Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 102 reviews.
Sarah
United States · Couple · November 2026
“A great stay!”
+This is a wonderful place to stay on Elephantine Island. We only were able to stay one night, but if we were to return to the island, we would stay again. The room was very comfortable and spotlessly clean. Marta and Osama were such kind hosts. Delicious breakfast and pizza made by Marta, who is Italian. Their sweet dog Kiki and lots of adorable cats and kittens were icing on the cake. The guesthouse has a private dock - you can take a boat from there to any sites you're interested in seeing, or walk over and take the very cheap ferry. I highly recommend this guesthouse!
−Nothing - it was great!
Ian
United Kingdom · Couple · October 2026
+This is an absolute gem. A traditional Nubian house with the most wonderful , engaging and helpful hosts, Osama and Marta. The view over the Nile to the botanic gardens on Kitcheners Island and the Western Sahara behind is something we will never forget.. We were only able to stay 2 nights and left wishing we could have stayed longer. Elephantine Island has so much to offer, you can truly experience the Nubian way of life.
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Roberta
Canada · Group of friends · October 2026
“Beautiful Accommodation and Wonderful Hosts”
+Lovely 2 bedroom apartment in a Nubian style home on Elephantine island, overlooking the Nile and feluccas, the lush botanical garden island... and the beautiful sunset! We felt completely immersed in the Nubian culture as you can easily wander through the little paths exploring the entire small island. Osama and Marta were wonderful hosts! Osama was born on the island so everyone knows him. We were served very good included typical Egyptian breakfasts on the rooftop (bread, yogourt, tomato, cucumber, foul, omelette), and Marta prepared very good inexpensive Italian (she’s Italian!) or Egyptian dinners from a menu if you wanted to eat there. I would highly recommend staying on the peaceful west side of the island… and at Nubian Lotus! ❤️
−Loved everything!
Guido-B-81
Belgium · Solo · May 2026
“Ideal place to stay for a few days on Elephantine Island !”
+Beautiful location on the banks of the Nile. Not far from the public ferry and close to some lovely little restaurants. Very helpful owners: early ferry and assistance with carrying luggage to the ferry. Perfect for anyone wanting to stay on Elephantine
Samantha
Denmark · Couple · May 2026
“Ready to move here”
+Marta and Osama are both super sweet, interesting, and caring hosts. They have several animals - a lovely old black dog and a whole bunch of cats - who are all adorable. Their garden opens out onto the Nile, where you can go for a swim. They offer you to borrow their kayaks. They have two levels of roof deck to enjoy a cold drink and soak up the sun. They serve alcoholic beers. They offer homemade Italian and Egyptian dishes, but you have to order in advance. The room had a guide for all useful information for our stay and restaurants, monuments, etc. in the local area. Wifi worked fine. You must pay for the room and any food/drinks in cash. They accept USD and EGP. Room has a fan and AC and a fridge with water bottles in it.
Selina
Netherlands · Family · May 2026
“Quiet, simple guesthouse away from the bustle of Aswan on Elephantine Island”
+On the charming and quiet Elephantine island, this guesthouse is a a joy. Owners are so gentle and kind, making us packed lunch for our last day and giving us tips on where to eat in town. Short ferry ride into town (5minute walk to the ferry on a dirt road so don’t bring wheely bags!) Beautiful view over the Botanical gardens at sunset. Rooms simple, Clean, comfortable.
−For those less mobile it’s hard to get to but that didn’t bother us.
Vjekica
Croatia · Solo · April 2026
“Beautiful place ran by the most lovely hosts, Marta and Omar. I cannot recommend Nubian Lotus much, their hosiptality an”
Merenptah
Belgium · Group of friends · April 2026
+Good-sized well equipped clean appartement, friendly hosts
Martine
Belgium · Couple · November 2026
“Rustig en aangenaam verblijf”
+De kamer en badkamer zijn eenvoudig, maar er is alles wat je nodig hebt: een goede douche, een proper toilet, een wasbak, een kleine ijskast en airconditioning die goed werkt. Alles was tiptop in orde. Vanuit het hotel wandel je zo naar het terrasje aan het water, waar je heerlijk rustig over de Nijl uitkijkt. Ook vanop het dakterras, waar je ontbijt, heb je een mooi zicht over het eiland. De eigenaars, Osama en Marta, zijn superlief, vriendelijk en heel behulpzaam. Ze regelden voor ons een privéovertocht midden in de nacht voor onze tocht naar Abu Simbel. We konden onze laatste ochtend ook gebruik maken van hun kajakken wat super tof was! Elephantine zelf is heerlijk om rond te struinen: geen verkeer, zandpaadjes tussen vrolijk geschilderde Nubische huizen en gezellige cafeetjes met zicht op de Nijl. Je gaat echt terug in de tijd!
−Er wordt enkel een Egyptisch ontbijt geserveerd, zonder keuze voor een westers alternatief. De Egyptische kaas was wel heel lekker! Gidsen regelen ze zelf niet, maar dat vonden wij geen probleem.
Andreas
France · Family · October 2026
“Oase der Ruhe und Freundlichkeit.”
+Wenn ich 12 Punkte vergeben könnte, würde ich. Die Lage ist herrlich, mit direktem Zugang zum Nil und einem tollen Blick. Nicht weit von der Stadt, aber ruhig auf der stadtabgewandten Seite der Insel Elephantine. Das Frühstück ist sehr gut und reichhaltig. Das beste aber ist die Stimmung, die die Betreiber verbreiten: freundlich-warmherzige, zugewandte Offenheit, gepaart mit sehr großer Hilfsbereitschaft. Das macht es insgesamt zu einem sehr angenehmen Ort.
−Dass wir nur Zeit für eine Übernachtung hatten.