Title: Great Alexander Hostel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=767&destination=Cairo%2C+Cairo+Governorate%2C+Egypt&selected=32834824&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Great Alexander Hostel Travelers discover Cairo's vibrant downtown scene from this convenient base near Tahrir Square, where the 24-hour desk helps arrange tickets for Egyptian adventures ## Photo gallery for Great Alexander Hostel ![Interior - Great Alexander Hostel (Cairo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32840000/32834900/32834824/287e30aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Great Alexander Hostel (Cairo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32840000/32834900/32834824/facead64.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Quadruple Room | Breakfast area | Free daily continental breakfast - Great Alexander Hostel (Cairo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32840000/32834900/32834824/cd08cde0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Great Alexander Hostel (Cairo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32840000/32834900/32834824/2972cc78.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Quadruple Room | Shared kitchen facilities | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle - Great Alexander Hostel (Cairo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32840000/32834900/32834824/dadf5fd9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Great Alexander Hostel places guests in downtown Cairo's vibrant energy. Start your day with a continental breakfast before exploring. The 24-hour front desk offers tour assistance, and free in-room WiFi keeps you connected. Guests consistently praise their experiences. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Laundry room - Room service - Housekeeping ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-31&endDate=2026-04-01&selected=32834824&PinnedHotelID=32834824&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-31&endDate=2026-04-01&selected=32834824&PinnedHotelID=32834824&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-01&endDate=2026-04-02&selected=32834824&PinnedHotelID=32834824&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-01&endDate=2026-04-02&selected=32834824&PinnedHotelID=32834824&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=32834824&PinnedHotelID=32834824&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=32834824&PinnedHotelID=32834824&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=32834824&PinnedHotelID=32834824&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=32834824&PinnedHotelID=32834824&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ### View all photos for Single Room ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32840000/32834900/32834824/1570f5da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Room - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Double or Twin Room ![Double or Twin Room | City view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32840000/32834900/32834824/bee232cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double or Twin Room - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Triple Room ![Triple Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32840000/32834900/32834824/4fab71d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Triple Room - Sleeps 3 - 3 Single Beds ### View all photos for Quadruple Room ![Quadruple Room | Shared kitchen facilities | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32840000/32834900/32834824/dadf5fd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Quadruple Room - Sleeps 4 - 4 Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Cairo travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairo.dx178243) [View more Hostels in Cairo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairo-Hostels.d178243-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C30.05079%2C31.24450&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Q2WpaMUcDF2-XHl9LfYoJR7utHo=) 165 Mohammed Farid, Cairo, Cairo Governorate ### What's nearby - ![Talaat Harb Street](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/767/93020beb-3238-4f3a-9119-c5a94061e40c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Talaat Harb Street 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![Famous Talaat Harb Square in downtown Egypt](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532406207/596ce9a1-c308-4905-a10d-661595ff200d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Midan Talaat Harb 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles - ![Tahrir Square or Martyr Square, famous public place in downtown Cairo, Egypt](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6073093/673827df-2c21-490b-a132-695ca57b7f29.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Tahrir Square 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - ![Cairo, Egypt - Nov 2nd 2018 - Tourists in front of the main entrance of the Egypt history museum in Cairo in a blue sky day](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6073085/525538f6-e70a-4181-a317-1043d225745e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Egyptian Museum 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles - ![Khan el-Khalili](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/767/1268542d-3368-49a9-88ca-f23546e81be1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Khan el-Khalili 19 min walk \- 1.0 mile ### Getting around - Imbaba Station 6 min drive - Attaba Station 6 min walk - Cairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.) 36 min drive ### Restaurants - Koueider | قويدر 5 min walk - Al Americaine | الأمريكين 6 min walk - Al Americaine | الأمريكين 3 min walk - Costa Coffee 6 min walk - Cap D'Or 3 min walk ## About this property ### Great Alexander Hostel Hostel near Tahrir Square Close to Egyptian Museum, Great Alexander Hostel provides amenities, such as free continental breakfast and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Airport pick-up service (surcharge), a front desk safe and smoke-free property - Tour/ticket information, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage Room features All guest rooms at Great Alexander Hostel have comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to More amenities include: - Bathrooms with showers - TVs with satellite channels - Communal kitchens, fridges and microwaves ## Similar properties ![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118220000/118216200/118216161/b8e55245.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Viaje Hotel Downtown Cairo Downtown Cairo - Breakfast included - Spa - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 9.0 Wonderful 294 reviews £50 includes taxes & fees 2 Apr - 3 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-02&endDate=2026-04-03&selected=118216161&PinnedHotelID=118216161&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Deluxe Double or Twin Room, City View | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109090000/109087700/109087627/24590b3d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### HEAVEN HOSTEL Downtown Cairo - 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - No on-site parking available - 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge ### Food and drink - Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM ### Family friendly - In-room microwave - In-room refrigerator ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Hob - Limited room service - Microwave - Refrigerator - Shared kitchen access ### More - Air conditioning ## Policies ### Check-in Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: EGP 300 per vehicle - Airport shuttle fee per child: EGP 300 (from 6 to 12 years old) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Great Alexander Hostel Cairo Governorate Great Alexander Cairo Governorate Great Alexander Great Alexander Hostel Cairo Great Alexander Cairo Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Great Alexander Hostel Cairo Cairo Great Alexander Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Great Alexander Hostel Great Alexander Great Alexander Hostel Cairo Great Alexander Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Great Alexander Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cairo ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Great Alexander Hostel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Great Alexander Hostel? ### What time is check-in at Great Alexander Hostel? ### What time is check-out at Great Alexander Hostel? ### Does Great Alexander Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Great Alexander Hostel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Great Alexander Hostel Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Staff & service ### 9.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 2 Feb 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice Budget stay Nice hostel at good location for a good price ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 2 Mar 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Good hostel with basic breakfast , the free wifi was good too . it is located in a live area , enjoyed here . ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Migul 2 Mar 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Acceptable room in a very good location for a fair rate it was clean and breakfast was ok . ##### Migul Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### MA 24 Feb 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I liked my short stay here and recommend it to budget traveler like central located hostel clean and good value . ##### MA Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 3 Feb 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### recomended hostel . acceptable home well located at the center of the city . ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### T 1 Mar 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities ##### T Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019 ---