Top Hotels in Nile River Valley
- 1. Kato Dool Nubian House
- 2. Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan
- 3. Movenpick Resort Aswan
- 4. Steigenberger Nile Palace Luxor Hotel
- 5. Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa
- 6. Sofitel Winter Palace Luxor
- 7. Sonesta St. George Hotel Luxor
- 8. Nefertiti Hotel
- 9. Steigenberger Resort Achti
- 10. Jolie Ville Hotel & Spa - Kings Island, Luxor
Top Things to do in Nile River Valley
10 Top-Rated Hotels in Nile River Valley
The mighty Nile has been providing Egypt with water for millennia. Deserving of its reputation as the world's largest open-air museum, the Nile River Valley contains thousands of monuments at sites such as Luxor and Aswan. Don't miss the city of temples ar Karnak, the dozens of tombs in the Valley of the Kings, the massive rock temples of Abu Simbel or vast and powerful Luxor Temple. Visitors can float by these astounding sites on a felucca boat or cruise ship or catch a train from Cairo.
Things to do in Nile River Valley
1. Kato Dool Nubian House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 84 reviews
An authentic Nubian House at the west bank of the River Nile in Aswan with magnificent Nile view, conveying the Nubian culture and heritage of architecture, hospitality, cuisine and traditions. A perfect choice for couples, families and nomads pursuing an adventurous sensation of culture, nature and activities. The resort offers 18 vibrantly designed rooms, the majority with a Nile view. All rooms are airconditioned with private bathrooms, closets and Minibar. Kato Dool open-air Restaurant & Café offers a wide variety of menus from Nubian traditional cuisine to Oriental vegan and vegetarian menus. For an extra dimension of culinary experience, guests can enjoy late lunch at Kato Dool Felucca and unwind on the Nile shores. For an extra dimension of culinary experience, guests can enjoy late lunch or arrange special events at Kato Dool Felucca and unwind on the Nile shores. Tailored relaxing retreat programs can be arranged to nurture the body, mind and soul including Yoga and Meditation exercises. Exciting leisure excursions can be arranged to Abu Simbel, Philae Temple, Nubian Museum, Kalabsha Temple, High Dam. In addition to special outdoor activities to explore the beauty of mother nature in Aswan through Felucca, Hiking, Sandboarding, Camel Riding and Hot Sand or Nile Mud Baths. Nearby landmarks: Nubian Village is just a few steps from the resort (0.1 mi), Archangel Michael’s Coptic Orthodox Cathedral (2.3 mi) and Unfinished Obelisk (2.3 mi) make Kato Dool Nubian House a great place to stay when visiting Aswan. Enjoy your stay in Aswan!
Basic accommodation
Reviewed By puji1812Very basic accommodation. Service is amazing ( though there is language gap ), people are very warm ...but many downsides especially if you go with children. Wifi is not working , no water is provided in the room. Very very basic room service . Everything is over priced in the village. However , village people are extremely warm .
2. Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2573 reviews
Hotel Complex encompassing famous Victorian-style Cataract Hotel & adjacent high-rise New Cataract Hotel (1963).
Very nice stay
Reviewed By 220amrbWe have enjoyed our stay to max , very beautiful location , amazing view over the nile river with awesome spa area and indoor swimming pool , food and staff are a real assets for the place thank u for every one
3. Movenpick Resort Aswan
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2850 reviews
Mövenpick Resort Aswan provides a tranquil environment of lush tropical gardens and magnificent views of the River Nile . Located on its own island , the hotel offers 404 rooms & suites , 6 restaurants & bars , two swimming pools , recreation facilities and lavish landscape. What really defines the resort is the exceptional connection with nature and a high level of sustainable hospitality which make it a great destination for responsible tourists. The resort includes a state of the art birdwatching station , a deer farm , fish pond where guests can enjoy their catch of the day cooked to their taste . The massive organic farm of 40,000 m2 including 2500 fruitful trees providing fresh produce to the kitchen , all day welcome drink station and beautiful flower arrangements to decorate the lobby . Sustainable activities include energy & water saving , compost production from food waste , waste segregation and an extraordinary level of community service. We are very proud to have over 90% of our team from Aswan
Friends summer adventure and 40th birthday trip
Reviewed By NurseLori123This was a stop along the way for us, 2 of the 3 of us turned 40 this year and we went on a 3 week adventure. Visiting the Movenpick Aswan was a refreshing stay. The rooms were nice, the beds were comfortable, the bathrooms/showers were big enough for a couple of girls to be able to move around and get ready. All of the staff were so pleasant and friendly, especially guest relations and the restaurants. They even helped us celebrate our birthdays! Would absolutely stay here again and wished we were staying longer!
4. Steigenberger Nile Palace Luxor Hotel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3203 reviews
The 5-star Steigenberger Nile Palace is situated in the heart of Luxor and provides modern accommodation with stunning views of the Nile. The spacious rooms are air-conditioned and feature satellite TV. Most rooms have a balcony and all are filled with natural light. Nile Palace Luxor Hotel is conveniently located within a short walk of Luxor's large shopping district. Guests can make use of the fitness center, sauna, and massage. Luxor Temple is 1 km away. Nile Palace Luxor offers a wide choice of restaurants, serving Lebanese, Italian, Fine Dining and international cuisine. Guests can make use of the fitness center and sauna. The hotel also offers a 24-hour front desk and the in house Travel Desk can help organize local tours. The East Bank is a great choice for travelers interested in temples, museums and history.
Book an Executive Room with balcony and expansive Nile view
Reviewed By KV1234We booked an Executive Suite with Nile View for 6 nights. The room is large, approx. 740 sq ft, and has a full length balcony with 2 loungers and 2 chairs overlooking the Nile. We were very pleased with the room. It had been recently renovated and the airconditioning worked very well. There was a very comfortable bed and we would recommend paying the extra money for the Executive Suite so you can get the great sunsets and views of the river and West Bank that is lit up at night. Room service is also very good and we tipped accordingly. Our flight arrived in Luxor at midnight and a free transfer was included with the Executive Suite so no midnight haggling required. Tips are expected to be paid in Egypt and whilst we didn’t have any Egyptian money when we arrived we had some USD currency and that works well. There is an ATM at the entrance to the hotel but that didn’t work for our UK bank card but the ATM across the road and up 7 steps worked very well and dispensed Egyptian currency. Getting small denominations to tip hotel staff is very difficult. The reception only occasionally had notes smaller than 50 EGP. If they had more change then the staff would get more tips. Service is well meaning at the hotel but a little off western standards. The swimming pool started producing algae blooms and the pool attendants did nothing. I spoke with the Guest Relations Manager and the Front of House Manager and they did come and look at the pool but didn’t have a plan to get it fixed either. After I refused to leave reception until something was done for this obvious health hazard, they contacted the hotel manager, Hesham Shehab, and he took one look at the pool and realised that there was a big issue and called a maintenance company in who uncovered that the pool filters were clogged up and not circulating the water. I suggested to Mr Shehab that his management team need a daily checklist and one of these items should be checking the pool. He gave me platitudes in return but it was clear they prefer to be reactive rather than proactive. We had dinner in the hotel every night as the Steigenberger restaurants are near the top of the list on Tripadvisor and there were no obvious alternatives. The Lebanese restaurant in the inner courtyard didn’t look inviting but we did try the Italian restaurant. We sat at a table on the Italian restaurant’s terrace but smoking was allowed there and so we moved inside which was a touch frosty from the airconditioning. For the other 4 nights we dined on the bar’s terrace. The hotel wasn’t very full and no-one was smoking on the bar’s terrace and our server explained that we could order food from the bar menu, Italian restaurant, Asian restaurant or Lebanese restaurant. This worked very well and the food always came out quickly and was good so we tipped accordingly. A word of caution with the cocktails. There are 2 prices… one using local spirits (160++ EGP = 11 USD) and one using imported spirits (360++ EGP = 25 USD). We drank the Whiskey Sours every night using the local spirits and these were good but there wasn’t really any other local cocktail that was ok and USD 25 is insane for a cocktail. In case management read this review I would suggest reducing the brightness of the light in the bar inside area as it is like giant spotlights and too harsh. The terrace lighting was fine. We spent 6 hours every morning exploring Luxor and the afternoons were spent by the pool which was a good mix. There is plenty to do for 5 days and it is worth buying the USD 200 Luxor pass that includes entrance to the amazing SETI I tomb, Queen Nefertari tomb and King Tut’s Tomb not to mention, many other amazing sites and you save over 100 USD with the pass. The only site we paid extra for was Dendera that is a 90 minute drive away and that was only 4 USD. We researched all of the accommodation options in Luxor before we came and the decision came down to the Sofitel or the Steigenberger. We walked past the Sofitel when visiting Luxor temple and it looked very very tired so for the moment the Steigenberger has the best accommodation but we did see a Four Seasons hotel is in the process of being built and the foundation has been laid. We really enjoyed our time at the Steigenberger in the Executive Room.
5. Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa
Overall Ratings
5 based on 2780 reviews
If you desire to visit Luxor, you will find Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa the ideal base from which to explore the rich and ancient culture of the Nile Valley. Situated on the east bank, you can enjoy glorious, unobstructed views of the river Nile from our unique, water's edge location, with the largest waterfront on the Nile. Luxor is the site of ancient Thebes, and has a legendary reputation as the world’s finest open air museum, with an unparalleled range of historic monuments. The Temple of Karnak and Valley of Kings are on our doorstep. Our newly renovated resort & spa offers the ultimate in luxury, unparalleled in Luxor. Lounge in one of our five stylish bars, perhaps smoking a shisha pipe while gazing at the Nile. Sample the finest in Egyptian, Eastern and international cuisine in one of our three restaurants Rosetta, Olives and Silk road. Hilton Luxor boasts a World Class Spa covering an area of 1,150 m², including a beautiful garden, a 160 m2 Spa Infinity Pool, and 12 individual treatment rooms. Our palatial Karnak ballroom is the most contemporary and cutting-edge Nile Valley venue for corporate events and celebrations.You will find the attention to service as immaculate as the hotel’s contemporary Arabic design, At Hilton Luxor our highly trained and dedicated staff will make you feel like a Pharaoh during your Egypt holiday.
Fantastic 5* Hotel
Reviewed By jawsie1This really is an excellent Hilton hotel. The staff were all friendly and helpful, and didn’t over pressure for tips. Food is good, and the rooms and general facilities are excellent. The pool area is also first class, with a beautiful view over the Nile. Even though it can get busy it doesn’t feel crowded. Overall an excellent choice if you plan a stay in Luxor.
6. Sofitel Winter Palace Luxor
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2095 reviews
Winter Palace, built in 1886 on the Nile banks in a tropical garden is a magical experience of history luxury that hosted royalties and celebrities throughout the years. Winter Palace offers the mythical atmosphere with the modern decor comfort of a 5 star hotel. It is located in the city center, just minutes from Luxor Temple and the airport.
English mansion conversion to hotel
Reviewed By davide160The hotel is lovely…. The people, food and accommodation is very authentic… the garden and pool area is the most used area of the hotel and are relaxing and great overall. You need the hotel to be nice because your not leaving it…. Outside the hotel, you are bombarded by very poor effectively beggars offering/pushing horse cart transport for $1 usd …. And there are no restaurants, attractions or reason to leave the hotel.. it is understandable why people fly in and out in one day from Cairo and that is exactly what I will do when I come back with the family. I did need to change my nights from three to two and I was charged although they clearly were not at capacity… so that remains a sour experience because it wasn’t non refundable because they reserved a room … it was just a money grab. So book less nights than needed and extended if need be so your not stung like I was. Another tip…. Do not stay in the rooms facing the Nile…. The cars and bikes scream up and down the road tooting and beeping all night and day … I had two hours sleep before I was moved to a garden room which i was very grateful for…. Second tip - expect to get your bill before you even start to eat or drink… it is almost like a race to have you sign off on the bill… I don’t get it… it is strange but at least a service charge (typically 12.5%) isn’t added and you can pay a tip according to the quality of the service …
7. Sonesta St. George Hotel Luxor
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2411 reviews
Five-star grandeur on the banks of the Nile awaits at the Sonesta St. George Hotel Luxor. In a city of ancient Pharaonic treasures, this 322-room Luxor, Egypt hotel redefines luxury in a contemporary style. Only minutes from the world-renowned historic sites, the hotel is an ideal setting. After touring, guests relax in the hotel's Key of Life Health Club. WE are currently initiating a cosmetic renovation for the hotel GYM & Spa facilities whereas; spa & gym facilities will be out of operation as of now until early June 2022 Dine in one of its restaurants or soak in the pool as they overlook the Nile. Free Wifi in the lobby . Also a happy hour every evening at Nobles Bar with a 15% discount from 7.00 pm to 8.00 pm
الإسماعيلية
Reviewed By MohamedbaxThanks for all the management and all the stuff in the hotl Special thanks for Director of operations mr/Hisham Metwally l The room very clean and the breakfast very beautiful All my stay in Luxor for sure in sonesta st George e
8. Nefertiti Hotel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1355 reviews
Welcome to the Nefertiti Hotel - your home away from home in Luxor! One of the first family owned, small hotels located in the historical city of Luxor, the Nefertiti Hotel is well known for its superior customer service, cleanliness and value for money. The hotel was fully refurbished in 2010 and all rooms are equipped with private bathroom, air conditioning, satellite TV, telephone and mini fridge. Daily housekeeping services are provided as well as a complimentary buffet breakfast. Meet people from around the world while lazying on our roof terrace with spectacular views of the River Nile, Luxor Temple, the Avenue of Sphinx and the West Bank. It's a great place to watch the setting sun while enjoying a cup of Bedouin tea and a shisha (hookah pipe). Try our traditional Egyptian cuisine, as well as delicacies such as camel meat, in our restaurant or on the roof terrace. At the Nefertiti Hotel you will experience true Egyptian hospitality in authentic surroundings. To meet the needs of our guests we also provide tours and trips to all the ancient and historical sites in Luxor and throughout Egypt through Aladin Tours, another extension of our family business.Take a look at Lonely Planet and see why the Nefertiti Hotel is their top pick for 2011/2012! We look forward to welcoming you to the Nefertiti Hotel as you discover the beauty of Egypt.
Excellent stay
Reviewed By SamehMSliterary in the heart of Luxor and 2 mins away from temple of Luxor, the view form the top roof is awesome which is the also the restaurant, the food is very good and tasty, nearly all the rooms have no view but a little hack ask for the rooms at the top floor as you can enjoy the nile and the temple view from top ( but u need to go through a lot of stairs and the restaurant is a little bit noisy) however the restaurant close at night at 11 pm and the roof is all your then till the 5 am rooms are super clean u will feel that you are in 5 star hotel super friendly staff they have their own arrangements for trips in Luxor and believe me they are experts and the value for money is perfect one more things the local market is 30 seconds away for the hotel door which is full of local products with the best price.
9. Steigenberger Resort Achti
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1622 reviews
Discover the city of the 100 gates. Steigenberger Resort Achti offers the best panoramic views of the Nile and Luxor. The hotel is located in a quiet and secluded, 1.2-hectare tropical garden in the heart of Luxor on the east bank of the Nile. It is just 11 km to the airport and a few minutes to the city center. It is the ideal base from which to explore the Nile and the surrounding countryside. Explore the Valley of the Kings, float over the city on a hot-air balloon, or take a felucca ride on the Nile to discover the ancient ruins. Enjoy every moment of your day at the Steigenberger Resort Achti Resort
Where are here!
Reviewed By Debbie SAt the pool bar being treated very well by Eltayeb . Nothing is too much trouble 5 stars for him. Everyone works so hard to make your stay enjoyable x cold drinks warm hearts in Luxor . Abdo is the best for trips +201006947359 when at the hotel. WhatsApp is free to add … hope you enjoy
10. Jolie Ville Hotel & Spa - Kings Island, Luxor
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2555 reviews
Nestled upon the private "Kings Island" in the Nile that covers 660,000 sqm, the resort truly is an oasis of peace and tranquility. The idyllic, landscaped hotel grounds are expansive and home to the two main buildings, bungalows and three enticing swimming pool areas. The historic sights of Luxor, located only 4 kilometres from the hotel, can be easily reached by complimentary shuttle buses. The island is connected to the mainland only by a bridge and is virtually free of charge. This makes the resort an ideal location for families with children. The resort has been renovated in 2010 and extended by 320 rooms and suites in 10 elegant bungalows, new restaurants, a pool of 2,800 sqm in size and a SPA with fitness centre (from early-sommer 2011).
A slice of heaven
Reviewed By H8104FRmargaretsThis place is amazing with 3 pools, magnificent gardens, numerous seating areas, a great bar, the staff are so friendly, the rooms are a good size - bungalow style and quiet. I would recommend anyone to stay here, right on the banks of the Nile and a quiet location. Loved it and would definitely stay here again.
