The new road - Next to the sound and light show, 81111 Abu Simbel, Egypt
#17 of 17 hotels in Abu Simbel
Guests' ChoiceBased on 18 hotel reviews
6.5Cleanliness
7.1
Comfort
7.1
Location
7.4
Facilities
6.5
Staff
8.1
Value for money
5.7
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Reviewed: 16 June 2023
Hurryscurry
ThailandIt is a very basic and old-looking hotel, price is more than it should be, though all hotels in Abu Simbel are overpriced. A few flies were in the room. No shower gel in the bathroom, though we didn't ask for it as stayed just one night. Curtain in shower can't close the floor 100% so water gets in the floor. Still, these are minor issues.
Hotel gets the job done: beds are okay, it is quiet, breakfast is OK (two boiled eggs, some cheese, tomatoes, cucumbers, bread, Nescafe, halva, etc). They make breakfast when you say (eg. we said 7 AM and they made it at 7). Decent amount of furniture in the room. So it's fine to stay in it one night to visit temples in the evening with very few other tourists and see the magical sound and light show.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 23 February 2023
Andreas
GermanyNice and convenient Hotel in Abu Simbel. Not in the Center, but close enough to everything, TukTuk to the Temple ist 50 Pound, Supermarket just around the corner. Staff is very friendly and among the most helpful of any I have met on my many travels! Nice food, too! Overall a very convenient spot, we enjoyed our stay very much - thanks a lot Abdelrahmin!
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 25 November 2022
Josef
GermanyWe stayed at the Applicator Hotel for 1 night. The room was clean and functional. We appreciated especially how quickly we got a nice meal before going to the temples. Also times were kept on the minute for drives to the Temples (late afternoon and next morning), back to the hotel, too. For breakfast after the Temples and before driving to the Airport again. Everything right on the clock!
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 30 October 2022
Eric
United StatesHotel is in serious need of upgrades. Worn out rugs in rooms, TV didn’t work.
Breakfast was very simple. Mostly breads and cheeses and a bag of chips. They’ve got this really nice and largely unused rooftop, and yet they serve breakfast in this underground dungeon.
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 13 April 2022
Cecilia
CanadaA bit far too walk to the little village and to the temples. Shower stall needs some attention.
Good size room, great air conditioning and good hot water for showers!
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: 25 November 2023
Juan
United StatesStreet entrance
Excelente rooms
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 5 November 2023
Filmypapy
PolandSeemed to be a bit overpriced as for Egypt. It was the most expensive night on our 18 days road tour of Egypt. Most likely the result of limited selection of places to stay in Abu Simbel.
Nice hotel with very friendly staff. Modern facilities, clean, functional. Well placed next to the main street leading into the town. Free parking available if you come with a car. Good choice for one night stay. Recommend, especially that the choice of hotels in town is a bit limited.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 26 October 2023
Diane
United KingdomNothing to dislike. Everyone is willing to please.
Strange, I only saw this one offered after searching a little. Well, the rooms are really nice and big, with attached bathroom and plenty of space, good lights, and a writing desk. Clean, cosy and comfortable. Breakfast is served normally in the basement because the kitchen is there, but you can ask for it on the roof and they will bring. They have good plans for expansion and want to open the cafe on the roof, which is nice and big and has a great view. The people here will do everything for you if you need it, just be patient and explain with translator if you find it hard. All the staff are very kind. I had a lovely 2 night stay and would stay here again
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 21 December 2022
Rakesh
Swedenwardrobe door fell off, could have been hurt. wall bracket of curtain rod so weak it came off the wall. window curtain height shorter than window pane. shower curtain does not stop water from making entire bathroom floor wet. breakfast is served in a dingy room in basement.
pleasant man in charge of premises, helpful temperament.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 20 June 2022
Mohamed
EgyptVery bad , and the price is very expensive for
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 28 May 2022
Mohamed
EgyptEverything is not good, and the price is not for Egyptians it is too much
Nothing
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 4 May 2022
Francois
South AfricaStill recovering from heavy skin rush resulting from the many mosquito bites in the bedroom. The rooms were not sprayed before we arrived so we spend the night fighting with mosquitos. The owner didn't show any consideration for our accommodation requirements. No availability of safe parking.
The staff are trying their Best and they are friendly.
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 28 March 2022
Manfred
GermanyAbsence of any language skills. Downrun facility. Poor internet. Restauration in basement without windows
Nothing beside a bed to sleep
Stayed in March 2022
Reviewed: 27 September 2022
Alia
EgyptThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 27 September 2022
Alia
EgyptThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 29 April 2022
Sarah
United StatesThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: 3 March 2024
Meiying
ChinaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in February 2024
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