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Madina Hostel

Downtown Cairo, Cairo

Featuring a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, Madina Hostel is located in Cairo, a 3-minute walk from Tahrir Square.

M
Mai
From
Japan
very helpful, friendly stuffs ! So clean and a good loction !!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,466 reviews
Price from
$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, a 6-minute walk from Great Sphinx.

M
Mars
From
New Zealand
Highly recommended, clean, comfortable, friendly stuff ,great view with the pyramids
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,091 reviews
Price from
$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.

R
Rajeev
From
Netherlands
An excellent place run by really friendly people who like to engage with travelers. I had a great time staying there. Sara and team took excellent care of me. Had great conversations with them. The breakfast is fantastic. The terrace is a cool place to hang out if its not too cold. In all, I highly recommend this play if you are visiting Cairo. Location is fantastic, you are literally in the center for anything and everything,
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,270 reviews
Price from
$32.40
1 night, 2 adults

Villa Layla

Cairo

Featuring a garden, terrace and views of pool, Villa Layla is located in Cairo, 1.2 miles from Mosque of Ibn Tulun.

H
HARVEY
From
Qatar
I had an amazing experience at this hotel! The interior design is beautifully crafted, creating a welcoming and stylish atmosphere. The staff went above and beyond to ensure my stay was comfortable, offering exceptional service and local insights. The location is ideal for exploring Cairo, with easy access to major attractions and vibrant neighborhoods. Plus, it’s budget-friendly, making it a fantastic choice for travelers looking for value without sacrificing quality. I highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting the city—truly a home away from home!🇵🇭🇶🇦
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 234 reviews
Price from
$49.50
1 night, 2 adults

Landmark Hostel Cairo

Downtown Cairo, Cairo

Located in Cairo, a 3-minute walk from Tahrir Square, Landmark Hostel Cairo provides air-conditioned accommodations and a shared lounge.

A
Alex
From
United States
Staff super friendly and breakfast was great
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 238 reviews
Price from
$38.18
1 night, 2 adults

DAR Pyramids View Inn - Rooftop

Giza, Cairo

Located in Cairo and with Great Sphinx reachable within 1.5 miles, DAR Pyramids View Inn - Rooftop provides a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a bar.

Z
ZAIN
From
Hungary
The staff was very helpful and friendly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 357 reviews
Price from
$59.50
1 night, 2 adults

Space Hostel

Cairo

Located in Cairo and with Tahrir Square reachable within a 13-minute walk, Space Hostel has express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, free bikes, free WiFi throughout the property and a...

S
Shameer
From
United Arab Emirates
Everything, from room to the staff, very good breakfast
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 425 reviews
Price from
$33.66
1 night, 2 adults

Heaven Hostel

Cairo

Located within a 11-minute walk of Tahrir Square and 0.9 miles of The Egyptian Museum, Heaven Hostel has rooms in Cairo.

Y
Ya Min
From
Japan
The staffs are there to help all the time. They made my stay comfortable. The room is clean. There’s hair dryer provided in the room.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 504 reviews
Price from
$46.41
1 night, 2 adults

Cairo Casa Hotel

Cairo

Cairo Casa Hotel is located in Cairo, within 1.5 miles of Al-Azhar Mosque and 1.8 miles of El Hussien Mosque.

Y
YUN YA
From
Taiwan
The two youngsters are very friendly, kind, and helpful. They make me feel like I’m at home. I like them a lot. 😊
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 138 reviews
Price from
$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.

J
Jeremy Thomason
From
United Kingdom
Great views of the pyramids from the rooftop and the rooms, the receptionist Amr was very kind with me and he gave me free room upgrade.. definitely i will book there again and i do recommend the hotel to every one.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 284 reviews
Price from
$34.43
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travelers know there's 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 little more.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 274 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,846 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
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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 a 2-minute walk, Sun Hostel Cairo provides concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a...

From $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, 292 reviews

Located within a 3-minute walk of Tahrir Square and 0.4 miles of The Egyptian Museum, Royal Home Hotel provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Cairo.

From $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, 643 reviews

Located within 1.9 miles of Al-Azhar Mosque and 1.9 miles of Mosque of Ibn Tulun, Rotana Palace Suites provides rooms in Cairo.

From $57.50 per night

City Hotel

Cairo
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 974 reviews

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

From $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, 380 reviews

Located within a 3-minute walk of Tahrir Square and 700 yards of The Egyptian Museum, Panorama New City has rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Cairo.

From $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

Located in Cairo, a 6-minute walk from Tahrir Square, Isis Hostel 2 features a shared lounge and views of the city.

From $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, a 13-minute walk from Tahrir Square.

From $38.64 per night

Cairo Golden Plaza Hostel

Cairo
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Conveniently located in the Downtown Cairo district of Cairo, Cairo Golden Plaza Hostel is located a 11-minute walk from Tahrir Square, 1.4 miles from Al-Azhar Mosque and a 14-minute walk from The...

From $31.75 per night

Great access to the city center. 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

Located in Cairo and with Tahrir Square reachable within a 2-minute walk, Up Town Hotel has concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

From $77.63 per night

Cairo Hub

Cairo
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 425 reviews

Well set in the Downtown Cairo district of Cairo, Cairo Hub is located a few steps from Tahrir Square, a 6-minute walk from The Egyptian Museum and one mile from Cairo Tower.

From $50.23 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,218 reviews

Featuring a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, Tahrir Square Hostel is located in Cairo, a few steps from Tahrir Square.

From $50.80 per night

Marhaba Inn Hostel

Cairo
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 91 reviews

Located in Cairo, a 3-minute walk from Tahrir Square, Marhaba Inn Hostel provides air-conditioned accommodations and a terrace.

From $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 located 2.1 miles from Al-Azhar Mosque, 2.3 miles from El Hussien Mosque and 2.9 miles from Mosque of Ibn Tulun.

From $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 located in Cairo, 1.7 miles from Al-Azhar Mosque and 1.9 miles from El Hussien Mosque. This 3-star hostel offers a shared lounge, room service and free WiFi.

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 $61.18 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,228 reviews

Set in Cairo, 1148 ft from Tahrir Square, Heritage Hostel Cairo features air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge.

From $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
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 221 reviews

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

From $32.11 per night

Hathor House

Cairo
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 849 reviews

Located within 1.6 miles of Cairo Tower and 1.8 miles of El Hussien Mosque, Hathor House provides rooms in Cairo.

From $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

Located in Cairo and with Tahrir Square reachable within a 6-minute walk, Lorenda hotel has concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a restaurant.

From $48.88 per night

Elwasim Plaza

Cairo
Budget options available

Located within a 6-minute walk of Tahrir Square and 0.6 miles of The Egyptian Museum, Elwasim Plaza provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Cairo.

From $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

Featuring a shared lounge, Cairo Crown Inn offers accommodations in Cairo, a 7-minute walk from Tahrir Square and 0.6 miles from The Egyptian Museum.

From $345 per night

Rhala Hostel Egypt

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

Located in Cairo, a 8-minute walk from Tahrir Square, Rhala Hostel Egypt provides air-conditioned accommodations and a shared lounge.

From $43.70 per night

Holy Sheet Hostel

Cairo
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,088 reviews

Located in Cairo and with Tahrir Square reachable within less than 1969 feet, Holy Sheet Hostel features concierge services, rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a garden.

From $57.96 per night

Rivera Cairo Hostel

Cairo
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 74 reviews

Located in Cairo, a 10-minute walk from Tahrir Square, Rivera Cairo Hostel features a shared lounge and views of the city.

From $105.57 per night

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Hostels that guests love in Cairo

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Avg. price/night: $58.65
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 138 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: $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 traveler
Avg. price/night: $28.34
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - 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 traveler
Avg. price/night: $55.39
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,466 reviews
Great location, very clean, best breakfast and the best hostel beds!
Guest review by
Mira
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $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 traveler
Avg. price/night: $40.57
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,270 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