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Benben By Dhara Hotels

4.5 star property
Lakefront hotel with 2 restaurants and full-service spa
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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Elite Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, River View | View from room
Tempur-Pedic beds, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
Executive Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, River View
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Executive Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, River View

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The price is NZ$525
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025

Explore the area

Map
Philae Island, Aswan, Aswan Governorate
  • Temple of Isis
    3 min walk
  • Philae Temple
    4 min walk
  • Philae
    8 min walk
  • Aswan (ASW-Aswan Intl.)
    17 min drive

Room options

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Premium Double Room

Premium Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Tempur-Pedic bed
Blackout curtains
  • 20 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Tempur-Pedic beds, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Tempur-Pedic bed
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Tempur-Pedic beds, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Tempur-Pedic bed
Blackout curtains
  • 29.8 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Tempur-Pedic beds, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Signature Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
LED TV
Free extra futon mattress
  • 43 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

View all photos for Executive Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, River View

Executive Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, River View

Executive Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, River View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Free extra futon mattress
Tempur-Pedic bed
  • 86 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Sofa Beds OR 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Elite Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, River View

Elite Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, River View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Free extra futon mattress
Tempur-Pedic bed
  • 96 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Signature Double Room

Signature Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
LED TV
Free extra futon mattress
  • 46 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Tempur-Pedic beds, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Junior Studio Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Free extra futon mattress
Tempur-Pedic bed
  • 76 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds OR 1 Single Sofa Bed

View all photos for Premium Double Room

Tempur-Pedic beds, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premium Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Tempur-Pedic bed
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Tempur-Pedic bed
Blackout curtains
  • 17 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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The price is NZ$452
for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Aswan

A luxury stay in Aswan awaits you at Benben By Dhara Hotels. Within a short 5-minute stroll, you'll find Temple of Isis and Philae Temple. Highlights at this hotel include 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and a full-service spa. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages along with detox wraps, body wraps and aromatherapy. The restaurant, YAM, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Philae Bar is the hotel's own rooftop bar. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a Turkish bath/hammam and a snack bar/deli. Each morning free continental breakfast is offered between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 4.5-property class Aswan hotel include Philae and Nile.

What's nearby

  • Temple of Isis - 3 min walk
  • Philae Temple - 4 min walk
  • Philae - 8 min walk
  • Aswan Dam - 19 min drive
  • Elephantine Island - 29 min drive

Getting around

  • Aswan (ASW-Aswan Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪دجاج كنتاكى - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪ماكدونالدز - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪كشري علي بابا - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪جمبريكا - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪قهوه الخياميه - ‬30 min drive

About this property

Benben By Dhara Hotels

Lakefront hotel with 2 restaurants and full-service spa
Benben By Dhara Hotels offers its guests a full-service spa. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a nearby snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at the luxury Benben By Dhara Hotels.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4.5-star Aswan hotel.

  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
Benben By Dhara Hotels offers 24 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features outdoor private hot tubs and minibars. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Tempur-Pedic mattresses. 42-inch LED televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, dressing gowns, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks, laptop-compatible safes and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

The on-site spa has 4 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with a mud bath, a sauna, a hot tub, a steam room and Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic and hydrotherapy. The spa is open daily.

Languages

Arabic, English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Philae
  • Philae Bar
  • YAM
  • Yam Terrac

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Dock
  • In the mountains
  • On the bay
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Mud bath
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa tub
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages
  • Thalassotherapy
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via Boat to the property; guests must contact the property at least 24 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Benben By Dhara Hotels

Children and extra beds

  • Children 16 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 16 are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the heated pool
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the heated pool. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 16 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Benben By Dhara Hotels.

Property is also known as

Benben By Dhara Hotels Hotel
Benben By Dhara Hotels Aswan
Benben By Dhara Hotels Hotel Aswan

Frequently asked questions

Is there a spa on site at Benben By Dhara Hotels?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Benben By Dhara Hotels. It has a hot tub, a steam room, a sauna and a mud bath. You'll enjoy heaps of services like detox wraps, body wraps and body scrubs, as well as hot stone massages.

How much does it cost to stay at Benben By Dhara Hotels?

As of 18 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Benben By Dhara Hotels on 5 Jan 2025 start from NZ$525.03, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What luxury perks are available at Benben By Dhara Hotels?

Benben By Dhara Hotels features a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 2 bars. All guestrooms come with Hot tubs and Tempur-Pedic beds.

What makes Benben By Dhara Hotels a romantic place to stay?

A hot tub and couples spa treatments, as well as Hot tubs and rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Benben By Dhara Hotels.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Benben By Dhara Hotels?

Yep, all rooms come with private hot tubs.

Does Benben By Dhara Hotels serve breakfast?

You bet, free continental brekkie is available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Benben By Dhara Hotels?

No, Benben By Dhara Hotels does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Benben By Dhara Hotels?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Benben By Dhara Hotels's onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Benben By Dhara Hotels?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Benben By Dhara Hotels?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Benben By Dhara Hotels Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 60 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Donovan

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and environment , staffs are very friendly. It’s a great place for vacation. We regret to stay one day only. We will book here when we come back to Aswan.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ayaka

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very exotic remote serene beautiful place unlike a regular hotel. Loved it once in a lifetime to experience.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becca

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jang Won

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall good.
The boat ride was always fun and the food was good. Service was also good. The pick up services are a little pricy considering the cost of living there, but was more professional.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

sine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing location on an island. Excellent staff and service. The food and juices were incredible. Would recommend sun loungers in patio area. Jacuzzi was not warm. They staff tried to hear it up but it didn’t work
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee, Canyon Lake

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
While a little tricky to get to, especially at night, this property is absolutely gorgeous. The staff is superb in every way. The breakfast was delicious. This hotel is a gem - I only wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Kshitiz

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff and the views save this place. The restaurant staff, the housekeeping, and the boat guys are very nice and helpful, always greet you with a friendly smile. The hotel needs repairs though. The jacuzzi malfunctions, and the SHOWER needs big improvement. Stayed at room 403, and the shower cannot give proper temperature water; either too hot that can hurt you, or too cold, which made the showet experience uncomfortable. Mosquito nets needs better renovation and please put mosquito nets or repellants in rooms, as mosquitos are not something the hotel can control, but can simply help the customer experience be better by working on these points. Again, the hotel staff is the best, the restaurant staff, the boat guys, expecially Ahmad, are top notch! Manager is also kind and helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ferenc Bence

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully situated and designed hotel. Unlike many alternatives, it is in a distance from Aswan city, creating a very peaceful environment. Also, it is close to the Philae temple complex. If arranged with the hotel, the boat ride there and back is expensive (currently 30 dollars), but is simpler and more flexible than from the main dock (e.g. for checking out the original location of the temples, birdwatching). The only negative we fould was the water temperature of the jacuzzi - probably not an issue in summer, but felt a bit chilly in January. Finally, two suggestions for management: - Play local music in the restaurant, while jazz was better, pop songs are really not a good fit for the property. - Sell the beautiful traditional pottery used in the restaurant as a side business. We tried to purchase coffee cups and a pitcher, but unfortunately it was not possible.

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique and dramatic hotel on island of granite boulders overlooking the Philae Temple. Lovely warm rooms. Great food and spectacular views from the terrace. Downside is that everywhere is a steep climb or series of stairs. Not for the mobility impaired or elderly. If you’re young and active, a perfect spot.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ahmed

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breathtaking oasis with stunning views
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Medhat

Liked: Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I understand why people like it, but.
My husband and I stayed at BenBen for 1 night. We were originally supposed to stay for 2 nights but decided it wasn't for us and ended up moving to a different hotel. I don't think it's a bad hotel, the aesthetic is nice, it's very niche, but it just wasn't a good fit for us. I am leaving this review only because when we booked this hotel we only saw 10/10 reviews and didn't feel that this was our experience. Some things to consider- you are on an island. It takes at least 15 minutes to get to to the hotel or onto the mainland by boat. This was challenging with early sightseeing tours but obviously no fault of the hotel, we just wish we realized the gravity of how isolated the hotel felt to us. This may be a major perk for some, just not for us, and that's OK. It's also a dry hotel, they advertise this and make sure you know before you go. Again, no fault of the hotel but we didn't realize how much we like the option of a pool and bar to enjoy during vacation. Overall the service was alright. Not bad, but not as friendly as other places we stayed in Egypt. We did think the food was some of the best we had while in Egypt. Us deciding to switch to a different hotel wasn't the fault of BenBen, but the things I mentioned are simply priorities of ours that I wish we would have realized before booking. I can understand why people like this hotel, it just wasn't a good fit for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an amazing location - the hotel is built on a series of levels high on a rock outcrop that overlooks the ancient Egyptian Philae Temple with stunning 360° views. The rooms are each individually designed, all have pools or spas, and the staff are wonderful. You can only reach the hotel by boat so it’s not the place for busy executives (although WiFi is very good.) there’s the BenBen meditation rock and lots to think about.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mélody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liliana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, very friendly staff and amazing spa. Also the food is delicious. Hope we stayed for more days
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gladys

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The boat ride to the property was amazing and the rooms were even more amazing. The staff was very pleasing and our dinner and view has no words. 2 thumbs up for BenBen
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sayran

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of the coolest, most relaxing and wonderful places we have ever stayed before. This was such a treat for us, everything was wonderful from the moment we stepped into the hotel, the staff was so welcoming and friendly and did everything they could to make sure we had a lovely stay. It is designed beautifully and our room felt so special. Definitely a highlight of our trip to Egypt and we wish we had more time at the Ben Ben. We also loved the live music every night at dinner, the Nubian music was beautiful. We will definitely be coming back to Aswan for many reasons and this hotel is one of those reasons.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023