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Eskaleh Nubian Ecolodge

Abu Simbel City, Abu Simbel, Egypt
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Herten, The Netherlands
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2013

All the good comments about his lodge are true. If you go to Abu Simbel we would recommend to stay here at least a night and have dinner. Their food is indeed very good. We don't understand why somebody would call this lodge expensive, since it truly isn't. We are used to 5* resorts all over the world. This offcourse... More

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Thornhill, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013

Yes, we came to Abu Simbel to see the temple and the giant statues but what a surprise to find a real ecolodge 40 km from the border with Sudan! Others have already written about the Nubian style house and rooms but it is really worth writing about the owner's ongoing work to irrigate the property and his success at... More

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Chicago, Illinois, USA
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2013

There are not a lot of overnight lodging options in Abu Simbel, but this hotel is a decent, if expensive, option in town. Eskaleh is a peaceful and quiet place that feels like a mix of a Nubian home stay and an African safari lodge. The hotel is located just off the main road through town (Temple to Airport road),... More

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Boston, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

It would be worth staying at Eskaleh even if it weren't at Abu Simbel--but if you're really after the temples, Eskaleh makes that better too. All the great things about the place aside, just for logistical reasons staying at Eskaleh makes it easier to enjoy Abu Simbel. You avoid the mid-day heat and busloads--the three of us had the monuments... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2013

We stayed one night in the superior room with good A/C. The place was neat (Nubian style) and staff were friendly. One could see Lake Nasser from the roof top. It was good that there were mosquito nets in the room although it was kind of weird to have two nets for one big bed. Basically, the big bed was... More

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Searsmont, Maine
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2013

If you are going to Abu Simbel, it is worth it spend a night so that you can see the temple at dawn. And the Eskaleh Lodge is a great place to treat yourself to. The rooms are clean and comfortable, the building and grounds are beautiful and the food is wonderful. Plus, the staff is very friendly and helpful.A... More

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Kings Creek, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 February 2013

Our Tour Operator recommended this Ecolodge and we could not have been happier. Unfortunately we only had one night here and wished we had been able to stay longer. The food was absolutely delicious the chicken tagine was too die for - I did try to get the recipe but was assured this was secret..... Our room was large and... More

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Sydney, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 February 2013

We (my boyfriend and I plus 2 friends) stayed for 1 night at Eskaleh and absolutely fell in love with the place and its setting. The meals were great as well and the staff made us feel welcome. Everything had been going smoothly until it was time to pay for the 1hr boat ride. According to Lonely Planet's Egypt 2012... More

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Seattle, Washington
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 January 2013

!Absolutely the biggest secret of all Egypt-this place is a fantastic small hotel and restaurant. Our small group enjoyed one of the finest meals we have had in all of Egypt this evening after the Sound & Light show. Hospitable, friendly, beyond wonderful food--we didn't want to return to Cairo! We thought we should just take up personal residency....it was... More

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Luxembourg City, Luxembourg
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 January 2013

If you are going to Abu Simbel, I recommend that you stay at least one night in order to see the light and sound show during the evening and the two temples during the sunrise. The Abu Simbel temples are within walking distance (20 minutes). The dinner was excellent and the main dish (fish tagine) probably the best meal we... More

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Additional Information about Eskaleh Nubian Ecolodge

Also Known As:
Eskaleh Nubian Ecolodge Hotel Abu Simbel
Eskaleh Nubian Ecolodge Hotel
Address: Abu Simbel City, Abu Simbel, Egypt
Region: Egypt > Nile River Valley > Aswan Governorate > Abu Simbel
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Restaurant Room Service
Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 1 Speciality lodging in Abu Simbel
Price range (per night): ₹3,469 - ₹4,626
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Eskaleh ..... an Eco-Lodge Guest House , located a few minutes away from Abu Simble temples , marvelously overlooking the Lake Nasser, where Nubia was located. The hotel was built using natural materials such as Nile mud bricks. With a maximum capacity of 16 guest , Eskaleh ensures the best services for its guests in a relaxing , natural and warm atmosphere... ... more   less 

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