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About Wake Up! Cairo Hostel
A lively downtown hostel facing the Egyptian Museum.
Wake Up! Cairo Hostel brings a youthful, easygoing atmosphere to the center of Downtown. Located along Ramses Street, directly across from the Egyptian Museum, the hostel sits high above the street in a secure building with elevator access. Inside, the look is straightforward and social—shared lounges, open kitchens, and a front desk that stays active around the clock.
Private rooms feature air-conditioning, clean linens, WiFi, and private bathrooms in selected categories, while dorm options serve backpackers and group travelers. Breakfast is available daily, and the hostel’s staff remains hands-on in arranging airport transfers, local tours, and transport across Cairo. Daily housekeeping, laundry services, and bicycle rentals round out the essentials of a practical, budget-friendly city stay.
Excellent rooms
Front desk [24-hour]
Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
194m²Includes a balcony and shared bathroom.
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Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
259m²Includes a balcony and shared bathroom.
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Deluxe Double Room
162m²The air-conditioned double room has private bathroom fitted with a shower and a hairdryer. The unit has 1 bed.
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Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
323m²This bed in dormitory has a balcony and air conditioning. Please note that as per local law, this room cannot be accommodated by Egyptians or Arab nationalities.
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Family Room with Shared Bathroom
377m²The air-conditioned family room has shared bathroom fitted with a bath and a shower. The unit has 5 beds.
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Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
183m²The quadruple room provides air conditioning, a washing machine, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a bath. The quadruple room's kitchen, which features a microwave and a toaster, is available for cooking and storing food. Among the room amenities are a safe deposit box, a tiled floor, heating as well as an outdoor dining area and city views. The unit offers 4 beds.
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Twin Room with Private Bathroom
162m²Includes a balcony and private bathroom.
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Double Room with Shared Bathroom
194m²Includes a balcony and shared bathroom. Please note that according to local law, Egyptian nationals cannot stay in the mixed dormitory rooms.
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Attractions
Places of Attractions nearby
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Prime Location
In the heart of Cairo
Top Rated
Guest favorite spots
Bab al Luq
922 ft away
Other
The Egyptian Museum
0.2 mi away
Museums and Art GalleriesTahrir Square
Other
0.4 mi away
orascomtourism
Tourist attraction
0.4 mi away
AUC Tahrir Square
Other
0.6 mi away
The Andalus Park
National Parks
0.7 mi away
Cairo Tower
Monuments and Landmarks
0.8 mi away
Abdeen Palace Museum
Historical place museum
0.8 mi away
Lazoghly Square - Lazoghly Statue
Tourist attraction
0.8 mi away
Opera house Cairo
Historical Buildings
0.8 mi away
Al-Ahly Sports Club
Other
0.9 mi away
Wake Up! Cairo Hostel
Main Facilities
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Front desk [24-hour]
Great food & dining
Located in heart of Cairo
Great for activities
Explore Cairo
Where You’ll Be Staying
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The hostel occupies a prime spot in Downtown Cairo, just steps from Tahrir Square and major cultural landmarks. Expect busy sidewalks, quick food stops, bookshops, and easy transit.
- Egyptian Museum – Less than a three-minute walk across the street.
- Tahrir Square – A central hub for cafés, metro access, and shops.
- Sadat Metro Station – The city’s major interchange connecting multiple lines.
- Nile Corniche – Walkable riverside promenades ideal for evening views.
What to Expect Around Here
Downtown is lively from day to night, with constant movement, bright storefronts, and an eclectic mix of locals and travelers. The area is well lit, well connected, and always awake.
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FAQs about
Wake Up Cairo Hostel
Find answers to common questions about location, policies, amenities, services, and more at Wake Up! Cairo Hostel. We want to help make your stay comfortable and hassle-free.
Does Wake Up Cairo Hostel offer free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Wake Up Cairo Hostel provides free Wi-Fi throughout the property.
Does Wake Up Cairo Hostel have private rooms?
Yes, Wake Up Cairo Hostel offers private rooms with AC, Wi-Fi, and private bathrooms.
Does Wake Up Cairo Hostel provide breakfast?
Yes, breakfast is available each morning at Wake Up Cairo Hostel.
Does Wake Up Cairo Hostel offer airport transfers?
Yes, Wake Up Cairo Hostel arranges airport transfers for an additional fee.
Are pets allowed at Wake Up Cairo Hostel?
No, pets are not allowed at Wake Up Cairo Hostel.
What time is check-in at Wake Up Cairo Hostel?
Check-in at Wake Up Cairo Hostel begins at 13:00.
What time is check-out at Wake Up Cairo Hostel?
Check-out at Wake Up Cairo Hostel is at 12:00 noon.
Does Wake Up Cairo Hostel have dormitory rooms?
Yes, Wake Up Cairo Hostel offers mixed and female dormitories with shared bathrooms.
Does Wake Up Cairo Hostel have a shared kitchen?
Yes, Wake Up Cairo Hostel provides a communal kitchen for guest use.
Is Wake Up Cairo Hostel close to the Egyptian Museum?
Yes, Wake Up Cairo Hostel is directly across the street from the Egyptian Museum.
Does Wake Up Cairo Hostel offer laundry service?
Yes, Wake Up Cairo Hostel offers laundry service for an extra fee.
Is parking available at Wake Up Cairo Hostel?
No, Wake Up Cairo Hostel does not offer on-site parking.
Guest Score and Reviews
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8.6/5
Wonderful
Based on 991 Reviews
Latest Reviews
View All ReviewsSalah
Nov 05, 2022
Good
Close to the Egyptian museum and walkable distance to several streets and food outlets. Served with decent breakfast
Ahmad-madi
Nov 01, 2022
V. good
Staff, location and AC in the room.
Nasly
Oct 22, 2022
Wonderful
I liked how helpful the staff was and how they helped us find a good tour. It was also not too far from the center which is great. They also helped us get a taxi and let us store our things which was
Imad
Oct 21, 2022
Wonderful
everything was fine
Khaled
Oct 05, 2022
V. good
The location near Tahrir square, and near transportation in Abd El Moneim Riad stop and Gamal Abd El Nasser metro station.The view was very good.The room was very clean.
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