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By staying at a hostel you can spend less on accommodations and save more of your budget for exploring during your stay. You can enjoy activities like shopping, and the gardens create an appealing natural setting.

No two hostels look the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many have private options too), low prices, and a social environment.

Ready to book a hostel? These ones have the best reviews from our guests and could be a good place to start looking: Dahab hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Egyptian Museum and Tahrir Square. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a rooftop terrace, as well as a 24-hour front desk. You’ll find towels, showers, and bed sheets in all rooms. Safary Hotel - Located within a 20-minute walk of Egyptian Museum and Tahrir Square. Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. You’ll find free WiFi in all rooms. Safary Hotel - Hostel - Located steps from Tahrir Square. Property features include free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and tour assistance. Rooms come with towels, bed sheets, and free WiFi. Museum Plaza Hostel - Located steps from Egyptian Museum. Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with towels, showers, and TVs. Holy Sheet Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Tahrir Square. Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. You’ll find towels, hair dryers, and bed sheets in all rooms.

If you’re in the market for an affordable place to stay in Cairo, one of Expedia’s 117 hostels could be a great choice.

Good weather’s definitely a plus when you’re experiencing new places, so here’s a little information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 86°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 61°F. From January through March, the daytime average is 77°F and the nighttime average is 50°F. Between April and June, temperatures average 98°F during the day and 60°F at night. July through September averages 101°F during the day and 73°F at night. In October-December, the average temperature is 89°F during the day and 53°F at night.

In general, Cairo is known for its museums, cafes, and historical sites. Major attractions include Giza Pyramid Complex. Get out into nature with places like Al-Azhar Park, Giza Plateau, and Al Masa Capital, Artificial Beach. Cultural attractions include Cairo Opera House, Manial Palace, and National Museum of Egyptian Civilization.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Cairo in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI), 10.9 mi (17.5 km) away. An alternative is Giza (SPX-Sphinx Intl.), which is 21.3 mi (34.2 km) away. After you’ve arrived, you may want to use public transit during your trip. If you’re eager to see more of the area, make your way to Cairo Rames Station to take a train.