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Our top choices for Cairo hostels

Royal Golden Pyramids View

Royal Golden Pyramids View
2.0 star property
Giza
The price is €48
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Royal Golden Pyramids View

Prestige pyramids inn

Prestige pyramids inn
2.0 star property
Al Haram
The price is €55
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Prestige pyramids inn

Museum Plaza

Museum Plaza
1.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (30)
"Amazing view from my window, super friendly staff, good breakfast"
United States
Sergio
Museum Plaza

The Kmt collection Hotel

The Kmt collection Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
The price is €27
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
The Kmt collection Hotel

Panorama Palace hotel

Panorama Palace hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
Panorama Palace hotel

Cairo Lodge Hostel

Cairo Lodge Hostel
1.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
The price is €30
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Cairo Lodge Hostel

Legend Pyramids Inn

Legend Pyramids Inn
2.0 star property
Al Haram
The price is €43
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Legend Pyramids Inn

Princess Pyramids View INN

Princess Pyramids View INN
2.0 star property
Al Haram
Princess Pyramids View INN

cairo house hostel

cairo house hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
The price is €31
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
cairo house hostel

Champollion Palace Hotel

Champollion Palace Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
Champollion Palace Hotel

Casablanca Pyramids Inn

Casablanca Pyramids Inn
2.0 star property
Giza
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"I had a wonderful stay at Casablanca Pyramids Inn! The room was very clean, comfortable, and well-maintained. The staff were extremely friendly, helpful, and always ready to assist with anything I needed. The location is perfect — just a few minutes from the Pyramids, with amazing views and easy access to everything. It truly felt like home away from home. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Cairo or Giza!"
United States
Mohamed
Casablanca Pyramids Inn

pyramids window

pyramids window
2.0 star property
Al Haram
The price is €20
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
pyramids window

Alloaloa Garden View Hostle

Alloaloa Garden View Hostle
2.0 star property
Maadi
The price is €61
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Alloaloa Garden View Hostle

EL Shawarby Plaza Hotel

EL Shawarby Plaza Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
The price is €27
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan 2026
EL Shawarby Plaza Hotel

Holy Sheet Hostel

Holy Sheet Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (32)
"Cleanliness, friendly hotel service, distance are all top notch! I stayed at the room as solo backpacker, it was spacious! "
Australia
Eric william
The price is €35
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Holy Sheet Hostel

Downtown Kings Hotel

Downtown Kings Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cairo
Downtown Kings Hotel

Meramees Hostel

Meramees Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown Cairo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (62)
"The staff were very kind and accommodating! My stay was comfortable and it was great value for the price."
United States
Grainne
The price is €23
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Meramees Hostel

Venus guest house

Venus guest house
2.0 star property
Giza
Venus guest house

The King Narmar Hotel

The King Narmar Hotel
2.0 star property
Kafrat al Jabal
The King Narmar Hotel

Nile View

Nile View
2.0 star property
Maadi
The price is €42
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan 2026
Nile View
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Cairo Hostels information

Number of reviews
125
Accommodation
140 Hostels
Lowest Price
€20
Highest Price
€61

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 steps from Egyptian Museum. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with showers, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi. Pyramids Glory INN - Located within a 5-minute walk of Giza Pyramid Complex. Property features include free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. 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 TVs and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Nefertari Pyramids View Inn - Located within a 10-minute walk of Giza Pyramid Complex. Property features include free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and a 24-hour front desk. You'll find towels, hairdryers and bed sheets 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 121 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, Al-Azhar Park and Orman Botanical Gardens. 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.

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