If I could award the Life Pyramids Inn 2 one hundred stars I would. The accommodation is spotless with comfortable beds and a good strong shower. Our host and owner, Mohammed, was welcoming and so incredibly helpful with tips and advice on everything you could possibly need. This is a wonderful gem of a hotel which is family run. Mohammed’s mother cleans the room every day and cooks up the most delicious Egyptian breakfasts. Sam, Mohammeds brother, is a delightful host too and always quick to hand out bottled water.
And as for the view from the terrace…breathtaking! You have a clear unobstructed view of the great pyramids which is literally minutes away. I could never tire of this view and actually felt very emotional when I caught my first glimpse. Every day Mohammed checks in with you to make sure you are having the best possible experience. He is funny, friendly and we all got along famously. Mohammed has a fiend and driver called Deesha who we used nearly every day. His English, like Mohammed’s, is very good and he also has a great sense of humour - he’s also a safe and excellent driver which is essential in Egypt!
I have always wanted to see the pyramids so as a birthday treat, my husband obliged. On the night in question, Mohammed, Sam and his mother presented me with the most delicious birthday cake which he later shared with all the other guests. This is so typical of this lovely family. As seasoned travellers this holiday is one that stands out the most. The rich ancient history, the views, museums and mosque (Mohammed Ali Pasha) visit to the fabulous Khan el-Kalili market, the list goes on. But what made the difference was staying with Mohammed and his family and friend.