Saluga Nubian Guest House

Hotels
9.6 (24 reviews)
Sehel Island , Aswan , EG

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Incredible views
Helpful service
Cons:
Breakfast could be improved

Categories

Cleanliness
9.16
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
10
Omar was helpful, kind, and very patient, assisting with everything needed.
Location
10
Beautiful location on a more secluded island with exceptional views.
Room Quality
9.66
The views from the guest house and room are exceptional.
Amenities
9.66
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
9.66
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
8.66
The breakfast could be better, more local food preferred.
Overall Experience
10
A lovely and more private place to stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 05:19

Property Description

Unique Location and Views
Located on Sehel Island in Aswan, our B&B offers stunning city views and a tranquil terrace for guests to enjoy.

Comfortable Rooms and Amenities
Our air-conditioned rooms feature modern amenities such as free WiFi, private bathrooms, and balconies overlooking the mountains.

Delicious Dining Options
Guests can savor a variety of cuisines at our restaurant, including African, Middle Eastern, and Pizza dishes, with vegetarian and halal choices available upon request.

Experience the beauty of Aswan at B&B Saluga Sehel Island Nubian House. Book your stay with us today!

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.6
Based on 24 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.16
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.66
Amenities: 9.66
Value for Money: 9.66
Food and Beverage: 8.66
Overall Experience: 10
L
Lucas • solo_traveller • gb
10
A true home away from home in Aswan – thank you, Omar!
Pros:

Our stay at Saluga Guesthouse was nothing short of incredible, made truly unforgettable by Omar’s extraordinary hospitality. From the very moment my family and I arrived, Omar welcomed us with open arms and went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and cared for.

​Whether it was organizing seamless boat trips across the Nile or preparing a wonderfully intimate, delicious dinner for us, his attention to detail was exceptional. The breakfasts every morning were fantastic, the rooms were spotless, and the air conditioning worked perfectly—a very welcome comfort!

​Aswan is a beautiful destination, but our experience was elevated to another level entirely because Omar made us feel genuinely at home. We couldn't have asked for a better stay or a better host. Highly recommended to anyone visiting Aswan!

Cons:

The bed was a bit hard but nothing that we couldn't manage

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
G
George • solo_traveller • au
8
An interesting Aswan island experience.
Pros:

We loved the river views. The double room with a balcony was comfortable. Staff member Omar was always available to ferry us to our different destinations in Aswan in his boat. He is a remarkably skilled boat captain and navigates the Nile cataracts expertly. The river journeys are fantastic and Omar would vary the routes to show us the sites. Breakfast was nice, and upon request, we were given a bag of breakfast items for our 5am Abu Simbel tour. The dinner at the hotel was quite good.

Cons:

The island is remote. You can’t just step out and walk - you are reliant on boat transfers. For example: to get to Aswan airport for a 6:00 international flight we needed to get a 3:45 boat to the West Bank and then a taxi transfer in the dark. We were anxious about this, however Omar coordinated this for us and all worked out well. It would be really useful to have some written information about hotel facilities and boat prices - not because they were expensive but we didn’t know how much they were costing - we were only billed at the end.

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
E
Edmundo • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

The location can't be beat. Great view of the Nile from my room. Air conditioning was great! Staff was beyond helpful. Helped me coordinate tours and transportation to the train station. Even packed me a breakfast to go!

Cons:

Nothing!

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
K
Krenfla • solo_traveller • fr
9
Excellent séjour
Pros:

L’emplacement est incroyable, un havre de paix

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
张一博 • solo_traveller • cn
10
Pros:

非常好一切都不错

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
B
Barry • couple • th
10
Great value and ultimate experience
Pros:

The location and quality of accommodation were excellent but the staff was the highlight.

Cons:

Views and quality of construction

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
B
Barry • couple • th
10
2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
D
Daria • couple • de
10
Highly recommend
Pros:

Beautiful location and very nice staff

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Nessie • couple • be
6
Het was ok maar niet meer dan dat
Pros:

De guest house is heel mooi gelegen op een eilandje waar je met een boot naartoe gebracht moet worden. Hou er rekening mee dat je dus afgelegen zit. De kamer was voldoende ruim. Het ontbijt was heerlijk en Omar heeft 1 maal avondeten voor ons klaargemaakt wat ook lekker was. We hadden twee kamers en op eentje lekte de lavabo en in de andere het reservoir van het toilet. Na dit gemeld te hebben werd dit keurig hersteld.

Cons:

Er was geen goede communicatie wat ons wat verloren liet lopen. Het ophaalpunt was niet zo gemakkelijk te vinden. Bij aankomst kregen we geen verdere praktische uitleg. De avond van aankomst werden we naar een restaurant gebracht waar we niet achter gevraagd hadden (werd uiteindelijk wel netjes opgelost)
Een groot minpunt was dat er een groot pak haar in de douche lag en de frigo in de kamer was degoutant vies. Er stond schimmel in!

2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
N
Nourhen • solo_traveller • ma
10
2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
B
Bridget • couple • au
10
Pros:

Best place I’ve ever stayed!!
Perfect location for a quiet getaway. We were the only ones there so it was amazing. Staff really looked after us, booked last minute activities for us late at night. Provided pick up and drop offs with their boat whenever we needed. And the food was to die for. Best I’ve had not just in Egypt, but in general. I cannot recommend this place enough!

Cons:

Only slight downside was the amount of steps to the property. As you can see in photos, there’s plenty. Suitcases aren’t the most appropriate for carrying up them but the amazing staff carried them for us.

2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
S
Sarah • couple • ch
9
Pros:

Authentique.
Repas délicieux.
Au calme.
Jolie promenade au lever du soleil pour l’observation des oiseaux.

2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
C
Chris • couple • dk
9
Idyllic views, isolated yet still close to Aswan with great room vistas & great Nubian food
Pros:

Amazing home made breakfast a al Nubian style from an incomparable Omar. A laconic host with steady hand on the boat and in the kitchen. Loved the roundtrip to the nearby beach and the sailing down and back from Aswan through the islands.

Cons:

Issues with Wifi beyond the reception room. Still in the building process, but when finished this will be wonderful. Overall few things to mention as it was an isolated and beautiful view of the cataracts...

2026-04-04 • via Nuitee
M
Marianne • couple • ch
10
Perfect, Peaceful Stay... Jederzeit Wieder
Pros:

Eine wunderbare, sichere und ruhige Unterkunft. Die geschmackvoll eingerichteten Zimmer sind grösser als sie auf dem Bild erscheinen und das Bett war sehr bequem. Alles ist Tip top sauber. Das Frühstück war supergut, reichhaltig und mit viel frischen Früchten. Wir haben jeden Abend auf der Terrasse gegessen, sehr gut und abwechslungsreich. Freundliches unaufdringliches Team. Die Kommunikation war unkompliziert. Das Wlan in den Zimmern funktioniert einwandfrei. Hagi hat uns umsichtig bei der Planung geholfen und uns wirklich äusserst gut betreut. Er vermittelt sichere und zuverlässige Fahrer. Ein Motorboot liegt praktisch immer an der Anlegestelle, so dass man schnell auf dem Festland ist. Ein idealer Ort um zur Ruhe zu kommen und die Seele baumeln zu lassen. An dem traumhaften Ausblick kann man sich nicht genug sattsehen....
Jederzeit würden wir in dieses kleine Paradies zurückkommen und bedanken uns herzlich für die Gastfreundschaft.

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
A
Ashraf • couple • eg
9
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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TAO • couple • es
3
2026-01-13 • via Nuitee
D
Damon • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

I had a wonderful experience at Saluga. It’s a fantastic location right on the Nile, offering a calm and peaceful stay, yet only a short boat trip from the Nubian Village or downtown Aswan. The property manager was always available to ferry me to different locations, even at 4am when I had a day trip to Abu Simbel. My room was spacious and well appointed, with a balcony overlooking the water. They also offer an excellent breakfast and other meals on request. Highly recommended.

2026-01-13 • via Nuitee
P
Peter • solo_traveller • dk
10
Fantastisk
Pros:

Flot udsigt over Nilen og en skøn ø. Helt stille og roligt. Dejlig morgenmad og aftensmad.

Cons:

Intet

2026-01-10 • via Nuitee
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Marina • solo_traveller • eg
10
Pros:

Everything was amazing ! The owner treated me specially, I was well welcomed and the location is just super

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-04 • via Nuitee
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Sylvie • couple • fr
6
Pros:

Le paysage est tres beau mais on se sent bien seul ici , on est au milieu de nulle part, pas dans un village. pas de réception a l'hotel . Le personnel qui gere le bateau et le petit dejeuner est hyper gentil et serviable, il nous a bien sorti d'affaire pour arriver ou repartir de nuit. L'acces entre Assouan et l'hôtel pas simple : bateau tuk tuk et taxi ( ou minibus public si tu es routard )

2026-01-04 • via Nuitee