Shahaina - Nileview Authentic Mudbrick Farm

Shahaina Guesthouse is set in a typical egyptian farm built in mudbricks (adobe) right on the Nile shore, enjoying a breathtaking view on the river and Theban mountains. Located on the east bank, it is 10 minutes from the great temple of Karnak, north of Luxor, an oasis of calm in a small Egyptian village untouched by mass tourism, a real experience of egyptian life.

Carefully renovated, the house is simple yet warm and comfortable. You can relax in the indoor garden or different lounge areas, even climb on the rooftop for a marvellous panoramic view.

The large double bedroom looks directly on the Nile and the banana fields nearby. It has a warm and cosy feeling with soft ligts and fabrics.
The bathroom with shower is shared, towels and hairdryer are provided.

Breakfast is included. On request, we can also prepare a typical dinner (not included in the price), or direct you to some good restaurants.

I am living in Luxor, were I work as a conservator in Karnak Temple with a French research center. I would thus be able to help you organize your visits in Luxor, easily accessible with the public network of microbus or by taxi. Afterward, you can easily cross the Nile to visit the tombs and funerary temples on the west bank.
Luxor is also ideally situated to further visit Upper Egypt (They are trains to Aswan living every hour, and a boat for Dendera every tuesday. Otherwise cars can be arranged)

I look forward to share a piece of Egyptian life with you.



Please note:
Cancellation policy: 48h advance notice
Late cancellation or noshow – one night charge
Payment upon arrival by cash only

Check in from 14.00 (flexible)
Check out before 12.00 (flexible - you can leave your luggage and use some of the house facilities after check out)

Breakfast included
Taxes included

Please note that we charge an additional 12euro/100 EGP for cleaning fee.
At the moment children cannot be hosted due to work in progress on the terrace which makes it unsafe.

Directions

A trusted taxi can pick you up at the train station or at Luxor airport and bring you to the village, and return you at the end of your stay. Price can vary but is typically around 100 EGP.
The taxi driver will wait for you outside the Arrival building with a sign Shahaina Guesthouse or your name on it.

If you choose to come on your own, you should direct the driver to Karnak, Hilton hotel. Then it is the first street on the left after the Hilton Hotel, in the village of Shahaina.

The street is too narrow for the car to come under the house, so gice us a call for us to pick you and your luggage for the last 50m along the river.

Facilities

Breakfast Included, Internet Access, Laundry, Credit Cards Accepted, Lift / Elevator