Hostels in Cairo
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- Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,494 reviewsFromUS$401 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 152 reviewsFromUS$321 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3Superb - What previous guests thought, 127 reviewsFromUS$381 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4Superb - What previous guests thought, 259 reviewsFromUS$601 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2Superb - What previous guests thought, 384 reviewsFromUS$341 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3Superb - What previous guests thought, 435 reviewsFromUS$251 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 111 reviewsFromUS$111 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4Superb - What previous guests thought, 685 reviewsFromUS$501 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2Superb - What previous guests thought, 100 reviewsFromUS$271 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviewsFromUS$131 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 11 reviewsFromUS$131 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0Superb - What previous guests thought, 32 reviewsFromUS$451 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 10 reviewsFromUS$201 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1Superb - What previous guests thought, 31 reviewsFromUS$301 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 21 reviewsFromUS$191 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 43 reviewsFromUS$361 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3Superb - What previous guests thought, 14 reviewsFromUS$351 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviewsFromUS$231 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1Superb - What previous guests thought, 88 reviewsFromUS$191 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3Superb - What previous guests thought, 21 reviewsFromUS$401 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3Superb - What previous guests thought, 127 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairo
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,855 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairo
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 4,120 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairo
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 199 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairo
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 3,707 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairo
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 152 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairo
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,217 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairo
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,314 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairo
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9Good - What previous guests thought, 3,122 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairo
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 219 reviews
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Sun Hostel Cairo
CairoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 6.0Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 212 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
CairoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - 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$40.25 per nightRotana Palace Suites
CairoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 6.4Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 577 reviewsSet within 3.3 km of Al-Azhar Mosque and 3.8 km of El Hussien Mosque, Rotana Palace Suites provides rooms in Cairo.
From US$40.25 per nightCity Hotel
CairoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 7.0Good - What previous guests thought, 930 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
CairoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 7.4Good - What previous guests thought, 349 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 nightElite Grand City
CairoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 6.9Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 222 reviewsLocated 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$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 8.4Very good - What previous guests thought, 426 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$46.37 per night
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Up Town Hotel
CairoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 3,707 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, 360 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, 1,288 reviewsFeaturing 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 nightMarhaba Inn Hostel
CairoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 17 reviewsSet in Cairo, 300 metres from Tahrir Square, Marhaba Inn Hostel features air-conditioned accommodation and a terrace.
From US$58.65 per nightMuseum Plaza
CairoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,314 reviewsAttractively 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$114.30 per nightGolden Hotel Cairo
CairoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.3Good - What previous guests thought, 253 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
CairoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very good - What previous guests thought, 488 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
CairoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,217 reviewsSet 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
Cecilia Hostel
CairoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,286 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, 178 reviewsSituated in Cairo, Dahab Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.
From US$34.12 per nightHathor House
CairoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 805 reviewsHathor House is set in Cairo, within 2.6 km of Cairo Tower and 2.9 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 nightCairo Crown Inn
CairoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 125 reviewsSituated in Cairo, within 600 metres of Tahrir Square and 1 km of The Egyptian Museum, Cairo Crown Inn provides a shared lounge.
From US$111.55 per nightRhala Hostel Egypt
CairoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 296 reviewsSituated in Cairo, 700 metres from Tahrir Square, Rhala Hostel Egypt provides air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge.
From US$37.15 per nightHoly Sheet Hostel
CairoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,149 reviewsLocated 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$63.11 per nightRivera Cairo Hostel
CairoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 9.6Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 43 reviewsSituated in Cairo, less than 1 km from Tahrir Square, Rivera Cairo Hostel features a shared lounge and views of the city.
From US$51.75 per night
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- Avg. price/night: US$32.20Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2Superb - What previous guests thought, 97 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, 594 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$23.18Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 602 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$64.41Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,494 reviewsGreat location, very clean, best breakfast and the best hostel beds!Guest review byMiraSolo traveller
- Avg. price/night: US$20.20Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very good - What previous guests thought, 159 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, 1,286 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
