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Madina Hostel, hotel in Cairo

Boasting a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, Madina Hostel is situated in Cairo, 300 metres from Tahrir Square.

Great breakfast, helpful and friendly stuff, great shared spaces (eg balkony)
9.2
Scored 9.2
Superb
Rated superb
1,449 reviews
Price fromUS$36per night
Tahrir Square Hostel, hotel in Cairo

Featuring a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, Tahrir Square Hostel is set in Cairo, 100 metres from Tahrir Square.

I recently stayed at Tahrir Square Hostel, and it was an excellent experience. The staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating, making me feel welcome from the moment I arrived. The food was delicious. The room was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, providing a relaxing space to unwind after exploring the city. Overall, Tahrir Square Hostel exceeded my expectations and made my trip truly enjoyable.
9.1
Scored 9.1
Superb
Rated superb
1,234 reviews
Price fromUS$35per night
Rihana pyramids view, hotel in Cairo

Situated in Cairo, within 3 km of Great Sphinx and 5.5 km of Giza Pyramids, Rihana pyramids view provides accommodation with a shared lounge and as well as free private parking for guests who drive.

The place was very chill and the bed was so comfy, The owners were so friendly and caring. I would like to stay there again during my travels.
9.0
Scored 9.0
Superb
Rated superb
141 reviews
Price fromUS$21.60per night
Champollion Hostel, hotel in Cairo

Situated in Cairo, 400 metres from Tahrir Square, Champollion Hostel offers air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge.

This hostel definitely exceeded our expectations. Everyone, from the receptionists to the kitchen staff, was very helpful and friendly. The receptionists in particular were very warm; they gave us fantastic tips about Cairo and made us feel at home throughout our stay. The breakfast was great, the room was very clean and quiet, and there were mosquito nets on the windows. We didn't want to leave the facility. We would love to come back to Cairo again, and when we do, we will definitely stay here again :) <3
9.3
Scored 9.3
Superb
Rated superb
397 reviews
Price fromUS$40per night
Life Pyramids Inn, hotel in Cairo

Boasting a bar, Life Pyramids Inn offers rooms in Cairo, 600 metres from Great Sphinx and 5 km from Giza Pyramids. Featuring room service, this property also has a restaurant and a terrace.

The personal was so incredibly kind and helpful. O was there off season and the hotel was quit empty there still always was someone and every question got answered. They supplied water and all interactions were really kind. I had a brilliant view over the pyramid and the roof top terrace is amazing.
9.7
Scored 9.7
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
957 reviews
Price fromUS$55per night
Plaza 1 Hotel, hotel in Cairo

Plaza 1 Hotel is located in Cairo, within 2.2 km of Al-Azhar Mosque and 2.6 km of El Hussien Mosque.

The location is amazing. Staff are more than amazing and helpful.
10
Scored 10
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
5 reviews
Price fromUS$22per night
Queen Ash Pyramid View INN, hotel in Cairo

Situated in Cairo and with Great Sphinx reachable within 700 metres, Queen Ash Pyramid View INN features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a terrace, free WiFi throughout the property and a...

Alhumdulilah very friendly. Staff treated us like family ! Very welcoming! Safe and secure !
9.8
Scored 9.8
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
5 reviews
Price fromUS$29.07per night
OH! Cairo Pharaoh Hostel, hotel in Cairo

Set within 2.3 km of Al-Azhar Mosque and 1.4 km of The Egyptian Museum, OH! Cairo Pharaoh Hostel provides rooms in Cairo.

Very good thanks my friends
9.3
Scored 9.3
Superb
Rated superb
45 reviews
Price fromUS$24.23per night
Space Hostel, hotel in Cairo

Situated in Cairo and with Tahrir Square reachable within 1.1 km, Space Hostel features express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, free bikes, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared...

The room was realy beautiful and clean, the guys and the girl at the reception were really welcoming and kind, the breakfast was really excellent and was much appreciated by everyone! definitely a place I would happily return to
9.4
Scored 9.4
Superb
Rated superb
66 reviews
Price fromUS$40per night
Cairo de casa hostel, hotel in Cairo

Cairo de casa hostel is located in Cairo, 2.5 km from Cairo Tower and 2.6 km from El Hussien Mosque.

The staff were lovely. The room was clean
9.2
Scored 9.2
Superb
Rated superb
13 reviews
Price fromUS$27per night
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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  • Egypt Pyramids Inn
    Budget options available
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 139 reviews

    Set in Cairo, 400 metres from Great Sphinx, Egypt Pyramids Inn offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    The hotel had a million dollar view of the pyramids.

    From US$69 per night
  • Champollion Hostel
    Budget options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 397 reviews

    Situated in Cairo, 400 metres from Tahrir Square, Champollion Hostel offers air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge.

    Guys at the front desk are so friendly and helpful it's a delight

    From US$51.52 per night
  • Life Pyramids Inn
    Budget options available
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 957 reviews

    Boasting a bar, Life Pyramids Inn offers rooms in Cairo, 600 metres from Great Sphinx and 5 km from Giza Pyramids. Featuring room service, this property also has a restaurant and a terrace.

    Staff are excellent! mohamed is a great man. View from the roof is unbelievable

    From US$55.55 per night
  • Plaza 1 Hotel
    Budget options available
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 5 reviews

    Plaza 1 Hotel is located in Cairo, within 2.2 km of Al-Azhar Mosque and 2.6 km of El Hussien Mosque.

    The location is amazing. Staff are more than amazing and helpful.

    From US$23 per night
  • Queen Ash Pyramid View INN
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 5 reviews

    Situated in Cairo and with Great Sphinx reachable within 700 metres, Queen Ash Pyramid View INN features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a terrace, free WiFi throughout the property and a...

    Amazing views of the Pyramids and nice attentive staff

    From US$43.70 per night
  • Space Hostel
    Budget options available
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 66 reviews

    Situated in Cairo and with Tahrir Square reachable within 1.1 km, Space Hostel features express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, free bikes, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared...

    The space in the room, the breakfast and the shower

  • Pyramids Orion inn
    Budget options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 18 reviews

    Attractively set in the Giza district of Cairo, Pyramids Orion inn is situated 1.8 km from Great Sphinx, 4.3 km from Giza Pyramids and 13 km from Cairo Tower.

    Beautiful hotel, cleanliness and amazing view of the pyramids

    From US$51.75 per night
  • pyramids stone Top
    Budget options available
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 35 reviews

    Situated in Cairo, 1.8 km from Great Sphinx, pyramids stone Top features views of the mountain.

    the living was nice. with a view of the pyramids.

    From US$44.85 per night

Great access to the city centre! Check these hostels in Cairo

  • Space Room
    Central location
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Space Room is set in Cairo, 1.1 km from Tahrir Square and 1.3 km from The Egyptian Museum.

    From US$34.50 per night
  • OH! Cairo Pharaoh Hostel
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 45 reviews

    Set within 2.3 km of Al-Azhar Mosque and 1.4 km of The Egyptian Museum, OH! Cairo Pharaoh Hostel provides rooms in Cairo.

    Rico el desayuno, jugo y café. Además de estar bien ubicado

    From US$34.50 per night
  • Tahrir Square Hostel
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,234 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, Tahrir Square Hostel is set in Cairo, 100 metres from Tahrir Square.

    It’s was cleans and good value of money. Staff were lovely.

    From US$44.45 per night
  • Madina Hostel
    Central location
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,449 reviews

    Boasting a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, Madina Hostel is situated in Cairo, 300 metres from Tahrir Square.

    The great location, nice staff and good taste breakfast.

    From US$50.88 per night
  • Cairo de casa hostel
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 13 reviews

    Cairo de casa hostel is located in Cairo, 2.5 km from Cairo Tower and 2.6 km from El Hussien Mosque.

    Ottima accoglienza personale gentilissimo e disponibile

  • Cairo Hub
    Central location
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 83 reviews

    In a prime location in the Downtown Cairo district of Cairo, Cairo Hub is located 100 metres from Tahrir Square, 500 metres from The Egyptian Museum and 1.6 km from Cairo Tower.

    Pulizia cordiali staff e vicinanza al museo Egizio

    From US$43.95 per night
  • Abdeen Cairo Hostel
    Central location
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 4 reviews

    Located in Cairo and with Tahrir Square reachable within 1.1 km, Abdeen Cairo Hostel provides a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

    From US$43.70 per night
  • Hathor House
    Central location
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 549 reviews

    Set within 2.6 km of Cairo Tower and 2.8 km of El Hussien Mosque, Hathor House features rooms in Cairo.

    I loved it everything was perfect and very nice staff

    From US$74.75 per night
  • Freedom Hostel
    Central location
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 652 reviews

    This hostel is located in central Cairo, just 200 metres from the famous Talat Harb Square. It offers spacious and air-conditioned rooms, a small guest kitchen and a 24-hour reception.

    Low cost hostel, does the job for a night, shukran!

    From US$20.61 per night
  • Holy Sheet Hostel
    Central location
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,403 reviews

    Located in Cairo and with Tahrir Square reachable within less than 600 meters, Holy Sheet Hostel features concierge services, rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a garden.

    Great Staff, well located in a safe area (24/7)

    From US$68.52 per night
  • Paris east
    Central location
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 420 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, Paris east is located in Cairo, 1 km from Tahrir Square.

    nouran& mariam &youcef &samar and habiba are very nice kind

    From US$54.34 per night
  • Rhala Hostel Egypt
    Central location
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 114 reviews

    Situated in Cairo, within 700 metres of Tahrir Square and less than 1 km of The Egyptian Museum, Rhala Hostel Egypt provides a shared lounge.

    El personal, ubicación y servicio como lavanderia.

    From US$24.44 per night
  • Golden Star Hostel
    Central location
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 494 reviews

    Set in Cairo, 1 km from Tahrir Square, Golden Star Hostel offers air-conditioned rooms and a terrace.

    The room was really nice, good location and personal

    From US$21.92 per night
  • Cairo Casa Hostel
    Central location
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4 reviews

    Located within 1.1 km of Tahrir Square and 1.2 km of The Egyptian Museum, Cairo Casa Hostel provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Cairo.

    From US$36.80 per night
  • Wake Up! Cairo Hostel
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 702 reviews

    Steps from the Egyptian Museum, a comfortable hostel with views of the River Nile. Public transport is within walking distance. You can arrive at any time of day. Rooms at Wake Up!

    Great value for money .Excellent location .Staff is cooperative .

    From US$21.25 per night
  • New Abdeen palace hostel
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 223 reviews

    Located in Cairo and with Tahrir Square reachable within 1 km, New Abdeen palace hostel provides a tour desk, allergy-free rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

    Location and the services all the stuff here are very friendly

    From US$41.06 per night
  • Cheers Hostel
    Central location
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 382 reviews

    Situated in Cairo, 1.1 km from Tahrir Square, Cheers Hostel features a shared lounge and views of the city.

    Spacious room, central location, comfortable beds and a nice hot shower.

    From US$34.74 per night
  • Museum Plaza
    Central location
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,423 reviews

    Attractively set in the Downtown Cairo district of Cairo, Museum Plaza is situated 3.4 km from Al-Azhar Mosque, 3.8 km from El Hussien Mosque and 4.7 km from Mosque of Ibn Tulun.

    Situated center of the city and really helpful good staff

    From US$62.23 per night
  • Cecilia Hostel
    Central location
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,109 reviews

    Located in the heart of Cairo, this hostel is 10 minutes’ walk from the Egyptian Museum and the Nile. It has a terrace and rooms with a balcony. Free Wi-Fi is available.

    Wonderful and kind staff! Also the balcony is great.

    From US$20.87 per night
  • Osiris Hotel Cairo
    Central location
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 492 reviews

    Located in Downtown Cairo, Osiris Hotel is just a 500 metres walk from the Egyptian Museum. It offers free Wi-Fi in public areas and a roof-top terrace that offers views of downtown Cairo.

    Nice location and very helping and friendly staff.

    From US$31.30 per night
  • Lucky Hostel
    Central location
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 389 reviews

    Set in Cairo, 1.1 km from Tahrir Square, Lucky Hostel provides accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking and a bar.

    Clean, very nice staff, great location, spacious room

    From US$35.65 per night
  • Nour Hostel
    Central location
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 696 reviews

    Perfectly situated in the heart of Cairo, Brothers Hostel offers affordable accommodation with free Wi-Fi. All rooms at Brothers Hostel are air conditioned and the front desk is open 24-hrs.

    Everything was perfect...location, staff, price...coming again!!!

    From US$31.05 per night
  • The Australian Hostel
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 485 reviews

    Located in the heart of downtown Cairo, The Australian Hostel is a 10-minute walk from the Egyptian Museum and 15 minutes' walk from the bus station.

    Lovely room, clean bathroom,a good basic place to stay.

    From US$46.37 per night
  • Berlin Hotel
    Central location
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 495 reviews

    Located in Cairo Downtown, Berlin Hotel offers air-conditioned rooms with private balconies.Nearby shopping restaurants and coffee shops are within a walking distance.

    Such kind people at this hotel! And ideal location

    From US$39.16 per night
  • New Midtown
    Central location
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 878 reviews

    Located in Cairo, 1.1 km from Tahrir Square, New Midtown provides accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    staff very helpful & friendly, breakfast was varied each morning

    From US$41.40 per night
  • Tourist palace
    Central location
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 42 reviews

    Set within 1.1 km of Tahrir Square and 2.3 km of Al-Azhar Mosque, Tourist palace features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Cairo.

    Gentillesse du personnel Chambre spacieuse et propre

    From US$87.09 per night
  • Isis Hostel 2
    Central location
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 108 reviews

    Located a short walk from the Egyptian Museum, Isis Hotel 2 is nestled in the heart of downtown Cairo. It offers free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Nasser Metro Station is 400 metres away.

    Very Centrally located. Easy to get  Everywhere

    From US$28.31 per night
  • Sufi's Nights
    Central location
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 123 reviews

    Boasting a shared lounge, Sufi's Nights offers accommodation in Cairo, 1.3 km from Tahrir Square and 2.3 km from Al-Azhar Mosque.

    Every thing was so perfect thanks you guys for all of this

    From US$55.73 per night

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  • Horus Guest House Pyramids View
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,668 reviews

    Horus Guest House is a 2-minute walk from the entrance of Great Pyramids Of Giza and Sphinx. The guest house is 12 km from Mosque of Ibn Tulun. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property.

    People are really nice and helping , view amazing

    From US$42.84 per night
  • 4 Pyramids inn
    No credit card needed
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 18 reviews

    Located in Cairo and within less than 1 km of Great Sphinx, 4 Pyramids inn features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    Habitacion moderna, con aire muy buena y economica

    From US$12.65 per night
  • Panorama New City
    No credit card needed
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 103 reviews

    Situated within 300 metres of Tahrir Square and 600 metres of The Egyptian Museum, Panorama New City features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Cairo.

    Clean and confortable place. The balcony gives a great view!

    From US$25.88 per night
  • Elite Grand City
    No credit card needed
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 142 reviews

    Located within 300 metres of Tahrir Square and 800 metres of The Egyptian Museum, Elite Grand City provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Cairo.

    you can go on foot to old egyptian museum the staff

    From US$25.88 per night
  • Rotana Palace Suites
    No credit card needed
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 262 reviews

    Rotana Palace Suites is set in Cairo, within 3.2 km of Mosque of Ibn Tulun and 3.8 km of El Hussien Mosque.

    الرسيبشن متعاونين جداً ومحبين لعملهم ومحترمون جداً

    From US$36.23 per night
  • Palace Court
    No credit card needed
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 194 reviews

    Located in Cairo, within less than 1 km of Tahrir Square and a 11-minute walk of The Egyptian Museum, Palace Court offers a terrace.

    The room the central location the staff the balcony

    From US$35.19 per night
  • happy life hostel
    No credit card needed
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 348 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, happy life hostel is set in Cairo, 1.5 km from Tahrir Square.

    الموقع ممتاذ المكان نظيف جدا ومرتب الاستقبال رائع

    From US$11.50 per night
  • grand agata hostel
    No credit card needed
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 643 reviews

    Boasting a shared lounge, casino and views of city, grand agata hostel is situated in Cairo, 1.8 km from Tahrir Square.

    It was so quiet and good place Thank you so much 🥰

    From US$9.66 per night

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Hostels that guests love in Cairo

  • Avg. price/night: US$36.80
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4 reviews
    Quiet, clean room in a great location downtown. Friendly staff who were happy to help with anything we needed. Great quality for the price. Best hostel we've stayed in in Cairo. We'll definitely stay here next time we visit!
    Lauren
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$54.34
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 420 reviews
    The hostel is conveniently located in the city center of Cairo. There are restaurants and hidden cafes nearby which made it appealing for me. My small private room was cute with a comfortable bed, AC, bathroom and perfect for a night stay. In addition, the hostel offers dormitory rooms for solo travelers. I felt very safe when walking in the area alone. The staff was friendly, kind, and helpful. Thank you for letting me use the washer.
    idamacela
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$20.61
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 652 reviews
    After reading some horror stories about budget hotels / hostels of Cairo I didn't know what to expect, but the Freedom Hostel turned out great. Awesome staff, great location, comfy beds, cleanliness, good breakfast.
    LinasKK
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$38
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 151 reviews
    Quit room and everything around restaurant caffe sweets shop with cheap price street never sleep you can walk around the hostel 24 hours in the safe place with helpful staff (friends ) 24h reception working for help and smile
    Yoshihide
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$38
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 151 reviews
    I need new Chinese friend a lot out of my country and also friend from different country they do the best to help me to get best offers and cheapest prices Hostel offer got room with good price for food and services eslam help me to fell safe and comfortable stay
    JIALI
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$50.88
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,449 reviews
    Great location, very clean, best breakfast and the best hostel beds!
    Mira
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$16.16
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 112 reviews
    Really nice staff. The hotel feels safe even if the area isn’t the best. Recommends for a budget friendly option hostel.
    Pilorge
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$20.87
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,109 reviews
    George, Antoni and all the staff were so helpful and friendly Great location and even though it's very central there wasn't too much noise from the traffic. Really nice vibe in the hostel. Would recommend as a cheap but decent spot to stay in Cairo.
    Emily
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$154.75
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 11,567 reviews
    Great location. The hotel is an oasis in the centre of Cairo, where we can be comfortable and safe, avoiding the noise of the city. Really clean and great staff. The breakfast buffet was excellent. Very cheap massages.
    RubenSantos
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: US$56
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 133 reviews
    Great location for walking to the Pyramids and the view from the room/reception was really nice. A bit of a way from Cairo centre but Ubers are cheap and convenient. Room was great, breakfast too. The owner and his wife were both lovely. Very good value for money. Surrounding area/building might not look great but we felt safe walking around there.
    David
    Young couple
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