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Our top choices for Cairo hostels

A staircase leading to a room with a ceiling fan, a potted plant, and a decorative metal gate.

1. City Hostel

City Hostel
1.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (57 reviews)
"This place is very good and the hospitality is very comfortable, as well as the staff is very nice and friendly "
United States
Baher
The price is £9
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
City Hostel
A historic building with a central courtyard, surrounded by dense urban housing.

2. Champollion Hostel

Champollion Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"The rooms are in excellent condition, and the staff are friendly and always willing to help. I highly recommend this place to anyone planning to stay in downtown Cairo."
United States
CAGLAR
The price is £22
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Champollion Hostel
A restaurant with large windows, wooden tables, and a stone floor.

3. Museum Plaza

Museum Plaza
1.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (34 reviews)
"Amazing view from my window, super friendly staff, good breakfast"
United States
Sergio
The price is £39
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Museum Plaza
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk with a phone, and a city view.

4. Great Pyramids View Hotel

Great Pyramids View Hotel
4.0 star property
Al Haram
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"The view of the pyramids from the balcony is insane . Room was clean and the receptionist was super helpful Overall underrated to its price"
United States
Mia
The price is £22
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Great Pyramids View Hotel
A hallway with a marble floor, a wall-mounted sign reading "CALMA HOTEL," and a decorative arch.

5. Calma Hotel

Calma Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"Absolutely loved our stay! Fantastic hospitality, spotless rooms, and an incredible location. The team here makes you feel right at home. 10/10 recommendation for anyone looking for a seamless, enjoyable trip!"
United States
Anastasia
The price is £26
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Calma Hotel
A multi-story building with balconies and a ground-level storefront.

6. Heritage Hostel

Heritage Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Convenient location, nice staffs, good facility"
Canada
Thi Anh Dao
The price is £12
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Heritage Hostel
A balcony with a potted plant, a small table, and a view of a building with a dome and a clock tower.

7. The Kmt collection Hotel

The Kmt collection Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"The staff was very helpful and flexible with our needs and requests. They treated our 3-year-old son very well. Besides, the place itself is very clean and comfortable."
United States
Eric Noriel
The price is £22
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
The Kmt collection Hotel
A balcony with a dining table set with food and drinks, overlooking a city street with buildings and palm trees.

8. Holy Sheet Hostel

Holy Sheet Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (41 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Friendly staff and free breakfast."
United Kingdom
Sophia
The price is £22
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Holy Sheet Hostel
A historic building with classical architecture, surrounded by dense urban residential buildings.

9. Champollion Palace Hotel

Champollion Palace Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
The price is £57
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Champollion Palace Hotel
A hotel room with a balcony, a TV, and a bathroom with a mirror and sink.

10. Landmark Hostel Cairo

Landmark Hostel Cairo
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Clean and staff helpful"
United States
JEN-LI
The price is £35
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Landmark Hostel Cairo
A hotel room with three beds, a potted plant, a red curtain, and wall art.

11. Cairo Bella House - Egypt

Cairo Bella House - Egypt
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
The price is £29
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Cairo Bella House - Egypt
A balcony with a table set for a meal, surrounded by potted plants.

12. Midtown Hostel

Midtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
7.8 out of 10, Good, (66 reviews)
"Really enjoyed the experience staying here. Rooms are clean, breakfast was great, location is good, and above all, the host there are really nice. I lived there for 5 nights, and every day living there was a great day. Truly recommend this hostel to be your home in Egypt to stay!!"
France
Wei-Tse
The price is £27
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Midtown Hostel
A lobby with marble walls, a reception desk, a plant, and a seating area.

13. Lorenda hotel

Lorenda hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
The price is £17
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Lorenda hotel
A reception area with a reception desk, a sofa, and a wall with a wooden panel design.

14. Rotana Palace Suites

Rotana Palace Suites
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
6.0 out of 10, (6 reviews)
"Temizdi"
Turkey
Hakan
The price is £21
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Rotana Palace Suites
A wicker chair and a potted plant on a balcony with a cityscape view.

15. The Australian Hostel

The Australian Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"기본적으로 있을 것들이 다 있습니다. 위치도 좋고 사람에 따라서는 큰길가이기 때문에 조금 시끄럽다고 여길 수 있는데, 위치를 고려하면 문제가 될 정도는 아니라고 생각합니다. 다만 고양이들이 좀 돌아다니는데, 크게 문제가 되진 않습니다"
South Korea
Daesung
The price is £16
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
The Australian Hostel
A rooftop terrace with wooden tables and chairs, potted plants, and a view of the cityscape.

16. cairo house hostel

cairo house hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
The price is £21
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
cairo house hostel
A building with a blue exterior, a red door, and a satellite dish.

17. Dahab hostel

Dahab hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (67 reviews)
"Good location, on a rooftop, nice staff and got the basics and a wifi working good. "
Norway
Erik
The price is £20
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Dahab hostel
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a painting on the wall, and an air conditioning unit.

18. HEAVEN HOSTEL

HEAVEN HOSTEL
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is £66
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
HEAVEN HOSTEL
A balcony with a table set for a meal, overlooking a building with multiple balconies and architectural details.

19. Cairo Crown Hotel

Cairo Crown Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 reviews)
"Good new hotel all fixtures are brand new location perfect. All restaurant shopping walkable. Night time street is perfect joint for a shisha coffee & food. "
United Kingdom
Harish
The price is £27
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Cairo Crown Hotel
A courtyard with a pool, outdoor seating, and a building with balconies.

20. Layla Hostel

Layla Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"The room was clean, the pool was well maintained and everyone was so helpful."
Canada
Meghan
The price is £42
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Layla Hostel
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Top Cairo Hotel Reviews

Hilton Cairo Grand Nile

Hilton Cairo Grand Nile

10/10 Excellent
"Nice view, the staff was very helpful. I loved sitting by the river at the resturant."
Mohammad 3-night trip
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Hilton Cairo Grand Nile

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Cairo Hostels information

Number of reviews
300
Accommodation
141 Hostels
Lowest Price
£9
Highest Price
£66

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Cairo?
By staying at a hostel, you can reduce your spending on accommodations and save more of your budget for sightseeing during your stay. You can enjoy activities like shopping, and the gardens create an appealing natural setting.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dorm-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget prices and a social atmosphere.
What are the best hostels in Cairo?
Ready to book a hostel? These ones have the best reviews from our travellers and could be a good place to look first: Heritage Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Tahrir Square. You can take advantage of free breakfast and free Wi-Fi, as well as a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with showers, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi. Layla Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Saad Zaghloul Station. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as an outdoor pool. Rooms come with showers, coffee/tea makers and bed sheets. Basha Pyramids INN - Located within a 10-minute walk of Giza Pyramid Complex and Great Sphinx of Giza. You can take advantage of free parking and a 24-hour front desk at this property. You'll find towels, TVs and hairdryers in all rooms. Nefertari Pyramids View Inn - Located within a 20-minute walk of Giza Pyramid Complex and Great Sphinx of Giza. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a nightclub and 2 restaurants. You'll find towels, hairdryers and bed sheets in all rooms. Four pyramids Guest house - Property features include free breakfast, a restaurant and a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with towels, showers and hairdryers.
How many hostels should I expect to find in Cairo?
If you're hoping to find somewhere affordable to stay in Cairo, one of Expedia's 124 hostels could be a great option for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Cairo?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 30°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 16°C. Between January and March, the daytime average is 25°C and the night-time average is 10°C. Between April and June, temperatures average 37°C during the day and 15°C at night. Between July and September, the temperature averages 38°C during the day and 23°C at night. Between October and December, the average temperature is 31°C during the day and 12°C at night.
What is there to see and do in Cairo?
Generally, Cairo is known for its museums, cafes and historical sites. Major attractions include Giza Pyramid Complex. Get out into nature with places such as Al-Azhar Park, International Park and Nile. Cultural attractions include Cairo Opera House, Manial Palace and National Museum of Egyptian Civilization.
What's the best way to get to and around Cairo while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Cairo in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Cairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.), located 10.9 mi (17.5 km) away. An alternative is Giza (SPX-Sphinx Intl.), located 21.3 mi (34.2 km) away. When you're out and about, you might want to use public transport to get around. Nearby metro stations include Sadat Station, Mohamed Naguib Station and Saad Zaghloul Station. To check out more of the area, hop on a train at Cairo Ramses Station, Imbaba Station or Giza Suburbs Station.