Hostels in Cairo, Egypt

46 hostels available. Prices start from $5 for a dorm bed.

Hostels in Cairo

Tahrir Square Hostel

Downtown
Free Breakfast
Solo Traveller
"Tahrir Square Hostel is located in the heart of Cairo, a unique design hostel with the most private dorm room you can find in Egypt as you will have a bed with certain, private lamb, plug and stand … More

Heritage Hostel

TAHRIR SQUARE
Digital Nomads Party Hostel Solo Traveller
"…6 km from the accommodation, while Mosque of Ibn Tulun is 4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cairo International Airport, 20 km from heirtage Hostel downtown Cairo overlooking the … More

Miami Cairo Hostel


Free Breakfast
Digital Nomads Family-Friendly Hostel
"…It is a twenty-minute walk from the railway station. A pickup from the airport can be arranged through the hostel, or you could pay to take a taxi. If you book a minimum of two nights in a private … More

Freedom Hostel


Free Breakfast
Family-Friendly Hostel Solo Traveller
"…It is safe, clean, and the staff are helpful. Its location is perfect for walking and exploring Cairo. Functional but not great - Positive -- Airport pickup was fine, the 24-hour reception was … More

Madina Hostel


Free Breakfast
Solo Traveller
"…Arab and Egyptian nationals are not allowed to stay in the dorm, as per Egyptian law 7. Cancellation is free of charge 48hrs before arrival, afterwards the first night is charged. In case of no- … More

Pyramids Planet Hotel

Giza
Free Breakfast
"…Payment upon arrival by cash and Credit card. Check in from 12:00 pm Check out before 11:00 am Breakfast included. General: 24 hour Reception. No curfew. No maximum period of staying … More

Wake Up! Cairo Hostel

Downtown
Free Breakfast
Solo Traveller
"…And, like most Cairo hostels, it's in an abandoned skyscraper with a bombed-out lobby. Don't be afraid! The hostel is much nicer than you'd think, with the same view of Cairo & the Nile as the … More

Holy sheet Hostel


Free Breakfast
Solo Traveller
"…Downtown Cairo is your destination if you want to be in the heart of action watching Cairo's street life and accessing easily to everything and everywhere; So, we have chosen, prepared and well- … More
Solo Traveller
"…Luggage Storage Elevator Laundry facility. Free WiFi. Non Smoking Rooms Cairo Hub Hostel - Terms & Conditions The reception works 24-hours. Cancellation policy: 72h before arrival … More

The Australian Hostel

Downtown
Free Breakfast
Digital Nomads Family-Friendly Hostel Older travelers (+50) Quiet Rest Solo Traveller
"Good location and friendly atmosphere - Close to "everything", decent rooms, helpful staff, hot water any time." …"…Book 5 nights in the single room you will receive free airport pick up from the … More

Australian Deluxe Hostel

Downtown
Free Breakfast
"Welcome to the Deluxe Australian hotel is located in the heart of downtown, only 10 minutes walking from the Egyptian Museum, and 15 minutes from the railway station and Bus station as well. … More

Cheers Hostel


Free Breakfast
Solo Traveller
"…Non smoking. This property might pre-authorize your credit card. The maximum period of stay is of 14 days. *Due to the Egyptian law Arab nationals are not allowed to stay in shared dorms and … More

Dahab Hostel


Free Breakfast
"…The location is amazing as is the rooftop. I could stay there forever. It's like an oasis in that huge crowded strange city of Cairo! This place is wonderful!! Totally laid-back atmosphere, … More

Cecilia Hotel


Free Breakfast
Digital Nomads Family-Friendly Hostel Older travelers (+50) Party Hostel Quiet Rest Solo Traveller
"Cosy - I spent an enjoyable week at Cecilia in hectic Cairo. Cecilia is a cute hostel in a quiet street with a nice terrace, clean rooms, and a very friendly and helpful staff. They arrange good … More

Mesho Inn Hostel

Downtown
Free Breakfast
Digital Nomads Family-Friendly Hostel Older travelers (+50) Party Hostel Quiet Rest Solo Traveller
"…Important information Some nationalities can get an entry permit stamped in their passport upon arrival at the airport. Please check your visa requirements before travelling. Please note that … More

Meramees Hostel


Free Breakfast
Solo Traveller
"…And the hostel is fairly clean and a good value for the money you pay. So so - The place is ok -- fairly clean, great location. But the staff is only superficially helpful and not trustworthy at … More

New Palace Hostel

downtown
Free Breakfast
Party Hostel Solo Traveller
"…When we got violently ill (not from anything we ate at New Palace), the staff sent hot lemon water to our room. Also, when my friend's wallet fell out of her purse onto the stairs, they returned … More

Kmt Hostel

Downtown
Free Breakfast
Family-Friendly Hostel Solo Traveller
"…Our space is all about creating community with fascinating travellers from around the world. Looking for instant friendships and awesome vibes? You found us, high five! We believe hostels are far … More

Cairo House

Downtown
Free Breakfast
Solo Traveller
"…At Cairo House the rooms come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a balcony El Hussien Mosque is 1.9 km from the accommodation. Cairo International Airport is 16 km from the property … More
Solo Traveller
"Welcome to our cozy and comfortable hostel located in the heart of Downtown Cairo! Our hostel is the perfect base for exploring all the fascinating sights and sounds of this bustling metropolis. … More

Hostels in Cairo, Egypt

46 hostels available. Prices start from $5 for a dorm bed.
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Get to know Cairo (no more "I wish I knew this before")

This section is dedicated to take away all your "I wish someone had told me that before I went!" experiences. This way, you can spend less time settling in, and more time making new friends in your chosen hostel. We share our insider knowledge of tips, tricks and important things to look out for in Cairo.

Cairo is a true megacity. This gigantic metropolis can be daunting at times but is well worth all the stress; Cario has a bounty of historic and cultural treasures. The city is dynamic and consits of diverse neighborhoods despite mostly being known for its historic treasures like the Great Pyramids and the Egyptian Museum.

Hostels in Cairo are easy to come by. You're likely to be commandeered by persistent outgoing locals who want to take you to a hostel and earn a commission. Although there are astonishingly many open-hearted, polite, and down right friendly people in Cairo its best not to let strangers lead you to a hostel. Book beforehand and check out the place out before paying. If you get in at the airport, public transportation to the city center is a challenge, although the locals go way out of your way to help you. Otherwise if arriving by bus or train you may be able just to walk to your accommodation. The subway may come in handy as well.

As far as picking out which location to look for a suitable Cairo hostel in, do consider what area you'd like to stay in. The list of hostels isn't endless, so this should narrow things down to just a handful. If you want to be downtown close to the Nile there are good options—check out places claiming to be on the rooftop, as these are often very cheap (since rooftops are considered low-class in this part of the world) yet pleasant and offer stunning views. Or if arriving by train stay right in the neighborhood Midan Ramses where you arrive. Or get right to the heart of the city and stay directly on Tahrir Square. Keep in mind that many hostels here offer private rooms for just pennies more than shared ones.

Written by local enthusiast for Cairo hostels

Written by local enthusiast for Cairo hostels Carl

Cairo Hostel Cheatsheet

Above we list every single hostel there is in the city. Let us take a broader look at what you can expect - and what not. We created this cheatsheet for you to get a more complete picture of the hostel quality in Cairo, average prices and types of hostels to choose from.
Total number of hostels 46
Average dorm price $11
Average private room price $43
Cheapest hostel in Cairo Garden View Hostel with $6.5
Party hostels in Cairo Heritage Hostel (11 in total)
Most Cairo hostels are located in downtown, Giza, TAHRIR SQUARE
Average rating of all hostels 5.4

FAQ about Cairo Hostels

We've collected the most common questions for hostels in Cairo. The more you know, the better you can plan with confidence and ease, right?

11 Best Hostels in Cairo

11 Best Hostels in Cairo

13 Cheapest Hostels in Cairo

13 Cheapest Hostels in Cairo

14 Hostels in Cairo with Private Rooms

14 Hostels in Cairo with Private Rooms

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