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The Australian Hostel

2.0 star property

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City view
Single Room (shared bathroom ) | Interior detail
Reception
Lobby sitting area
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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23 Abd El khaleq Sarwat Downtown Cairo, Cairo, 11511
  • Place, Talaat Harb Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Tahrir Square
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Egyptian Museum
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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Triple Room, Private Bathroom | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room, Private Bathroom

  • City view
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room (shared bathroom )

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room (shared bathroom )

  • City view
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room (shared bathroom )

  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room (shared bathroom)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Private Bathroom

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, Private Bathroom

  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Cairo

Located in Downtown Cairo, The Australian Hostel is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Tahrir Square and Egyptian Museum. This 15-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and coffee/tea in a common area.
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What's nearby

  • Talaat Harb Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Midan Talaat Harb - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Tahrir Square - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Egyptian Museum - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • American University of Cairo - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Nasser Station - 8 min walk
  • Cairo Ramses Station - 20 min walk
  • Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Almeria Cafe & Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Al Americaine | الأمريكين - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Chesa - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cap D'Or - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Karam El Sham - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Australian Hostel

Guests of The Australian Hostel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a library. For transportation, you can make use of an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 11 per vehicle one-way, as well as an area shuttle for a fee. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include express check-out, free newspapers, and laundry facilities.
32-inch LED TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi.

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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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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)

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 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
  • Check-in: 1:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee.

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 for incidental charges and 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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 a free cancellation option available at The Australian Hostel?

The Australian Hostel provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Australian Hostel?

As of Jun 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Australian Hostel on Jun 21, 2026 start from $39, including 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.

What's there to do around The Australian Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Downtown Cairo within a short 14-minute walk of Tahrir Square and also 15 minutes on foot from Egyptian Museum. You'll also find Talaat Harb Street and Abdeen Palace less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at The Australian Hostel?

No, there isn't parking at this hostel.

Does The Australian Hostel include a casino?

No, The Australian Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Australian Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What do couples enjoy most about The Australian Hostel?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like a restaurant plus some rooms include a city view and free WiFi.

Does The Australian Hostel have a hot tub?

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

Does The Australian Hostel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Australian Hostel serves continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will The Australian Hostel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Australian Hostel.

Does The Australian Hostel have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

Where is the closest airport to The Australian Hostel?

The closest major airport to The Australian Hostel is Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI), which is 11.8 mi away (33 minutes by car). Another top airport is Giza (SPX-Sphinx Intl.), which is located 27.3 mi away (47-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Australian Hostel?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at The Australian Hostel.

The Australian Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daesung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tze Hsuan

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025