This hostel was a little difficult to find, but worth it. Rooms facing Tahrir square have the best view of the city and balconies. Location is unbeatable, all buses stop here, there is a metro station right downstairs, and it is the center of Cairo. Rooms are clean and simple, we had one with a bathroom and it was also... More

I stayed in this hostel several years ago (2000), but felt compelled to write a review now. I've backpacked quite a bit and stayed in more hostels than I can count, but this one has stayed with me. Take this review with a grain of salt since it's been a decade since I stayed. The room was huge with high... More

I have been staying at the Ismailia House Hotel in Cairo each winter for the past three years. I go back again and again because, for me, it is a haven of peace in a noisy, busy city called Cairo. OK, the entrance to the hotel is diabolically awful - cracked paving stones and dirty. But once inside the building,... More

A bit run down but in prime location. Ashloff is the man to ask for if you want good HONEST advice he seems to be the man in charge and speaks great english and has a great manner when dealing with his guests. The place is a bit run down and is hard to find we found it easier to... More

The hostel was hard to find, the entrance is behind a newspaper kiosk between 2 buildings. We obviously looked lost and were directed to the lift by a friendly neighbour. The lift has a dodgy feel about it, as does most of the building. Once inside the hostel, you might see just how run down the budget rooms are on... More