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- Excellent65%
- Very good29%
- Average6%
- Poor0%
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Free Wifi
Free Parking
Breakfast included
Air Conditioning
Pool
Non-Smoking Rooms
Restaurant
Airport Transportation
Room Service
Suites
Wheelchair Access
Laundry Service
Rooftop Terrace
Private Balcony
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3 Star Hotel
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Andrew G
Texas Gulf Coast, Texas
Reviewed 2 March 2015 It has pretty rustic (to be polite) rooms, but for a $30 a night budget hotel, the best view in Luxor. For that price, I got a large balcony overlooking the Nile. The restaurant and staff were great and would send someone to run out...More
Thank you for taking the time to write a review, we are glad you enjoyed the west bank life and the view. We hope to see you again, if revisit Luxor
2poorkitties
Denver, Colorado
Reviewed 6 February 2015 El Masala is a lovely quaint hotel on the West Bank of the Nile. Except for the fact that the neighborhood power went out twice during our stay (obviously not the fault of the hotel) it was a great place to stay. But then again...More
Many thanks for taking the time to post such a positive review for us. It is much appreciated!
Jennifer K
Al Ain, United Arab Emirates
Reviewed 2 January 2015 The hotel was just what we needed - a clean and safe place to sleep, and a view of the Nile. We loved the food they brought in for us - kushari and falafel. The lunch they packed for us was also great. The staff...More
Thank you for your kind review. I am so glad you enjoyed your stay with us.
TravelFollies
Boulder, Colorado
Reviewed 16 December 2014 We are enjoying a wonderful stay at the El Mesala. I've visited all over Egypt many times and this is by far the best hotel I've stayed in. The staff are delightful, providing excellent service with joyful smiles. The rooms are wonderfully appointed, with balconies...More
Thank you for your review. We are very happy that you enjoyed your stay with us and we hope to see you again in the future.
Reviewed 9 December 2014 via mobile On the quieter West Bank, an easy ferry or motor boat ride across, clean and spacious rooms with large balcony overlooking the Nile and a roof top restaurant serving beer - perfect after seeing the sights. Run by one laid-back brother and another rather 'in...More
Thank you for your review. We are very happy that you enjoyed your stay with us and we hope to see you again in the future.
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Amenities
Top amenities
Free Parking
Restaurant
Pool
Breakfast included
Room Service
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Hotel Amenities
Free Parking
Airport Transportation
Breakfast included
Laundry Service
Room Service
Breakfast Available
Room amenities
Air Conditioning
Refrigerator in room
Things to do
Restaurant
Pool
Outdoor pool
Details
Price range
US$22 - US$38 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
Hotel class
Star rating provided by Expedia.
Room types
Non-Smoking Rooms, Family Rooms, Suites, Smoking rooms available
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Family and Play Areas (2)
"Views over the Nile are especially good."
"Front rooms for Nile and Luxor Temple views"
"Room with a balcony has a nice view of the Nile."
"Room with Nile view at the 3 floor"
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