The Magic of Luxor private studio apartment on the rooftop

Perfect stay in Luxor

Pros: I had a perfect stay at Mahmoud apartment. The place has one of the nicest terraces I've seen in Egypt, with a beautiful view over the Nile and Luxor Temple as well as the mountains. The apartment is completely isolated and private and at the same time you are at a five minutes walking distance from the ferry departure. It had an excellent working shower, hot water, a bath, a small kitchen and air conditioning working perfectly well.

Cons: If you have a moving disability, be aware it's 4 floors by stairs, which I didn't mind.

360° Magical Rooftopping!

Pros: Truth be told, the 360 degrees rooftop view (5th floor) is the best I ever had in Luxor, West Bank. On one side you can enjoy a view on the East Bank, The Nile, with his magnificent sailing boats, the West Bank and Luxor temple (illuminated at night). On the other side you have a magnificent view over the mountains (also illuminated) in the direction of the Colossi of Memnon. You can even get a glimpse of The Temple of Hatsjepsoet if you look closely. The rooftop is equipped with chairs, tables, lounge banks and table. It also has a sink. This is all covered with a shelter from the sun and a ventilator. The studio (and the rooftop), kitchen and bathroom were extremely clean wich is always nice when you arrive. The owner and his family were very warm, helpfull and welcoming. They also can provide extra services if needed, such as sightseeing tours, local tours, local food, balloon rides, guiding, ... .

Cons: The kitchen was equipped very poorly. 1 little old pan with a semi-detached handle and a hole in it (dangerous). The terras could use some plants :)

The Magic is the views, and immersing yourself into the local people's lifestyle.

Pros: The hosts, Dr Mohmed and his lovely wife are helpful and responsive. She brought all the items I asked for, for example, a hairdryer, on request. They are happy to get you involved in their family activities, if you wish it. If you want any historic tours you can easily arrange with Dr Mohmed and he can be your driver too. The views from the roof terrace are stunning.

Cons: The apartment is comfortable enough, slowly being refurbished to raise the standard. The bathroom shower attachments need attention, but I got by with the bath tub. Please put a bathmat on the floor as the tiles are terribly slippery. Only minor tweaks could improve my experience. A full long mirror would be advantageous for dressing, and hanging space with coat-hangers in the main wardrobe. Other facilities, the amazing environment and location made up for this lack. You can certainly enjoy a feel of the local culture walking to and from the apartment.

Pros: Everything was great. The view was absolutely stunning and the flat very nice. We had a lovely stay hear and we recommend it

Pros: Amazing location next to the ferry boat stop to East bank. Rooftop apartment with the best views on the Nile. We enjoyed relaxing here after full day of sightseeing and exploring. All facilities in walking distance such as shops, restaurants, cafés. Very easy to get to the sightseeing spots which are mostly located on westbank side. We used inDrive (like Uber) to get around Luxor and it was very convenient and cheap to use. Host family was very nice and hospitable. As our train back to Cairo was only at night we were allowed to check out later in the day. Definitely come back. Until next time :)

Nice apartment with terrace with a spectacular view on the Nile

Pros: An entire apartment on rooftop of a tall building with 2 large beds, big fridge, kitchen, big bathroom, aircondition and a very spacious space where one can sit and admire from above the dawn on the Nile. The owner is a professor in egyptology and if you need, he can also be your guide for visiting various archeological sites. He and his wife and children will receive you gladly in their apartment for a talk and a cup of tea

Cons: Nothing. I was happy being there.

Great Nile view and location

Pros: The apartment is located on west bank of Nile river and the view is amazing especially at night time when the lights of Luxor temple is on. Location is good, it's easy to get to Hatshepsut temple and the Valley of the Kings, and it's close to ferry to the city center. We are grateful to Mahmoud and his family for hospitality and comfort, the apartment has all facilities and when we wanted something else he was always ready to help. Special thanks for organising the tour to Abu Simbel. We enjoyed every moment in this apartment and we wish all the best for owner and his lovely family.

Cons: Nothing to say, everything was great.

Hermosa experiencia

Pros: La estadía maravillosa con una vista hermosa al nilo el anfitrión al Sr. mahmoud es una persona maravillosa que te ayuda con todo lo que necesites recorridos tours todo lo que necesitas lo encuentra con el. Además es súper amable y cordial bonita experiencia en este lugar unas vacaciones inolvidable 🙃

Cons: Nada