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Next weekend
23 Oct - 25 Oct
In two weeks
30 Oct - 1 Nov
In one month
13 Nov - 15 Nov
In two months
11 Dec - 13 Dec

Our top choices for Cairo hostels

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk with a phone, and a city view.

1. Great Pyramids View Hotel

Great Pyramids View Hotel
4.0 star property
Al Haram
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"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 NZ$65
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Great Pyramids View Hotel
A restaurant with large windows, wooden tables, and a stone floor.

2. Museum Plaza

Museum Plaza
1.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (36 reviews)
"Amazing view from my window, super friendly staff, good breakfast"
United States
Sergio
The price is NZ$105
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Museum Plaza
A multi-story building with balconies and a ground-level storefront.

3. Heritage Hostel

Heritage Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (12 reviews)
"Convenient location, nice staffs, good facility"
Canada
Thi Anh Dao
The price is NZ$30
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Heritage Hostel
A building with a blue exterior, a red door, and a satellite dish.

4. Dahab hostel

Dahab hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (68 reviews)
"It exactly what I needed for por short stay in Cairo with helpful suggestions and easy getting picked up from the airport and organized while in Cairo."
Canada
Seth
The price is NZ$46
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Dahab hostel
A lobby with marble walls, a reception desk, a plant, and a seating area.

5. Lorenda hotel

Lorenda hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
Lorenda hotel
A balcony with a wooden table and chairs, a tiled floor, and a view of the cityscape.

6. Green Hostel

Green Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
The price is NZ$17
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Green Hostel
A hallway with a marble floor, a wall-mounted sign reading "CALMA HOTEL," and a decorative arch.

7. Calma Hotel

Calma Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (17 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 NZ$61
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Calma Hotel
A historic building with a central courtyard, surrounded by dense urban housing.

8. 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 NZ$123
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Champollion Hostel
A staircase leading to a room with a ceiling fan, a potted plant, and a decorative metal gate.

9. 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 NZ$26
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
City Hostel
A balcony with a dining table set with food and drinks, overlooking a city street with buildings and palm trees.

10. Holy Sheet Hostel

Holy Sheet Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (42 reviews)
"Nice kitchen and great common area. The staff was amazing and took good care of me. Excellent location. AC in rooms runs without gatekeeping. Privacy curtains. Lots of showers and bathroom. Needs a deep clean like most busy places and the AC s do need service as the could be much colder. I do recommendthis hostel ."
United States
Jared
The price is NZ$67
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Holy Sheet Hostel
A bedroom with a bed, a wooden bench, a mirror, a TV, and a bathroom door.

11. Meramees Hostel

Meramees Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown Cairo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (65 reviews)
"I ended up getting sick during the stay (unrelated to the hotel). Wasn’t able to interact with guests or workers much. When I was able to talk to the front desk staff, they were awesome and super helpful. A+"
United States
Tyler
The price is NZ$41
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Meramees Hostel
A courtyard with a pool, outdoor seating, and a building with balconies.

12. Layla Hostel

Layla Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
"The room was clean, the pool was well maintained and everyone was so helpful."
Canada
Meghan
The price is NZ$94
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Layla Hostel
A wicker chair and a potted plant on a balcony with a cityscape view.

13. 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 NZ$37
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
The Australian Hostel
A hallway with a potted plant, a metal bench, and a white door.

14. Safary Hotel - Hostel

Safary Hotel - Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown Cairo
6.4 out of 10, (15 reviews)
"C'était horrible le parterre était tellement sale que on peut pas enlever les chaussures"
France
Yacine
The price is NZ$16
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Safary Hotel - Hostel
A hotel room with a balcony, a TV, and a bathroom with a mirror and sink.

15. 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 NZ$91
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Landmark Hostel Cairo
A balcony with two wicker chairs, a small table with a tray, and a potted plant.

16. Downtown Kings Hotel

Downtown Kings Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
The price is NZ$52
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Downtown Kings Hotel
A couple sitting on a striped sofa with a patterned wall behind them, a table with food and drinks, and a brick pillar.

17. Castle Hotel

Castle Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"This is by far one of the best stays I have had aa far as hospitality goes, amazing. I checked in with Muhammed which was more than happy ti help with anything you needed, even for random things which would help you stay, a very great gentleman. For the rest of my stay Farah helped me with spots and things I could do and so did Hurudh which always made sure that you were comfortable and your stay was going well. The location of the hotel itself is also great and easy to wander. Fantastic place!"
United States
Arbi
The price is NZ$38
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Castle Hotel
A multi-story building with balconies and a mix of architectural styles.

18. Cairo Lodge Hostel

Cairo Lodge Hostel
1.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
Cairo Lodge Hostel
A balcony with a potted plant, a small table, and a view of a building with a dome and a clock tower.

19. The Kmt collection Hotel

The Kmt collection Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 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 NZ$31
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
The Kmt collection Hotel
A living room with a large window, a patterned rug, and a traditional wall mural.

20. Welcome Arabesque Hostel

Welcome Arabesque Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (21 reviews)
"The hotel was excellent value for money and the staff were extremely helpful. I hope to stay there again."
United Kingdom
Robert
The price is NZ$33
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Welcome Arabesque Hostel
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Cairo Hostels information

Number of reviews
369
Accommodation
140 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$16
Highest Price
NZ$123

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. Safary Hotel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Nasser Station. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with hairdryers and free Wi-Fi.
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.