African Hotel is managed by the same team as Hotel Richmond, which is recommended by major guidebooks from Lonely Planet to France''s Guide du Routard African Hotel welcomes budget travelers right in the heart of downtown Cairo, a mere 5 minute walk from Ramses train station and 15 minutes from the Egyptian Museum.
Our hostel is housed in a unique, historic 19th-century building with tons of period character. Guests can enjoy huge rooms with high ceilings and original hardwood floors, in the combination that best suits your needs (from singles to triples, including a number of super-comfortable king-sized beds).
And after a long day spent discovering the treasures of Cairo, just come relax in our two comfortable lounges with satellite T.V.!
Reception is open 24 hours, travel information readily available, and all reservations (bus, train, taxi, tours, transfers, airport transportation) can be made for your convenience
We look forward to seeing you here at the African hostel. Our prices may be cheap, but we will make you feel right at home!
PS: Please avoid airport & street hustlers and hotel touts on your way to the African.
From Cairo International Airport: 30 minutes by taxi From Ramses train station: 5-minute walk From Tahrir (Abdel Moneim) bus station: 12-minute walk From Turgoman bus station: 8-minute walk From Orabi metro station: 1-minute walk From the Egyptian Museum: 12-minute walk