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City Hostel

1.0 star property
Hostel within easy reach of Egyptian Museum

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Exterior
Exterior
City view from property
Exterior
Reception

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • 24-hour room service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Reception hall
Feel at home
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
The price is P741
P973 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Basic Triple Room, Smoking, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Separate bathtub and shower
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Large Twin Beds

Single Room with Shared Shower and Toilet

Highlights

LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Separate bathtub and shower
Daily housekeeping
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Twin Room

Highlights

LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Rainfall showerhead
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Single Room, Shared Bathroom, City View

Highlights

LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Separate bathtub and shower
Daily housekeeping
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Triple Room

Highlights

LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Separate bathtub and shower
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Family Triple Room, Smoking

Highlights

LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Large Twin Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Separate bathtub and shower
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Economy Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Separate bathtub and shower
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
8 Ali Al Kasar St, Cairo, Cairo Governorate

What's nearby

  • Tahrir Square - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Al-Azhar University - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Egyptian Museum - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Khan el-Khalili - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Cairo Tower - 4 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) - 36 min drive
  • Giza (SPX-Sphinx Intl.) - 50 min drive
  • Cairo Rames Station - 14 min walk

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

When you stay at City Hostel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Tahrir Square and Egyptian Museum. Free perks include WiFi and continental breakfast daily between 8 AM and 11 AM. Fellow travelers say good things about the helpful staff and overall property condition.

Languages

Arabic, English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 10 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • 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 time is noon
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
  • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
  • Per property policy, single female Egyptian residents are not permitted to stay alone.

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18
  • Local laws may restrict unmarried guests from sharing a room

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • No onsite parking
  • Offsite parking nearby (EGP 30 per day)

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 8 AM–11 AM
  • 24-hour room service

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 24-inch LCD TV
  • Premium TV channels

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Cleaning fee: EGP 15.0 per room, per night

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs EGP 30 per day

Policies

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.

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

Does City Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, City Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at City Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at City Hostel?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at City Hostel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at City Hostel?
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at City Hostel and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Egyptian Museum (1.2 mi) and Tahrir Square (1.3 mi), along with Khan el-Khalili (1.3 mi) and City Stars (8.4 mi).
What's the area around City Hostel like?
City Hostel is a short 17-minute walk from Midan Talaat Harb and 7 minutes' walk from Talaat Harb Street.

City Hostel Reviews

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

Reviews

8/10 Very Good

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.
Mohamed, 19-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

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.
4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Thank you for the hospitality and service
BOB, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Joan, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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...
BOB, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Thanks for your amazing hospitality and your friendly manner,, your hostel is perfect and with a perfect condition
Baher, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I like this place, it's inside old cairo and near to all the historical places, the staff is friendly and service is good
Baher, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Everything is wonderful
Baher, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This place is very good and the hospitality is very comfortable, as well as the staff is very nice and friendly
Baher, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

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.
yindong, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
wayne, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐++.
wayne, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

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.
Alex E, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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!
7-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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!
7-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
7-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Robert, 7-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Robert, 7-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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! :)
7-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful!
The room was very pleasant, it was cozy and clean. Breakfast was excellent and incredibly tasty. Highly recommend!
7-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

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.
Sean, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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 :).
Robert, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Robert, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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 :)
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
7-night trip
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