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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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,516 reviews
Price from
£38.13
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.

A
Abeer Faour
From
Germany
I recently stayed at Layla Hostel in downtown Cairo, and it was an amazing experience! The location is fantastic—just a short distance from Tahrir Square, the Egyptian Museum, and other iconic landmarks, making it the perfect base for exploring the city. The hostel itself is clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, which made my stay truly enjoyable. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, always ready to offer recommendations and assistance with anything I needed. One of the highlights was the delicious breakfast, with options for Full English, vegetarian, and vegan meals, catering to all dietary preferences. This was a great way to start each day before heading out to explore Cairo’s historic sites. I also appreciated the peaceful and non-smoking environment, which provided a relaxing escape from the busy streets of Cairo. Whether you’re a solo traveler or visiting with friends, Layla Hostel offers a cozy and welcoming atmosphere that makes you feel at home. Overall, I highly recommend Layla Hostel to anyone looking for affordable, clean, and centrally located accommodation in Cairo. I would definitely stay here again on my next visit!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 129 reviews
Price from
£38.30
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.

Y
Yusuf
From
Nigeria
Serenity and the place is new and clean
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 109 reviews
Price from
£13.79
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.

A
Adrian
From
Spain
Fantastic place. Outstanding location. New hotel, new facilities, big rooms, nice views. An excellent option if you want to visit El Cairo/Giza. On top of all Ibrahim is a marvelous host.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 229 reviews
Price from
£50.64
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...

I
Irene
From
Netherlands
The staff of the Space Hostel is super nice! They made jokes with our kids and made us feel at home. We booked an excursion to Alexandria and had to leave by 7AM. They provided us with breakfast at 6.30 even though breakfast doesn't officially start until 8AM. Our kids really liked the cool blue lights under our beds. The room was comfy, bathroom looked new. Also, there was a lot less noise (honking from cars, music blasting, screaming) than in any other hotel we stayed at during our 2,5 weeks in Egypt, including some fancy way more expensive places. The location is convenient, just 15 minute walk to the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities. Highly recommended.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 378 reviews
Price from
£26.74
1 night, 2 adults

Farsha Pyramids Inn

Giza, Cairo

Farsha Pyramids Inn features an outdoor swimming pool, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Cairo.

I
IGOR
From
Belarus
It was a really amazing stay in Giza! Very good Hotel like in the photos We took the tour to Pyramids (Giza/Saqqara and Dahshur) - it was a really good and professional! Tour guide was so funny and interesting) All the staff are friendly and nice They are organized for our family very good breakfasts on the rooftop everyday! Also we take a lunch and dinner there! Amazing view with amazing staff! Also they are drive us to the Pool (It's about 3 mins from the Hotel) We will be back for sure!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews
Price from
£93.62
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
Margot
From
France
The staff were truly welcoming and careful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 418 reviews
Price from
£21.27
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.

R
Robert
From
Czech Republic
Zein Pyramid view is on of the best acomodation in Egypt. We can recomended to all good People 👍. We will come again surly🙂.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 111 reviews
Price from
£7.58
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.

M
Marcel
From
Ecuador
the staff was very friendly and helpful!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 673 reviews
Price from
£28.60
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.

P
Pantelis
From
Spain
very good location the most friendly people
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews
Price from
£21.45
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 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,837 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,631 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,314 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,226 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,224 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 511 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 229 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 673 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 197 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 4,130 reviews

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

  • Cairo Hub

    Cairo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 350 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.

  • Rotana Palace Suites

    Cairo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 673 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.

  • Landmark Hostel Cairo

    Cairo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 109 reviews

    Set in Cairo, 300 metres from Tahrir Square, Landmark Hostel Cairo provides air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge.

  • Museum Plaza

    Cairo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,314 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
    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 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 504 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.

  • Heritage Hostel Cairo

    Cairo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,224 reviews

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

  • Cecilia Hostel

    Cairo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,308 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.

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, 3,631 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,308 reviews

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

  • Royal Home Hotel

    Cairo
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 257 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.

  • City Hotel

    Cairo
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - 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
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 351 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
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 223 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.

  • Marhaba Inn Hostel

    Cairo
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 58 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...

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  • 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 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 436 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, 225 reviews

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

  • 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.

  • Mesho Cairo Hostel

    Cairo
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 76 reviews

    Mesho Cairo Hostel is set in Cairo, within 2.3 km of Al-Azhar Mosque and 1.4 km of The Egyptian Museum.

  • Venice Hosokawaya

    Cairo
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 184 reviews

    Located in Cairo, 1.4 km from Tahrir Square, Venice Hosokawaya features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

  • Azar Boutique Hotel

    Cairo
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 218 reviews

    Azar Hotel is centrally located in Historic Center ( Cairo Downtown ).

  • happy life hostel

    Cairo
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 511 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, happy life hostel is set in Cairo, 1.5 km from Tahrir Square.

FAQ about hostels in Cairo

Hostels that guests love in Cairo

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  • Avg. price/night: £23.83
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 91 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: £43.66
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 590 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: £17.16
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 611 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: £38.13
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,516 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, 155 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: £26.69
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,308 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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