Best Hostels in Egypt

Dive Hostel Hurghada is a recently renovated apartment in Hurghada near Paradise Beach. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and an elevator, along with free Wifi throughout the property. The apartment also offers facilities for disabled guests. The units at the apartment complex come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kitchen, a dining area, and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a walk-in shower. A microwave, a fridge, and stovetop are also featured, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the apartment complex, all units have bed linen and towels. A mini-market is available at the apartment. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Hurghada, like cycling. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. New Marina is 1.5 miles from Dive Hostel Hurghada, while Hurghada Grand Aquarium is 9.1 miles from the property. Hurghada International Airport is 4.3 miles away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Transportation/Shuttle • Wellness Facilities • Accessibility • Balcony/Terrace • Bar • Tv • Guest Services • Security/Safety • Ocean View • Oceanfront • Entertainment • Sports/Activities

Boardwalk/promenade hostel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
Along with a restaurant, this hostel has a bar/lounge and a coffee shop/cafe. Free continental breakfast is provided, as well as free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and free airport pick-up. Other amenities include concierge services, a 24-hour front desk, and tour/ticket assistance.
Change of towels is available on request.
Palm Pyramids offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 41-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include bathrobes, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and blackout drapes/curtains. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

- "Heartfelt thanks to Ahmed Bayomy and his team for taking care of every detail of my journey. At 3 a.m., after a delayed flight, they were there to pick me up, welcoming me with a perfectly organized suite… and a direct view of the pyramids. This hotel is not part of a commercial chain. It is an authentic space that invites you to experience the human essence of a true Egyptian community, far from tourist stereotypes. Here you don’t come to find the comforts of home or your familiar dishes; you come to open yourself to local life, to embrace simplicity and reality. Each morning, instead of city noise, I listened to the sound of horses trotting past my window a rhythm of life you rarely experience in Europe or the West. Each sunrise, I found my space to meditate and practice yoga facing the ancient pyramids. I traveled alone as a woman, and at all times I felt safe, respected, and warmly cared for. And to close with magic: an afternoon facing the pyramids… where even Ahmed ended up singing! "

Featuring a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, Madina Hostel is located in Cairo, a 3-minute walk from Tahrir Square. The property is around a 5-minute walk from The Egyptian Museum, 1.1 miles from Cairo Tower and 2.2 miles from Al-Azhar Mosque. The property has a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hostel, rooms come with a closet. Rooms are equipped with air conditioning, and some accommodations at Madina Hostel have a balcony. Breakfast is available, and includes continental, vegetarian and halal options. The area is popular for cycling, and car rental is available at the accommodation. Mosque of Ibn Tulun is 2.4 miles from Madina Hostel, while El Hussien Mosque is 2.8 miles from the property. Cairo International Airport is 11 miles away.

- "Thank you Youssef for your help, I appreciate it." - "Best stuff ever" - "Just try!" - "Good Vibes in the City" - "Perfect place to a short visit to Cairo" - "Great stay" - "Great experience" - "The hostel is good, the only negative side are the expensive tours that could be get by half of the price in travel agen" - "Ok for short term but don't expect a good sleep." - "Again said only recommended for backpackers"

Hostal in Abu Simbel with free breakfast and free valet parking
A restaurant, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities are available at this hostal. Free full breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free valet parking are also provided. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are onsite.
Change of towels is available on request.
Applicators hotel offers 11 accommodations with safes. Satellite television is provided. Bathrooms include showers. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

- "Staffs were so nice and friendly. The hotel needs some renovation and new carpet. "

Featuring a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, Tahrir Square Hostel is located in Cairo, a few steps from Tahrir Square. The property is around a 5-minute walk from The Egyptian Museum, one mile from Cairo Tower and 2.2 miles from Al-Azhar Mosque. The property provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, a shared kitchen and free WiFi. Every room includes air conditioning, and some units at the hostel have a balcony. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. A continental breakfast is available at Tahrir Square Hostel. Mosque of Ibn Tulun is 2.3 miles from the accommodation, while El Hussien Mosque is 2.7 miles away. Cairo International Airport is 11 miles from the property.

- "Was great wish I could have spent more time" - "If you want to feel comfortable in Cairo, I recommend it" - "all the staff at the hostel are friendly and helpful" - "It was great experience there, staffs, location and so on , everything was perfect during my travel in Cairo(Tahrir squa" - "Staying in Tahrir square hostel,Cairo is amazing." - "Comfortable for a night or two"

Hostal with free breakfast, near Giza Pyramid Complex
This smoke-free hostal features concierge services, dry cleaning, and a 24-hour front desk. Full breakfast is free.
Sphinx apartment hotel offers 3 accommodations with slippers. This Giza hostal provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Internet • Laundry • Child Friendly • Other • Security/Safety • Guest Services • Breakfast • Accessibility • Wheelchair Accessible

Located in the heart of Cairo, this hostel is 10 minutes’ walk from the Egyptian Museum and the Nile. It has a terrace and rooms with a balcony. Free Wi-Fi is available. The rooms at the Cecilia Hostel are simply furnished and have wooden flooring, air conditioning, ironing facilities and a mosquito net. Some rooms have a private bathroom. The Cecilia serves a large breakfast prepared with local, seasonal ingredients. It also has a spacious terrace and a bar where guests can watch sports. The Cecilia also has a 24-hour front desk and a tour desk where guests can arrange visits to local museums and attractions. Excursions to the Pyramids, Giza and Sakkara can also be arranged. There are bus stops nearby, and Tahrir Square and the American University of Cairo are within a 3-minute walk of the hostel.

Transportation/Shuttle • Balcony/Terrace • Fireplace/Heating • Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking • Breakfast • Restaurant • Other • Child Friendly • Wheelchair Accessible • Sports/Activities • Tv • Laundry

Central hostel with free breakfast connected to a shopping center in Cairo
Along with a microwave in a common area, this smoke-free hostel has a refrigerator in a common area and 24-hour room service. Free continental breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include self parking, concierge services, and dry cleaning.
Midtown Hostel offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with fireplaces and minibars. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. 32-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels. Full-sized refrigerators/freezers, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include slippers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include complimentary newspapers and safes, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

- "If you want to feel like being with family, then this is your place. Everyone tries everything to make this a great stay. Everything is clean und breakfast is made freshly once you are ready to have it! Being in the heart of Cairo the location is excellent to dine out around the corner. " - "Excellent staff, feiendly, polite, and even if not all of them speak in enflish, they always tried to help , helpfull staff, the room where i was was so small but for what i paid it is good, bed was clean and no bugs, that is all what i was hoping for. There was only 1 bathroom available, but again, for what i paid, it is ok to wait a little to use the toilet. Breakfast was good tastefull and complete to start the day, it is simple, but again, for what i Paid for, it was more than i Expected. i got sick and one of the guys introduced me to a doctor in the building, i was ok i did not anything but it was nice from them to think and wprry about me . I definetly recomend midtown hostel and i would go back :) Sam"

Located in Cairo, 328 feet from Tahrir Square, Cairo Hub Hostel features air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge. Around 1312 ft from The Egyptian Museum, the property is also 0.9 mi away from Cairo Tower and offers free WiFi. The accommodations provides evening entertainment and a shared kitchen. A continental breakfast is available daily at the hostel. Khan Al Khalili is 1.7 mi from Cairo Hub Hostel, while Mosque of Ibn Tulun is 1.7 mi away. The nearest airport is Cairo International, 12 mi from the accommodations, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

- "Great place and value for money." - "We like to call this hostel our home away from home :)"

Pet-friendly hostel with a rooftop terrace connected to a rail/subway station in Cairo
This hostel features a rooftop terrace, self parking, and dry cleaning. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are onsite.
Housekeeping is available on request.
Dahab hostel offers 39 accommodations with blackout drapes/curtains. This Cairo hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided on request.

- "This was my second time at Dahab hostel and I would go back again :) The location is perfect, the people there are super nice and the rooms are clean and have everything you need. The terrace is also amazing to relax within the hectic city " - "Dahab Hostel really is a unique oasis from the hustle and bustle of downtown Cairo. There are various places and nooks to sit and relax such as the rooftop terrace. There are always people in the main sitting area and in just the three days we were there, were able to befriend many other people from around the world. Dahab is a special community where the people that work there are apart of it. Baz and Selvia are amazing humans."

Located in Dahab, a 14-minute walk from Dahab Beach, My Hostel in Dahab - Dive center has air-conditioned rooms and a terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi. The property provides room service, a concierge service and currency exchange for guests. At the hostel, each room comes with a closet. Every room is equipped with a safety deposit box, while selected rooms have a balcony and others also provide guests with city views. My Hostel in Dahab - Dive center offers an à la carte or continental breakfast. You can play darts at the accommodation, and the area is popular for snorkeling and cycling. Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport is 58 miles away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Other • Transportation/Shuttle • Laundry • Air Conditioner • Balcony/Terrace • Kitchen • Guest Services • Bar • Sports/Activities • Restaurant • Ocean View • View

Central hostel with free breakfast connected to the convention center in Cairo
A rooftop terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and 24-hour room service are available at this hostel. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free valet parking are also provided. Additionally, concierge services, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities are onsite.
Cecilia - Hostel offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with tablet computers and MP3 docking stations. Rooms open to balconies. These individually decorated accommodations have separate dining areas. 24-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Full-sized refrigerators/freezers, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, hair dryers, and children's slippers.

This Cairo hostel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include safes and complimentary bottled water. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested.

- "Great staff and location " - "The staff was amazing. The front desk was open 24 hours with someone available to accommodate your concerns. Very knowledgeable and helpful navigating the city. Breakfast was lovely. I had breakfast on the terrace every morning. The staff was available to serve you coffee, tea, juice, water, etc. etc. It was a great place to connect with fellow travelers, and the cool breeze in the morning was very inviting. "

Rafiki Hostels - Dahab features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Dahab. The property provides karaoke and a shared kitchen. The rooms at the hostel are equipped with a seating area. Every room includes a coffee machine, while certain rooms will provide you with a balcony and others also provide guests with mountain views. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. A buffet, continental or vegetarian breakfast is served at the property. The area is popular for hiking and cycling, and bike rental is available at Rafiki Hostels - Dahab. Dahab Beach is a 5-minute walk from the accommodation. Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport is 57 miles away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

- "Lovely" - "Perfect place to discover Dahab" - "Unforgettable Experience at Rafiki Hostel" - "Amazing" - "Just go to rafiki!" - "I will never forget Rafiki Hostel!!" - "The hostel was built out straight out of creativity and great spirits" - "BEST ACCOM IN DAHAB!" - "Amazing hostel, great place to meet people and do cool activities!" - "Best experience in dahab" - "Best hostel!" - "The best place in Dahab"

Family-friendly hostel in Cairo with free parking
This smoke-free hostel features a complimentary children's club, coffee/tea in a common area, and 24-hour room service. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free manager's reception are also provided. Other amenities include a business center, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities.
Isis Hostel 2 offers 27 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodations offer separate dining areas and include day beds. Select Comfort beds feature down comforters. 21-cm flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers and slippers.

This Cairo hostel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

- "Everything was great at this hotel, including the amazing staff that is friendly and makes guests feel welcome." - "It's been a great experience at the ISIS Hotel. I think it is a convenient place in downtown, not a large place, but it introduces good service for that money. I recommend it to everyone." - "Room cleaned daily, and the owner was really helpful and gave good information. Really well located, but not noisy. The bed is really comfy and good size."

Situated a 5-minute walk from the the Giza Pyramids and the Sphinx, Guardian Guest House offers views of the 3 Pyramids from its spacious rooftop terrace. It boasts free Wi-Fi in all areas and is a 30-minute drive from Saqqara. Guardian Guest House includes a restaurant and a 24-hour room service. Guests are offered a complimentary authentic Egyptian breakfast. Complimentary tea, coffee and mineral water are also offered 24 hours a day. Featuring a simplistic décor, all accommodation at Guardian are fitted with carpeted floors and wooden furniture. Each room is air-conditioned and includes a seating area, a kitchenette and a private bathroom. Local excursions and horse riding activities can be arranged by the tour desk. The hotel also offers a spacious sun terrace that overlooks the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. The Egyptian Museum is 15 minutes away by car and Cairo International Airport is 35 km away. A shuttle to the airport can be arranged upon request.

Child Friendly • Smoking • Air Conditioner • Parking • Balcony/Terrace • Breakfast • Laundry • Internet

Central Cairo hostel connected to a shopping center, 8-minute walk to Tahrir Square
Along with coffee/tea in a common area, this hostel has a microwave in a common area and a refrigerator in a common area. Free continental breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Additionally, concierge services, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities are onsite.
Housekeeping is available on request.
Holy Sheet Hostel offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains. This Cairo hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves are provided. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

- "There is a man named Peter, occasionally called Sasa, who was an incredible host whom I am happy to now call my friend. Peter made our experience at the hostel better in every possible way. Thank you Peter for making our stay memorable!! — Spider-Man " - "Staff was exception. Any question I had they knew the answer to and were extremely patient. Even arranging a taxi for 5:15 am and walking outside to meet the driver wasn’t a problem. Beds all have curtains for privacy and a lockable luggage area. "

Located in Cairo and with Tahrir Square reachable within a 13-minute walk, Space Hostel has express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, free bikes, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. The property is around a 15-minute walk from The Egyptian Museum, 1.5 miles from Al-Azhar Mosque and 1.5 miles from El Hussien Mosque. The property provides a shared kitchen and luggage storage space for guests. With a private bathroom equipped with a bidet and a hairdryer, certain accommodations at the hostel also feature a patio. The rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Breakfast is available, and includes continental, vegetarian and vegan options. Languages spoken at the reception include Arabic and English, and guests are invited to request advice on the area when needed. Cairo Tower is 1.6 miles from Space Hostel, while Mosque of Ibn Tulun is 1.9 miles from the property. Cairo International Airport is 10 miles away.

- "It is the best kingdom" - "Wonderful" - "Clean, spacious and centrally located." - "Phenomenal experience from start to finish, you’re often skeptical when booking accommodation with little reviews, I am" - "Great place to go exploring." - "Recommended for all people" - "The most amazing, helpful and trustworthy staff. The place is modern and clean. We stayed 1 night and the staff helped u" - "Luxury place" - "Amazing place and the most helpful staff. 100% recommend it"

Hostel with free breakfast, near Tahrir Square
A coffee shop/cafe, coffee/tea in a common area, and a microwave in a common area are available at this smoke-free hostel. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and a free manager's reception are also provided. Other amenities include self parking, a refrigerator in a common area, and 24-hour room service.
Cairo Moon Hotel - Hostel offers 15 shared accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Televisions come with satellite channels. Accommodations have kitchens with cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with rainfall showerheads, and bidets.

This Cairo hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and microwaves can be requested.

- "i have enjoyed my stay ...very nice persons , feel like im with my family ...thanks alot" - "all i can say that you will feel like you are in your home , thanks so much mohamed and ibrahem , i really enjoyed my trip with them " - "My stay here was good, I felt as if it was home. The staff were friendly and helpful. Mohamed couldn't have been more helpful in arranging tours for me. He was a godsend.it would have been very difficult otherwise. I thoroughly recommend this hotel."

Offering free WiFi, Al-Manara Hostel Siwa Oasis is located in Siwa. The property has a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and currency exchange for guests. All rooms is equipped with air conditioning, a fridge, an oven, an electric tea pot, a shower, a hairdryer and a closet. The rooms have a shared bathroom with slippers, while some rooms also feature a balcony and others also feature city views. At the hostel all rooms are equipped with a seating area. Guests at Al-Manara Hostel Siwa Oasis can enjoy a continental breakfast.

Entertainment • Kitchen • Tv • Guest Services • Wellness Facilities • Internet • Laundry • Security/Safety • Fireplace/Heating • Parking • Other • Sports/Activities

Hostel with free breakfast, 5-minute walk to Giza Pyramid Complex
A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a rooftop terrace are available at this hostel. Free breakfast (local cuisine) is provided, as well as free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free airport shuttle. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, concierge services, and dry cleaning.
Pyramids Glory INN offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 41-inch LED televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

- "Everyone working at the hotel was beyond helpful. Mohammed at the front desk explained everything i needed. Walid the driver was an amazing help taking the me anywhere i wanted to go. Ahmed my tour guide showed me so much and taught me more than i could learn in books." - "Nice friendly staff with good food and pleasant attitude. " - "All of the staff were very very kind and helpful to me and my mother.The hotel is in short distance to the pyramids and some shopping, however it is a tourist area, so the hotel can not control everything. Not too far from the hotel there were children peddling which can be uncomfortable, however you also should come with an open mind. Every country is not the same. This hotel was a good choice and I have no regrets about staying. "