We had the privilege the stay in this lovely guest house - perfectly located in a tranquil area, within walking distance from the Gadara sight. It is a well-equiped, nicely decorated, charming small house with a beautiful garden overlooking the village and the hills around. The breakfast was also delicious. But no experience in Umm Qais is complete without Ahmad's highly professional guidance - he is well-known to be the best guide in the area, and there is a reason for his reputation. In a very reasonable arrangement, we have not only managed to learn the formal history of the area but also gained insights from someone who actually used to live in the site and later also participated in the preservation efforts. Our stay and the short morning tour with Ahmad in the site was truly a highlight of our entire trip in Jordan.

Stayed in May 2025

Lovely peaceful place

Stayed in January 2025

Ahmed is Just an excellent Host and we enjoyed our stay to the max

Stayed in August 2024

The place would be perfect if Ahmed fixes the water in the shower.

Ahmed was a great host and offered us a lot of useful information. The breakfast was amazing.

Stayed in August 2024

Shower pressure not the best

The bed is very comfortable, host is very knowledgeable and friendly.

Stayed in July 2024

The owner Ahmed is very friendly, well-educated and the best host we can imagine. Jamila prepares a delicious breakfast.

Stayed in October 2023

Verry well located in a calm street with easy park possibilities. You are 2 minutes away by car = 12 minutes by foot from the archeological site. Verry welcomming hosts and sharing a meal with them was one of the best experience we had in Jordan!

Stayed in October 2023

Very friendly and helpful Landlady and Staff, good Dinner.

Stayed in May 2023

The village and therefore this accommodation is a little away from the ruins....maybe 15-20 min walk A few things you may not get told by the host ... like the Wi-Fi password is on the LED of the small router in the lounge and make sure all windows are closed at dusk to stop mosquitos getting in....otherwise you'll have to hunt them down throughout the house!

Immaculately ckean. Great attention to detail. Lots of tourist info. Drinking water provided to save plastic. Air con. Amazing breakfast. Nice linen

Stayed in May 2023

There was nothing for disliking....

Owner is very well behaved...he made tea for us by himself....we got warm welcome by his daughter which was very much cordial....we asked for home made food and he cooked for maklouba and beef cofta and he dined with us also which was a very good expereince we ever had.......Overall experience was very good....we recommend this homestay/ hotel for staying at Umm qais....Thank you Ahmed for great hoapitality..

Stayed in May 2023

Superlative hospitality !! Excellent home-stay arrangement. Wonderful bed mattress. Touch of personal attention by the host.

Stayed in May 2023

The hot water tank is a bit small for four persons.

Very cute and clean little house. It was perfect for our family and we enjoyed having the whole place for ourselves. We were welcomed with tea by the lovely Jameelah. We enjoyed the breakfast very much, as unlike in most hotels in Jordan, products were very fresh, and locally or homemade. The owner Ahmad was very responsive and helpful, he made sure everything was good for us. And we recommend visiting the archeological site with him, he is an excellent guide !

Stayed in April 2023

The guesthouse of Ahmad is cosy, simple and very clean. The breakfast was delicous and prepared with lots of love. Ahmad is super helpful, knows everything about the region and can give good advice about what to do and where to hike. I really enjoyed my stay in Beit Philodemus and can really recommend it.

Stayed in March 2023

Ahmad was excellent very friendly and informative As a local and national guide he is very informed Helped us to find the best locations and views to paint

Stayed in February 2023

The weather!

The breakfast was excellent as was dinner. The owner of very knowledgable about Gadara and other sites throughout Jordan and most helpful

Stayed in February 2023

Nothing.

Breakfast was beautiful, overlooking olive trees! Umm Qais is full of history in outstanding countryside.

Stayed in April 2024

The only aspect to improve is the possibility to pay by other means than cash payment. Credit card payment would be definitely a plus.

Philodemus is a small house with a beautiful garden. The bedroom we slept in is big, confortable and absolutely clean. The house includes also two bathrooms (both outside the rooms), a kitchen and a nice, bright living room, where abundant, traditional breakfast is served. The neighbourhood, made mainly of two floor-houses, is quiet, characterized by the presence of many plants and olive trees. We had only a one-night stay but Ahmad managed to make it a special part of our travelling in Jordan. In fact, he proposed us to have dinner with a local family, which revealed itself as a great experience both culinary and cultural. Do not refrain from Ahmad's help: beyond being a touristic guide, he is a fantastic host, full of resources and suggestions.

Stayed in April 2023

A small dustbin in the sleepingroom would be nice. Also a second small table beside the bed. The Rest was perfect!

Friendly and helpful owner, delicious breakfast, Friendly houskeeper

Stayed in February 2023

Ahmad is a local guide and a super kind person. He's super available and truly special. The place was cozy and super clean, really enjoyed that! 100% recommended, worth the price.

Stayed in March 2023

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Stayed in April 2024

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Stayed in September 2023

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Stayed in July 2023

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Stayed in April 2023

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Stayed in April 2023