Nubian King

Traditional Nubian home with stunning views and super host ! Simple and authentic.

Pros: Great location with stunning views from the rooftop on the Nile and Aga khan mausoleum. Very peaceful. Oussama is a very kind and cheerful host. He makes you feel welcomed and pampered in a simple and authentic way. He arranged 2 excursions for us to Abu Simbel an Philae and a boat ride to Kitchener island at a reasonable price after negotiations on the phone prior to our stay. He made sure that we were comfortable and happy at all times. \

Cons: The bathrooms are very small and basic with the shower above the toilet as shown on the photos, so no surprise. It can get a little noisy with the island filtering station next door but fortunately it goes off at night. We would have liked more time to discover the island with Oussama.

Pros: Great discovery in the lovely Aswan, felt welcomed and secure, if you want to recharge your batteries, enjoy exceptional views of the Nile and get a side of inner peace, this is the place to be. The host is exceptional and will take the time to explain anything you need help with on the area, plus share the historical facts and story of the Nubians, my only regret is I didn't book for a longer stay!!! Everything is as per the description, only advice is to pack light and avoid having a big suitcase as more difficult to manage, keep on mind the guest house is on the island and while walking is fine, you don't have adapted grounds to drag luggage. Given the chance to visit Aswan back, I'll book here directly without second thought and for an extended time.

Pros: Osama is the best person in Aswan! He helped us a lot with the food, where to go, organizing the trip to Abu Simbel, taking a felucca ride and took us with his boat to the Nubian village! Extremely hospitable! He is truly the Nubian king!! The room is traditional Nubian, with a wonderful view of the Nile, very quiet, clean, hot water, air conditioned, wi-if and everything we needed was there!!! Thank you for everything Osama! If we come to Aswan again we will definitely stay there again! Magical place!! You are the best!!!

Good view, tasty food, friendly host

Pros: Perfect view, very friendly host, good wifi, delicious breakfast. Host offered his guide service with boat around island and showed island on foot.

Cons: At the begging it was hard to find property, it is better to put some signs or to write host before arriving he will explain how to go.

Stunning views across the river to desert beyond

Pros: Great location at quiet end of the island with stunning balcony views, comfortable bench seat. The room was well thought through in terms of storage, reading lights, comfortable bed. Attractive curve roof design. Osama the owner was very welcoming and helpful.

Cons: Great to have a small kitchen available but could do with some organisation/cleaning. Bathroom could have been cleaned better. Waterwork treatment plant adjacent , so some noise, but you soon get used to this.

Pros: Very friendly and welcoming host, who showed us around elephantine island - including taking us to a delicious Nubian restaurant and pointed out the different vegetations in the farms as we walked through the villages. The room was clean and you can choose to have a home made breakfast, which was excellent! Would recommend this guesthouse, it faces the west bank, which is much more quaint. Wish we stayed longer!

Pros: Hotel with good location and super wiev! The best value for money who is not afraid to be ascetic. Very fast WiFi!

Wonderful host and great views of the Nile

Pros: Great location on the Elefantine Island. Amazing views of the Nile, great for bird watching. Osama is a wonderful host. Extremely friendly and warm person keen to make our stay amazing. He took us out in his boat to see Kitchener Island, saw loads of kingfishers, sailed down to the swimming beach and jumped in the Nile. Would highly recommend going out on the boat during your stay with Osama. He also helped us arrange our journey on from Aswan which was very helpful.

Cons: As it is opposite side of the island to the ferry it’s a bit of a walk with the bags. We enjoyed walking through all the local houses on Elafantine but It might be a challenge if you require easy access. However I’m sure if you spoke to Osama in advance he would help you out!

Pros: Osama is very friendly and helpful, he picked us up at the ferry station. He will pay attention to every one of your needs. The place offers a beautiful view on the west bank.

Cons: The hotel is located on the opposite side of the island. It's a walking distance but it can get tricky if you have a heavy suitcase as you can't really roll it on the earthy path. A quick boat ride from the ferry station will make it easier. It can get a little loud as the island water filtering station is next door, but it luckily goes off at night.

Traditional, nubian vibes in harmony with awesome nile view!

Pros: Very beautiful roof top and location! The owner family is very kind and helpful. More than 180° Nile view for breakfast and anytime you want to relax outside your room - and enjoy the tea!

Cons: Shower is adventurous. You wouldn't find the way to the guest house on your own - but the owner is always available by phone and will pick you up from the ferry anyway 👍