I’ve finally gathered reviews and comments about Mara House and our Salahadeen Restaurant here on my own website. There aren’t many for Salahadeen, as it’s been open only to Mara House guests for years and TripAdvisor has since removed those reviews. These come from TripAdvisor, Google Maps, guest blogs, letters, and other kind words shared over time. Some are missing, as I hadn’t realized TripAdvisor began deleting reviews from tour guests who did their tours with us but who didn’t stay at Mara House. I hope these words give you a true sense of who we are and what Mara House is all about. Enjoy, Mara
"Mara House was excellent - partly the spare but beautiful appointed rooms, and mostly the expert advice and support of its proprietor, Mara.
She proffered advice as to where to eat, where to purchase chandeliers like the ones throughout her hotel (alas the store did not have them in stock), and with her passion for Egyptian antiquities and the fascinating alternative theories possible around them, excellent advice as to where to go for tours. I had very little time there - 2 full days and 1 one night - but her recommendation to go to see the temples Abydos & Dandera was dead on.
The hotel has a lovely dining area, sitting room/bar, a roof garden. Breakfast is included and served in your room. On some days - and I was lucky enough to sample this before I went to catch my flight - a delicious Egyptian tasting menu is served - and if you like, it can be delivered to your room.
Mara herself is an Irishwoman who has been in Egypt for 8 years, so she knows all the ins-and-outs of Westerners travelling in Egypt, dealing with local inhabitants very keen to sell you something and so forth. Ask her about her life story and her thoughts on ancient Egypt, and she'll be happy to tell you!
All in all a very satisfying stay!"
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- Mara House Luxor – your home away from home
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Photos of Our Suites – Take a look at the rooms you’ll call home.
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Mara House Guest Gallery – Faces and memories from over the years.
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Salahadeen Restaurant & Feast – The story behind our restaurant and its exclusive menu.
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(Coming Soon: Photo Journal of Mara House – from the first brick to today.)