om abdallah guest house — Hotel in Elephantine Island

We stayed 6 nights at the Om Abdullah Guest House on Elephantine Island. During that time we were treated like family by Saif and his brother, Mohammed. The hospitality we received was fantastic, from cooking us breakfast and dinner to providing an endless supply of the most wonderful cold juices, taking care of our laundry and inviting us to his sister's home for the start of Ramadan.||The guest house is clean and comfortable, you can really make yourself at home here. Our room was spacious, the air con was effective and there was always hot water for a shower.||Elephantine Island is so peaceful, it seems so far away from the madness of Aswan.||If you are looking for an authentic experience this guesthouse is a must stay. We had some great conversations with Saif, he is a very interesting man and a true gentleman.||It is just few minutes walk from the ferry station. Saif will come to meet you so finding the place is not a problem.||We used Google Maps and didn't have any issues. Ferries run between the island every couple of minutes so it really isn't a problem to stay on Elephantine - I would recommend it if you like peace and quiet.||Saif organised a couple of take away meals for us and we also ate at a restaurant on the island, King Jamaica, which was excellent.||Saif also helped with taxis and a driver to take us sightseeing.||Highly...

We stayed 6 nights at the Om Abdullah Guest House on Elephantine Island. During that time we were treated like family by Saif and his brother, Mohammed. The hospitality we received was fantastic, from cooking us breakfast and dinner to providing an endless supply of the most wonderful cold juices, taking care of our laundry and inviting us to his sister's home for the start of Ramadan.

The guest house is clean and comfortable, you can really make yourself at home here. Our room was spacious, the air con was effective and there was always hot water for a shower.

Elephantine Island is so peaceful, it seems so far away from the madness of Aswan.

If you are looking for an authentic experience this guesthouse is a must stay. We had some great conversations with Saif, he is a very interesting man and a true gentleman.

It is just few minutes walk from the ferry station. Saif will come to meet you so finding the place is not a problem.

We used Google Maps and didn't have any issues. Ferries run between the island every couple of minutes so it really isn't a problem to stay on Elephantine - I would recommend it if you like peace and quiet.

Saif organised a couple of take away meals for us and we also ate at a restaurant on the island, King Jamaica, which was excellent.

Saif also helped with taxis and a driver to take us sightseeing.

Highly...

Mostafa was a fantastic and helpful host. The place was super comfortable, great wifi, cold AC when needed, and hot water.

His assistant Saif was essentially there at all times to help with whatever we needed tours, taxis, boats, you name it Saif cooked delicious lunches and dinners (he used to own his own restaurant in Sudan for 8 years)!

Mostafa was in Cairo at the time but always checked in to make sure everything was fine. He even organized a free Nubian music show at the house!

By far one of the most special experiences. And Saif was a big...