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Great Alexander Hostel - Cairo
A straightforward 2-star hostel near an underground station, offering a terrace, round-the-clock reception and free Wi-Fi in public areas.
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
- 24-hour reception and room service
- Terrace for relaxing outdoors
About
Great Alexander Hostel - Cairo
Great Alexander Hostel is a 2-star property in central Cairo, set at 165 Mohammed Farid. The hostel sits near an underground station, making it easy to explore the city on public transport.
Guests have access to a terrace and a bar/lounge area, plus practical conveniences like a 24-hour reception, 24-hour room service, air conditioning, and free Wi-Fi in public spaces. Car hire and shops are also on site.
- Wi-Fi
- 24-hour reception
- Lift
- 24-hour room service
- Car hire
- Shops/Commercial services
In brief
What works, what to weigh
Strengths
5 reasons to book- Free Wi-Fi in public areas — Stay connected in shared spaces without extra cost.
- 24-hour reception — Whatever time you arrive, someone is at the front desk.
- Terrace and bar/lounge — Outdoor space and a bar for relaxing after a day out.
- Close to public transport — An underground station is nearby, making it easy to get around.
- On-site car hire — Rent a car without leaving the property.
Worth weighing
4 to weigh- No breakfast included — There is no mention of breakfast service, so plan to eat out or arrange your own meals.
- No parking on site — Parking is not listed, so driving may be difficult in central Cairo.
- Limited information on room details — No room types or features are specified, so it's hard to know what to expect.
- No reviews yet — Without guest feedback, it's harder to gauge the experience beyond the basics.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
Connectivity
- Wi-Fi
Services
- 24-hour reception
- 24-hour room service
- Car hire
- Shops/Commercial services
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Lift
Food & Drink
- Bar/ Lounge area
Outdoor
- Terrace
Photos
Gallery
04 — Location
Getting around Cairo
The property sits in Cairo.
Getting around: The hostel is near an underground station, so you can zip around Cairo without needing a car. If you do want to drive, car hire is available on site.
Dining and essentials: A bar/lounge is on the property for drinks and relaxation. For meals, you're in central Cairo, so there are likely local eateries within walking distance – though specific restaurants aren't listed.
165 Mohammed Farid, Cairo, Cairo, 21325, Egypt
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 12:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 12:30
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 18 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 12:00 to 23:59, and check-out is at 12:30.
Is breakfast included?
There is no mention of breakfast service in the hotel's information, so it's not included.
Is there free Wi-Fi available?
Yes, Wi-Fi is available in public areas as part of the amenities.
Does the hostel have a 24-hour front desk?
Yes, there is a 24-hour reception and also 24-hour room service.
Is parking available on site?
No parking is listed in the hotel's policies.
The bottom line
Great Alexander Hostel is a practical, no-frills base for budget travellers who value location and 24-hour service over amenities like breakfast or parking. If you're happy with the essentials and want easy access to Cairo's metro, this could work well.
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