We really liked this place. Built in local style with many local touches like wall hangings, mats, paintings it's built on a hillside so expect steps and a torch is useful at night. Our room was at the top and had French windows onto a shared terrace with lovely views. Some of the rooms were darker and smaller we were told. The food is freshly cooked here and very good. The staff are friendly and helpful. There is a small shop which had well priced souvenirs. The gardens were attractive with little sitting areas. We would have given this 5 stars if the rooms had had fans as the weather was still very hot and it was difficult to sleep.

As the title says, those were the highlights of a great escape from the noisier bits of Egyptian travel. Great meals, lovely staff. Swimming pool rather retro, but fine. Rooms beautifully cool and perfectly furnished.

the moment we arrrived at Qasr El Bawity, we felt at home, the staff were great, helpful, the dates drink for our welcoming us was tasty, the rooms great, gardens lush and the vegetable garden just great, every one of our family enjoyed one thing.
the trip to the oasis and the white desert was organized by the hotel and it was sure a memorable trip, we would love to come to this paradise over and over again

We have stayed in this hotel several times and truly enjoy our time there. This is not the budget choice. If you are just looking for a place to lay your head before heading to the desert, there are much cheaper options. GUIDELINES: This is in a desert oasis of Egypt. It is a relatively remote destination - manage your expectations accordingly. No internet, no television, no in-room telephone, refrigerator, etc. TIPS: Allow time to enjoy the property. Slow down... In daytime hours take a hike behind the hotel or in the date palm oasis, cool down with a swim, watch the donkey and horse carts go by, and relax with a book. Enjoy the evening with a soak in the hot springs (limited hours), a delicious hot dinner, and local music around the fire while enjoying tea (and a smoke of the waterpipe if you choose). With advance notice, they arrange 4 by 4 excursions into the nearby white and black deserts.