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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 June (£12). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Cairo is February (£20).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Cairo is Monday (£8). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Friday, when the average nightly price is £13.

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 £23, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from £4 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 £6/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as £6/night. For a 4-star hostel in Cairo, the cheapest rate recently found was £7/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Cairo?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 70 days before your trip to Cairo. The lowest price found when booking 70 days ahead was £7 per night.

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Cheapest hostels in Cairo, Egypt

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
£9
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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Cecilia Hostel
Cecilia Hostel

Cecilia Hostel

47 El-Falaky Street, Cairo, Egypt
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£11
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
£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
£13
Avg. per night
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Other accommodation in Cairo

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
£28
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
£63
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
£60
Avg. per night
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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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Where to stay in Cairo

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Facts about staying in Cairo

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Cairo?

    The average price for a hostel in Cairo is £16/night. A good hostel deal in Cairo would be for £15/night or less. The lowest hostel price found recently on HotelsCombined was £4/night. If your travel schedule is flexible, then try not to book in November, because it is the most expensive month of the year. Booking in August 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, Cecilia Hostel is currently the best, based on 2,017 HotelsCombined reviews and an average rating of 9.1/10.

  • 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 Cecilia Hostel. Just 0.2 mi separate Cecilia Hostel from Tahrir Square, the city’s most popular attraction. 2,017 HotelsCombined reviewers gave the Cecilia Hostel a score of 9.1/10.

  • 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.

  • Does Cairo have hostels with “Air-conditioned” listed as an amenity?

    4 hostels in Cairo currently have “Air-conditioned” as a listed amenity. We recommend booking Cecilia Hostel, which is the most popular hostel in Cairo with this amenity.

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