Hostel in Downtown Cairo · 43 Sherif Street

Dar Cairo Hostel

Freshly renovated rooms with wooden floors at 43 Sherif Street in Downtown Cairo, a short walk from Tahrir Square and the Egyptian Museum. Dorm beds from $7, private rooms from $17 a night.

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💵 From $7 / night🕛 Check-in 12:00 · Check-out 11:00📍 43 Sherif Street, Downtown🛎️ 24/7 reception📶 Free Wi-Fi

Inside Dar Cairo

Room with a double bed, light-blue walls and a herringbone wooden floor at Dar Cairo HostelTwo white single beds with folded towels in a room at Dar Cairo HostelStudio corner with a kitchenette, microwave, kettle and a small desk at Dar Cairo HostelModern bathroom with a glass shower at Dar Cairo Hostel

Rooms and prices

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Female dorm

$7 / bed / night · $12

A bed in a women-only shared room with a bunk bed and a personal locker.

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Male dorm

$7 / bed / night · $12

A bed in a men-only shared room with a bunk bed and a personal locker.

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Single private room

$17 / night · $20

A private room for one guest.

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Double bed studio

$32.5 / night

A private studio for two with a double bed and a kitchenette corner.

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3-bed private room

$37.5 / night

A private room for three guests.

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Twin beds studio

$25 / night

A private studio with two single beds and a kitchenette.

Prices are per room per night and can change in busy seasons. Message us to confirm your dates.

What you get at Dar Cairo

📶 Free high-speed Wi-Fi❄️ Air conditioning in all rooms🛎️ 24/7 reception and security🍳 Shared kitchen (10:00 AM – 8:00 PM)🛋️ Lounge and common areas🧳 Luggage storage🧺 Laundry service🥐 Breakfast available (extra charge)🔒 Lockers🗺️ Tour desk and travel tips

Around Dar Cairo

Food, sights, shopping, pharmacies, places of worship and the metro. Tap a pin for the walking time, directions and our tours.

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Emergency numbers in Egypt:🚑 Ambulance 123👮 Police 122🧳 Tourist police 126🚒 Fire 180🏠 Hostel reception: message us on WhatsApp

House rules

Good to know before you arrive.

  • 🕛Check-in from 12:00 noon. Check-out by 11:00 AM.
  • 🚪No visitors in the rooms.
  • 🛋️Visitors are welcome in the common rooms from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • 🍳The kitchen is open from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • 🔒Every guest has a locker in the room. Please keep your valuables locked.
  • ⚠️We are not responsible for personal belongings left in the rooms. Your belongings are your own responsibility.

Dar Cairo Hostel FAQ

What time is check-in and check-out?

Check-in is from 12:00 noon and check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you arrive early, you can leave your bags with us.

Where is Dar Cairo Hostel?

At 43 Sherif Street in Downtown Cairo. The Egyptian Museum and Tahrir Square are about a 15-minute walk away, and Attaba metro station is about 5 minutes on foot.

How much does a night cost?

A bed in the female or male dorm is $7 a night, a single private room $17, a 3-bed private room $37.5 and the double bed studio $32.5. Prices can change in busy seasons, so message us to confirm your dates.

How do I get from Cairo Airport to the hostel?

The easiest way is a private airport transfer straight to our door, booked in advance.

Is breakfast included?

Breakfast is not included in the room price. You can order breakfast at the hostel for an extra charge.

Are the rooms air-conditioned?

Yes, all rooms and dorms have air conditioning.

Can friends visit me at the hostel?

Visitors are welcome in the common rooms from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Visitors are not allowed in the rooms.

Is there a kitchen?

Yes, guests can use the shared kitchen from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Can I check in online?

Yes. Use our online check-in before you arrive and we will send you directions and arrival details.

Day trips from Cairo

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Need an airport transfer?

Skip the Cairo traffic and taxi haggling after a long flight. Book a private transfer from Cairo International Airport (CAI) straight to Dar Cairo Hostel.

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