10/10 Excellent
Daesung
2025/2/8
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Daesung
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
The Australian Hostel
2.0 star property
Enjoy authentic Egyptian cuisine at The Australian Hostel, steps from Cairo's historic treasures like the Egyptian Museum and Tahrir Square.
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The Australian Hostel provides a welcoming retreat in bustling Downtown Cairo. Guests can sample local dishes at the on-site restaurant, connect with free in-room WiFi, or browse the hostel's library collection for a quiet moment between sightseeing adventures.
Reviews
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Air conditioning
- Breakfast available
- Laundry
- Housekeeping
Room options
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Triple Room, Private Bathroom
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
- City view
- 269 sq ft
- Sleeps 3
- 1 Double Bed
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Classic Double Room (shared bathroom )
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Shower/tub combination
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
- City view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
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Triple Room (shared bathroom )
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Shower/tub combination
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
- City view
- 323 sq ft
- Sleeps 3
- 1 Twin Bed
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Single Room (shared bathroom )
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Shower/tub combination
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
- City view
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Double Bed
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Quadruple Room (shared bathroom)
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Shower/tub combination
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
- City view
- Sleeps 4
- 3 Twin Beds
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Double Room, Private Bathroom
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
- City view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
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Standard Single Room, Private Bathroom
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
- City view
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Double Bed
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Standard Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
- City view
- Sleeps 4
- 3 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood
Located in Downtown Cairo, a neighborhood in Cairo, The Australian Hostel is near a metro station. Giza Pyramid Complex and Pyramid of Khufu are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Khan el-Khalili and Citystars Heliopolis. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Al-Ahly Sports Club or Cairo International Stadium. Visit our Cairo travel guide
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23 Abd El khaleq Sarwat Downtown Cairo, Cairo, 11511
What's nearby
Talaat Harb Street1 min walk - 0.1 km
Midan Talaat Harb5 min walk - 0.5 km
Egyptian Museum10 min walk - 0.9 km
Tahrir Square10 min walk - 0.9 km- American University of Cairo12 min walk - 1.1 km
Getting around
- Nasser Station8 min walk
- Cairo Ramses Station20 min walk
- Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)33 min drive
Restaurants
- Koueider | قويدر3 min walk
- Al Americaine | الأمريكين4 min walk
- Costa Coffee3 min walk
- Cap D'Or2 min walk
- Akher Sa'a | أخر ساعة2 min walk
About this property
The Australian Hostel
Hostel near Tahrir Square
Located close to Egyptian Museum, The Australian Hostel provides a library, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
- Continental breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-out
- A reception hall, an elevator, and luggage storage
- Coffee/tea in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and free newspapers
Room features
All guestrooms at The Australian Hostel feature perks such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More amenities include:
- Local maps and sound-insulated walls
- 32-inch LED TVs with satellite channels
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- No onsite parking available
- 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
- Area shuttle (surcharge)
Food and drink
- Daily continental breakfast available 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 2 for adults and USD 1 for children
- A restaurant
- Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
- Library
Family friendly
- Laundry facilities
- Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
- 24-hour front desk
- ATM
- Free newspapers in lobby
- Laundry facilities
- Luggage storage
- Safe at front desk
Guest services
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Housekeeping (daily)
- Multilingual staff
- Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
- Picnic area
Accessibility
- Elevator
More
- Designated smoking areas
- Reception hall
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- Hair dryer (on request)
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels
More
- Air conditioning
- Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
- Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 2 for adults and USD 1 for children
- Airport shuttle fee: USD 11 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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 credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property is 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
Is The Australian Hostel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
This hostel doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at The Australian Hostel?
Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at The Australian Hostel?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Does The Australian Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 11 per vehicle applies.
Where is The Australian Hostel located?
Located in Downtown Cairo, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Talaat Harb Street, Tahrir Square, and Egyptian Museum. Royal Chariots Museum and Midan Talaat Harb are also within 10 minutes. Nasser Station is 8 minutes by foot and Attaba Station is 9 minutes.
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Reviews
The Australian Hostel Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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8.0
Cleanliness
10
Staff & service
10
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
8/10 Good
Tze Hsuan
2025/1/29
Tze Hsuan
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025