All good.

The location was perfect, almost right to the Nile. 1 min walk and you have a little beach to swim in the Nile. Everything in our stay was good :)

Stayed in April 2025

There was nothing I didn't like:)

I loved that the hostel is remote and in a super quiet place. They have a menu and they can make special requests too, like vegetarian food in my case. The owner was very helpful and assisted organising a last minute boat trip on the Nile to the Nubian Village - which I highly recommend. I've done it with a motorboat, and it was magical. I wish I could have spent more days here.

Stayed in March 2025

Excellent location. Island chill away from bustle of Aswan. Roof terrace with view of river.

Stayed in March 2025

None

Absolutely fantastic

Stayed in March 2025

Needs mosquito net for bed.

Choose the Nile vote for brightest most airy room.

Stayed in March 2025

There is no problem except that the wifi does not work well on the terrace. But it works very well in the rooms.

While I was thinking of staying for 1-2 nights, the hostel was so good that I stayed for 1 week. Thank you for everything Seko.

Stayed in March 2025

Fabulous view from rooftop. Close to Nubia village. Good communication with Seko before arrival and helpful directions Owners are on site and very hands on. Place for Egypt is clean.

Stayed in March 2025

Nothing

There is a wonderful view from the terrace. The room, bathroom and kitchen are so clean. The hostel owner is extremely helpful and respectful. You can prepare your own breakfast, meal, tea and coffee in the shared kitchen. It is also an advantage that the hostel is on Elephantine, a quiet and beautiful island. Thank you very much for your hospitality. If I come to Aswan again, I know where I will stay.

Stayed in March 2025

The location is fantastic, offering a stunning view of the Nile. Moreover, it provides a peaceful retreat from the bustling and noisy streets of Aswan—a true haven of tranquility. Really great value for money

Stayed in March 2025

Not private bathroom, just a stall with a door and a lock in a large bathroom.

I think the location was wonderful, looking west over the Nile from Elephantine Island. Our host Seko was also excellent, he had good recommendations for activities and helped facilitate transportation whenever we needed. His staff were very nice as well and made sure we felt right at home.

Stayed in February 2025

The annoying flies.🙂

The view, of course. The quietness.

Stayed in February 2025

Wifi a bit weak, but that isn’t something you’ll miss.

Location, Comfortable beds, the food, welcoming staff and well organized activities at a very good price.

Stayed in February 2025

Wifi doesn't work at the terrace, but actually, that is not so bad because you can connect with people ! My mattress sagged on one side so I had to switch the position. Otherwise, my upper body would be lower than my legs 😅

The location is really nice. Great terrace view. We met really friendly travellers. Nice ambience. The owners are helpful with information. Standard basic, but for me, it was enough. Hot water in the shower. There is a kitchen for common use.

Stayed in January 2025

Not knowing sooner about this place. Would have escaped Cairo earlier!

The view from the hotel is GORGEOUS and the warm Nubian hospitality makes it even better. The island is beautiful in itself, so quiet compared to Cairo, which for people who like a slower rythm makes for an excellent place to recharge, which is even better by the terrace with the warm air coming in from the nile. Even taking tea is magical like this. Seko was always friendly and helpful with tours available, all at reasonable prices. The ferry at night makes for a comfortable, cheap and honestly beautiful commute with the Elephantine people, who are very kind. Perfect location and the hotel is worth every penny. Thank you Seko for your hospitality!

Stayed in January 2025

It’s just a very short stay so I can’t find anything that bothered me really.

The location is really tranquil on the little island and the view on the rooftop is epic. The staffs are quite friendly and helpful. It’s just relaxing to chill on the rooftop watching Nile river!

Stayed in January 2025

I did not like that they have only one bathroom for dorms.

The location in the Elephantine island is super amazing and the staff their were much helpful Ahmed and Neama. They have a such great hospitality.

Stayed in January 2025

The view was amazing, I could sit on the rooftop alol day! Seko was the best host, so helpful and accommodating to all our needs, helping us with drivers and boats. Also we really enjoyed the boat tour with his brother - highly recommend!!!

Stayed in January 2025

Because some houses in the surroundings still have wood-fired kitchens, sometimes you smell the smoke.

Seko was exceptionally kind to us. We had a huge delay in our flight and he sent his son to pick us up in the dock after midnight. Then, he helped us with a quick laundry that saved the rest of our trip. Regarding the place, it's recommended if you want to feel the experience of staying somehow in a typical Egyptian countryside village a few minutes away by ferry from a big city like Aswan. No cars, no motorcycles, no paved streets at Elephantine Island. So, better not to bring heavy luggage. The rooms are very simple and clean. A very interesting archeological area is close to the hostel.

Stayed in December 2024

Almost nothing. Its value for money.

Seko is a nice guy and very cooperative. The view is amazing. Setting on the roof and enjoying the magnificent view is what I liked most.

Stayed in December 2024

A great backpacker/budget option with an amazing view! While the rooms are basic, they are clean and comfortable enough. The view from the rooftop of this hostel was the best I have seen on Elephantine island, facing the Aga Khan Mausoleum and the sand dunes of the West Bank of the Nile. It is a perfect spot for sunrise and sunset, as the light on the dunes and the Nile is particularly beautiful at that time. In my opinion, it is the best location in Aswan: while Aswan is a big city with tall, ugly buildings and lots of noise, Elephantine Island is incredibly quiet and laid back. Unlike the Nubian Village which is a tourist trap full of touts and souvenir shops, Elephantine Island is still authentic and you can experience simple village life here (there are no souvenir shops or touts to bother you). The view is much more beautiful on the West side of the island, because the West side faces the sand dunes, while the East sides faces the buildings of Aswan. So I would absolutely recommend staying here if you want to enjoy the beauty of the Nile at a cheap price

Stayed in December 2024

A little challenging navigating to using Google maps but it was well signposted on arrival. The toilet seat was missing in the bathroom stall I was allocated.

Lovely and peaceful location overlooking the Nile. Clean facilities with good aircon in the dorm. Easy to book tours or transfers through the accommodation and a very responsive host.

Stayed in October 2024

Broken toilet seat

Nile view Helpful staff

Stayed in December 2024

The dorm room wasn’t for me— hot (nobody knew how to work the fan or AC the first night), lots of mosquitoes too. The toilet seat didn’t have an actual seat on it! The Wi-Fi is atrocious! You can’t do much more than send a WhatsApp message.

Let me start off by saying— the positive review is based on my experience booking a private room with private bathroom. I stayed in the dorm room one night and then switched to the private room for two more nights. The private room was really good. The comfy, bad, sufficient storage and hangers, and your own bathroom that could be accessed with a key and padlock. Mr. Seko was helpful, ready to send you a voice note on WhatsApp solving any problem or question you had. The other young guy and little girl were very polite and respectful as well. Location is quiet and peaceful. The room prices are also good value!

Stayed in November 2024

My mattress was very thin and a little uncomfortable. But fine for a 2 night stay.

Beautiful rooftop with great views. Friendly and helpful staff.

Stayed in November 2024