Reviews of Minerva Grand Hostel Cairo
39 Talaat Harb, 4280170 Cairo, Egypt
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Reviewed: 27 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
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Verified reviewno restaurant , I reserved a breakfast and can't get it
Reviewed: 25 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
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Verified reviewNice staff
Reviewed: 6 March 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewI loved the stay there ..and will I come back absolutely I will stay there
Comfortable hostel 😊
Reviewed: 6 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewGreat hospitality
Reviewed: 6 March 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewGreat hostel .warm staff specially Karim .and Mohamed they are so friendly 😁 Good location I suggest it for anyone.and the breakfast is good
Great hostel
Reviewed: 15 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewBreakfast was nice . and Bed is comfortable
Nothing special
Reviewed: 3 February 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewFriendly staffs, Helpful One of the best hostel in Cairo
Nothing
Reviewed: 24 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewReally friendly place. Room was basic, but fine (internal window, so dark). You can sit in the lobby area and there's a small kitchen for making tea/coffee. Central location. We also booked their Saqqara, Memphis and Giza tour, which was good.
For info: Difficult to find entrance. The address on Google maps is correct, but the entrance is off a side street and into a courtyard and turn right. Then there's a sign. 6th floor in the amazing antique lift!
Reviewed: 20 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewMinerva is my home in Cairo. While it may not be the largest or most luxurious hostel in the city, the staff—Abdoz, Kareem, and Ahmed—are truly exceptional. They create a family-like atmosphere, always smiling, fun, and eager to help. They are knowledgeable about local attractions and dining options, and they are incredibly nice. The prices are affordable, offering great value for your money. The location is also very convenient, within walking distance of Tahrir Square and the Egyptian Museum, with many excellent restaurants nearby - I literally went to the restaurant Abdoz recommended every day when I was in Cairo. I stayed here three times during my three-week trip to Egypt. Thank you for everything!!!
The only potential drawback for solo travelers is that the social/public area might be a little small to socialize. However, this can easily be overcome, as solo travelers often know where to meet new friends.
Reviewed: 9 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewFriendly and serviceminded staff. Clean rooms, ok shower and good wifi. Departured early and they arranged breakfast to go.
No complaints.
Reviewed: 7 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewClean Friendly, right in centre
Bit difficult to find the place
Reviewed: 3 January 2025 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewThe stuff was nice. It's a bit hard to find the place. And in the end, they canceled my booking, but I stayed there and paid the night. Maybe they don't wanna pay tax, that's why they canceled it on booking 🤔
Reviewed: 3 January 2025 · Stayed in December 2024
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Verified reviewReviewed: 28 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewStaff very friendly and helped us a lot
Room and bathroom very dirty