Little bit of a walk ( about 100 meters) from the boat dock, you have to carry your bags.

Large apartment with 2 separate rooms and one common bath.

Stayed in March 2024

location on the island, need ferry

nice view helpful staff

Stayed in May 2024

Location was not the best one

The staff was very kind.

Stayed in April 2024

Could not fault them in anyway.

The hosts went far beyond to always help and were all so very friendly.

Stayed in April 2024

Perfect view. Friendly owners and staff

Stayed in April 2024

Kitchen is not well equipped. The owner asked 5 times to book the Abu Simbel tour. We did, but didnt like that he kept pushing. We paid 30 euro pp for the minivan ride to Abu Simbel

Spacious room, good bed, a/c and fans. The location on the island is great. Its a quiet place, lots of palm trees and a superb view over the Nile when sitting on the roof toop 5min walk to ferry boat. We went to the opposite side of Aswan by ferry, to have a walk along the Nile and a walk in the desert. You have to take the ferry to Aswan, then walk north along the Nile and take the big ferry boat to cross the Nile.

Stayed in April 2024

Cons: -Room - no safe. -Room - more plates and cutlery would be useful. -Occasional scraping noise of chairs from above during breakfast.

Excellent value accommodation and a quiet location Pros: -Quiet island location away from noise & hassle of Aswan city. -Free WiFi throughout hotel - ask staff for password. -Helpful staff. We arrived via the guest houses motor launch and staff helped us take our suitcases up the mud bank from Nile river, then up the stairs to our room. (NB. We had to carry our own suitcases down/up stone steps at Aswan). -Room 6 - spacious living (seating, fridge) & kitchenette (sink, gas cooker, kettle) areas, two bedrooms with air-con (one with balcony facing Nile), en suite shower-toilet. -Breakfast, top two floors $3pp. Great views of surrounding area.

Stayed in April 2024

Our stay at Basmatic was truly amazing. Mohamed was always ready to supply suggestions for places to visit around Elephantine Island and Aswan, and the hotel was comfortable, clean, and the staff were super friendly. Mohamed helped coordinate transportation (car + boat) to and from the airport. The rooftop restaurant had unbeatable views of other islands in The Nile. Being on the island felt like stepping into a different world, so different than the business of Aswan. We loved walking around the island and seeing Nubian homes, fields of crops, and talking with locals. It is a magical place!

Stayed in April 2024

Fantastic guest house, beautiful family run business. Customer service was excellent. We would recommend to others

Stayed in April 2024

Would have been nice to have slightly more selection for breakfast (even only some fresh fruit would have made all the difference!)

Location was lovely: so quiet and peaceful! Staff very helpful in terms of arranging travel to/from hotel (though excursions can be found cheaper elsewhere).

Stayed in April 2024

No complaints at all

The people and the Island are some of the most amazing people I have encountered. We have been looked after by Momaud, Abdel and Mohamed with the highest of care.

Stayed in March 2024

One of the room smell a bit too much detergent and the restaurant prices were a bit high compared to other restaurants alike.

Very welcoming and friendly staff. The terrace has a good view over the island and the food served is delicious!

Stayed in March 2024

The hotel staff was very nice and organised a very good trip to philae and Obelisk for a very fair price for us. No annoying price negotiations :)

Stayed in March 2024

There is not enough tool in the kitchen,soap

The staff there,Muhammed,Mahmut,Mustafa...They are helpfull,friendly.

Stayed in March 2024

We had an excellent time. This guest house is on an island in the middle of the Nile. The island has no roads. There is a public ferry that runs all day that you can take back and forth for very cheap. The staff will take you to the island upon check in their motor boat and back when you are checking out. Since there are no roads, there is a bit of a sandy bank you will have to carry your luggage up. The rooms were really large, comfortable, and clean. The hot water in the shower does not last a super long time though so we just had one person shower at night and one in the morning. The owner and staff were all excellent. The owner sat with us while we waiting for our food to be prepared on the rooftop every night. He helped us secure a tour to the Nubian village. He chatted with us and answered all our questions we had. Aswan was the most laid back of the cities along the Nile and I wish we would have been able to spend more time there.

Stayed in February 2024

An extra chair in the sitting room, table and chairs on the balcony. More plates and bowls etc so breakfast or lunch could be made would make the spacious apartment a more useable space.

Beautiful island, quiet location, 10 mins walk through the village to the ferry. Friendly staff at Basmatic that will organise and help in any way they can. They can organise trips, taxis ,pick ups etc

Stayed in March 2024

Great location with access to the local ferry a small walk from the guest house. The food was amazing. The hosts were also very nice and informative.

Stayed in February 2024

Excellent attention

Stayed in February 2024

I really have no complaints. Simply ask for what you need. The only thing I didn't like is not staying longer, I wish I had more time.

I loved the hospitality, I felt welcomed and at home. The staff was great, I loved the roof top conversations with the Owner, Mustafa. The food was good. I literally ordered the fried fish each time, and it was quite tasty. The rooftop offers great views of the Nile and the East Bank. They were quick to resolve any issues, and answer all questions, they are very accommodating, simply ask. I loved the peaceful atmosphere, and being in a Nubian Village. Communication is great, and they are very responsive. I was in communication with them after booking and up to my arrival.

Stayed in February 2024

Our stay at the Basmatic Nubian guesthouse stands out as an unforgettable experience. While adjusting to Egypt initially posed some challenges, the hospitable staff provided invaluable insights into navigating the country. Thanks to the guesthouse's arrangements, we effortlessly explored attractions such as Abu Simbel and Philae temple and even arranging a trip to Luxor. Evenings spent conversing with Mohammed and Mostafa were enriched by breathtaking sunsets. Unlike our experiences in various other destinations in the world, this guesthouse offered a unique opportunity for meaningful interactions with the locals, fostering a strong sense of community. We felt completely comfortable engaging with the staff, viewing them more as friends rather than just personnel. Without hesitation, we wholeheartedly endorse the Basmatic guesthouse in Aswan as the ultimate choice for accommodation, it even has great coffee and food.

Stayed in January 2024

The breakfast is not very varied, but this is common in Egypt. The wifi was not very good in our room (it was good on the terrace).

Fantastic accommodation on the island of Elephantos, almost directly on the banks of the Nile. There is a nice view from the roof terrace to the west, towards the Nile. The owner organized a very good motor boat tour for us. Boat transfer from the port. I recommend to everyone. Friendly owner. Good value for money. Pleasant rooms.

Stayed in February 2024

Excellent location, quiet, the view is amazing. The owners and staff are very friendly and welcoming. The food is great.

Stayed in February 2024

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This house is the one of the best in Aswan. I definitely recommend if someone plans to visit to Aswan. The owner is so friendly and you can get much support if you need. The hotel also has private boat so you can cross the river without any hassle. Thank the owner for the hospitality to my family. See u around.

Stayed in February 2024

Nothing

This was my second visit to Aswan but my first time at Elephantine island; the island is a Cultural Oasis. The view from the property is amazing, I also loved that it was quite close to the tombs of the Nobles and the Famine Stela. To top it off the host and his staff gave me the warmest welcome I felt like I was home 🏡 at Elephantine island, their hospitality was beyond professional; I felt like I was visiting my distant cousins that I hadn’t seen in years.

Stayed in December 2023