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Meramees Hostel

1.5 star property
Victorian hostel with restaurant, near Tahrir Square

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Stunning cityscape with a historic minaret and diverse architecture.
Stunning classical building with a symmetrical facade and evenly spaced windows and balconies.
Cozy living room with a central table, sofa, armchairs, bookshelf, and TV.
Two beds with white linens and brown headboards, a large window with city views, and a balcony with a railing.
Experience the rich history of ancient Egypt in this traditional room, featuring a stunning wall mural and comfortable seating area.
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 Citystars Heliopolis. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Mohamed Naguib Station is 4 minutes and Sadat Station is 11 minutes.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Parking available
  • Free breakfast
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants
  • 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 (6)

  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lift
  • Limited on-site parking

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
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Day bed
4 bathrooms
Shower/bath combination
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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Triple Room, Private Bathroom

Triple Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Day bed
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed

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Standard Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

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

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, City View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

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

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Bedroom, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 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
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Day bed
Shower/bath combination
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
32 Sabri Abou Alam, Talaat Harb Square, Cairo

What's nearby

  • Tahrir Square - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • American University of Cairo - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Egyptian Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Khan el-Khalili - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Cairo Tower - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Cairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.) - 34 min drive
  • Giza (SPX-Sphinx Intl.) - 44 min drive
  • Imbaba Station - 6 min drive
  • Giza Suburbs Station - 7 min drive
  • Cairo Ramses Station - 27 min walk
  • Mohamed Naguib Station - 4 min walk
  • Sadat Station - 11 min walk
  • Nasser Station - 13 min walk
  • Free train station pickup
  • 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 Citystars Heliopolis. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Mohamed Naguib Station is 4 minutes and Sadat Station is 11 minutes.

Languages

Arabic, English, Spanish

More about this property

VISIBILITY

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

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 at the property

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 cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • On-site parking is limited

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
    • Free train station pickup*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
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Property amenities

Food and drink

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

Travelling 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 reception
  • 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 shops on-site
  • Shopping centre on-site
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Phone accessibility kit
ROOM

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 21-inch TV
  • First-run films

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer (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
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Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. 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

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Property Registration Number Yes

Also known as

Meramees Hostel Cairo
Meramees Hostel
Meramees Cairo
Meramees
Meramees Hotel Cairo
Meramees Hostel Cairo
Meramees Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Meramees Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cairo
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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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Meramees Hostel?

Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Meramees Hostel?

Yes. Parking spaces may be limited.

Is an 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 on-site 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 4-minute walk from Mohamed Naguib Station and 8 minutes' walk from Tahrir Square.

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Meramees Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

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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

10/10 Exceptional

I stayed at Meramees Hostel for almost a month. The truth is that I have found all good things, all the people who work and collaborate for the hostel are excellent, they treated me very well from the beginning to the end and provided me with all the services. I hope to go back to Cairo and stay again in this fantastic place. I am very grateful to everyone, my stay has been excellent!
Tomas, 1-night trip

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.

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 trip

8/10 Very good

Normal

Nice staff, easy check in but property needs more attention and detail in cleaning.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The Meramees hotel or Hostel

The location is prime close to the tahrir square and the Egyptian Museum. Many local restaurants in the block behind the hotel. If you want to try local cuisine there is plenty to choose from. The Reception staff was helpful and provided great service. The Hotel/Hostel is on the 5 and 6th floor in a building that feels strange walking into. Entry floor of the building is dark and dusty with a bench that makes you wonder where you arrived. 1st floor looked deserted with a door with arabic letters and an open window overviewing a broken house facade, 2nd floor news tv channel, 3rd floor investment in touristic real estate, 4th floor Sinai hotel and dive center, 5th floor is reception of the Meramees hotel. Walking the steps up the building there is many question if you are at the correct location. The room was great, I had the double bed room with en-suite bathroom. Great room for the price! Solid breakfast with falafel and omelette The only drawback is the elevatorshaft outside the window. in the hallway there is two toilets for the dorms and rooms without toilet and unfortunately during my visit one was broken and continues flushing all night.
2-night trip

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. ,

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

8/10 Very good

Chambre calme et propre dans un quartier central ou tout est accessible à pied.a recommandé pour un rapport qualité prix tres intéressant
Denis, 6-night trip

6/10 Good

使いやすい

タフリール広場に近く交通や飲食は便利。施設は古いが部屋の掃除は行き届いていて使い安いがシャワーの出は弱い。エアコンは冷房のみ。 周囲に夜遅くまで開いてる店も多く安心。ドライヤーを貸してくれた。
Akiko, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I had an excellent stay at the Hostel. All the staff and all the people who belong to the establishment, treated me very well at all times and provided me with all the services, I am very grateful to everyone. I hope to return to Cairo soon and stay here again. Excellent Hostel
Tomas, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jesica, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Buena experiencia

Muy buena opción: céntrica y de buen precio. muy amable y considerado.
José R., 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

bueno

muy buena opcion en el corazon del cairo , muy amable el anfittion nos guardo el equipaje por unas horas tambien , considera que no hay internet disponible y que es ruidoso pero asi son todos los hoteles en el centro del cairo, lo recomiendo nos quedamos en dos ocasiones y ambas satisfactorias.
Jesica, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

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Otele gitmeden 4 saat önce arayıp gece 2de uçaktan inip checkin yapacağımızı bir sorun olup olmadığını sorduk ve bize sorun yok resepsyonist sizi karşılayacak dendi. Gece otele giriş yaptığımızda bize otel odamızın dolu olduğunu söylediler yanlışlıkla başkasınada satılmış olduğunu söyleyip ve bize otelin 5 kişilik tuvaletsiz banyosuz hostel odası gösterildi ve itiraz ettik çünkü biz otel odamızı özel banyo ve tuvalet dahil 2 günlük şekilde ayırtmıştık bizi 1 günlük başka otele gönderdiler otel ayarladılar ama oranında özel tuvaleti yoktu ertesi gün otele geldiğimizde kaba bir şekilde neden geldiğimizi sorguladılar bağırdılar ve itiraz ettiler . O otelde kalmayacağımızı söyleyip bize düzgün bir otel ayarlamasını söyledik ve kaba bir şekilde tartışmaya devam ettiler hakkımızı zorla alıp bizi düzgün bir otele yerleştirmelerini sağladık ve bu tartışmalarla uğraşırken piramitere gitmeye vaktimizin daraldığını bundan sorumlu olduklarını söylediğimizde bize özel tur ayarladılar ama siz bu sorunlarla karşılaştığınızda sizi çözümsüz bırakabilirler . en başta yapması gerekeni esn sonunda kavga ederek yapması bizi sinir edip enerjimizi düşürdükten sonra yaptıkları için bir anlamı kalmadı. Kesinlikle profesyönellikten uzak müşteri memnuniyetini önemsemeyen kaba çalışanlarla müdürle karşılaşabileceğiniz bir işletme asla tavsiye etmiyoruz.
Mert, 2-night trip

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

6/10 Good

Josee, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

SURESH, 1-night trip

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

10/10 Exceptional

Très bien.

Très bien , lit super confortable. Les gens super sympa petit dej très bon ( et pas malade après ) Bien situé au cœur du centre ville .
laura, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Serge, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very friendly, everything was clean and we had a nice breakfast. Just the bed and the pillow were a little bit hard. We felt very comfortable in the area. Overall we had some nice days.
Julia, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Vieles zu Fuß erreichbar, gute Anbindung an den ÖPNV. Die Leute waren freundlich hilfsbereit. Das Zimmer war einfach aber sauber. Der Abfluss der Dusche war verstopft, das wurde behoben. Hilfreich wären Haken oder Halterunen für Handtücher etc. im Bad gewesen. Insgesamt gutes Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis. All in all good value for money.
Margareta, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

cool hotel.

Everything is fine, there is no note. Service, cleanliness and location Is everything perfect 👍
Nidhal, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Adrián, 3-night trip