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The Emerald Hostel

2.0 star property
Family-friendly hostel connected to the convention centre in Downtown Cairo with free parking

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
Free toiletries, towels, soap, shampoo
1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reviews
6.6

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • 24/7 front desk24/7 front desk24/7 front desk
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Explore the area

Map
34 Abdel Khalik Sarwat St, downtown, Cairo, 22222
  • Popular LocationEgyptian Museum14 min walk
  • Popular LocationTahrir Square16 min walk
  • Popular LocationKhan el-Khalili3 min drive
  • AirportCairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.)31 min drive

Room options

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Local meal delivery service
Satellite channels
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
LED TV
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Local meal delivery service
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Local meal delivery service
Satellite channels
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Large Single Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
LED TV
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Local meal delivery service
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Local meal delivery service
Satellite channels
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Single Room

Deluxe Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
Day bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Local meal delivery service
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Cairo

The Emerald Hostel puts you in the heart of Cairo, connected to the convention centre and within a 20-minute stroll of popular places like Egyptian Museum and Tahrir Square. Highlights at this family-friendly hostel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Additionally, you'll find a free manager's reception, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of airport pick-up service. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Downtown Cairo hostel include Khan el-Khalili and Cairo Tower.
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What's nearby

  • Egyptian Museum - 14 min walk
  • Tahrir Square - 16 min walk
  • American University of Cairo - 16 min walk
  • Khan el-Khalili - 3 min drive
  • Cairo Tower - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Cairo Rames Station - 20 min walk
  • Cairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • كوستا كوفى - 4 min walk
  • كاريبو - 2 min walk
  • ماكدونالدز - 2 min walk
  • كافيه قمرين - 4 min walk
  • ماكدونالدز - 4 min walk

About this property

The Emerald Hostel

Family-friendly hostel connected to the convention centre in Downtown Cairo with free parking
There's a restaurant on site. A free manager's reception is offered daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A library, a terrace, and an arcade/games room are also featured at the family-friendly The Emerald Hostel. Free self parking is available.

This Cairo hostel is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
The Emerald Hostel offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and a safe. LED televisions come with premium satellite channels, first-run films and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Cairo hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Ecotours
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets on request
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On the bay
  • On the boardwalk
  • Terrace

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
  • Lift (178 centimetre wide door)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • First-run films
  • LED TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay films
  • Smart speaker

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Local meal delivery service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per stay.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 15 per room
  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen fee: USD 2 per stay
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, debit cards, cash and mobile payments. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Jamaica Cairo
Jamaica Hostel
Jamaica Hostel Cairo
Jamaica Hostel
The Emerald Hostel Cairo
The Emerald Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
The Emerald Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cairo

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Emerald Hostel?

The Emerald Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Emerald Hostel?

As of 1 June 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Emerald Hostel on 9 June 2024 start from AU$37.36, including 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.

Is parking available at The Emerald Hostel?

Yep, The Emerald Hostel has a free self car park.

Is The Emerald Hostel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services, an arcade and laundry facilities, it's no surprise that The Emerald Hostel is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Emerald Hostel?

No, but there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Emerald Hostel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Emerald Hostel's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Emerald Hostel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Emerald Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at The Emerald Hostel?

There is a golf course next to The Emerald Hostel.

The Emerald Hostel Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 17 reviews" "

6.2/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Taher

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was an amazing to stay to there
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Tamer

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Ahenkora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Jamaica Hotel for you
There was very good reception and the sfaff are helpful to guests. They even accompany you when you need to be helped in that respect.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

HESHAM SINGER, Middle East

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
down town Motel
A very quiet clean and comfortable room

2/10 Terrible

SABET

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A real nightmare
A very bad experience, not recommended.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
not bad
Friendly staff but dirty facility.Poor breakfast. Area is busy and highly polluted

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

2/10 Terrible

Thanks

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nothing
Room was des casting bed was so dirty unhygienic smily doors and walls was dirty no car park no breakfast no rooms serives no working tv every thing was dirty I have taking picture of the room condition if interesting I can provide you with some

8/10 Good

Hazem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
كانت جيدة
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good place to stay in the downtown of Cairo!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019