Safary Hotel

2.0 star property
Hostel with free breakfast, near Tahrir Square

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Front of property
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Lobby
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Reception

Reviews

5.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
4 Souk El Tawfikeyya Street, 5th Floor., 4, Cairo, 11511
  • Egyptian Museum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Tahrir Square
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Khan el-Khalili
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Cairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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Room options

Basic Single Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Basic Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Large Twin Beds

Basic Shared Dormitory, Men only

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Basic Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Large Twin Beds

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Large Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Cairo

Located in Downtown Cairo within a short walk of Egyptian Museum, Safary Hotel is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Tahrir Square. This hostel has 50 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and a free airport shuttle.

What's nearby

  • Egyptian Museum - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Tahrir Square - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • American University of Cairo - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Cairo Tower - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Khan el-Khalili - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Cairo Rames Station - 18 min walk
  • Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪كاريبو - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪ماكدونالدز - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪ماكدونالدز - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪دجاج كنتاكى - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪أفندينا - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Safary Hotel

Hostel with free breakfast, near Tahrir Square
Safary Hotel features free WiFi in public areas and an arcade/game room. Airport transportation is made easy with a free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Washers/dryers, 6 bathrooms, and ironing boards are also standard. Bathrooms are shared; change of towels is available on request.

Languages

Arabic, English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle on request
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room washer/dryer

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Accessible bathtub
  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • 6 shared bathrooms

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 12:30 PM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or 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 and cash
  • Check-in: 12:30 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 12:30 PM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the free airport shuttle (available 24 hours).

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, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Safary Hotel Cairo
Grand Safari Hotel
Grand Safari Hotel Hostel
Safary Hotel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Safary Hotel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cairo

Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of Safary Hotel?

This hostel is situated in Downtown Cairo within a short 15-minute walk of Egyptian Museum and also 16 minutes on foot from Tahrir Square. You'll also find Talaat Harb Street and Midan Talaat Harb less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at Safary Hotel?

As of Apr 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Safary Hotel on May 8, 2025 start from $5.24, excluding 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.

Will I be able to park at Safary Hotel?

No, this hostel doesn't offer parking.

Does Safary Hotel feature a casino?

No, Safary Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Safary Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Safary Hotel?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like a turndown service as well as free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk.

Are there hot tubs at Safary Hotel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does Safary Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Safary Hotel offers free English breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Safary Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Safary Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at Safary Hotel?

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

How close is the airport from Safary Hotel?

The closest major airport to Safary Hotel is Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI), which is 12.7 mi away (34 minutes by car). Another top airport is Giza (SPX-Sphinx Intl.), which is located 27.2 mi away (47-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Safary Hotel?

No, you won't find rooms with balconies at Safary Hotel.

Safary Hotel Reviews

Reviews

5.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 14 reviews

4.8/10

Cleanliness

5.8/10

Staff & service

4.6/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

NOUR

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place with even better people!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

mr priyesh

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property looks posh on photos of old and can’t climb up it’s 5 floors to go up on feet with your bags even though have booking took long time to check in when I showed them proof then when I went Giza I left luggage there as was coming back and staying with them the day receptionist is rude he acts as if he owns the hostel I said I will eat and take my bags and go he kept saying leave leave I believe this is not good customer service and he doesn’t seem to have manners maybe not educated or not not trained on customer service to deal with international guest I would like you’ll to post this so others know and decide if to climb up 5 Flrs go in dirty toilets and hot water not working or shower and bathroom Broken and not friendly check in receptionist who works day shift night shift guys is very nice and helpful and friendly if have owners name and no please send me and forward my email to owner so I ca. have a word directly with them too
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hermina

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hermina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sherif

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Alberto

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff didnt know about my reservation, they were not offering what they advertised. Lots of confusion and miscommunication
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Tsegezab

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There is nothing to like in the property. I stayed elsewhere.
Stayed 21 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jinil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Anderson

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Worth of money but too dirty

Cheapest place in Cairo... It was ok but very dirty beds, no bedbunks and hopefully nothing else, otherwise good. Shared toilet was clean and there was also possibility to wash clothes.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

YOONKYOO

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Koyo

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
空調が整っていない。また共用のバスルームも、少なくとも良くはない。 休憩所として使える程度。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023