About this property
Beachfront and Sun Terrace: Houseboat Hotel and Nile Cruises Zainoba in Aswan offers a beachfront setting with a sun terrace. Guests can relax by the river and enjoy stunning views of the surrounding landscape. Comfortable Accommodations: The recently renovated boat features private bathrooms with walk-in showers, balconies, and terraces. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, bidet, and wardrobe, ensuring a comfortable stay. Amenities and Services: Guests can enjoy massage services, a bar, and free WiFi. Additional facilities include a lounge, shared kitchen, minimarket, and full-day security. Aswan International Airport is 11 mi away. Nearby Attractions: Nubian Museum is 0.7 mi, Kitchener's Island 1 mi, and Unfinished Obelisk 1.2 mi from the property. Other points of interest include Temple of Philae (5 mi) and Aswan High Dam (11 mi).
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Beachfront
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Breakfast
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Macy
United States“Abdo's place is handsdown the best in Aswan. If you want a truly unique experience surrounded by locals, this is the spot! When booking I had considered staying on a nile river cruise but wanted something more stationary and relaxing while still...”
Harrison
New Zealand“Abudul very friendly staff & owner of the boat. Was very accommodating making us free breakfast and recommending sites around aswan.
It’s an awesome experience to be staying on a boat on the Nile River. Boat is in a good location on the island...”
Claudia
Colombia“It was a very authentic experience, from the space on the boat to the activities around. Abdo is someone who is truly interested in sharing his experience and the best of the region. He also helped us find an excellent option for a Nile cruise on...”
Isaac
United States“Abdu was an excellent host! He helped us visit all the sites we wanted to see and put us contact with great local operators. The houseboat is great, a nice calming location to enjoy the Nile after a day of exploring Aswan.”
Chi
Singapore“I had a fantastic time staying with abdul! The nile is the heart of aswan, and what could be a better way to experience the nile than staying on a boat that offers the most scenic view??!!
I had very good sleep. The room and hot shower were...”
Cyril
United States“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...”
انس
Egypt“Great place to relax and friendly staff highly recommend”
Boudewijn
Netherlands“If you are looking for something different, this is the perfect place. Staying at this boat is an experience itself. We loved waking up having a perfect view, lovely breakfast a beiing away from all chaos. Location of the boat was perfect for us,...”
Laura
France“Our host Abdel was so lovely - excellent communication before and during our stay and when we first arrived he kindly came and met us to help us to our houseboat location. We were up early both mornings to see the sites and he kindly let us take...”
Hafsa
United Kingdom“The view is outstandingly stunning .. breathtaking and magical. I originally was meant to stay 2 nights but I extended. And if it weren’t I had work I would’ve extended to the rest of the month. Very strong shower and good hot water. Amazing WiFi....”
Hosted by Abdelshakour
9.6
Host Review Score
Abdelshakour
Welcome! I will make sure you will feel at home on this fantastic boat, and I will help you with anything during your stay. Feel free to ask me anything! There are just 2 rooms on the boat, so it's quiet and calm. You can either stay in one place (our standard spot is just across the botanical garden at Elephantine Island) or we can go to different places! Please contact me to discuss options! I can also organise different tours within Aswan, like kayaking, bird spotting, Philae Temple, Abu Simbel, Nubian Museum or Nubian village.
Here's an example if you want to go cruise:
Day 1: Check in Edfu at 1 pm, visit the temple, and spend the night in Edfu.
Day 2: cruise to Kom Ombo. Visit the temple. Spend the night.
Day 3: See Kom Ombo, sail to Aswan, check out at 5pm.
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Here's an example if you want to go cruise from aswan to edfu in two nights three days including meals and Hot drinks and water all the cruise :
Day 1 :
Check in at aswan around 12p.m start cruise to Kom ombo. At 13 p.m stop in nice land have lunch and complete the cruise until sunset time and take the night before Kom ombo temple at 19 p.m having dinner.
Day 2: early morning we will watching sunrise 🌄 with drinks coffee or any drink you need after having breakfast at 8:30 a.m after that Start cruise to visit Kom ombo temple after finishing visit temple cruise watching birds and amazing views . around at 13 p.m having lunch and cruise to selsla temple visiting the temple at sunset time we will stop at nice place and views.
Day 3 : watching sunrise 🌄 with drink
Having breakfast at 7 a.m after breakfast check out.
I organise car from edfu visiting edfu temple and go "to Luxor " with extra price
Hello! I'm a very helpful and friendly person and want to make you feel welcome in Egypt!
Our standard spot is just across the botanical garden at Elephantine Island, but as mentioned, we can also cruise to different places, like Edfu, Esna, Kom Ombo or Luxor!
Languages spoken: Arabic,English
Area info
Amenities of Houseboat Hotel and Nile Cruises Zainoba
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3
Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Beachfront
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Breakfast
House rules
Houseboat Hotel and Nile Cruises Zainoba takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property
Please inform Houseboat Hotel and Nile Cruises Zainoba of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
