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Reviews of Al-Manara Hostel Siwa Oasis

The Old City Street (Shali) Second floor, 51714 Siwa, Egypt

#1 of 23 hotels in Siwa

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 75 hostel reviews

9.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.5

  • Comfort

    9.6

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    9.6

  • Staff

    9.9

  • Value for money

    9.6

  • Free WiFi

    9.4

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  • Reviewed: 16 May 2024

    10
    Perfect!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The place is well located, the rooms and the beds are big, I had AC on my room. It was truly comfortable. The location is ideal because you walk everywhere, you get tuk tuk right in front of the door. The managers/ owners have organized tours if you like or you design your own tour with the “house driver “ who is a “Habibi”!! ( He went to pick me up, on his own iniciativa, when he realized an outside tuk tuk driver had left me in a place. I highly recomend the Hostel!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 March 2024

    9.0
    The Oasis in the Oasis.
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Very helpful and friendly staff. The room and bed is good. Well equipped kitchen.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    During my stay there's one day that the pump is broke, so we were out of water, that was terrible but I believe it's unusual and the staff did his best, we got water next day. So I would say everything was quite ok.

    It's hostel but not bunk bed, you get your own bed.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 January 2024

    10
    Had an incredible hostel stay with a super clean, conveniently located place, and a standout owner, Abdal, who's war
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I had the most amazing hostel experience ever! The place is super clean and conveniently located. But what really makes it special is Abdal, the owner. He's an absolute gem! Such a warm and welcoming person who made the place feel like home. Plus, he helped us organize all our tours at really reasonable prices. I can't recommend this place enough! 😊🌟

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 January 2024

    10
    Siwa Desert
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I liked everything

    the hotel was exceptional..considering the circumstances..the owner a good man..ready to help you anytime

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 January 2024

    10
    Recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great stay! The host cooked us breaky and was super helpful loved it!

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed is huge and very comfortable. Its more like 2 people sharing 1 room rather than the hostel. so it was very quiet and comfortable during night. Room is with balcony and also they provide free laundry. The hotel has a very good vibe, u really meet people and travel around together. Good breakfast is the plus and also such a sweet host offers dinner for guests. ❤️ My stay was very comfortable and the hostel provided everything i needed

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing really! All was good!

    This hostel is located in the busy centre of Siwa very close to Shali Fortress and other attractions close by, lots of good restaurants, and lots of shops for snacks, groceries etc. The hostel itself feels more like a hotel, the rooms are very spacious, with only 2 beds in each room (perfect to get a good night sleep), beds are very comfortable, showers and toilets were always clean, with very nice showers and good water pressure! The owner Abdalla is one of the best persons you'll meet! He's very honest and treats everyone like friends!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 November 2023

    10
    highly enjoyable, great host
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Had such a an amazing stay with Abdalla. He is extremely welcoming and hospitable. He instantly makes the place feel like your home. He’s very social and is one of the nicest people you will ever meet. this place felt more like a hotel, with only two beds in the dorm, the other bed being unoccupied during my stay. It is very clean, there’s a kitchen you can use and he makes you a delicious breakfast every morning. I am so happy I got to stay here.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 November 2023

    9.0
    Would stay here again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I was totally happy. Breakfast is very minimal though but that's expected for the price. I didn't use the kitchen but it never seemed the cleanest.

    Not really a hostel but more of a two bedroom apartment with two beds each and you pay per bed. But that gave me almost a whole apartment to myself for the price of a dorm room. Host is very nice and friendly.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 October 2023

    10
    I-N-C-R-E-D-I-B-L-E
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Having to leave Siwa was the worst part

    This is by far the best hostel I’ve ever stayed in, simplicity makes it GREAT, Abdalla is the best host ever, he will prepare delicious breakfast for you every morning or share his own food with you, he’s always there to help and assist, if you have any questions or need something do not hesitate to ask him, I slept like a baby every night, there’s AC, fan, balcony, well illuminated room, washer machine, it has the best location in Siwa, I met great people there, 100 out of 100 for sure, thank you Abdalla for being so kind !!

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 October 2023

    10
    The best stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A/C, Clean, fast and stable wifi, stable and powerful hot shower! The owner abdola is amazing! He organized tour super nice! And he treated us like real friends not just like friendly.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 October 2023

    9.0
    Highly Recommended
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing at all.

    Location is just perfect. Everything is nearby. Breakfast was decent. The Hostel is managed by Abdallah, he was very helpful and polite. Wi-Fi was also very good. You can use washing machine as well.Hot shower was also very nice.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 October 2023

    10
    The Manager is so awesome to take care of all customers. He made arrangements for a day tour, sunset til-til ride, takin
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Location is in the middle of city center, A/C is equipped, big bed, clean toilet and shower, close to everywhere you want to go.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It's a bit noisy until midnight due to the cars. The electricity was off when I used the hair dryer😭

    WITH AIR-CONDITIONER! I lived in no AC room in Alexandria and Marsa Matruh, so I am surprised to see AC in my lovely room. The doona is thin so it's make me feel cool and comfy. They offer bath towel as well. There is a clean balcony for drying clothes. The host prepared a early and good breakfast for our early tour. All in all, it's a decent place to stay.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 September 2023

    10
    Excellent Host, Wonderful Place, Super Comfortable, Definitely Recommended to anyone visiting Siwa
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing..It was awesome.

    1. Abdalla is a fantastic host, very friendly alway ready to help.. 2. He organises the tuk tuk n car tours to Desert Sand Dunes, Salt Lakes etc at a great price 3. Hostel doesn't feel like a dorm room at all. It feels like a hotel with all the facilities 4. Wifi works great in all areas 5. Kitchen available if you want to make your own food. 6. Location is excellent. Right in the heart of the town

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 September 2023

    9.0
    Great place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    de nada

    Great location, one block from central square | affordable, good value, makes Siwa accessible for backpack travelers | effective, timely communication, kind host | clean, solid WiFi, hot shower, towel, air/con in bedroom, lockers | appreciated early check-in (following overnight bus from Cairo) | functional kitchen, nice breakfast provided |

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 August 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very comfortable place and friendly manager

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 August 2023

    10
    Hospitality
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Its fine ☺️

    Hospitality

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 August 2023

    9.0
    great hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A great hostel, Abdullah (the owner) is super helpful and kind, I had a great time there. Comfortable rooms, clean and in a good location.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very convenient and comfortable. The owner is hospitable and friendly. You feel at home.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 August 2023

    10
    Lovely, would definitely stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Common area was a little small so if you’re more social it’s harder to meet people

    Super clean, rooms had just two beds so I had plenty of privacy, bathroom was spacious, clean, and well replenished with toilet paper and soap. Air conditioning was very effective.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2023

    10
    Perfect stay in Siwa.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing not to like.

    Abdallah is the best host, he is so friendly and makes sure everything you want or need is organized for you. He even joined us to watch the sunset on top of the Shali fortress which is literally 3 min walk away. The location is just perfect for accessibility around town and to see everything you need to in Siwa. They have working A/C and fans so you can escape the unbearable heat outside. Beds were big and comfy. We enjoyed lovely local siwi tea with Abdallah and some other guests. It was perfect stay. Thank you Al Manara. ❤️

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 July 2023

    10
    Great place with great owner and great experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I can't think of anything to complain about.

    the owner of the hostel is such a passionate person about what he is doing. He treated the guests as friends, providing helpful information about the visit and he even drove me around when he is free. Breakfast is included which is nice and convenient. He cooked dinner with delicious chicken and local black tea. Facilities are provided including air conditioner. I highly recommend staying here when you visit Siwa.

    Stayed in July 2023

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