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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.

A
Angelica
From
Ecuador
The location is perfect for a stay in Cairo. There are so many food options right around the Hostel, Ubers are super easy to get in this part of the city too. The rooms are beautiful, super clean, the beds are comfy, the view is absolutely amazing from the 10th floor. And our room smelled so good, really great detail! The common areas are super clean and inviting and the kitchen is really nicely equipped. Breakfast was yummy and really filling. Last but not least, the staff is super friendly and helpful and that makes all the difference during super packed trips when you’re tired :) Absolutely recommend!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,488 reviews
Price from
US$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.

L
Liza
From
Azerbaijan
truly enjoyed every aspect about it
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 168 reviews
Price from
US$49
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, 148 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.

L
Lindsay
From
Australia
An excellent rooftop view of the pyramids and very friendly staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 279 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...

D
David
From
Ireland
Booked a single room with a bathroom, Perfect in its category! Nice staff and generous breakfast. Small room but has everything that you need.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 393 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
Annachiara
From
Italy
Central, comfortable amd very kind staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 446 reviews
Price from
US$24.99
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 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 103 reviews
Price from
US$17
1 night, 2 adults

Zein Pyramids View - Guest House

Giza, Cairo

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.

S
Soo yeon
From
South Korea
Big room, good A/C, Amir was perfect host. His family is so lovely, and I will definitely come back in the future!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 114 reviews
Price from
US$20.25
1 night, 2 adults

Champollion Hostel

Downtown Cairo, Cairo

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.

G
Grigaite
From
United Kingdom
Great hostel in downtown Cairo. Clean, welcoming and offers great Egyptian breakfast. Friendly and helpful staff, thank you Omnia for your patience and kindness!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 696 reviews
Price from
US$50
1 night, 2 adults

Rihana pyramids hotel

Giza, Cairo

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.

N
Norasyikin
From
Malaysia
staff really friendly and so helpful. location is good, near restaurant, supermarket
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews
Price from
US$26.78
1 night, 2 adults
All hostels in Cairo

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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.

Most booked hostels in Cairo and surroundings in the past month

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  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 482 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 826 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,764 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,861 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,311 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 148 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,211 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 168 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 230 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,106 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, 3,764 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$59 per night
  • Cairo Hub

    Cairo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 370 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$36.63 per night
  • Golden Hotel Cairo

    Cairo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 252 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.

  • Egyptian Night Hostel

    Cairo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 463 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
  • Cecilia Hostel

    Cairo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,287 reviews

    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.

    From US$40.57 per night
  • Hathor House

    Cairo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 812 reviews

    Hathor 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 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 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 132 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$63.25 per night

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  • Sun Hostel Cairo

    Cairo
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 205 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
  • Panorama New City

    Cairo
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 352 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$31.05 per night
  • Elite Grand City

    Cairo
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 223 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$28.98 per night
  • Isis Hostel 2

    Cairo
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 159 reviews

    Featuring 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 night
  • Osiris Hotel Cairo

    Cairo
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 426 reviews

    Located 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
  • Abdeen Cairo Hostel

    Cairo
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 249 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$32.20 per night
  • Cairo Golden Plaza Hostel

    Cairo
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Located in Cairo, 1.1 km from Tahrir Square, Cairo Golden Plaza Hostel features air-conditioned rooms and a restaurant.

    From US$31.75 per night
  • Venice Hosokawaya

    Cairo
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 186 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

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, 1,277 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
  • City Hotel

    Cairo
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 929 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$32.46 per night
  • Marhaba Inn Hostel

    Cairo
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews

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

    From US$58.65 per night
  • Museum Plaza

    Cairo
    Central location
    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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,211 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 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 85 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$20.47 per night
  • Dahab Hostel

    Cairo
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 181 reviews

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

    From US$34.33 per night
  • Cairo Lodge Hostel

    Cairo
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    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$21.74 per night

FAQ about hostels in Cairo

Hostels that guests love in Cairo

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  • Avg. price/night: US$33.35
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 103 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$62.10
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 596 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$23.18
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 595 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$81.16
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,488 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 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 159 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 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,287 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