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Our top choices for Cairo hostels

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1. 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 S$62
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Museum Plaza
Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace

2. 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 S$33
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Great Pyramids View Hotel
Balcony view

3. 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 S$36
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Holy Sheet Hostel
Reception

4. 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 S$33
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Calma Hotel
Reception

5. 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 S$17
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
City Hostel
Outdoor pool

6. 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 S$72
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Layla Hostel
Front of property

7. 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 S$21
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
Heritage Hostel
Exterior

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 S$40
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Champollion Hostel
Terrace/patio

9. 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 S$42
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Cairo Crown Hotel
Free WiFi, bed sheets

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 S$60
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Landmark Hostel Cairo
Balcony view

11. Champollion Palace Hotel

Champollion Palace Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
The price is S$96
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Champollion Palace Hotel
Terrace/patio

12. 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 S$36
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
The Kmt collection Hotel
Exterior

13. 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 S$33
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Dahab hostel
Soundproofing, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

14. HEAVEN HOSTEL

HEAVEN HOSTEL
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is S$148
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
HEAVEN HOSTEL
Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

15. paris east hostel

paris east hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"清潔な客室でスタッフのNadaも優しくよかったです"
Japan
Tatsuya
The price is S$97
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
paris east hostel
City view

16. Prestige pyramids inn

Prestige pyramids inn
2.0 star property
Al Haram
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"The staff is super helpful! Like a family, the view is excellent! Lots of pyramids times! The breakfast were superb! We asked to have breakfast in balcony and the staff were so nice to let us do that at our own time. Can’t be better "
Australia
Janet
The price is S$42
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Prestige pyramids inn
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

17. Cairo Bella House - Egypt

Cairo Bella House - Egypt
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
The price is S$49
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Cairo Bella House - Egypt
City view

18. Magic Hotel

Magic Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
7.2 out of 10, Good, (5 reviews)
"All is good "
Canada
hani
The price is S$80
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Magic Hotel
Front of property

19. Lorenda hotel

Lorenda hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
The price is S$29
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Lorenda hotel
Free daily continental breakfast

20. Venus guest house

Venus guest house
2.0 star property
Giza
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7 reviews)
"The staff were very friendly and helpful. The location was excellent, and I loved the view of the pyramids. The breakfast was very varied and delicious ♥️"
United States
Tuna
The price is S$41
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Venus guest house
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Cairo Hostels information

Number of reviews
242
Accommodation
142 Hostels
Lowest Price
S$17
Highest Price
S$148

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: 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. Heritage Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Tahrir Square. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with showers, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi. 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. Rooms come with towels, hairdryers and bed sheets. Four pyramids Guest house - Guests can enjoy free breakfast, a restaurant and a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with towels, showers and hairdryers. Basha Pyramids INN - Located within a 10-minute walk of Giza Pyramid Complex and Great Sphinx of Giza. Guests can enjoy free parking and a 24-hour front desk. You'll find towels, TVs and hairdryers in all rooms.
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, National Museum of Egyptian Civilization and Coptic Museum.
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.