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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.

R
Ralston
From
Qatar
The beds were comfy. The communal lounges. The kitchen The staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,510 reviews
Price from
£38.11
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 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 137 reviews
Price from
£34.02
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.

J
Jeremy
From
Malaysia
Nice atmosphere and it's very clean
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 114 reviews
Price from
£13.78
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.

D
Daria
From
United States
Our stay at DAR Pyramids View Inn - Rooftop was truly unforgettable! My sister and I traveled to Egypt with high expectations, and this place exceeded them in every way. From the moment we arrived, the staff welcomed us with such warmth that we immediately felt at home. They treated us like family, always checking in to make sure we had everything we needed. The View – Absolutely Breathtaking Nothing could have prepared us for the stunning rooftop terrace. We’ve seen pictures, but standing there in person, watching the Pyramids of Giza right in front of us, was surreal. Every morning, we enjoyed a delicious breakfast while gazing at these ancient wonders, and at night, we watched the light show right from the rooftop. It felt like a dream! Comfort & Cleanliness The rooms were spotless and so comfortable. The beds were soft, and after long days of exploring Cairo and Giza, it was a relief to return to such a cozy space. Our room had a view of the pyramids, which made waking up every morning even more magical. The bathroom was super clean, and everything felt modern and well-maintained. Incredible Hospitality The best part of our stay was the people. The staff and management at DAR Pyramids View Inn are some of the kindest people we’ve ever met. They went out of their way to arrange tours, recommend places to eat, and even help us with transportation. It’s rare to find this level of care and attention in a hotel, and we were truly grateful for it. A Stay We’ll Never Forget Leaving was the hardest part. DAR Pyramids View Inn felt like a home away from home, and we can’t wait to return. If you’re visiting Egypt, don’t think twice—stay here! It’s a place that makes you feel like family while giving you one of the most incredible views in the world. Thank you to everyone at DAR Pyramids View Inn for making our trip so special. We’ll cherish these memories forever!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 236 reviews
Price from
£50.60
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...

S
Salma
From
Morocco
The staff was more than Nice And flexible and welcoming The room was very confortable with all the necesities. The location is pretty intresting.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 380 reviews
Price from
£24.81
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.

M
Maria
From
Romania
Perfect stay, we got a whole studio. The hostel is at 11th floor, with a great view. We also had a jacuzzi with a view.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 422 reviews
Price from
£21.25
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.

M
Matej Kolar
From
Slovenia
If you are looking for good family with great heart, then come to this place. So much positive energy and a lot of friends. They will treat you like a family. They shared their food with me and treated me like a brother, showed me the best places around. When I left, I cried, because in this world, you wont find easily, so humble and good people. The view is great, the bathroom is nice, bedroom lovely. If you need anything, they are gonna help you. Near pyramids too, if you are going there. I wish everyone, who I met, fortune and good health. 💗💗💗💗💗
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 111 reviews
Price from
£8.27
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.

S
Subarna
From
India
The staff was very accommodating and friendly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 678 reviews
Price from
£28.58
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.

A
Anastasia
From
Netherlands
The hosts are really amazing, they helped us with everything during our stay and were very easy to reach. They recommended food places and helped us order some great food. Best hosts we’ve ever encountered! The property is also very clean, the furniture is nice & modern, there is also a fridge. The WiFi was decent. ADVICE: ask the hosts to pick you up from the airport! the location has no signs and you need someone who knows where it is to find it. The closest is found on Google by ‘Egy Pyramids View’ name. If you cannot find, just call/message the hosts and they will pick you up quickly. Once you know where it is, it’s easy.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews
Price from
£19.29
1 night, 2 adults

ZLATO Pyramids View INN Hotel & Tours

Giza, Cairo

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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
£9.19
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.

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 9.9
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 138 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,650 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 515 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,225 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 655 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 185 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,204 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,310 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 200 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 4,126 reviews

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  • Royal Home Hotel

    Cairo
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 258 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 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 655 reviews

    Set within 3.2 km of Mosque of Ibn Tulun and 3.8 km of El Hussien Mosque, Rotana Palace Suites provides rooms in Cairo.

  • City Hotel

    Cairo
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 936 reviews

    The City Hotel is situated in the center of Cairo, less than a 1-minute walk from the Egyptian Museum and Tahrir Square.

  • Panorama New City

    Cairo
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 355 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.

  • Elite Grand City

    Cairo
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 218 reviews

    Located 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.

  • Isis Hostel 2

    Cairo
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 160 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, Isis Hostel 2 is located in Cairo, 500 metres from Tahrir Square.

  • Osiris Hotel Cairo

    Cairo
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 437 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.

  • Abdeen Cairo Hostel

    Cairo
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 231 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, bar and views of city, Abdeen Cairo Hostel is located in Cairo, 1.1 km from Tahrir Square.

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 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,650 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.

  • Cairo Hub

    Cairo
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 353 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,303 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, Tahrir Square Hostel is set in Cairo, 100 metres from Tahrir Square.

  • Marhaba Inn Hostel

    Cairo
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

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

  • Museum Plaza

    Cairo
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,310 reviews

    Attractively 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.

  • Golden Hotel Cairo

    Cairo
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 250 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 499 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    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.

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

  • Cecilia Hostel

    Cairo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,301 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.

  • Dahab Hostel

    Cairo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 175 reviews

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

  • Hathor House

    Cairo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 797 reviews

    Hathor House is set in Cairo, within 2.6 km of Cairo Tower and 2.8 km of El Hussien Mosque.

  • 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.

  • Cairo Crown Inn

    Cairo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews

    Boasting a shared lounge, Cairo Crown Inn offers accommodation in Cairo, 600 metres from Tahrir Square and 1 km from The Egyptian Museum.

  • Holy Sheet Hostel

    Cairo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,159 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.

  • Rivera Cairo Hostel

    Cairo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews

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

  • Wake Up! Cairo Hostel

    Cairo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 609 reviews

    Situated in Cairo, 800 metres from Tahrir Square, Wake Up! Cairo Hostel provides air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge.

FAQ about hostels in Cairo

Hostels that guests love in Cairo

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  • Avg. price/night: £23.81
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 92 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: £43.63
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 591 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: £16.19
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 608 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: £38.11
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,507 reviews
    Great location, very clean, best breakfast and the best hostel beds!
    Guest review by
    Mira
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £10.46
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 157 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: £26.67
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,301 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

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