City Hostel

Hostel near Egyptian Museum in Cairo

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Dates

July 2025

August 2025

Family Triple Room, Smoking | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Excellent

Popular amenities

Room service
Breakfast included
Laundry
24/7 front desk
Housekeeping
Free WiFi

Explore the area

8 Ali Al Kasar St, Cairo, Cairo Governorate

Khan el-Khalili
‪17 min walk‬
Egyptian Museum
‪19 min walk‬
Tahrir Square
‪19 min walk‬
Cairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.)
‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Basic Triple Room, Smoking, Shared Bathroom

172 sq ft
Sleeps 3
3 Large Twin Beds

Single Room with Shared Shower and Toilet

151 sq ft
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Twin Room

Very good

269 sq ft
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Single Room, Shared Bathroom, City View

Exceptional

City view
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Triple Room

323 sq ft
Sleeps 3
3 Twin Beds

Family Triple Room, Smoking

215 sq ft
Sleeps 3
3 Large Twin Beds

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

129 sq ft
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Economy Double or Twin Room

Exceptional

129 sq ft
Sleeps 2
2 Large Twin Beds

Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 4
4 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Cairo

Downtown Cairo stay.Your stay at this Downtown Cairo hostel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Egyptian Museum and Tahrir Square. Khan el-Khalili is within 2 miles (3 km) and Citystars Heliopolis is within 9 miles (15 km).

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What's nearby

Khan el-Khalili - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
Egyptian Museum - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
Tahrir Square - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
Al-Azhar University - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
Cairo Tower - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

Attaba Station - 3 min walk
Cairo Ramses Station - 14 min walk
Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

‪كاريبو - ‬7 min walk
‪بطاطس المهندس - ‬3 min walk
‪دجاج كنتاكى - ‬3 min walk
‪أفندينا - ‬7 min walk
‪نادي الألفي - ‬7 min walk

About this property

City Hostel

Hostel near Egyptian Museum in Cairo

Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. City Hostel also features a terrace, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Cairo hostel.

10 guestrooms or units

Continental breakfast (free)

Dry cleaning

Self-service laundry

Front desk (24 hours)

Front-desk safe

Grocery service (free)

Terrace

Bellhop

Smoking in designated areas

City Hostel offers 10 accommodations with complimentary toiletries and ceiling fans. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with rainfall showerheads. This Cairo hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

Arabic, English

Similar properties

Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning
Laundry

Property amenities

Family friendly

Laundry facilities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

No onsite parking available
Offsite parking available (EGP 30 per day)

Food and drink

Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Room amenities

Entertainment

24-inch LCD TV with premium channels

Bedroom

Blackout drapes
Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
Separate bathtub and shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Food and drink

24-hour room service

Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Contactless check-in available

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Per property policy, single female Egyptian residents are not permitted to stay alone.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

Cleaning fee: EGP 15.0 per room, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Nearby parking fee: EGP 30 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts cash

Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 70 mi (112 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts cash. Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 70 mi (112 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in.

We should mention

In accordance with local laws, unmarried guests may be restricted from sharing rooms. Guests are obligated to provide proof of marriage, if requested by the property.

Property is also known as

City Hostel Cairo

City Cairo

City Hostel Cairo

City Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

City Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cairo

Frequently asked questions

How close is City Hostel to the airport?

City Hostel is 12.3 mi (36-min drive) away from the Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does City Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at City Hostel.

Does City Hostel offer free breakfast?

City Hostel offers free continental breakfast every day from 8 AM to 11 AM.

Is there a casino at City Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at City Hostel?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at City Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does City Hostel have a pool?

City Hostel does not have a pool.

Does City Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is City Hostel to downtown Cairo?

City Hostel is 1 mi away from Cairo.

City Hostel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

8/10 Good

Mohamed

Jan 17, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Overall good experience and I recommend it. The staff are very respectful and helpful. The room met the expectation. The internet is good (most of the time). The lack of toilet paper was upsetting. The area around the hotel is very noisy during the day, and not very clean, but it's also right next to Attaba metro station where you can either ride Green Line 3 or Metro Line 2, it's also 10 minutes walk to Ramses train / bus station, downtown, or the Nile/Zamalik which are also accessible by metro.

Stayed 19 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Dec 22, 2023

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Non refunding after staying for less days you paid

They don't refund money.Incase you paid for 10 days and you stay there for 3 days your money won't be refund to you.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

BOB

Sep 26, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Thank you for the hospitality and service

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Sep 4, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

I always come back to stay at this hotel. The most important thing to me is that it makes me feel safe and reliable. All the staff are so nice, and they have been working there for a long time. Each time I come, they remember me and make me feel like a home. Salah, Sayed, Abdelrhman, Nahed and her 3-year-old cute son. The other breakfast lady, whose name I don't know, has also been working there for a long time. It's good that the manager, Salah, speaks English and helped me a lot. The location is in the center, walking distance to everything. The hotel rate is good, including breakfast.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

BOB

Aug 26, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Thanks for your amazing hospitality,, this is my place in cairo ,, thanks for the friendly staff,, and the excellent service.... the best cheapest hostel in the downtown...

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Baher

Aug 22, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Thanks for your amazing hospitality and your friendly manner,, your hostel is perfect and with a perfect condition

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Baher

Aug 19, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

I like this place, it's inside old cairo and near to all the historical places, the staff is friendly and service is good

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Baher

Jul 12, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Everything is wonderful

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Baher

Traveled with group

Jul 11, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

This place is very good and the hospitality is very comfortable, as well as the staff is very nice and friendly

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

yindong

Jun 23, 2023

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Front desk couple old employees are good always helpful but they hired a young guy who works at cleaning or serving staff so annoying always ask you for Pepsi your shoes your clothes etc like homeless kid even trying to get in your room look for staff etc.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

wayne

May 31, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent again.

I love the area (very local). The staff will help you with anything you need, they are always very friendly and cheerful. They took my laundry to the cleaners a few times. It was my third stay there this month (May 2023) for a total of 8 days. I will definitely stay there again when I go back next year.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

wayne

May 13, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Above all expectations.

I'm writing this review on my second visit to the City Hotel and I'll be back again at the end of May 2023 for my 3rd time. Everyone is very friendly. Carlos will help you with whatever he can. When I visit a new place this is exactly what I'm looking for, very authentic (Egyptian) in All ways. The street food in the area is fantastic. It's the only place I've ever been that you can eat for under a dollar. I'll post a few pictures of the food from the place to the left and around the corner beside the coffee shop. The Turkish coffee is also great for 35 cents. Make sure you have Egyptian pounds because US dollars will not work well in this area. You will have to find a bank to exchange them. If you are looking for a place that is English speaking this might not be for you. If you are willing to put in the effort everybody is willing to try and help. Google translate is your friend most of the time. In the time I've stayed here I have walked over 50 kilometers up and down the streets and I haven't seen a single tourist or found anyone that speaks English. I feel very safe on the streets. Look both ways before walking across the street. Everyone walks on the streets and the drivers are crazy. You will always hear honking but you have to listen for what's happening right in your vicinity. All honks mean something, they're not angry hunks like the US and Canada. I if you rate this place under 5 Stars you're not thinking about how much you paid. Once again Carlos is great.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐++.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Alex E

Oct 2, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

As a 1 star hotel, it rates 5 stars. The staff is friendly and take pride in their work. The facility is old and deteriorating. None the less, basins, toilets etc. are newer and cleaned well. It was my first night in Cairo and the neighborhood did not look pleasant, but I felt safe. The front sign displays City Hotel, not hostel.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Jul 15, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Terrific!

I loved the downtown location and atmosphere surrounding City Hostel which is in walking distance to many restaurants and historic sites. Hostel staff service was terrific and room was 5 Star!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Jul 3, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxing & Comfortable!

The staff at City Hostel in downtown Cairo were fantastic. Great attitude, helpful, and always available. The bed was super comfy and the view was refreshing. I will always stay at City Hostel when traveling to Cairo!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Jun 20, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice Location

Excellent property and very convenient to Downtown Cairo activities. Front desk staff is extremely efficient, pleasant and helpful. Property is clean and has a fantastic old time charm.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Business traveler

May 27, 2022

Very Accommodating!

The staff was the nicest staff I have ever encountered at a hostel! They were always friendly and asked me how my stay was going on a daily basis. They also were able to recommend places to get any type of meal that I needed as well. Wonderful experience indeed.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert

May 15, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Well Worth it!

I had a great experience at City Hostel! All of the staff were incredibly helpful, and the amenities were great. The room was wonderful, clean, and perfect during the entire duration of my stay. Thank you City Hostel!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler

May 12, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unforgettable Stay

The rooms were clean, very comfortable, and the staff was amazing! They went over and beyond to help make my stay enjoyable. I highly recommend this hostel for anyone visiting Cairo, Egypt! :)

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler

Mar 27, 2022

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful!

The room was very pleasant, it was cozy and clean. Breakfast was excellent and incredibly tasty. Highly recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Sean

Mar 19, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

TLDR; Pros: Decent place with a great price | Cons: NOT a hostel and in a busy area Room was fine, shower had good water pressure, the staff was kind and very helpful, and I felt perfectly safe with them. For the price, it's a great choice. One particular good experience - I had lost the outlet adapter for my charger before arriving and asked the staff where to buy a new adapter. They insisted they would buy it themselves. The guy came back in 15 minutes as promised, and had the adapter, I just paid him back the 1 USD it cost. Issues: 1. The name. This is not "City Hostel," it is "City Hotel." I was confused when I arrived to see a different name, and I asked the staff and they said they use both names. I was pretty frustrated because I wanted a hostel, but this is just a hotel with a shared bathroom. If you are looking for a communal experience with other fellow travelers, you won't find it here. 2. The area. The area is in Azbakeyya. It's certainly an interesting place to visit as a tourist - a massive bustling market with vendors selling everything you can imagine. However, it is very disorienting and overwhelming in your first moments in Cairo. Thankfully the noise doesn't leak too much into the room, but the market itself is absolutely nuts, and it can be frustrating always walking in and out of it just to get to and from the hotel. These irritated me, but the price is good, the staff does their best, and the room and bathroom are totally fine.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Dec 31, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing Experience

I had a memorable experience at City Hostel. Every staff member I encountered, from check- in to the cleaning staff were delightful and eager to help me during the entire duration of my stay. A very sincere thank you to City Hostel and I highly recommend :).

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with group

Dec 26, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxing Environment

A truly wonderful experience! The Hostel environment was pleasant and welcoming. Both check-in and check out was a great experience. Highly recommend!

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Dec 26, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful City View

Overall, I had a great experience during my stay at City Hostel. The staff was incredibly helpful, and the amenities were great. The room was wonderful, clean, and I particularly enjoyed the view outside of my balcony :)

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Dec 26, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful Stay!

My room was very clean, very comfortable, and the staff was amazing. They went over and beyond to help make my stay enjoyable. I highly recommend this hotel for anyone visiting Cairo.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

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Entertainment

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Policies

Check-in

Check-out

Special check-in instructions

Access methods

Pets

Children and extra beds

Important information

Fees

Optional extras

You need to know

We should mention

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Frequently asked questions

City Hostel Reviews

Reviews

Excellent

9.0/10

9.2/10

7.8/10

8.4/10

9.2/10

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mohamed

Mohamed

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Non refunding after staying for less days you paid

Verified traveler

10/10 Excellent

BOB