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The Australian Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with a restaurant, near Tahrir Square

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City view
Terrace/patio
Daily continental breakfast (USD 2 per person)
Property entrance
Quadruple Room (shared bathroom) | Terrace/patio
The Australian Hostel provides a welcoming retreat in bustling Downtown Cairo. Guests can sample local dishes at the on-site restaurant, connect with free in-room WiFi, or browse the hostel's library collection for a quiet moment between sightseeing adventures.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Triple Room, Private Bathroom

Triple Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room (shared bathroom)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Shower/bath combination
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 3 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room (shared bathroom )

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Shower/bath combination
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 2 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Triple Room (shared bathroom )

Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room (shared bathroom )

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Shower/bath combination
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room (shared bathroom )

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Shower/bath combination
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 2 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Located in Downtown Cairo, a neighbourhood in Cairo, The Australian Hostel is near a metro station. Giza Pyramid Complex and Pyramid of Khufu are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Khan el-Khalili and Citystars Heliopolis. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Al-Ahly Sports Club or Cairo International Stadium.
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23 Abd El khaleq Sarwat Downtown Cairo, Cairo, 11511

What's nearby

  • Egyptian Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Tahrir Square - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • American University of Cairo - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Khan el-Khalili - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Cairo Tower - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Nasser Station - 8 min walk
  • Cairo Ramses Station - 20 min walk
  • Cairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Karam El Sham - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Akher Sa'a | أخر ساعة - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Koueider | قويدر - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Al Americaine | الأمريكين - ‬4 min walk
  • Cap D'Or

About this property

The Australian Hostel

Hostel near Tahrir Square
Located close to Egyptian Museum, The Australian Hostel provides a library, dry cleaning/laundry services and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and express check-out
  • A lift, coffee/tea in reception and a front desk safe
  • Multilingual staff, free newspapers and a reception hall
Room features
All guest rooms at The Australian Hostel feature perks, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other amenities include:
  • Local maps and sound-insulated walls
  • 32-inch LED TVs with satellite channels

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 2 for adults and USD 1 for children
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

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
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately USD 2 for adults and from USD 1 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 11 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash

Property is also known as

Australian Hostel Cairo
Australian Hostel
Australian Cairo
The Australian Hostel Cairo
The Australian Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
The Australian Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cairo

Frequently asked questions

Is The Australian Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Australian Hostel?

This hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Australian Hostel?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Australian Hostel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does The Australian Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 11 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Australian Hostel located?

Located in Downtown Cairo, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Talaat Harb Street, Tahrir Square and Egyptian Museum. Royal Chariots Museum and Midan Talaat Harb are also within 10 minutes. Nasser Station is 8 minutes by foot and Attaba Station is 9 minutes.

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