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Where?
5/10 min walk from Tahrir Square and Egyptian Square.
What?
A small hostel with 27 beds.
Anything else you need to know?
WiFi provided free of charge. Some rooms have private bathrooms. Breakfast and bed linen included in price. Parking and luggage storage available. Reception open 24 hours.
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Reviews of Sara Inn Hostel
Sara Inn Hostel has a rating of 87% from a total of 149 reviews and ratings, below are some reviews of Sara Inn Hostel
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J46gl says:
“ Great location, very friendly helpful staff. Lovely soft bed and fantastic breakfast. Could not have been better. ”
Posted: on Mar 18, 2010 // Rated: |
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humani says:
“ Top hostel in a fantastic location, so close to the city center yet remarkably quiet at night. Great staff, Ahmed and Mohamed etc are all willing to answer any questions, help book any trips, offer any advice or just good for a sit down chat and laugh. No lockers in the dorms, but permanent... more ”
Posted: on Mar 13, 2010 // Rated: |
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mcala says:
“ Staff really cool and fun, Ahmed was a nice guy with useful hints, always helped when we wanted some information or little favor. Breakfast was ok and the room was large and comfortable. Thank you for everything! ”
Posted: on Mar 7, 2010 // Rated: |
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mignonmayer2292 says:
“ We would highly recommend staying at Sara Inn situated in Downtown Cairo. We booked for 3 days and stayed for 10!!..and then returned the next month! It was very clean with excellent amenities and was more like a guest house than a hostel. Remember this is downtown Cairo so do not be put off... more ”
Posted: on Feb 28, 2010 // Rated: |
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allen3000 says:
“ good, basic hostel in a great location in downtown Cairo. pros: walkable from many different parts of Cairo. simple free daily breakfasts that include bread, cheese, jam, hard-boiled egg, banana, orange, tea. relatively clean and bug-free - remember to bring bugspray if you like to open your... more ”
Posted: on Feb 22, 2010 // Rated: |
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oyiva289 says:
“ My score about fun concerns not only the hotel but all Cairo city. Staff very efficient after communication problems have been solved. Sara Inn used to occupy floor # 7 of a downtown apartment building. For a while it occupies floor # 6 as well, according to owner Assim El Sersy. This enlargement... more ”
Posted: on Jan 26, 2010 // Rated: |
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karstenhaak1135 says:
“ I had a nice and clean (doublebed) room. For tours they provide you with an english speaking driver - important as local taxi drivers do not understand any english. The hostel is a good choice. ”
Posted: on Jan 21, 2010 // Rated: |
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danielaugustinis says:
“ Location is excellent and staff are friendly. And it's really cost effective. I would stay there one more time. ”
Posted: on Jan 11, 2010 // Rated: |
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Bsa20 says:
“ They make breakfast very slowly (~30-40 min) when not too much people are staying in hostel. ”
Posted: on Dec 7, 2009 // Rated: |
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gmder says:
“ The employees wouldn't help get the internet up and running, one employee was rude, the other one who was nice, scammed us on a very expensive trip to Luxor where he lied about how long we would have at the sights. ”
Posted: on Dec 3, 2009 // Rated: |
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health4play2675 says:
“ the room is very clean and cozy the best is it has wi-fi in room and the breakfast portion is just nice...will be back if there is chance.... ”
Posted: on Nov 20, 2009 // Rated: |
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panoslondon1 says:
“ Very nice place. Also quiet location, would stay there again. ”
Posted: on Nov 14, 2009 // Rated: |
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samwali7036 says:
“ very welcoming and hospitable staff.willing to drop what they're doing to assist-from bring you food ,taxi ,organizing a day trip to several days trip. always with a smile too. strongly recommend sara inn. ”
Posted: on Nov 11, 2009 // Rated: |
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fujimaki-haruyuki5782 says:
“ Staffs are kind and friendly, so I could feel at home. ”
Posted: on Oct 30, 2009 // Rated: |
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caja775865 says:
“ Very nice place to stay! Right in the middle of Downtown, Cairo, but nicely away from the noise, so a tranquil night's sleep in a plus here! This place feels more like a home! Rooms and bathrooms are clean as are the rest of the installations. The staff has some special attention and show a... more ”
Posted: on Oct 26, 2009 // Rated: |
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AnnaB279 says:
“ Really nice staff, clean bathrooms, good choice of rooms all with fans and most nice and bright. Returned to Sara Inn twice while we were in Egypt and loved it. Very homely and fantastic location right in the middle of Downtown Cairo, 2 minutes from Sadat metro station. ”
Posted: on Oct 24, 2009 // Rated: |
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kadavukid says:
“ One of the best hostels i have stayed in,IN the World!It is a great location and near the Egyption museum and plenty of bars and resteraunts,I stayed hear longer than i was supposed to as i had a accident on a horse,The staff were fantastic and Friendly especially Ahmed who took me to the... more ”
Posted: on Oct 13, 2009 // Rated: |
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jmccjrjoe says:
“ hello fellow travelers...it's difficult finding excellent hostels as you travel but I found an excellent hostel. The staffis surperb. The facility is very clean and the people go out of there way to make you fell at home.I highly recommend this hostel. JR, USA ”
Posted: on Sep 26, 2009 // Rated: |
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yunusm2848 says:
“ The staff were very friendly and helpful making you feel part of their family as opposed to being just a guest. ”
Posted: on Aug 26, 2009 // Rated: |
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english-966420 says:
“ Very nice and happy to help ”
Posted: on Aug 13, 2009 // Rated: |
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amyvandruten6027 says:
“ very nice place to stay! the staff at sara inn are absolutly lovely, they are so helpful and friendly. the tours we did through them were a great price and great days out. they made us feel so welcome, thanks so much Assim and all the guys. Amy, NZ ”
Posted: on Aug 9, 2009 // Rated: |
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Lisettero says:
“ Very friendly and enthusiastic staff! ”
Posted: on Jul 15, 2009 // Rated: |
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lindsaysculley says:
“ Really friendly staff.. very helpful.. internet facility, and feels very safe! Overall really good. ”
Posted: on Jul 3, 2009 // Rated: |
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franziska9362 says:
“ We had a really good time in Sara Inn. As most of the former guests I also want to suggest this hostel, also for female travellers. People were so friendly and help us to get along in Cairo. They offer authentic and clean rooms for small money and also a cheap airport transfer, which is quite... more ”
Posted: on Jun 29, 2009 // Rated: |
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wolfg7705 says:
“ Absolutely amazing! Rooms were spacious and clean. Staff was like family, felt like being at home in Cairo. They also setup amazing travel packages for their guests. I will recommend this hostel to anyone visiting Cairo! ”
Posted: on Jun 20, 2009 // Rated: |
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samssultan5870 says:
“ I had a great time. They have just opened a new floor which is really nice and very clean. the stuff are very friendly and helpful. It is well located, ask about Assim he is the man. Oh you would love it ... ”
Posted: on May 11, 2009 // Rated: |
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llombard098076 says:
“ Very good hostel in Tahir Square area. The staff was very helpful and the rooms clean. Very near metro and the Egyptian museum. ”
Posted: on Apr 23, 2009 // Rated: |
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ashw1 says:
“ Staff were great, bed was comfy, bathroom clean. organised good trip around pyramids but would recommend booking your tours in other parts of egypt rather than through the hostel.airport pickup was good. ”
Posted: on Apr 23, 2009 // Rated: |
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ioakimv5335 says:
“ The staff was very polite and eager to help with any question.They also picked us up from the airport, even though we arrived past midnight. It by no means meets European Hostels' hygiene standards. The bathroom was clean but not actually a separate room. Thick carpets and heavy curtains give... more ”
Posted: on Apr 21, 2009 // Rated: |
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pumako64 says:
“ I felt like I was being haggled for everything got charged for the "welcoming tea." The bathrooms are a joke. And it felt like I entered a den of mafia that were trying at every point to ripe me off and make more money off of me. I understand that the prices are comparatively low, but... more ”
Posted: on Apr 7, 2009 // Rated: |
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nkeunen8012 says:
“ did not enjoy my stay at sara inn. only 2 bathrooms which were not clean and showers barely worked. cleanliness of bedding was questionable. lots of men, not sure if they work there or are friends,always at hostel and sleeping on floors outside bedroom doors. the manager was very friendly and... more ”
Posted: on Apr 5, 2009 // Rated: |
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amycole819874901 says:
“ I would HIGHLY recommend staying at the Sara Inn Hostel. The staff organized buses and trips for the entire group of 15 people. They were just amazing!!! The atmosphere was relaxed and made all of us feel at home. The rooms were clean and just what we asked for. If I come back to Cairo I would... ”
Posted: on Apr 2, 2009 // Rated: |
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saratheberg558 says:
“ Our class, a large group of 15 took a weekend trip to Cairo, the Sara Inn made our trip amazing. The staff is great, the hostel is clean and the location is close to the Egyptian Museum. The staff is very helpful they provided us with transportation to and from the airport, a tour of premier... more ”
Posted: on Mar 31, 2009 // Rated: |
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nathanyoung73359 says:
“ Staying at this hostel was the best decision that I have made in a long time. The staff is very outgoing and friendly and they really take care of you. if you have any sort of questions or plans while you are in Egypt, the staff at sara inn will help you with every detail. If you want to go to... more ”
Posted: on Mar 31, 2009 // Rated: |
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Drake says:
“ The Sara Inn is by far the best Hostel I have stayed at in the world. The workers and owner are great and will give you a first class Egyptian welcome. ”
Posted: on Mar 28, 2009 // Rated: |
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jakehaggmark7354 says:
“ everyone there is super nice and they are great at arranging trips and car rides for large groups. ”
Posted: on Mar 10, 2009 // Rated: |
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juanito3451 says:
“ The staff is what makes the place a great place to stay. They are very helpful and like to know how your day went and what you are doing the next day. Rami the night recelption guy is the best but everyone there is nice. ”
Posted: on Mar 8, 2009 // Rated: |
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kobyti-k99329 says:
“ I am a 22 year old Australian traveling with my girlfriend. We loved our stay at the Sara Inn. The staff made a very over-whelming city very plesant with their tips and information. ”
Posted: on Mar 4, 2009 // Rated: |
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vinay says:
“ The Hostel is located at a very central location, and the people are good when it comes to helping you out with the planning of ur trip. I would not advice anyone to go for their Night Cruise as its more of a waste of ur money. For the Hostel I would surely stay here again. ”
Posted: on Mar 3, 2009 // Rated: |
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deanbra says:
“ torn sheets, stained walls, dark hallways, I did not even want to stand in the kitchen never mind cooking in it. I woke up in the morning with bites on me. ”
Posted: on Mar 3, 2009 // Rated: |
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Facilities at Sara Inn Hostel
- In Room Facilities
- Air Conditioning
- Linen Included
- Security Lockers
- Food & Drink
- Guest Kitchen
- Restaurant
- General
- Tax included
- 24 Hour Reception
- Elevator
- Airport Transfers
- Towels Hire
- Luggage Storage
- Tours Desk
- Communications
- Card Phones
- Sport & Leisure
- Common Room
Description of Sara Inn Hostel
Welcome to Sara Inn Hostel. We are centrally located in downtown Cairo. 10 minutes walk to the Egyptian Museum and the Metro train station in Tahrir Square. Check in and check out is at 12 pm. Free WI-FI access through the hostel. Luxurious computer-room / lounge. We have a professional team who do all that is possible to aid our guests. COME AS A GUEST. LEAVE AS A FRIEND. Guests have use of our many facilities including well furnished rooms and diverse, inexpensive restaurant menu. Rooms are available with and without private bathroom. FREE MAP. ALSO WE CAN HELP FOR TRAIN OR BUS TICKET AND we offer a 25% discount for any visitor named Sara for the first night staying! Why not come and stay with us? We are looking forward to your visit. Free airport pick-up for just rooms with bath inside with a stay of 2 nights or more. Airport pickup is offered to our other guests for LE60 (about $11). Please contact us with your flight details as soon as possible so that we can arrange to pick you up. All our contact details will be on the confirmation email that you will receive after you book.
