The noise loud music coming from some boats in the night and in the mornings.But that is not the respnsibillity of the owner and is the same for most propertis on Elefantine island.

Owner of the property Abdulah was very friendly and helpfull. He helped to explore the city, organised the driver and teke us with his boat to places on right nak of the river.

Stayed in April 2024

It makes all the places I stayed at less good, including some fancy ones

Everything. Front wheel beginning you feel like a guest and he is an incredibly kind host. There 2 rooms on the boat. Staying on the Nile on a quiet island with regular ferry (every 10min from 6am to midnight). Abdul is always around to help you with anything and makes your trip easy: last minute kayak booking, late arrival, early booking, felucca booking, airport pickup with kind driver, regular use of his smaller motorboat, breakfast at the time you choose. He is always on WhatsApp. You get all the convenience you want and more at the most reasonable cost you can imagine. My friend and I travelled the world for work and leisure and this is the first property I take time to review.

Stayed in February 2024

The stay at Abdu’s houseboat was nothing but mind blowing. I stayed in the houseboat for 5 days with my mother. Abdu did not help us arrange everything in terms of tours (to Filae, Abu Simbel, a Nubian village, the botanical garden and more) and activities (Falluca sailing, Zaraha sand meditation, bird watching trip, exploring the Souk, swimming in the Nile, transfer to Luxor via Edfu and Kom Ombo and more), he also helped us with his second smaller boat to get everywhere, assimilate to the local culture by clothing and customs, cooked for us (he also made sure all food was well washed), helped us donate goods and clothes to the local school, and assisted us in getting tickets for the night train from Luxor to Caïro and simcards). His houseboat has everything you need for an authentic stay. Our cabin was spacious enough for the two of us and had an amazing view over the Elephantine Island. The terraces was facing the beautiful botanical garden on Kitchener Island. Due to the placement of the boat you have some shade in the morning and you can enjoy the sunset in the evening. If you look for a real experience and want to dive in the culture and day to day livestyle on the Nile, the boat is definitely something for you. We are truly great full for our experience and can definitely recommend a stay on this lovely houseboat!

Stayed in December 2023

The boat is amazing and Abdel is the nicest host! He took us birdwatching in the morning and explained everything to us. You can also do cruises with him and go to Kom Ombo, Edfu, Esna. His small boat will bring you to all the nice places in Aswan. Really recommend and a authentic experience. Go for a walk with him on Elephantine Island to see more of the daily live in Aswan. Don’t hesitate and just book, you won’t regret it!

Stayed in January 2024

The boat is clean and cosy , perfect if you are looking for a quieter experience away from the noise . Abd is very welcoming and helpful and he also makes a great breakfast . We stayed at 8 other locations during our stay in Egypt and the stay on the boat is by far our favourite.

Stayed in December 2023

While initially searching for a Nile cruise, I was hesitant about the big cruise boats due to numerous reviews pointing out issues with hygiene and the overall experience. This led me to explore other options, where I discovered Houseboat Hotel and Nile Cruises Zainoba. Immediately after booking, I received a message from Abdul. He asked me to contact him on WhatsApp, where we discussed various cruise options. Originally, we planned a three-day journey from Aswan to Luxor, but given the time constraints, it wasn't feasible. Abdul skillfully proposed an alternative plan to disembark at Edfu, arranging a car to Luxor from there. Upon check-out at our Aswan hotel, Abdul and his crew were ready at the docks. Their friendliness was outstanding, assisting us with our luggage and providing a detailed tour of the boat along with our travel itinerary. To our delight, they even arranged wine for each dinner on board! The cruise itself was relaxing and thoroughly enjoyable. The crew frequently engaged with us, sharing laughs and conversations, enhancing the experience. We were treated to three delicious local meals daily, and they always ensured we had everything we needed. The rooms were surprisingly spacious and comfortable. Each night, the boat would anchor at small islands along the Nile, resuming its journey post-breakfast. I am extremely pleased that we chose Abdul's boat over the larger commercial cruise ships. It was an unforgettable experience that I highly recommend to anyone seeking a unique and personal Nile cruise!

Stayed in November 2023

Abdul was a great host, super friendly and accommodating to whatever we needed for our trip, from the moment of pickup at the marina on his boat to the moment of drop off as we departed, we felt we were in good hands. We had a great time hanging out with him on the boat after our tours with such great views of the Nile River. We really enjoyed taking a boat cruise with him through Aswan.

Stayed in June 2023

Nothing to complain about, it was all perfect

amazing place if you are looking for an intimate time right on the nile river. The host is amazing the room is ver confortable and very clean, on the river side of Elephantine island.

Stayed in April 2023

we loved being on a boat. we found the room spacious, clean and charming and the boat beautiful. Our host Abdelshakour was always available, sociable, funny, kind and accommodating. We got to meet his family and felt welcomed on the island. it is an atypical stay and we loved that.

Stayed in April 2023

The owner is very friendly and helpful. We've had the best time staying with him and really enjoyed the iftar dinner he cooked for us. It felt like being around a friend's place 🙏 it's a great location. Would always recommend!!

Stayed in April 2023

Our stay in Aswan was quite nice. The boat was docked at a tranquil port on an island, which, though compact, had all the necessary amenities. The cruise along the river was truly impressive, Our host proved to be reliable and helpful, willing to arrange anything requested.

Stayed in March 2023

Happy overall.

The boathouse is owned and manage by Abdul, a lovely guy who built it himself apparently! He came to pick me up at the ferry station, which helped a lot as Elephantine Island is a bit of a maze. The boat is moored on a quiet side of the island with beautiful views of the river and the botanical gardens.

Stayed in November 2022

The boat is perfectly located, a 5minute walk from the ferry on Elephantine island; there is direct staircase to the boat from the land so you’re not stranded. Sitting on the deck watching sunset is pretty perfect. The host is exceptional and able to organise anything you require, negotiating good deals on your behalf. we felt like part of the family.

Stayed in January 2023

nothing

Everything was great during our stay! We were delighted with the boat and the surroundings of Aswan, where the captain of the ship organized a tour for us on a small boat. The captain of the ship was very friendly with us, suggested the best places for shopping !! very clean and with a super comfortable bed. Also in the morning we had a wonderful breakfast from the captain. The best and biggest recommendations!!!

Stayed in December 2022

We just loved the houseboat! We had only one night there but it was a wonderful one. The boat is clean, in a wonderful location with beautiful views of the river, and has a lovely deck to sit on for meals. The best thing of our stay was meeting Abdul, who was so helpful, generous, smart, and warm. He made sure our stay was just what we needed and went out of his way to make sure we could see everything we wanted to in a (too short!) time. I 100% recommend!

Stayed in December 2022

Nothing. I would take the same trip again.

We loved our three-day cruise on the Nile! The views are amazing, the nights quiet and calm, and the recently renovated boat is very well equipped, with private bathrooms, mosquito screens, comfortable bedding, and storage space. We first booked a room on the boat for a night and then spoke with the owner and captain Abdul about making a short cruise on the Nile. Abdul was professional, flexible, reliable, and super kind: together we planned our dream trip, from Edfu to Aswan with multiple stops along the way. Because we weren’t on a big cruise ship, we could see the beautiful temples when they were almost deserted—a very special experience. We totally recommend Abdul and his crew!

Stayed in November 2022

thanks far all mate

pulito gentile e disponibile

Stayed in August 2022

Friendly staff ❤️❤️ Quite and clean ♥️

Stayed in March 2022

Place is soo beautiful and very clean.about view oooh wooooow very nice when u open window u see the Nile. And iam lukey because boat is have trip tour and nice thing the owner ask us for the trip before confirm . About wifi is fast and box of breakfast is nice u can eating it in any time . Owner is helpful and answer me for all questions. When i came next time i will rent it again.

Stayed in March 2022

Nile Cruise was my the best adventure in Egipt!!! When you open the window you see the beautiful Nil river, nature, birds and feel quiet. Standard of the room is high, it is very clean. WiFi is fast. Breakfast and dinner delicious. The owner is helpful, intelligent and honest person. Excellent program, great organization and logistics. I rate my staying in Mini Nile Cruise as a million stars!!!

Stayed in March 2022

The boat could be a bit more tidy and the sink area could be newer and cleaner as well the kettle. While it was lovely chilling on the deck there was offer a smell of sewage coming from the river. Not sure whether this was from the actual boat or from nearby boat. This is something which would probably need to be resolved.

Staying on a boat was a I’ve experience. The boat has a lot of character. It’s nice chilling on the deck at sunset! Overall was a nice experience. Nice to do for a few days but I was glad I was staying in a hotel after that.

Stayed in April 2024

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Stayed in September 2023

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Stayed in November 2022

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Stayed in February 2024