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Dar Cairo

2.0 star property
Hostel with free breakfast, near Tahrir Square

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Deluxe Studio | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining room
Reception
View from room
Coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils

Reviews

4.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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43 Sherif Basha, 20, Cairo, Cairo Governorate, 4280180
  • Place, Talaat Harb Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Egyptian Museum
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Tahrir Square
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Studio, 1 Queen Bed, City View | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Studio, 1 Queen Bed, City View

  • 269 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Studio | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Studio

  • 215 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Comfort Studio Suite | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Studio Suite

  • 269 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Standard Single Room | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Large Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Cairo

Located in Downtown Cairo, Dar Cairo is within a mile (2 km) of popular sights such as Tahrir Square and Egyptian Museum. This 7-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, a restaurant, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Talaat Harb Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Midan Talaat Harb - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Egyptian Museum - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Tahrir Square - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Khan el-Khalili - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Nasser Station - 6 min walk
  • Cairo Ramses Station - 19 min walk
  • Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Koueider | قويدر - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cap D'Or - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Al Americaine | الأمريكين - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Al Americaine | الأمريكين - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Caribou Coffee - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Dar Cairo

Hostel with free breakfast, near Tahrir Square
Guests of Dar Cairo enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and coffee in a common area. If you drive, self parking is USD 3 per night, or you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 20 per vehicle one-way. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with access to locker space, concierge services, and luggage storage. This hostel also has laundry facilities.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 43-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers and hair dryers. Dining areas, sitting areas, and coffee makers are other standard amenities. Change of towels is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Limo/town car service
  • Self parking on site (USD 3 per night)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Hosted evening meal available on weekends for a fee of USD 15; reservation required
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Books
  • Evening entertainment
  • Indoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator (39 inch wide door)
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Office
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, 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 noon 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, lockbox

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 7 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 20 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
  • Self parking fee: USD 3 per night
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 7 per day
  • Hosted evening meal: USD 15

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 credit card, debit card, or 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 11:00 AM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Property is also known as

Dar Cairo Cairo
Dar Cairo Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Dar Cairo Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cairo

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of Dar Cairo?

This hostel is situated in Downtown Cairo within a short 16-minute walk of Tahrir Square and also 17 minutes on foot from Egyptian Museum. You'll also find Talaat Harb Street and Midan Talaat Harb less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at Dar Cairo?

As of Dec 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dar Cairo on Dec 11, 2025 start from $27.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there parking available at Dar Cairo?

Yes, parking is offered for USD 3 per night. Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Does Dar Cairo feature a casino on the premises?

No, Dar Cairo doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Dar Cairo?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What do couples enjoy most about Dar Cairo?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hostel, including a bar, a restaurant, and private dining.

Are there hot tubs at Dar Cairo?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does Dar Cairo feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Dar Cairo serves free continental breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Does Dar Cairo allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Dar Cairo.

Does Dar Cairo have connecting rooms?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Dar Cairo?

The closest major airport to Dar Cairo is Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI), which is 11.9 mi away (36 minutes by car). Another top airport is Giza (SPX-Sphinx Intl.), which is located 27.4 mi away (49-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Dar Cairo?

Yes, some rooms at Dar Cairo offer a balcony and may feature city views.