“It promots as Heisssa Camp, but it’s definitely not”

the location is great But this not Heissa Camp

“It was just like a dream out of the city noise”

Heissa Hostel was perfectly what we were looking for. A beautiful guesthouse on the Nile where we really felt like home. Om Youssef and Om Rayan, our hosts are absolutely the Highlight of our stay. Both are very kind and very helpful. They took care if the slightest details and made sure that we are having the best Experience. The food is so yummy, cooked with so much love ❤️ we can’t wait to come again ! We recommend it 100%

“Extremely saddened and dirty experience”

Nothing

“had an amazing time there thanks to Heista crew Um Yousef the hostess and Rehab the coordinator”

When there, you tend to let go of it all! What surprised me about this place is that it's very close to main sites across the city including the philae temple, the docks. Nubians are amazing !

Excellent hostel, beautiful view of the lake and amazing sunrise. The owner Biba is great. Food is delicious.

“We can have a relaxing time at a low cost”

It was a quiet place where I could relax. They suggested a better sightseeing plan and arranged for me to go to Abu Simbel.

The place is very quiet the people are very friendly and nice You will have the most delicious welcome drink 🍸 Rehab and Om yussef are very nice and had a lovely conversation with them

“See the local Nubian life and see the stars in a quiet village.”

This village is great if you want to experience local life. The staff here are really nice and always ready to help with a smile. It's very safe to walk around this island even at night. I felt comfortable with the Nubian people and trusted them completely. For those seeking conformity, this hostel may not align. But if you want to relax and enjoy the peacefulness while looking at the stars, this is the place to be

This is a really unique place to stay. You are on heissa island in a small Nubian community. When you wake up all you can hear is the birds and the Nile lapping at the shore of the island. The host family are really charming and friendly and the area outside is always free to use and relax in the sun. You can swim in the Nile or walk around the island and go to some of the cafes there. We had a really peaceful couple of days. The guest house is quite basic but has everything you need including ac in the rooms. The journey over to the island is also beautiful past Philae temple.

“A peaceful place to contemplate Nile and immerse yourself in Nubian culture”

Heissa Hostel is a hidden gem away from the hustle of Aswan, located on Philae Island. It's the perfect place to relax and immerse yourself in Nubian culture. To reach it, you'll need to take a boat, which can be shared or private. The shared rooms are spacious and clean, offering breathtaking views of the Nile River. You can enjoy both the sunrise from outside the Hostel, and sunset from the oposite side of the island. Rihab, the manager of the hostel, is incredibly helpful and knowledgeable about the area, ready to assist with any questions you may have. Since there are no restaurants on the island, they provide Egyptian breakfast, lunch, and dinner. While the prices may seem high, the portions are generous and diverse. Rihab, Intisar, and Salua were exceptionally welcoming, making me feel like part of the family. A heartfelt thank you to all you!

Rehab was a very helpful host. The place had real family vibes, as she said "it's not a hotel but just a Nubian home". As we arrived near the end of the season we were nearly the only ones and truly felt like we were staying at someone's home, amidst the lovely cooking ladies and their kids

“Lovely peaceful island retreat”

The tranquility, amazing nature and friendly service.

“Suitable for people who don’t have a very busy schedule”

great views and friendly staff

Beautiful scenic location and very friendly and helpful staff.

“This hostel is just a true gem - wonderful tranquil position and generally fantastic!”

This is a real gem of a hostel - the position outweighs everything else. Superb location and so lovely to be somewhere so beautiful and peaceful and to travel everywhere very cheaply by boat. The manager Rehab speaks fantastic English and is lovely and incredibly helpful. The other Nubian staff are also lovely. Don’t be put off by the basic shower - it’s hot with a great jet. Yousef the boat driver/helm is a cutie. Breakfast was good but no tea or coffee offered. Evening meal was simple and could be improved but it didn’t matter due to the location - the restaurant on the neighbouring island opposite the temple was great but try to avoid 8-9pm as that’s when the temple light show is on if you want a peaceful meal. Abu Simbel day trip was worth the drive. Visit Elephantine Island from Aswan and wander to the Green of the other side through the streets of the village - real rural Nubian life and well worth it. Also take a Felucca trip (about £5 or 200el per hour). Worth seeing the soul/market for the spice shops, real life and felafel making. Just a gem of a tranquil place to stay!

The location and views are just stunning. It's really a dream location. I wish I had more time to stay there. The staff is very helpful, they offered me a room instead of tent because it was empty and I had long day. The food was just delicious, home made by two very sweet Nubian ladies. I had a little gentleman picking me up on the boat, it's his hobby, no child explotation involved 😝 There is no Wi-Fi, which makes this location even better to fully disconnect and relax. The toilet is outside which isn't very comfortable if you need to wake up at night. The terrace and common area was beautiful, full Nubian style. I really loved chilling there. It's also very handy to visit Philae Temple, nearby. All in all, very special location that I'd totally recommend :)

“Most relaxing experience ever”

This place was so idyllic. I just loved it. The view on the Nile is so mesmerizing and the kayaking experience is also worth it. Rehab is one of the best organizers I’ve witnessed so far, she helps out with everything and finds a solution every time. Thank y’all for this amazing experience.

Wonderfull little place to deconnect and just watch the view and chill. Beutifull trip out to the island and nice food served on site.

The place is very beautiful as it is located directly on the Nile and near the Temple of Philae, away from the noise of the city. You can enjoy the stars at night and the sunrise as well. The service was also excellent, and the price was very reasonable for the value. Note: There are almost no supermarkets or fruit shops on the island, so you can bring them with you from Aswan :)

“A piece of paradise in the middle of Nilo river”

Specially loved the support I got from the manager and the whole staff in how to get there and recommendations for places to eat and activities to do on Heissa Island. I loved the fact that the place is run by women and the food was amazing. Also made nice connections with other travelers. Definitely would recommend it to anyone looking for an affordable, yet comfortable and easy-going stay in Heissa and escape the chaotic Aswan city. Views from the hostel are incredible.