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Hostels in Cairo, Egypt

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Cairo, Egypt
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Popular hostels in Cairo

Discover well-known properties in Cairo that are favored by visitors more than others. There are 4,594 hotels in Cairo and price data was last updated on April 27, 2024. The average price for a hotel in Cairo is $22/night.
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2 Champollion Road, Cairo, Egypt
Museum House Hostel is located in the heart of Cairo, and features free Wi-Fi. It is surrounded by a range of popular eateries and is minutes on foot from Sadat Metro Station.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
8.3
Excellent
1374 reviews
Location
0.1 mi from city centre
32 Sabri Abou Alam, Talaat Harb Square, Cairo, Egypt
Centrally located, Meramees Hostel offers easy access to Cairo's main shopping and sightseeing areas. Guests can also make the most of free internet access throughout the property.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
7.8
Good
55 reviews
Location
0.3 mi from city centre
6 Bank Misr Street,Off Sherif St.Front of the Central Bank of Egypt., Cairo, Egypt
Situated in the heart of the city, Freedom Hostel provides easy access to Cairo's main shopping and sightseeing areas. It also offers complimentary wireless internet.
Free Wi-Fi
8.9
Excellent
669 reviews
Location
0.4 mi from city centre
3 Ibrahim El-Qabbani St. Talaat Harb Sq., Cairo, Egypt
Situated in the heart of the city, Kings Palace Hotel Cairo provides easy access to Cairo's main shopping and sightseeing areas. It also offers complimentary wireless internet.
Free Wi-Fi
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Air Conditioning
4.8
Okay
1 reviews
Location
0.2 mi from city centre
34 Abdel Khalik Sarwat St, Downtown, Cairo, Egypt
Conveniently situated, Jamaica Hostel allows for easy access to Cairo's popular sightseeing areas. It provides complimentary Wi-Fi, a 24-hour reception and meeting rooms.
Free Wi-Fi
7.2
Good
22 reviews
Location
0.4 mi from city centre
2 Mina Street, Cairo, Egypt
Providing a shuttle to Cairo International Airport, plus free Wi-Fi, H10 Pyramids View is a comfortable base in Cairo. It is ideally positioned for guests wishing to visit local attractions.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.5
Excellent
108 reviews
Location
7.4 mi from city centre
11 Ramses St., Cairo, Egypt
Welcome Arabesque Hotel is located in Cairo and offers free Wi-Fi. It is conveniently situated in the city centre.
Free Wi-Fi
Location
0.3 mi from city centre
23 Abd El Khaleq Sarwat Downtown Cairo, Cairo, Egypt
Situated close to Ataba Metro Station, The Australian Hostel offers guests an ideal base while in Cairo. This hostel is set in the heart of the city.
Free Wi-Fi
8.2
Excellent
416 reviews
Location
0.4 mi from city centre

Tips for booking hostels in Cairo

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Cairo. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on April 27, 2024.
Cheapest month:February
Most expensive month:July
Average price in Cairo:$22/night
Cheapest price found:$3/night
Cheapest day:Saturday
Most expensive day:Tuesday
$3 - $49
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$6 - $45
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Top-rated Cairo hostels

Browse through properties in Cairo that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 4,594 properties in Cairo and data was last updated on April 27, 2024.
Some of the best Cairo hostel options as decided by our users. Learn why these hostels were rated among the best by reading user reviews.
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26 Mahmoud Bassiouny, Cairo, Egypt
0.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$18
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47 El-Falaky Street, Cairo, Egypt
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$13
Avg. per night
11, Ramsis Str, - Abdel Monem Riyad Sqr., Cairo, Egypt
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$23
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33 Ramsis Street, Cairo, Egypt
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$21
Avg. per night

Cheapest hostels in Cairo, Egypt

Discover affordable stays in Cairo that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Cairo can be found for as low as $14 per night. There is currently one property in Cairo that can be booked for this price. Heritage Hostel Cairo is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Cairo. Price data was last updated on April 27, 2024
For those on a budget, these are the cheapest hostels available in Cairo for the selected dates. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.
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13 Meret Basha, Cairo, Egypt
0.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$14
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8 Ali Al Kasar Street, Cairo, Egypt
0.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$15
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34 Talaat Harb, Cairo, Egypt
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$16
Avg. per night
10 Mohamed Helmy Ibrahim St., Cairo, Egypt
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$18
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in Cairo

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Cairo. There are 4,594 properties in Cairo and price data was last updated on April 27, 2024. The average price for a hotel in Cairo is $22/night.
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Omar Ibn El Khattab Street, Nasr City, Cairo, Egypt
6.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$91
Avg. per night
10 Saif Al Din Mahrani, Cairo, Egypt
1.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$20
Avg. per night
Po Box 138 Orman, El Missaha Square Dokki, Giza Cairo, Egypt, Cairo, Egypt
1.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$117
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Cairo

Explore different neighborhoods and areas within Cairo to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on April 27, 2024.
Utilize the map to find properties close to the Cairo area(s) or attractions you plan on visiting. As an added benefit, users can click a hostel they're interesting in to find helpful information and deals for that hostel.

Facts about staying in Cairo

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Cairo to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on April 27, 2024.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Cairo?

    On average, it’s $22/night for a hostel in Cairo, though $21/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $3/night in Cairo. Try to avoid booking your hostel in April (the most expensive month). Booking in September (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What’s the best hostel in Cairo?

    Based on our data, Dahab Hostel is the best Cairo hostel, with a rating of 8.9/10 from 80 reviews.

  • What hostel is closest to Cairo Airport?

    If you’re looking for hostels in Cairo that aren’t far from Cairo Airport, then the closest one is Venus Hostel, which is 10.7 mi away.

  • What area of Cairo is most popular to stay in?

    While there are other neighborhoods throughout Cairo, 0% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in Nasr City in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. Purple Hotel is our most popular hostel in this area.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Cairo closest to Egyptian Museum?

    If you’re looking for a hostel near Egyptian Museum while in Cairo, then opt for the popular Egyptian Night Hostel with a 6.7/10 review score from 920 users. The distance from Egyptian Museum to Egyptian Night Hostel is 0.1 mi.

  • Should I stay in a Cairo hostel?

    Staying at a hostel in Cairo is a great way to save money, as hostels are often less expensive than hotels and vacation rentals. Hostels are ideal for solo travelers due to their dorm-style sleeping arrangements (though some hostels do offer private rooms).

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