Egypt

Cairo
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 310 reviews

Situated in Cairo, 700 metres from Tahrir Square, Rhala Hostel Egypt provides air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge.

From US$43.70 per night

Holy Sheet Hostel

Cairo
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,087 reviews

Located in Cairo and with Tahrir Square reachable within less than 600 meters, Holy Sheet Hostel features concierge services, rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a garden.

From US$57.96 per night

Rivera Cairo Hostel

Cairo
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 75 reviews

Situated in Cairo, less than 1 km from Tahrir Square, Rivera Cairo Hostel features a shared lounge and views of the city.

From US$105.57 per night

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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 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 137 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$56.93
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 618 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, 571 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
Avg. price/night: US$55.39
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,466 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