Photo of the area, not of the hotelPhoto: Marc Ryckaert, CC BY 3.0Why stay here
- The river at the doorQueen House lists a private area on the river bank, and on the map it is the westernmost of the island guest houses in this guide. That side looks over the western channel towards the desert hills and the Tombs of the Nobles, the view most people come to Aswan for, rather than towards the city.
- A perfect score for Wi-FiGuests give its free Wi-Fi a 10 on Booking.com, the only perfect sub-score in our Aswan list. The other Aswan-area places in the guide score between 8.1 and 9.6 on this point, so if you need to work or upload photos, this matters.
- More hotel services than most guest housesIt lists a 24-hour front desk, a tour desk, room service, luggage storage, an airport shuttle and a restaurant with Nubian and Middle Eastern food. Booking trips and transfers in one place saves time on a short stay.
- The most relaxed check-outCheck-out is from 11:00 to 12:00, the latest of the island guest houses, which helps if your train or flight leaves in the afternoon.
Good to know before you book
- Comfort and facilities are the weak pointsIt scores 9.1 on Booking.com from 357 reviews (checked 11 Oct 2026). Facilities at 8.6 and comfort at 8.9 are the lowest sub-scores of the five island guest houses, while location (9.5) and staff (9.5) are strong.
- Twin bedsThe three room types it lists are a twin, a twin with terrace and a triple. If you want a double bed, ask before booking whether beds can be pushed together, or look at Kashta or Fadl Kato.
- The priciest of the budget island optionsAt around €40 a night for two in mid-January 2027 when we checked, it is still price tier 1 but costs more than ABU (€26), Fadl Kato (€31) and Kashta (€33). Prices change, so compare on your own dates.
- Farther from the ferry side that faces townBeing on the west side, you walk across the village to reach the ferries to the Corniche. The island is small, so it is minutes, not a hike, but plan for it with luggage.
Guest sub-scores on Booking.com
Average scores out of 10 from 357 reviews on Booking.com, checked on 11 Oct 2026.
Rooms
The base option is the twin with private bathroom (17 m²). For a little more, the twin with terrace gives you outdoor space, which is the reason to stay on this side of the island: pick it if you want to sit out at sunset. For three people, the triple with river view is the only room that promises the Nile by name.
The hotel lists air conditioning, a private bathroom, a balcony and a TV in the rooms, and breakfast is continental with local dishes. Pets are not allowed. Children are not covered by a stated age policy, so ask before booking if one will need an extra bed.
Room types listed on Booking.com
- Twin with private bathroom (17 m²)
- Twin with terrace
- Triple with river view
Getting there and around
From Aswan airport
The airport is about 15 km away in a straight line. Queen House lists an airport shuttle; arrange it before you arrive. Otherwise, take a taxi to the Corniche (roughly half an hour) and the public ferry across.
From Aswan railway station
The station is about 2.2 km in a straight line. Go south along the Corniche to the ferry landing, cross, and walk through the village to the west side.
To the sights
The Nubian Museum is about 1.0 km away and the Unfinished Obelisk 1.6 km, both on the east bank. From the west side of the island, boats to the Tombs of the Nobles and the west bank are a natural day plan; Philae (6.9 km) and the High Dam (13 km) need a car or tour, which the tour desk can arrange.
How it compares
Queen House against two island neighbours and a small mainland guest house with a pool, all in the budget tier.
| Hotel | Area | Booking.com score | Price level | Approx. price, 2 people |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen House | Elephantine Island (Nubian villages) | 9.1 (357) | € · Budget | €40 |
| Kashta Nubian Guest House | Elephantine Island (Nubian villages) | 9.7 (374) | € · Budget | €33 |
| Fadl Kato | Elephantine Island (Nubian villages) | 9.4 (291) | € · Budget | €31 |
| Aswan Nile Palace | South Corniche (East Bank) | 8.7 (1,312) | € · Budget | €44 |
Price for 2 adults, 12–15 January 2027, as shown on Booking.com on 11 Oct 2026.
Questions
Which side of Elephantine is Queen House on?
The west side, facing the western channel of the Nile and the desert hills with the Tombs of the Nobles.
Does Queen House have double beds?
The room types listed are twins and a triple. Ask the guest house before booking if you need a double bed.
Is the Wi-Fi good?
Guests score it 10 on Booking.com (checked 11 Oct 2026), the only perfect Wi-Fi score in our Aswan list.
Does it offer an airport transfer?
Yes, an airport shuttle is listed. Book it in advance and confirm the price.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in from 13:00 to 23:30 and check-out from 11:00 to 12:00.
What is its score?
9.1 on Booking.com from 357 reviews (checked 11 Oct 2026) and 4.9 on Google Maps from 52 reviews.
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