The Australian Hostel

Hostel with restaurant, near Egyptian Museum

Choose dates to view prices

Tue 18 Nov
Thu 20 Nov
November 2025
17
December 2025
In the heart of Downtown Cairo, The Australian Hostel offers a warm and inviting atmosphere. Discover local flavors at the restaurant, unwind with free in-room WiFi or get lost in a book from the library.
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants
  • Breakfast available
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Library
  • Front desk safe
  • ATM/banking services
  • Laundry service

Feel at home (5)

  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lift
  • Soundproofed rooms

Room options

Showing 8 of 8 rooms
City view
Triple Room, Private Bathroom | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Triple Room, Private Bathroom | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
City view
Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Classic Double Room (shared bathroom ) | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Classic Double Room (shared bathroom ) | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room (shared bathroom )

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Shower/bath combination
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 2 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
City view
Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Triple Room (shared bathroom ) | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Triple Room (shared bathroom ) | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room (shared bathroom )

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Shower/bath combination
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed
City view
Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Single Room (shared bathroom ) | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio

Single Room (shared bathroom )

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Shower/bath combination
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 2 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
City view
Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Quadruple Room (shared bathroom) | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room (shared bathroom)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Shower/bath combination
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 3 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Single Beds
City view
Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
City view
Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Hair dryer, towels

Standard Single Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
City view
Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio

Standard Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Single Beds

Similar properties

Interior
  • Free breakfast
  • Airport transfer
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
10
Exceptional
3 reviews
£15
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Heritage Hostel
Front of property
  • Free breakfast
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
8.4
Very good
56 reviews
£27
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Pharoah's Palace hotel
Deluxe Double Room | Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk
  • Free breakfast
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
9.0
Wonderful
160 reviews
£31
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Sama hotel
Balcony
  • Free breakfast
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
9.0
Wonderful
32 reviews
Holy Sheet Hostel
Exterior
  • Free breakfast
  • Airport transfer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
9.0
Wonderful
27 reviews
£22
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Cairo casa inn
Comfort Triple Room | Soundproofing, free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
8.6
Excellent
70 reviews
£31
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
CASTELLO HOTEL CAIRO
Reception
  • Free breakfast
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
8.2
Very good
20 reviews
£16
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Welcome Arabesque Hostel
Terrace/patio
  • Airport transfer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
8.4
Very good
247 reviews
Osiris Hotel
Exterior detail
  • Free breakfast
  • Airport transfer
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
9.2
Wonderful
5 reviews
£28
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Cairo Crown Hotel
Room service – dining
  • Free breakfast
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
7.4
Good
36 reviews
£15
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Columbia Hotel
Mod logo
Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures!

About the area

Map
23 Abd El khaleq Sarwat Downtown Cairo, Cairo, 11511

What's nearby

  • Talaat Harb Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Midan Talaat Harb - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Egyptian Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Tahrir Square - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • American University of Cairo - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Cairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.) - 33 min drive
  • Giza (SPX-Sphinx Intl.) - 47 min drive
  • Imbaba Station - 6 min drive
  • Bashteel Station - 7 min drive
  • Cairo Ramses Station - 20 min walk
  • Nasser Station - 8 min walk
  • Attaba Station - 9 min walk
  • Mohamed Naguib Station - 10 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Koueider | قويدر - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cap D'Or - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Al Americaine | الأمريكين - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Akher Sa'a | أخر ساعة - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Karam El Sham - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Australian Hostel

The Australian Hostel puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Tahrir Square and Egyptian Museum. Also, this hostel is a short five-minute drive from Khan el-Khalili. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Nasser Station is 8 minutes and Attaba Station is 9 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 15 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
    • Express check-out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

    • Cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • No on-site parking

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*

Off-site

    • Area shuttle*

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:30 AM–11:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Picnic area
  • Library
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Lift

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LED TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Hairdryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Local maps

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 2 for adults and USD 1 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 11 per vehicle (one-way. Maximum occupancy 2)
  • Local area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

Australian Hostel Cairo
Australian Hostel
Australian Cairo
The Australian Hostel Cairo
The Australian Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
The Australian Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cairo

Frequently asked questions

Does The Australian Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Australian 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Australian Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Australian Hostel?

Sorry, there's no on-site parking at The Australian Hostel.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by The Australian Hostel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 11 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Australian Hostel?

You can check in starting at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Australian Hostel and nearby?

The Australian Hostel has a picnic area.

Are there restaurants at or near The Australian Hostel?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

What's the area around The Australian Hostel like?

The Australian Hostel is in Downtown Cairo, a short 8-minute walk from Nasser Station and 14 minutes' walk from Tahrir Square.

Have a question?

Beta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

The Australian Hostel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

8.0

Cleanliness

10

Staff & service

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Exceptional

기본적으로 있을 것들이 다 있습니다. 위치도 좋고 사람에 따라서는 큰길가이기 때문에 조금 시끄럽다고 여길 수 있는데, 위치를 고려하면 문제가 될 정도는 아니라고 생각합니다. 다만 고양이들이 좀 돌아다니는데, 크게 문제가 되진 않습니다
Daesung, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Tze Hsuan, 2-night trip