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

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Cairo is February (£9). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Cairo is June (£24).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Cairo is Sunday (£7). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Wednesday, when the average nightly price is £57.

How much is a hostel in Cairo tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Cairo tonight starting as low as £3, rising to an average cost of £26, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from £5 for a 4-star hostel in Cairo for tonight.

How much is a Cairo hostel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hostels in Cairo this weekend for as little as £3/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as £3/night. For a 4-star hostel in Cairo, the cheapest rate recently found was £5/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Cairo?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 6 days before your trip to Cairo. The lowest price found when booking 6 days ahead was £7 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 £8 per night. There is currently one property in Cairo that can be booked for this price. Wake Up Cairo Hostel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Cairo. Price data was last updated on 23 July 2026
For those on a budget, these are the cheapest hostels available in Cairo for the selected dates. Consider alternative dates if you're able to compare prices.
Wake Up Cairo Hostel
Wake Up Cairo Hostel

Wake Up Cairo Hostel

33 A,Ramsis St. Marouf Tower.Downtown, Cairo, Egypt
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£8
Avg. per night
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Dahab Hostel
Dahab Hostel

Dahab Hostel

26 Mahmoud Bassiouny, Cairo, Egypt
0.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£10
Avg. per night
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Cairo Moon Hostel
Cairo Moon Hostel

Cairo Moon Hostel

28 Adly Street, Cairo, Egypt
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£11
Avg. per night
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Cecilia Hostel
Cecilia Hostel

Cecilia Hostel

47 El-Falaky Street, Cairo, Egypt
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£13
Avg. per night
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Pharoah's Palace hotel
Pharoah's Palace hotel

Pharoah's Palace hotel

26 Kasr Al Nile, Cairo, Egypt
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
£13
Avg. per night
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Isis Hostel 2
Isis Hostel 2

Isis Hostel 2

10 Mohamed Helmy Ibrahim Street, Cairo, Egypt
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£13
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
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£14
Avg. per night
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Museum Plaza
Museum Plaza

Museum Plaza

2 Champollion Road, Cairo, Egypt
0.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
£25
Avg. per night
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Other accommodations in Cairo

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or holiday rental for your stay in Cairo. There are 6,195 properties in Cairo and price data was last updated on 23 July 2026. The average price for a hotel in Cairo is £18/night.
Jaz Pyramids Resort
Jaz Pyramids Resort

Jaz Pyramids Resort

P.O. Box 44 Pyramids, Cairo, Egypt
8.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£52
Avg. per night
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Panorama Pyramids Inn
Panorama Pyramids Inn

Panorama Pyramids Inn

10 abo el hool st nazlet el samman 10, Cairo, Egypt
7.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£27
Avg. per night
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Gewan Hotel Cairo
Gewan Hotel Cairo

Gewan Hotel Cairo

Omar Ibn El Khattab Street, Nasr City, Cairo, Egypt
6.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£64
Avg. per night
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Safir Hotel Cairo
Safir Hotel Cairo

Safir Hotel Cairo

Po Box 138 Orman, El Missaha Square Dokki, Giza Cairo, Egypt, Cairo, Egypt
1.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£55
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 23 July 2026.
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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 23 July 2026.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Cairo?

    The average price for a hostel in Cairo is £20/night. A good hostel deal in Cairo would be for £14/night or less. The lowest hostel price found recently on HotelsCombined was £3/night. If your travel schedule is flexible, then try not to book in July, because it is the most expensive month of the year. Booking in March is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Cairo.

  • What’s the best hostel in Cairo?

    While there may be other highly-rated hostels in Cairo, Cairo Moon Hostel is currently the best, based on 99 HotelsCombined reviews and an average rating of 9.7/10.

  • What hostel is closest to Cairo Airport?

    Cairo Moon Hostel is 11.1 mi 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 Tahrir Square?

    The most popular hostel in Cairo that’s close to Tahrir Square is Museum Plaza. Just 0.2 mi separate Museum Plaza from Tahrir Square, the city’s most popular attraction. 1,615 HotelsCombined reviewers gave the Museum Plaza a score of 8.6/10.

  • Should I stay in a Cairo hostel?

    Staying at a hostel is beneficial if you’re looking to travel to Cairo on a budget. Spending less on accommodations means you can spend more on activities, food, and souvenirs. You may find that some hostels in Cairo offer amenities similar to those that hotels provide, such as continental breakfasts, 24/7 check-in, an on-site bar, and free Wi-Fi - so there’s often no need to forego any travel comforts.

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