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Meramees Hostel

1.5 star property
Victorian hostel with restaurant, near Tahrir Square

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Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, City View | Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Free breakfast
    Free breakfast
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant
  • Free train station pick-up
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe
  • ATM/banking services
  • Laundry service
Feel at home
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
  • Limited onsite parking
The price is $22
$28 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Pillow menu
Day bed
Egyptian cotton linens
Shower/tub combination
4 bathrooms
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Triple Room, Private Bathroom | Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Triple Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Pillow menu
Day bed
Egyptian cotton linens
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Pillow menu
Day bed
Egyptian cotton linens
Shower/tub combination
2 bathrooms
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, City View | Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, City View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Pillow menu
Day bed
Egyptian cotton linens
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom | Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Pillow menu
Day bed
Egyptian cotton linens
Shower/tub combination
3 bathrooms
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Bedroom, City View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Pillow menu
Day bed
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton linens
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Pillow menu
Day bed
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton linens
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Laundry detergent
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Single Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Pillow menu
Day bed
Egyptian cotton linens
Shower/tub combination
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
32 Sabri Abou Alam, Talaat Harb Square, Cairo

What's nearby

  • Tahrir Square - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • American University of Cairo - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Egyptian Museum - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cairo Tower - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Khan el-Khalili - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) - 34 min drive
  • Giza (SPX-Sphinx Intl.) - 44 min drive
  • Cairo Rames Station - 27 min walk
  • Free train station pick-up
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪كوستا كوفى - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪ماكدونالدز - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪قهوة بين البنكين - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪بوسي - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪كافيه قمرين - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Meramees Hostel

When you stay at Meramees Hostel, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Tahrir Square and Egyptian Museum. Free perks include WiFi and continental breakfast daily between 8:30 AM and 11:30 AM. This Victorian hostel is also within a short drive of City Stars.

Languages

Arabic, English, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 13 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
  • Express check-in/out available
  • Check-out time is noon
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (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

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

  • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Onsite parking limited

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
  • Free train station pick-up*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 8:30 AM–11:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Room service

Traveling with children

  • Children's games
  • Toys
  • Musical instruments

What to do

  • Access to nearby health club

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 32 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2001
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Art gallery on site
  • Designer stores on site
  • Shopping mall on site
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Phone accessibility kit

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 21-inch TV
  • First-run movies

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Towels fee: USD 1 per person, per stay

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 15 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

Policies

In accordance with national/local laws, air conditioning may be restricted to certain hours in January.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

Meramees
Meramees Cairo
Meramees Hostel
Meramees Hostel Cairo
Meramees Hotel Cairo
Meramees Hostel Cairo
Meramees Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Meramees Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cairo

Frequently asked questions

Does Meramees Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Meramees Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Meramees Hostel?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Meramees Hostel?
Yes. Parking spots may be limited.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Meramees Hostel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 15 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Meramees Hostel?
Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Meramees Hostel and nearby?
Meramees Hostel has access to a nearby health club.
Are there restaurants at or near Meramees Hostel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Does Meramees Hostel have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around Meramees Hostel like?
Meramees Hostel is in Downtown Cairo, a short 8-minute walk from Tahrir Square and 12 minutes' walk from Egyptian Museum.

Meramees Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Good hotel
The room and bathroom were clean. The manager is friendly and helpful. They upgraded my room. Overall it was a very good stay.
Yasuyo, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very Nice Place to Stay.
Recommended. Nice hotel, good location and the staff were very helpful. I would definitely stay here again if I'm in Cairo.
Simon, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

4/10 Fair

I stayed there for 3 weeks. There are at least 4 issues which make this place difficult to stay. The breakfast starts at 8:30, which is inconvenient for all the guests, as it is too late, so many of us pay for it but skip it. The cooking lady is not in rush> A after 40 minutes of waiting (I was the only guest!), I asked about their problem. She began LOUDLY, RUDELY and IN FRONT OF ME discussing me with the other staff saying nasty things about me. I said that it was unappropriated and never ate thereafter. They do not care and did not reimburse the cost of my breakfasts (I asked for this). The second issue: the front desk ladies are unprofessional: they never greet guests. Nada, the daughter of the owner of the hostel, is constantly stuck into her phone and speaks to all the guests as if they are dust under her feet. The third: a complete absence of any flexibility. Once they receive your money, you will never see them. When I arrived at the hostel, my plans changed, and I asked about moving a checking out date TWO weeks before the original termination, but the owner refused saying that he "would lose." The fourth: a bare min. is invested into maintenance, and whatever is done, is done awfully. For instance, the screws that they used for putting a bed together, are sticking out for abut 7 cm. I damaged my leg so bad, that it is healing till now, and I hope that there would be no permanent ugly scar there! No wonder, such things happen with such an attitude to the guests!
Maria, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

SURESH, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

The receptionist Ahmed, a young guy, was very helpful and pleasant. Although bathroom is shared, it was always clean. Located in downtown Cairo, within walking distance of Tahrir square. Great value for the money.
SURESH, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Overall, I had a positive experience. The staff were friendly and helpful. The room itself was clean and well maintained, which was much appreciated. If you're looking for a budget-friendly option in the area and want to be near the Museum of Egypt, this hostel is definitely worth checking out.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Thankyou very much Meramees hostel. Gladly we found a good place to stay. The hostel was so cool with a classic and nostalgic vibes but a little bit hard to find the hotel with no big sign n it was located in front of big road so there’s so many car at that time. But overall, the stuffs the the room the breakfast the amenities the internet is good. Keep it great til the end 👍
Najwa, 5-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Normal
Nice staff, easy check in but property needs more attention and detail in cleaning.
1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

cool hotel.
Everything is fine, there is no note. Service, cleanliness and location Is everything perfect 👍
Nidhal, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

They were simply exceptional
3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Huge room. Very good breakfast. Friendly staff.
Laura, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We were very satisfied with the staff. They were very helpful and met our needs. Location was excellent and the breakfast was good.
Bahadrienne, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Simple & underwhelming
Location was good for downtown Cairo. But hard to find at first. The hostel was on the fifth floor of a building, and the sign on the street was not very obvious at first. The room was big and seemed clean. The bathroom, down the hall was sub-par, but it worked. I asked for some clothes to be washed; when I got them back there was still an unpleasant smell...they didn’t seem too clean. The WiFi was pretty bad and the “included breakfast” was below average too. It was fine for 1 night, but nothing was to rave about.
William, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Huge & amazing breakfast, the people working there are extremely helpful.
12-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fast internet, good breakfast, big room, good location, easy staff.
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Good budget Hostel
This hostel was small and somewhat tucked away and in an older, somewhat dirty building but overall for the money the room and the service was very good and I would stay there again
Chris, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location in downtown Cairo – we had a room in the wing opposite the reception and it was quieter than the other side. A lot of shops and great, not expensive local restaurants in the area, close to metro stations, short walk to Egyptian Museum. The room was clean, spacious and bright. The breakfast was very good – a mix of continental and local (I prefer the latter), and the coffee was BIG :) The staff was super helpful and kind. On the first night we were placed in a different room than we actually booked (worse one), but on the next day moved to a proper room. That's a detail, but I wish we could stay in our room straight away – it would make our experience perfect. It's a good quality for the money, although for that price you can choose from many options in downtown Cairo. Overall we enjoyed our stay and would come back to Meramees Hostel again.
1-night romance trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

It's located in the near the national museum and all walking distance to most of major attractions. Egptyion breakfast was delicious and shower water pressure is really good. Highly recommend for budget travellers.
Lee, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

2-night business trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Recommendable
Affordable yet accomodating staff and comfortable rooms. Staff can speak english. The location is great as its near the metro, the Egyptian museum and easy to find a taxi. They also arrange tours.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Good budget hostel/hotel in downtown Cairo
The staff is very friendly, helpful and fun. They recommended some things for us to do and helped us arrange a tour to the pyramids and a Nile dinner cruise. The hostel is right in busy downtown Cairo and very close to many tourist destinations and cafes as well as some big shopping streets. Our room was basic and clean with a small balcony and a city view. They serve a nice continental breakfast in the morning. This is a great place to stay for budget travellers looking to be in the heart of the city.
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Can't recommend
On arrival at accommodation said they did not yet have our booking confirmation as we had only booked a couple of hours before. They asked us what room we had booked. We told them a room with a private bathroom. After sometime and a couple of calls the guy on reception said we had only booked a double room with shared bathroom. Without our own confirmation we could not show him otherwise. Instead of a room with a double bed, private bathroom, and balcony, we were given a room with 4 single beds, shared bathroom and a window. We received a copy of our booking confirmation later that day and presumed the accommodation did as well. Instead of changing our room the guy on reception asked my husband to pay him a tip for giving us a room with a view, meaning it had a window. The room we had been given was huge in size so from that point of view was comfortable. The air-conditioner worked well but the only control was on or off. The shared bathrooms were reasonably clean and the shower pressure was ok. One of the toilets was broken and the other had a cistern that took ages to fill so it often wasn't flushed. The free wi-fi was hit and miss and worked 2 out if the 3 days we were there. The included breakfast was pretty ordinary and was the same every day. The common area was a great place to meet other travelers but was close to reception that always seemed full of locals who were very loud and did not seem to be guests staying at the accommodation. ,
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Meramees--great location; inexpensive; great staff
Stayed a few days at Meramees. Great location; very helpful and informative staff; sandstorm added to the experience; would stay there again
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Loved our stay
First things first... You are staying in Cairo, Egypt. My ratings are relevant to WHERE you are in the world. We loved our stay here... Ahmed (the manager) was very helpful booking train tickets, drivers (taxi) and tours; whatever we needed. The price was right, the atmosphere was friendly and the location was fantastic... Only a 5-7 minute walk to the Egyptian Museum. I have nothing but great things to say about this place. In our room, the A/C was good (almost too good, I woke up freezing) and it was clean... Breakfast was simple but sufficient. The wifi was a bit frustrating, but that is a common occurrence in Cairo. If you book with these guys, you won't regret it.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review