Benben By Dhara Hotels

Hotels
Independent
9.4 (98 reviews)
Philae Island, Aswan, Aswan Governorate , Aswan , EG

Facilities

Free breakfast
Full-service spa
Firewood (free)
Proposal/romance packages available
Fireplace in lobby
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Luggage storage
Continental breakfast
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful views
Friendly staff
Cons:
Food quality issues
Accessibility concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
8.7
Some cleanliness issues mentioned, particularly in the dining experience.
Service
9.7
Generally positive sentiment; some issues were raised, but notable kindness from staff.
Location
10
Exceptional location with beautiful views.
Room Quality
9.7
Rooms are described as spotless and well-appointed.
Amenities
9.7
Good amenities mentioned, though some limitations due to location.
Value for Money
9.2
Mixed views; some find it costly compared to the service offered.
Food and Beverage
8.2
Critical feedback regarding food quality and temperature.
Overall Experience
10
Overall a memorable and positive experience despite some issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 11:14

Property Description

Luxurious Spa Services

Indulge in massages, body treatments, and facials at the on-site spa to elevate your relaxation and pampering experience.

Gourmet Dining and Bars

Savor delectable meals at YAM, one of the two restaurants, and enjoy a refreshing drink at one of the two chic bars/lounges for a culinary delight.

Elegant Accommodations and Modern Amenities

Unwind in one of the 24 stylish guestrooms with outdoor private spa tubs and Tempur-Pedic beds. Stay connected with complimentary wired and wireless internet access while enjoying entertainment on the LED television.

Experience luxury at its finest at Benben By Dhara Hotels in Aswan, centrally located near iconic landmarks. Book now to elevate your stay to unparalleled levels of comfort and convenience.

Important information:

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 16 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
  • Alcohol is not served at this property.

Check-in and check-out hours:

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals not allowed

  • Noise policy

    Noise-free rooms not guaranteed

  • Food & Beverage

    No alcohol served onsite

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

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Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 98 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.7
Service: 9.7
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.7
Amenities: 9.7
Value for Money: 9.2
Food and Beverage: 8.2
Overall Experience: 10
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Guillaume couple fr
9
2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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samir couple us
10
Unique, different good for the money paid
Pros:

Unique location

Cons:

Far away from the city center

2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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wei couple cn
9
非常好的体验,落日很美,每天坐船途中就能看到phaile temple
Pros:

在岛上的酒店,非常美,服务和设施都很不错

Cons:

要提前订船

2026-05-10 via Nuitee
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Fatima couple eg
9
A truly magical and unforgettable experience filled with breathtaking views, exceptional hospitality, and the most roman
Pros:

Our stay at BenBen by Dhara Hotels was honestly one of the most magical experiences we’ve ever had, and words truly don’t do it justice. From the moment we arrived, everything felt like a dream. The location itself is breathtaking — waking up surrounded by the Nile, the mountains, and the peaceful atmosphere of Aswan felt unreal. The view during sunrise and sunset looked like a painting every single day.

The hotel is beyond beautiful; every corner is designed with so much taste, warmth, and attention to detail. The rooms are stunning, cozy, luxurious, and incredibly clean. The aesthetic of the entire place perfectly combines Nubian charm with elegance and comfort. Even the smallest details in the room made us feel special and taken care of.

But what truly made this experience unforgettable was the staff. Every single person we met was kind, welcoming, professional, and genuinely caring. You can feel that they do everything with love. They went above and beyond to make our stay perfect, and their hospitality made us feel at home from the very first second.

A very special thank you to Heba, who truly helped me organize the best stay possible from beginning to end. She was incredibly thoughtful, attentive, and generous, and she even upgraded our room which made our experience even more special and unforgettable. Her care and effort genuinely meant so much to us.

And another huge thank you to Nirvana for helping create the most romantic setup ever. Every detail was beautiful and perfectly arranged, and she made our celebration feel magical in every possible way. The atmosphere she helped create is something we’ll never forget.

The food was AMAZING. Every meal was fresh, delicious, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. Breakfast with that incredible Nile view became one of our favorite moments of the trip. The atmosphere throughout the hotel is peaceful, romantic, relaxing, and unlike anywhere else.

Cons:

The only downside we experienced during our stay was that the stairs are very steep, which made going up and down to the room quite tiring and difficult at times — especially for anyone who has leg, knee, or mobility issues. It’s definitely something to keep in mind before booking, as moving around the hotel can require a bit of effort.

Also, the internet connection wasn’t very strong during our stay. Since the hotel is more about disconnecting and enjoying the peaceful atmosphere, it didn’t ruin the experience for us, but it could be inconvenient for anyone needing reliable Wi-Fi for work or constant connectivity.

2026-05-08 via Nuitee
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Jo couple be
8
2026-05-05 via Nuitee
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Heba family_with_children eg
10
A truly unforgettable stay.
Pros:

My recent stay at Benben by Dhara Hotels was truly exceptional—one of those rare experiences that stays with you long after you leave.
I visited with my mom, and from the very first moment, everything felt special. The atmosphere of the hotel is incredibly calm, peaceful, and beautifully designed—it’s honestly one of the most serene places I’ve ever stayed in. As someone who travels often and experiences many hotels, I can confidently say this one stands out as something truly unique.
What made the stay even more memorable was that it happened during my birthday. Without me mentioning anything beforehand, the team surprised me with a beautiful cake delivered to my room. It was such a thoughtful and genuine gesture that meant so much to me—it really reflects the level of care and attention they give to their guests.
The breakfast experience was beyond amazing. Every morning felt special thanks to Mohammed, who went above and beyond to make sure we were happy. He even remembered our drinks and preferences throughout our four-day stay, which made everything feel so personal and warm. The entire restaurant team created such a welcoming atmosphere—we genuinely looked forward to starting our days there.
In the evenings, we would often go for drinks and refreshments, and Mohamed Shoura made those moments just as enjoyable. He brought such a positive energy and made sure we felt comfortable, relaxed, and taken care of every time.
The reception team—including Adham, Nirvana, and Heba, along with everyone else whose names I may have missed—were all incredibly professional, friendly, and always ready to help with a smile. Their attitude and hospitality truly made a difference in our stay.
I also have to highlight the housekeeping team—the level of cleanliness, organization, and attention to detail in the room was outstanding. Everything was spotless and maintained to perfection throughout our stay.

Cons:

The only aspect that didn’t fully meet expectations was the boat service, including the marina and the boat itself. It could benefit from some maintenance and modernization, as it felt a bit dated compared to the rest of the experience.

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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Haroon couple fr
10
Amazing !
Pros:

Amazing !

2026-05-03 via Nuitee
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Ahmed couple sa
10
2026-04-26 via Nuitee
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Jean solo_traveller mc
8
Pros:

La beauté de l'environnement, le petit déjeuner, la vue depuis l'hôtel, la propreté et le confort de ma chambre.

Cons:

L'emplacement de l'hôtel est excentré et nous sommes dépendant de bateau navette pour tout. Le menu du restaurant pourrait être plus et mieux développé.

2026-04-26 via Nuitee
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DAVID PERRIN couple fr
8
Pros:

Le lieu est incroyable, cet hôtel construit et intégré dans les rochers est magnifique.
Mais il y a le revers de la médaille.
Les prix sont trop élevé pour un 3 étoiles.
Nous avons payé 400$ la nuit et 2 jours avant les prix étaient tombé à - de 200$.
Nous avons demandé du fait que l'hôtel n'était pas complet un éventuel surclassement.
Mais rien n'a été fait pour valoriser le fait que nous avions payé plus que cela ne valait réellement.
De plus l'entretien du lieu n'est pas à la hauteur, quel dommage avec un spot pareil.

En gros si vous payez la nuit aux alentour des 200$, cela est plus que correct, et le lieu
en vaut vraiment la chandelle.
Au delà c'est surpayer un lieu qui n'a pas le service et l'entretien de ses prétentions tarifaires.

2026-04-25 via Nuitee
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anne couple fr
8
Good memories but lots of room for improvement - but the setting is beautiful
Pros:

Great location and pool and view

Cons:

Lunch was great.
Dinner was not well organized at all :and the alcohol free cocktails we chose were horrid- my pizza was not cooked - uneatable 😬🥴- dinner was really really poor and bad.
The staff was trying to be helpful but terribly disorganized that night.
Also , they charged us a ridiculously and disgustingly expensive taxi fee for our early ride to the airport - we felt trapped because the hotel is on an island and our ride was so early but that fee was a rip off🫩

2026-04-22 via Nuitee
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Shupeng extended_group us
10
Cute peaceful attentive service
Pros:

Such a beautiful hotel and comfy room, day time team ladies are all so kind and professional, helped us plan our day and the boat times. Breakfast was a good selection and variaty, and for us a plus point a majestic feline accompanied us during breakfast <3. There's an observation deck right outside our room high enough to oversee Philae Temple, even during the week of huge desert wind, the view is still stunning. The hotel can also arrange for boat ride directly to the temple without making a detour to the shore. The boat driver are all very nice and showed remarkable skills during the heavy wind. Overall we're very happy with our stay and will for sure come back.
超漂亮舒适的酒店,很地中海风情,双人床房间床很宽大,酒店25刀可以直接接送去菲莱神庙(门票自购),上岛免费的船提前在Whatsapp上提前半小时预约即可,不过取决于天气,我们去的时候可能因为大风等了一会儿船,总体不要安排得太紧张即可。早饭内容挺多,还有只漂亮咪咪来讨食,很有礼貌不打扰人。

Cons:

Nighttime team was a little inefficient, had to wait half an hour with other guests for the pickup boat upon arrival in the evening, but maybe it was due to the heavy winds that day. But it also took an hour to deliver our luggage to our room from the front desk (the stairs are quite steep you'll need their help), it's just a bit tiring.

2026-04-22 via Nuitee
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mohamedabdelwah solo_traveller eg
10
2026-04-19 via Nuitee
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Khaled couple eg
10
Perfect getaway!
Pros:

It’s a one of a kind experience, the view is to die for, the staff is very helpful and friendly up to the hotel manager mr abdelaziz was very hospitable and made our wedding anniversary unforgettable 10/10

Cons:

N/A

2026-04-17 via Nuitee
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Christa couple ch
10
Great!
Pros:

Spectacular location and really cool design

2026-04-15 via Nuitee
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CHRISTOS couple gr
7
2026-04-15 via Nuitee
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Anastasia solo_traveller eg
8
Pros:

Very nice staff, they made upgrade to me, very peaceful, quite and beautiful

Cons:

Location, if you need to move a lot , its quite difficult to do it, as you need to get a boat and then another transportation

2026-04-13 via Nuitee
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Carolyn couple gb
7
Lovely location and friendly staff
Pros:

The staff were very friendly, the location was very scenic / beautiful. Breakfast was great.

Cons:

The hotel states that it is an adults only hotel, however this is incorrect. There were numerous children staying at the hotel on holiday. As such, we feel we were mis-sold this and therefore the prices for the rooms were higher than they should have been.

The restaurant choices were fairly limited and service was quite slow. The internet in the room did not work.

The hotel booked a transfer for us to get to the airport. After getting up at 2:30am to catch a boat at 3am, we proceeded to have to wait 35 minutes for the taxi transfer once we reached the mainland.

2026-04-13 via Nuitee
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Jean-Jacques couple fr
10
Un séjour de rêve
Pros:

Tout

2026-04-09 via Nuitee
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Florian couple dk
10
Exceptional escape
Pros:

We had an exceptional time in this beautiful hotel away from the hustling and bustling of Aswan. The hotel staff is extremely welcoming and friendly. The boat transfer to the island is available 24/7, so getting to the hotel and doing an Abu Simbel excursion with early morning departure is not at all a problem. We had a beautiful room overlooking the water towards Philae temple. Highly recommend staying here!

2026-04-09 via Nuitee