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About this property
Hotel El Mesala offers a panoramic view across the Nile, opposite the great obelisk of the Luxor Temple. It features a swimming pool with a deck and sun loungers. It also has a rooftop restaurant and a large garden. Being near the main ferry and providing you with motor boat moorings, El Mesala can help to set up trips to the heart of the Nile Region such as Abydos, Dendera, Aswann, or even the Red Sea or Cairo. You can round off the day at the bar or relax in the sunny sitting areas of the garden. Free Wi-Fi, a minibar and a balcony are available in all air-conditioned rooms. Most of them provide you with views of the Nile River. Continental breakfast is available in the morning. The restaurant offers a variety of dishes, both traditional Egyptian meals as well as European ones. At night, Winter Palace and Luxor Temple are floodlit, allowing to take scenery pictures. There is a free shuttle to the airport, train and bus station. Valley of the Kings is 8 km away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- Room service
- Non-smoking rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Claudio
Italy
“Great location, nice clean rooms, OK Wi-Fi, nice restaurant terrace. West Bank is key to enjoy Luxor. If you stay on the East Bank you cannot walk on the street: you would be literally assaulted by locals offering boats, felucca, “my Ferrari”...” - Yasmin
Ireland
“Beautiful setting with views over the Nile - lovely comfortable room. Love this place and will miss it a lot! Karim is a fantastic host! I felt very safe as solo female traveller” - Kathleen
Australia
“The balcony was great The breakfast was ok but same every day.. Location was great” - Schneider
Switzerland
“You have the view to the Luxor Temple, the staff is really friendly and helpful. The rooms are fine. A good spot to start your tours to the valleys and Temples.” - Andreas
Germany
“Location is perfect. Right next to the nile.om the calm side. You can take the public ferry (Google maps shows location), for 10 to 20 Egyptian pounds. Very nice rooftop, clean and nice little pool. People working there are very nice. It's a...” - Rachael
United Kingdom
“Great sized room, super friendly team working there with a lovely rooftop restaurant serving great food. You are right next to the ferry spots (both public and for private boats) and near to the Valley of the Kings so it is a perfect spot for...” - Elisa
France
“- location - very nice staff which really tried to be helpful and make you feel welcomed - the rooftop restaurant was very fast and well priced (would reco to go) - nice room with balcony and view” - Christophe
United Kingdom
“Location is superb, view from the rooftop is splendid, very clean hotel, and friendly staff. All trips and visit well organised.” - Thomas
Egypt
“Great breakfast, great views, nice little pool. Super helpful staff without the hard sell for activities that you usually get in Egypt. Would love to comeback here with my kids and show them the wonders of Luxor. Highly recommend sunset sailing on...” - Paul
United Kingdom
“Great value small hotel in perfect location right on the river. Very clean, good food, amazing view. All of the staff are so friendly and welcoming, they make the place really special”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineLocal
- AmbianceTraditional
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
The fine print
Some nationalities can get an entry permit stamped in their passport upon arrival at the airport. Please check your visa requirements before travelling.
Please note that payments must be made directly to the hotel in cash only. El Masala Hotel accepts payment in most currencies, subject to exchange rates applicable on the day of payment.
Please note that for stays of 7 nights or more, guests will receive free pick-up from the airport, bus station, or train station. Please let El Mesala Hotel know your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking or contact the property.