Adrere Amellal desert eco lodge is a timeless escape to ancient Egypt, feeing you not just from the mundane rituals of your daily routine, but from the clutches of the modern world as you know it.

Follow a pathway lit by oil lamps to a stone dinner table bathed in candle and moonlight; enjoy a moveable feast incorporating local organic ingredients bursting with the flavors and aromas of the Siwa Oasis; sleep under the stars. This is the agenda for the simple yet sublime Adrère Amellal desert eco lodge in Siwa, Egypt, a mud and salt-brick mirage built into the side of the majestic White Mountain above the shimmering Lake Siwa, its earth buildings blending naturally into the landscape.

There is no electricity, but you won’t miss it from the luxury of a palm shaded spring-fed Roman pool, just steps away from the endless Great Sand Sea. Each one of the hand-built 40 rooms is unique, combining distinction and authenticity. Furniture pays tribute to nature and to talented local artisans amidst the chic decor elements such as Bedoin Carpets, doors made out of palm trees, and beds of palm fronds.

Rate: From USD 460.00pn + tax