Review Score
Based on 623 hostel reviews
8.3Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
8.1
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Comfort
7.9
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Location
7.8
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Facilities
7.8
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Staff
9.0
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Value for money
9.1
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Free Wifi
7.6
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Reviewed: October 9, 2023
Jose
United States20 Reviews2 helpful votes9.0“The hospitality and honesty was amazing - actually treating you like a human guest.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The internet upload speeds were very slow - very difficult to post videos to social media. No AC in the room, but I knew that coming in.
I loved how David was so helpful to foreigners. He treated us like his actual guests - letting us know of the actual local prices and helping us find the best deals in the most honest way possible. He would go the extra mile to make sure we got on the right mini bus and the taxi was taking us to the correct place. I would come back to his hostel for this hospitality alone.
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: October 1, 2023
Ayla
Egypt1 review7.0“A good deal for what you pay for”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The rooms are kinda not that great, bed was squeaky, room is extremely small and the bathroom had no soap.
David was extremely hospitable and they arranged good trips for me for a fair amount of money.
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: October 1, 2023
Laurence
Belgium13 Reviews4 helpful votes8.0“Nice and cheap!✨”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Economy Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nice place with David taking good good care of its guest. Giving advices and nice city tour. I recommend it!
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: September 17, 2023
Vipul
India2 Reviews7.0“Good value for money place”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Bathroom is too small and the fan was noisy. Mattress could have been more comfortable. Size of the room was a bit small. However, it was good value for money. It's not a five star hotel but as David mentions it's a five hearts place.
The warm hospitality from David. Seamless experience of visiting Abu Simbel. Value for money.
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: September 6, 2023
Diego
Qatar6 Reviews9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It's a hostal, don't expect luxorios.
Mr David is the best Aswan host by far away. He help me with the best ways to move to the different temples like Kom Ombo, Philae, Delfus. Also you can book with him tour trips to Abu Simbel.
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: August 10, 2023
Magdalena
Canada36 Reviews8 helpful votes8.0“I woul stay there again if back to Aswan one day.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I was so happy to find something so affordable last minute in Aswan. I was pleased with friendliness and how helpful the young man at the reception was when he arrived late in the evening. Also his care about our “take out” breakfast when we were leaving so early in the morning to go to Abu Simble for a day trip. A lot of privacy where the room was. Lots of space in the whole area of the building.
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: July 29, 2023
Andrés
Spain16 Reviews3 helpful votes9.0“Great convenient and well organised”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It’s a bit far from downtown but plenty of shops and places to eat around, and much cheaper
Attention by the owner. Managed most of my tours and provided lots of good information. Packed breakfast when travelling early.
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: July 22, 2023
Graells
Spain1 review9.0“Very nice place to stay if you want to save money, they are so kind.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Budget Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Room a little hot.
Personal is very kind and helpful.
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: June 24, 2023
Matthew
Canada4 Reviews9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
David was a wonderful host, who was super helpful and responsive. The Abu Simbel tour organized via David was spectacular. The value for money of this hostel is amazing, clean rooms and washrooms.
Stayed in June 2023
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Reviewed: June 12, 2023
Mohamed
Egypt20 Reviews7 helpful votes8.0Very Good- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Economy Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Very friendly persons
Stayed in June 2023
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Reviewed: June 11, 2023
Ana
Netherlands52 Reviews15 helpful votes7.0“Good value for money!!!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I do not have much to complain because again, it is a cheap place. We had a situation with the water and they offered alternatives.
The hotel is quite cheap, so, you get what you paid for. The staff is friendly and helpful. The location is relatively good, not in the center but kind of half way to Marina and the center. The room is small and has a private bathroom which is good. They offer breakfast, but, again, don’t expect much because of the hotel price. For the tour to Abu Simbel that you have to be up early (4:00 am)they give you the prep breakfast. There are many local shops around were you do groceries as a local!!! We did not see good restaurants around, so, we are street food. David was always available to help.
Stayed in June 2023
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Reviewed: June 9, 2023
Bonita
United Kingdom20 Reviews9.0“Simple hostel with lots of personality from the owner!”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It was all good for me!
Simple hostel but clean and with the best host..David really goes over and beyond to help you.
Stayed in May 2023
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Reviewed: June 8, 2023
Min
United States11 Reviews1 helpful vote9.0“I was happy to stay here”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Economy Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I don’t like that you are locked in without a way to exit in case of an emergency.
how helpful and clear about direction the staff was. very knowledgeable
Stayed in June 2023
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Reviewed: June 4, 2023
Hannah
Australia2 Reviews9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Economy Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
Very convenient and easy, welcoming and very helpful hosts
Stayed in June 2023
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Reviewed: May 17, 2023
Samantha
United Kingdom11 Reviews3 helpful votes8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Economy Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Budget friendly family run helpful and kind people Recomened for an authentic stay.
Stayed in May 2023
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Reviewed: May 17, 2023
Farah
France30 Reviews4 helpful votes7.0“good for short stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Economy Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
the facilities were a bit old
Good location
Stayed in May 2023
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Reviewed: May 15, 2023
Liseth
Hungary55 Reviews8 helpful votes9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Economy Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Wifi doesn’t work really well
David was very kind. We woke up at 4 am to go to abu simbel and he was waiting us with the breakfast to go. He gave us information about transportation as well. The place very quiet, it has a common kitchen and shared toilet.
Stayed in May 2023
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Reviewed: May 11, 2023
Writer
Egypt6 Reviews1 helpful vote9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The only thing that bothered me is that I couldn't sleep at night because of the broken electronic wall fan made a click noise every 10 seconds and prevented me from sleep🥲
The staff and owner are very nice plus you get breakfast for free! For this price absolutely amazing!
Stayed in May 2023
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Reviewed: May 10, 2023
Ahmed
Egypt7 Reviews8.0Very Good- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
the Egyptian people must be to pay for Egyptian Currency
Stayed in May 2023
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Reviewed: May 4, 2023
Ieva
United Kingdom13 Reviews1 helpful vote8.0“Great value for money”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Economy Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Lovely helpful staff, great value for money, room clean and spacious.
Stayed in May 2023
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Reviewed: May 1, 2023
Samia
Bangladesh5 Reviews4 helpful votes9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Economy Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The owner is very friendly and helpful.
Stayed in April 2023
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Reviewed: April 10, 2023
Naomi
Canada1 review8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The common space/living room could be more inviting and would be closed sometimes- it would be nice to have communal space to meet fellow travelers.
David and his wife were amazing hosts- always ready to help! Basic breakfast was included in the courtyard, and it was a nice way to meet other guests.
Stayed in February 2023
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Reviewed: April 7, 2023
Villanueva
United States4 Reviews1 helpful vote8.0“Its a wonderful place to stay!”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
Breakfast wasn't tasty.
David is a great host and a great person to help you plan your stay or potential things to do. He is a man of integrity and will be an encouragement to speak with about life and travel.
Stayed in April 2023
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Reviewed: April 1, 2023
Essam
Egypt65 Reviews18 helpful votes8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Economy Double Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
it is an appartement.it is easy to go to aswan by mini bus 8 min walk then take minobus
Stayed in March 2023
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Reviewed: March 31, 2023
Kevin
United States18 Reviews10 helpful votes9.0“Gracious hosts, comfortable stay, good value”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Economy Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
It was my second trip to Egypt so I wasn't fazed, but be aware that if you arrive at night the road to access the place may appear a little sketchy. No big deal, just get a cheap Uber right to the door if this gives you more peace of mind.
David and his family are great hosts, helping with all sorts of info on local attractions. They will booko you on any local tour, but even better will give you advice on how to visit sites independently. Room was spacious with comfortable bed. Secure facility.
Stayed in February 2023
