Wonderful location, wonderful staff and wonderful food - the staff at the lodge could not have been more friendly nor more helpful

Stayed in May 2025

As reservations are confirmed early, it may be difficult to be flexible.

The owner and all the staff are kind like family. Even if you don't have a set plan, they will help you. There were no problems with the facilities.

Stayed in February 2025

Nubian charm, courteous staff, room was sufficiently large, and delicious dinner.

Stayed in January 2025

Nothing

Interesting building, good room, very nice staff.

Stayed in January 2025

Breakfast was average. All edible but bread was average and so was everything else. I asked for eggs cooked with oil (can't handle butter) but they were drenched in butter. The Eco lodge is growing... bus tour having lunch there when we arrived.

The new rooms are very neat and tidy, have good bathrooms and a view of the lake from the front terrace. We were in the last room (room 5 or 6) which was very quiet and room was clean and bed was comfortable. We had dinner which was good but was expecting something special from all the reviews. They very were helpful in organising a car to take us to the aswan airport for 80 USD. Good price. The communication via email before we arrived was really good. Friendly staff.

Stayed in January 2025

Nothing we didn't like

Well situated lovely hotel within walking distance of the Temple

Stayed in January 2025

Everything was great. My only suggestion for improvement is to add a few freshly prepared items in the breakfast.

Our room was clean and traditionally designed, the staff was very friendly and the location was beautiful, right next to the lake. The hotel arranged our boat ride in the lake to catch sunrise at Abu Simbel temple and it was absolutely worth it.

Stayed in December 2024

The sheets and pillows are washed in lightly scented laundry soap, which some travelers may be sensitive to (such as breathing trouble for my family).

Peaceful location and very clean and charming.

Stayed in December 2024

Nothing really, the facilities are obviously not on par against hotels in Cairo or Luxor, but when compared to other hotels in Abu Simbel, it is definitely top notch, and the Nubian vibe is very interesting and unique

One the best accommodation we have stayed Egypt, absolutely amazing hospitality, 1000/100, you can’t imagine how passionate and helpful the staffs are, they probably are the best people we met in Egypt. Food is amazing, the breakfast is super fancy but very delicious. They sell tickets for the light show at the exact same price with the Abu Simbel Temple ticket office, and they can help arrange drivers to drive to drive guest from hotel to the temple and literally wait for them there after they finish and come out, with only 500 EGP! They driver is the single best driver we ever had in our 12 days Egypt trip, no joke, he is fluent in English and is very helpful, taking us to amazing local restaurants and explaining everything we saw on the way. I got scammed by the local hospital, where I had a rabies vaccine (another sad story) for 180 USD which is absurd, and on the receipt it says I had intensive care which is completely untrue and the hotel owner really helped me, by telling us what does the Arabic on the receipt says, and suggest us how to seek for support, such as visiting the tourism police, and we end up getting half of the money back. When we left, we even got an offer from the hotel where we had a private mini bus that takes us to Aswan for only 40 USD which is amazing price, even costing less than even a sedan on inDrive

Stayed in December 2024

Food has a plenty room to improve.

The lodge is located by the bank of Nile River and offers clean and nice facilities and close to airport and Abu Simbel temple. Serag el din , the front office manager was super nice and kind and we were enjoying his company for a sunset water tour. He even prepared free water and snacks for our trip back to Aswan. Thank you, Serag. I’ll come back to visit someday with my family.

Stayed in October 2024

This hotel is an absolute gem in Abu Simbel. The staff is incredible, and the food is excellent. They went above and beyond to accommodate my wife and me, arranging a taxi for our visits to the temples. Additionally, when I requested a transfer to Luxor, a six-hour drive, they didn’t just provide a driver; a member of their staff accompanied us to ensure everything went smoothly during the long trip. I was truly speechless at their kindness. I hope Bkar arrived home safe and sound, as they mentioned they would be driving back another six hours on the same day. What wonderful people they are!

Stayed in December 2024

This was the best hotel experience I had in Egypt. I was really worth spending a night in Abu Simbel! The lodge is beautiful and located on the banks of the Nile. The staff was very helpful and served us excellent food. It was also easy to communicate with them before our stay to arrange transport etc.

Stayed in November 2024

a little too rustic

food was great ! everyone was very welcoming

Stayed in December 2024

Beautiful terrasse and very cozy room. The staff was super friendly and the food was good!

Stayed in November 2024

The wifi didn’t work in the bedroom. Prices for food are in the high range compared to the rest of the country.

The lodge is typically decorated in the Nubian style; this is a very lovely place with beautiful nature surrounding. The staff is very warm and welcoming. You need a ride to get to the temples; otherwise it is a good 30 mins walk.

Stayed in November 2024

Not enough hot water for shower.

The place is really special and we have a wonderful time at here!

Stayed in November 2024

Showed signs of being under construction

Charming

Stayed in October 2024

Very clean. The staff very serviceable, kind and respectful. Always taking care about own comfort

Stayed in October 2024

Hotel staff were so friendly and welcoming

Stayed in September 2024

The place was magical, and the owner and his son were really welcoming. The room was comfortable, clean, and had everything we needed. We had lunch and dinner there, and the food was amazing as well. Totally recommended.

Stayed in September 2024

The staff were very welcoming and couldn't do more for you if they tried. The service was fantastic, the food was yummy, the accommodation was unique and comfortable and our room was air-conditioned. If we are ever back in the area, we will definitely stay here again

Stayed in August 2024

Eskaleh eco lodge is a beautiful peaceful place just next to a quiet green corner of the lake and walking distance to Abu Simbel temple. The entire team together with one of the owners and family there is very helpful, kind and knowledgeable and made me feel like I was part of the family. The dinner on the terrace overlooking the green and water was amazing and I had one of the best fish curries I ever had. My room was very comfortable in a traditional building but with good ac and my own little terrace and his WiFi. There are plenty of spaces inside and outside inviting you to relax or socialise. I was very sad to leave .

Stayed in June 2024

Breakfast was a bit underwhelming

Rooms were lovely and clean, quiet location and helpful staff.

Stayed in April 2024

Breakfast and dinner were mediocre. WiFi didn't work for us despite several attempts with the owner's son (that's why it's important to get a local SIM card at arrival in Egypt). The lake could get rough for the sunrise boat tour (flat bottom boats are not meant for rough waters) and they don't warn you.

Family run hotel and everyone was friendly and professional. We got to chat with the owner and his children and they were very helpful. The entire premise was big and well kept, our room was spacious, quiet and clean. The owner spent many years living in Switzerland and France, and we believe due to this experience, the deco and finishing of the hotel and rooms were of higher standards than other similar lodgings in Upper Egypt. We went for the Sunrise Boat Cruise towards the Abu Simbel temple and was lovely. In our opinion, it's worth to stay 1 night in Abu Simbel, take it easy go to the temple after 3pm when there's nobody, instead of doing the day-trip by bus from Aswan, which starts at 3:30am, and share the temple with hundreds of other tourists.

Stayed in March 2024