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Travel insights for hostels in Cairo

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Cairo including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Cairo?

The most affordable month to stay at hostel in Cairo is April, with an average price of $20.

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Cairo?

The cheapest day to stay in Cairo is Monday ($35). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Tuesday, when the average nightly price is $114.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Cairo?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 32 days before your trip to Cairo. The lowest price found when booking 32 days ahead was $12 per night.
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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 $12 per night. There is currently one property in Cairo that can be booked for this price. Freedom Hostel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Cairo. Price data was last updated on 16 July 2025
Currently, these are the lowest-priced hostels in Cairo we've come across for the dates selected. Prices will typically fluctuate depending on the dates selected, star rating of hostel, and hostel location.
Freedom Hostel
Freedom Hostel

Freedom Hostel

6 Bank Misr Street,Off Sherif St.Front of the Central Bank of Egypt., Cairo, Egypt
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$12
Avg. per night
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Wake Up! Cairo Hostel
Wake Up! Cairo Hostel

Wake Up! Cairo Hostel

33 A,Ramsis St. Marouf Tower.Downtown, Cairo, Egypt
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$14
Avg. per night
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Cecilia Hostel
Cecilia Hostel

Cecilia Hostel

47 El-Falaky Street, Cairo, Egypt
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$15
Avg. per night
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The Australian Hostel
The Australian Hostel

The Australian Hostel

23 Abd El Khaleq Sarwat Downtown Cairo, Cairo, Egypt
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$15
Avg. per night
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Dahab Hostel
Dahab Hostel

Dahab Hostel

26 Mahmoud Bassiouny, Cairo, Egypt
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$17
Avg. per night
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Arabian Nights Hostel
Arabian Nights Hostel

Arabian Nights Hostel

10 Al Aded Street Off Of Mansouria St., Cairo, Egypt
2.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$19
Avg. per night
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Meramees Hostel
Meramees Hostel

Meramees Hostel

32 Sabri Abou Alam, Talaat Harb Square, Cairo, Egypt
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$28
Avg. per night
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Isis Hostel 2
Isis Hostel 2

Isis Hostel 2

10 Mohamed Helmy Ibrahim St., Cairo, Egypt
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$32
Avg. per night
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Museum Plaza
Museum Plaza

Museum Plaza

2 Champollion Road, Cairo, Egypt
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$49
Avg. per night
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Guardian Guest House
Guardian Guest House

Guardian Guest House

1 Abou al hool street, Cairo, Egypt
12.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$76
Avg. per night
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Hostel prices in Cairo

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Cairo to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Cairo at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 16 July 2025.
An overview of the average price of hostels by hostel class in the Cairo. We've highlighted the most popular properties according to our users as well as the best value within each hostel class.
3 stars
Guardian Guest House
Guardian Guest House

Guardian Guest House

1 Abou al hool street, Cairo, Egypt
$76
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Freedom Hostel
Freedom Hostel

Freedom Hostel

6 Bank Misr Street,Off Sherif St.Front of the Central Bank of Egypt., Cairo, Egypt
$12
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2 stars and under
Dahab Hostel
Dahab Hostel

Dahab Hostel

26 Mahmoud Bassiouny, Cairo, Egypt
$17
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The Australian Hostel
The Australian Hostel

The Australian Hostel

23 Abd El Khaleq Sarwat Downtown Cairo, Cairo, Egypt
$15
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Isis Hostel 2
Isis Hostel 2

Isis Hostel 2

10 Mohamed Helmy Ibrahim St., Cairo, Egypt
$32
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Arabian Nights Hostel
Arabian Nights Hostel

Arabian Nights Hostel

10 Al Aded Street Off Of Mansouria St., Cairo, Egypt
$19
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Cecilia Hostel
Cecilia Hostel

Cecilia Hostel

47 El-Falaky Street, Cairo, Egypt
$15
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Other accommodations in Cairo

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Jaz Pyramids Resort
Jaz Pyramids Resort

Jaz Pyramids Resort

P.O. Box 44 Pyramids, Cairo, Egypt
13.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$83
Avg. per night
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Where to stay in Cairo

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Cairo to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 16 July 2025.
Whether you're visiting Cairo for leisure or business, utilize the map to find hostels close to your ideal location. You can find more information on a particular hostel within the map by clicking on its name.

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 16 July 2025.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Cairo?

    On average, it’s $51/night for a hostel in Cairo, though $42/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $6/night in Cairo. Try to avoid booking your hostel in November (the most expensive month). Booking in April (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What’s the best hostel in Cairo?

    With an average review score of 8.9 (out of 10) from 1,418 HotelsCombined users, Freedom Hostel is considered the best Cairo hostel.

  • What hostel is closest to Cairo Airport?

    Arabian Nights Hostel is 15.9 km away from Cairo Airport, making it the closest Cairo hostel to the city’s most popular airport.

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

    The most popular Cairo hostel near Downtown Cairo is Dahab Hostel. Dahab Hostel has a rating of 8.7/10 from 229 HotelsCombined users and it’s located just 0.1 km from Downtown Cairo.

  • Should I stay in a Cairo hostel?

    Hostels in Cairo tend to have a more active social scene than hotels, so they’re perfect for outgoing travellers looking to meet other people. Cairo hostels are, on average, cheaper than other stays in the city due to their dorm-style sleeping quarters. However, this means you can spend your money elsewhere such as on local tours and events.

  • Does Cairo have hostels with “Pool” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, 1 Cairo hostel lists “Pool” as an amenity. If you’re looking for a particular hostel in Cairo with this feature, then consider staying at the popular Cecilia Hostel.

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