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Our top choices for Cairo hostels

Free daily continental breakfast

Venus guest house

Venus guest house
2.0 star property
Giza
2.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"They were overbooked"
United States
Omar
The price is ฿543
฿700 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jul - 19 Jul
Venus guest house
Soundproofing, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi, bed sheets

Swisstay Downtown Cairo

Swisstay Downtown Cairo
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
The price is ฿1,110
฿1,431 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
Swisstay Downtown Cairo
Restaurant

Tut & Pyramids View

Tut & Pyramids View
2.0 star property
Giza
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
" I had an excellent stay at Tut & Pyramids View Hotel. My room had a stunning mountain view, was spotless, and very comfortable. The staff were professional, friendly, and always ready to assist. I highly recommend this hotel for anyone visiting Giza Pyramids "
United States
Alexander
The price is ฿492
฿634 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jul - 25 Jul
Tut & Pyramids View
Reception

City Hostel

City Hostel
1.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (57 reviews)
"The place is hard to find. Poor upkeep of the place. Not available for 24 hours check in. Will not stay there again. "
United States
Amelia L
The price is ฿364
฿480 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
City Hostel
Deluxe Double Room | Terrace/patio

The Kmt collection Hotel

The Kmt collection Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Was perfet"
United Arab Emirates
Abdelrahman
The price is ฿443
฿572 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
The Kmt collection Hotel
Exterior

Safary Hotel - Hostel

Safary Hotel - Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown Cairo
6.8 out of 10, (9 reviews)
"C'était horrible le parterre était tellement sale que on peut pas enlever les chaussures"
France
Yacine
The price is ฿236
฿305 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
Safary Hotel - Hostel
In-room dining

Safary Hotel

Safary Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
5.4 out of 10, (23 reviews)
"Great place with even better people!"
United States
Michael
The price is ฿175
฿226 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
Safary Hotel
Balcony view

Four pyramids Guest house

Four pyramids Guest house
2.0 star property
Kafrat al Jabal
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Amazing Hospitality from the property owner. Delicious food and good beverages. Nice spacious room and good cleanliness. I loved my stay at this property. Will book again."
United States
Erick
The price is ฿281
฿363 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jul - 26 Jul
Four pyramids Guest house
Outdoor pool

Layla Hostel

Layla Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"The room was clean, the pool was well maintained and everyone was so helpful."
Canada
Meghan
The price is ฿1,209
฿1,559 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jul - 19 Jul
Layla Hostel
Front of property

Basha Pyramids INN

Basha Pyramids INN
2.0 star property
Giza
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"hotel is close to giza pyramids entrance 5 mins walk newly renovated and its clean,roof top terrace pyramids views, nabour"
Canada
jason jaswant
The price is ฿332
฿429 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Basha Pyramids INN
Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Amon Ra Hotel

Amon Ra Hotel
2.0 star property
Nazelet Al Batran
The price is ฿519
฿670 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
Amon Ra Hotel
Front of property

Lorenda hotel

Lorenda hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
The price is ฿701
฿904 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
Lorenda hotel
Front of property

Princess Pyramids View INN

Princess Pyramids View INN
2.0 star property
Al Haram
The price is ฿584
฿754 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
Princess Pyramids View INN
Deluxe Double Room | View from room

RIWAQ Pyramids Boutique

RIWAQ Pyramids Boutique
2.0 star property
Al Haram
The price is ฿841
฿1,085 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
RIWAQ Pyramids Boutique
Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Great Pyramid View Hotel

Great Pyramid View Hotel
2.0 star property
Al Haram
The price is ฿727
฿937 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
Great Pyramid View Hotel
Reception hall

Pyramids Nights Hostel

Pyramids Nights Hostel
2.0 star property
Al Haram
The price is ฿597
฿769 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Pyramids Nights Hostel
Rooftop terrace

cairo house hostel

cairo house hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
The price is ฿723
฿933 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
cairo house hostel
Balcony view

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 ฿790
฿1,019 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Holy Sheet Hostel
Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom | Property grounds

Green Hostel

Green Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
The price is ฿280
฿362 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Green Hostel
Terrace/patio

Pyramids Solar Boat Inn

Pyramids Solar Boat Inn
2.0 star property
Al Haram
6.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
"clean room"
United Kingdom
aki
The price is ฿386
฿497 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Pyramids Solar Boat Inn
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Top Cairo Hotel Reviews

The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo

The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing staff, very helpful !!"
nadim 4-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo

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Cairo Hostels information

Number of reviews
112
Accommodation
145 Hostels
Lowest Price
฿226
Highest Price
฿1,559

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. 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. 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. Holy Sheet Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Mohamed Naguib Station and Sadat Station. You can take advantage of free breakfast and free Wi-Fi, as well as a 24-hour front desk. You'll find bed sheets, free Wi-Fi and free toiletries 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 126 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 Fustat Garden, The Andalus Park and Al-Azhar Park. 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.