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Great Alexander Hostel

1.0 star property
Hostel with free breakfast, near Tahrir Square

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Stylish corridors lead to individual rooms, each with its own door.
Classic hotel room with two single beds, white linens, and dark red curtains with gold trim.
Experience the charm of this historic landmark, featuring multiple levels, arched windows, and ornate details.
Bathroom features a pedestal sink and mirror, with a shelf above for personal items.
Relax in a cozy seating area beneath a unique sloped ceiling, featuring a sofa set and wooden table.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
165 Mohammed Farid, Cairo, Cairo Governorate
  • Tahrir Square
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Egyptian Museum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Khan el-Khalili
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Cairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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Room options

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Quadruple Room | Shared kitchen facilities | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle

Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Triple Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Double or Twin Room | City view

Double or Twin Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Cairo

Located in Downtown Cairo, Great Alexander Hostel is within a mile (2 km) of popular sights such as Egyptian Museum and Tahrir Square. The 15 rooms at this hostel include refrigerators and microwaves and guests can enjoy free breakfast.
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What's nearby

  • Tahrir Square - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Egyptian Museum - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Khan el-Khalili - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Al-Azhar University - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Cairo Tower - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Attaba Station - 6 min walk
  • Cairo Ramses Station - 18 min walk
  • Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪كوستا كوفى - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪كاريبو - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪ماكدونالدز - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪ماكدونالدز - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪قهوة بين البنكين - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Great Alexander Hostel

Hostel with free breakfast, near Tahrir Square
At Great Alexander Hostel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas. Airport transportation is made easy with a shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available 24 hours) for EGP 300 per vehicle. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and tours or tickets.
Guests can expect free WiFi and TVs with satellite channels. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and stovetops.

Languages

Arabic, English

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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 airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: EGP 300 per vehicle
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: EGP 300 (from 6 to 12 years old)

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
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals, you can take advantage of the airport pick-up service (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.
  • 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.
  • No parking is available onsite.

Property is also known as

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Great Alexander Hostel Cairo
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Great Alexander Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cairo

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Great Alexander Hostel?

Great Alexander Hostel provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do close to Great Alexander Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Downtown Cairo within a short 17-minute walk of Egyptian Museum and also 18 minutes on foot from Tahrir Square. You'll also find Talaat Harb Street and Midan Talaat Harb less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Great Alexander Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't offer parking.

Does Great Alexander Hostel include a casino at the property?

No, Great Alexander Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Great Alexander Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is Great Alexander Hostel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk plus some rooms include city views.

Does Great Alexander Hostel have a hot tub?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Great Alexander Hostel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Great Alexander Hostel offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Great Alexander Hostel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Great Alexander Hostel.

Are there connecting rooms at Great Alexander Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Great Alexander Hostel?

The closest major airport to Great Alexander Hostel is Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI), which is 12 mi away (35 minutes by car). Another top airport is Giza (SPX-Sphinx Intl.), which is located 26.6 mi away (49-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Great Alexander Hostel?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Great Alexander Hostel.

Great Alexander Hostel Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hostel with basic breakfast , the free wifi was good too . it is located in a live area , enjoyed here .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Migul, Madrid, SP

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Acceptable room in a very good location for a fair rate it was clean and breakfast was ok .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

MA, Dubai, UAE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked my short stay here and recommend it to budget traveler like central located hostel clean and good value .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

recomended hostel .

acceptable home well located at the center of the city .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice Budget stay

Nice hostel at good location for a good price
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

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