Female dorm
$7per bed, per night
- Women only, 6 beds in bunks
- Own bathroom, locker per bed
- Linen, towels, light, curtain
- Dressing corner with mirror
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20 Adly Street Cairo House Hostel, a budget stay in the middle of Downtown Cairo
Dorm beds from $7 and private rooms from $20. Five minutes on foot from Attaba metro, with a rooftop terrace, air conditioning in every room and a reception desk that never closes.
Book direct and save 10% Booking sites charge a commission. Book on this website or on WhatsApp and the saving is yours.
7.9Hostelworld, 79 reviews9.0for location24/7reception
Why book here
The team that runs the hostel answers you directly
No middle layer. You write to the people at the front desk and the tour desk, in the building at 20 Adly Street.
Good forSolo travellers, backpackers and friends who want a clean bed, a safe building and help planning day trips.
Not forAnyone who wants breakfast included or full hotel service. We keep it simple and keep the price low.
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10% off when you book direct
Booking sites charge us a commission, so we pass the saving to you. Book on this website or on WhatsApp and get 10% off the listed price. The discount is applied automatically when you book online.
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Real answers on WhatsApp
Send dates and group size, get availability and the exact price from the people at the front desk.
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A tour desk in the building
Giza, Sakkara, Alexandria and the Nile are booked at reception by the team behind Egypt Tours Info, with 20 years in Egyptian tourism.
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Check in online before you land
Fill the online check-in form and skip the paperwork at the desk.
Rooms and prices
Five ways to sleep on Adly Street
Dorm prices are per bed. Private room prices are per room, per night.
Male dorm
$7per bed, per night
- Men only, 6 beds in bunks
- Own bathroom, locker per bed
- Linen, towels, light, curtain
- Foreign guests only
Single room
$20per night, for the room
- Private, 12 m2, quiet street view
- Private bathroom, glass shower
- Desk, TV, safe, AC
Double room
$30per night, for the room
- 1 double bed, up to 2 guests
- Balcony over the street
- Private bathroom, mini fridge
Triple room
$40per night, for the room
- 3 single beds, about 20 m2
- Balcony with street view
- Private bathroom, mini fridge
Shared kitchen 10:00-20:00 · Rooftop terrace · Lounge · Luggage storage · Laundry · Free Wi-Fi · Breakfast $5 per person
What you get at Cairo House
Sleeping and comfort
- Air conditioning in every room
- A locker for every guest
- Separate dorms for women and men
Shared spaces
- Rooftop terrace over Downtown
- Lounge and common areas
- Shared kitchen, 10:00-20:00
Help when you need it
- Reception and security 24/7
- Free Wi-Fi
- Luggage storage after check-out
- Laundry service
- Tour desk and travel tips
Location
Walk to the center, ride the metro to the rest
20 Adly Street, Downtown Cairo
- Attaba metro station5 min walk
- Gamal Abdel Nasser metro station8 min walk
- Tahrir SquareAbout 15 min walk
- Egyptian Museum (Tahrir)About 15 min walk
- Cairo International Airport30 to 60 min by car
Arriving by air? A private transfer booked before you land is the easiest way, from $25: Cairo airport transfer.
Day trips
Book the pyramids from the front desk
Trips run by Egypt Tours Info, the company behind the hostel.
Guest reviews
7.9out of 10 · 79 reviews on Hostelworld
Location is rated highest, facilities lowest. We would rather you know.
Questions
Before you book
Still unsure? Send a message on WhatsApp and the team answers.
What time are check-in and check-out?
Check-in is from 12:00 noon and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Luggage storage is available if you arrive early or leave late.
How much does a night cost?
Dorm beds are $7 per bed. Private rooms are $20 for a single, $30 for a double and $40 for a triple, per room per night. Prices can go up in busy seasons.
Is it cheaper to book direct?
Yes. Book on this website or on WhatsApp and get 10% off the listed price. Booking sites charge us a commission and we pass that saving on to you. The discount is applied automatically when you book online.
How can I pay?
You can pay in cash in the main currencies, by Visa card, online, or with a payment link we send you.
Is breakfast included?
No, breakfast is not included in the room price. You can add it for $5 per person.
Where is the hostel and how far is the metro?
We are at 20 Adly Street in Downtown Cairo. Attaba metro station is about 5 minutes on foot.
How do I get from the airport?
Book a private transfer before you arrive through our Cairo airport transfer page, and the driver brings you to the door.
Is there air conditioning?
Yes, every room has air conditioning.
Can friends visit me?
Visitors are welcome in the common areas from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, but not inside the rooms.
Can I use the kitchen?
Yes, the shared kitchen is open from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Who can stay in the dorms, and what about couples?
Dorm beds are for foreign guests only. Egyptian and Arab couples need an official marriage certificate to share a private room, and foreign guests with non-Arab passports do not.
What do I need at check-in?
Bring your original passport or national ID. You can also fill the online check-in before you arrive.
Plan your days
Cairo guides from our blog
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