We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Luxor, Egypt. We have also included accommodation in apartments, boats, historic buildings, lodges, guest houses, villas and romantic hotels. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated December 2023.
Boutique hotel.Highly elegant. Great bar. Popular among couples. This historic hotel is a luxury landmark built in 1886 in distinctive authentic Victorian style. Sofitel Winter Palace Luxor witnessed one of the greatest discoveries, when the famous archaeologist Howard Carter announced the discovery of Tutankhamun’s tomb at the hotel’s main terrace. Welcome to one of Egypt’s most iconic hotels beloved by royalty, and is a beacon of old-world charm where French regency elegance and the mystique of the River Nile combine to ravishing effect. Prepare to be embraced by timeless luxury coupled with impeccable service, luxe amenities and a hospitality philosophy with sustainability at its heart. Sofitel Winter Palace Luxor will take you to an oasis of tranquility, from where you will happily discover a gateway to the splendors of ancient Egypt times. Offering lavish rooms and suites, lush gardens, a pool and refined restaurants and bars. The pool scene is stunning and has the vibe of a private oasis with surrounding palm trees. A variety of convenient services are also offered at Winter Palace to deliver a memorable and stress-free holiday.Show full description
This luxurious hotel stands out with its elegant and historic ambiance. It has a bar and beautiful gardens, including a heated pool. The location is perfect, close to Luxor Temple and with beautiful views of the Nile.
Boutique hotel.Delightful property. Superb interior design. Popular among women. Located at the gateway to Luxor, Al Moudira Hotel is the only palace situated on the west bank of the Nile. The domes and the patios ornate with arabesque makes up the oriental décor. All the rooms and suites at Al Moudira are individually designed and fitted with antique furniture, featuring a unique traditional oriental décor. It offers an outdoor pool and a spacious terrace. Each is equipped with a satellite TV, a minibar and a telephone. The suites include a spacious lounge. Guests can enjoy the mix between the Mediterranean and Eastern flavours at the Great Room Restaurant. Snacks, salads and pizzas are enjoyed at the swimming pool pavilion. Cocktails are served at the Colonial Bar. Al Moudira Hotel is 4 km away from the Valleys of Kings and Queens and Hatshepsut Temple. You can get to the hotel from Luxor East Bank by car, as well as by ferry down the Nile or in multicoloured shuttle boats. Free Wi-Fi and on-site private parking are possible.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most beautiful, well designed and stylish boutique hotel in Luxor. WOW!
Boutique hotel.Relaxing atmosphere. Gorgeous surroundings. Popular among women.Opened December 2021. Located in Luxor, less than 1 km from Medinet Habu Temple, Rose Guest House provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. The property is situated 1.8 km from Colossi of Memnon, 1.8 km from Deir el-Medina and 2.4 km from Valley of the Queens. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, certain rooms at the hotel also offer a mountain view. At Rose Guest House each room has bed linen and towels. Luxor Train Station is 25 km from the accommodation, while Luxor Museum is 26 km away. The nearest airport is Luxor International Airport, 28 km from Rose Guest House.Show full description
Pharaonic Rose is a unique hostel with a tranquil garden, complimentary parking, and a 24-hour front desk. The comfortable, air-conditioned rooms provide the convenience of an airport shuttle service.
Boutique hotel.Unique. Lovely interior design. Popular among couples. Djorff Palace has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Luxor. The property is around 5.3 km from Colossi of Memnon, 6.4 km from Medinet Habu Temple and 6.7 km from Deir el-Medina. An à la carte, continental or vegetarian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel, every room has a wardrobe. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, some rooms at Djorff Palace also boast a city view. At the accommodation rooms have air conditioning and a safety deposit box. Guests at Djorff Palace will be able to enjoy activities in and around Luxor, like fishing and cycling. Valley of the Queens is 7.2 km from the hotel, while Luxor Train Station is 19 km from the property. The nearest airport is Luxor International Airport, 21 km from Djorff Palace.Show full description
This boutique hotel is one of the most popular in Luxor among couples.
Apartment.Creative. Great location. Situated in Luxor, 2.9 km from Colossi of Memnon and 4 km from Medinet Habu Temple, Tasneem Palace offers a garden and air conditioning. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the apartment free of charge. The apartment has private entrance. At the apartment complex, units have bed linen and towels. All units include a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen, a dining area, and a private bathroom, while some feature a terrace or a balcony. An oven and fridge are also offered, as well as a kettle. A bar can be found on-site. Deir el-Medina is 4.3 km from Tasneem Palace, while Valley of the Queens is 4.8 km from the property. The nearest airport is Luxor International, 26 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Tasneem Palace stands out for its superb interior design and delightful property. It offers modern apartments with separate bedrooms, kitchens, and living rooms. The owners provide exceptional hospitality and even offer guided tours of the village.
Boutique hotel.Charming. Great location. Located directly next to Madinet Habou Temple, Nour El Balad is located in Luxor. Wi-Fi access is available. Each one offers a small seating area, a wardrobe and a telephone. It offers mud brick houses with cosy and traditional rooms nestled in a palm grove. Furnished with warm colours, all rooms are fitted with tiled floors. The bathroom includes a bath or a shower. Some rooms have shared bathroom. At Nour El Balad you will find a 24-hour front desk, a garden and bbq facilities. Other facilities offered include shared lounge, a tour desk and luggage storage. Valley of Queens and Hatshepsut Temple is 2 km away from Nour El Balad. Luxor International Airport is 20 minutes by car. Free public parking is possible at a location nearby.Show full description
Perhaps this is the most CHARMING AND CREATIVE boutique hotel in Luxor.
Apartment.Hip. Lovely surroundings. Villa Bahri is situated on the rural West bank of Luxor on the edge of Gizera, a traditional Egyptian Village. Surrounded by lush gardens, the villa offers views of the Theban Mountains and the greenery. Offering free Wi-Fi, the two-bedroom garden apartment features 2 balconies overlooking the gardens. Valley of Kings is a 10-minute drive from Villa Bahri Luxor Apartments, while River Nile is 20 minutes away. It includes a living room complete with a dining area and an equipped kitchen. The bathroom is fitted with a bath and a shower. A number of restaurants and shops are located 15 minutes’ walk away.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Great bar. This air-conditioned hotel is in the Theban Necropolis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is 350 metres' walk from the Colossi of Memnon statues, less than five minutes, and the Mortuary Temple of Amenhotep III. New Memnon Hotel features a rooftop coffee bar and restaurant, which serves traditional dishes. A continental breakfast is available daily, which can be taken either in the room or in the breakfast courtyard. The hotel also offers an all day dining restaurant. The brightly decorated rooms at New Memnon include a refrigerator and a TV. It has a private bathroom with a shower. Free Wi-Fi is available in all rooms. The 24-hour front desk can arrange bike hire and tours for guests to historical sites and hot air balloons. Transfers to Luxor International Airport and a laundry service are also available. New Memnon Hotel is around 10 minutes’ drive to Hatshepsut Temple. It is also less than 20 minutes from Luxor Temple by boat.Show full description
Apartment. Situated in the West bank district of Luxor, Villa Kaslan Apartments offers accommodation with a private pool and a lift. With garden views, this accommodation provides a patio. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and a hair dryer, units at the apartment complex also feature free WiFi. At the apartment complex, units include bed linen and towels. There is free private parking and the property features paid airport shuttle service. Offering a terrace or balcony with views of the mountain and pool, the units feature air conditioning, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV and kitchen. A selection of options including warm dishes, local specialities and pancakes is available for breakfast, and breakfast in the room is also available. At the apartment, the family-friendly restaurant is open for dinner, brunch and cocktails and specialises in African cuisine. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire and car hire are available at Villa Kaslan Apartments. The apartment complex has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Colossi of Memnon is 2.7 km from the accommodation, while Medinet Habu Temple is 3.8 km from the property. The nearest airport is Luxor International Airport, 24 km from Villa Kaslan Apartments.Show full description
Guest House.Lovely property. Great interior design. Popular among couples. Overlooking the Valley of the Kings, Scorpion House Luxor features accommodations with a Nubian décor. It offers free Wi-Fi in some rooms and a sun terrace. An airport shuttle is available upon request. All units are fitted with tiled floors. Each one provides a fridge and wardrobe. A shower is included in the bathroom. Valley of Kings Temple is a 30-minute drive and Luxor International Airport is 60 minutes away by car.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Lively. Located in Luxor, Jewel Howard Carter Hotel “Howard Carter Guest House “offers luxury accommodations. It offers free Wi-Fi in public areas and Luxor Temple is 2.2 km away. Some units include a private terrace and kitchen . Each one provides a satellite TV, a wardrobe and a desk. Featuring a shower, private bathrooms also come with a hairdryer,open air Jacuzzi,grill area, two panorama terrace and sundeck Guests can enjoy a daily breakfast in the room or at the restaurant. Other facilities offered include shared lounge, a tour desk and luggage storage. The guest house is 4.9 km from Karnak Temple and a 30-minute drive from Luxor International Airport. An airport shuttle is available upon request.Show full description
Apartment.Trendy. Offering a garden and garden view, Luxor Best Way is set in Luxor, 4.1 km from Colossi of Memnon and 5.2 km from Medinet Habu Temple. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, full-day security and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. This spacious air-conditioned apartment comes with 2 bedrooms, a satellite flat-screen TV, a dining area, and a fully equipped kitchen. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Guests may relax in the on-site bar, while packed lunches are also available upon request. Sightseeing tours are available in the neighbourhood. A car rental service is available at the apartment. Deir el-Medina is 5.5 km from Luxor Best Way, while Valley of the Queens is 6 km away. The nearest airport is Luxor International Airport, 24 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Apartment. Situated 3.6 km from Colossi of Memnon, Full Moon House offers air-conditioned accommodation with a patio. Boasting full-day security, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. The apartment also features free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. The apartment provides guests with a terrace, mountain views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a fridge, and a private bathroom with shower and a hair dryer. A balcony with an outdoor dining area and lake views is offered in all units. At the apartment complex, units have bed linen and towels. A selection of options including warm dishes, fresh pastries and pancakes is available for breakfast, and breakfast in the room is also available. For visitors looking to embark on day trips to nearby landmarks, the apartment provides a selection of packed lunches. The area is popular for cycling and fishing, and bike hire is available at this 5-star apartment. If you would like to discover the area, walking tours is possible in the surroundings and Full Moon House can arrange a car rental service. Medinet Habu Temple is 4.7 km from the accommodation, while Deir el-Medina is 5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Luxor International, 25 km from Full Moon House, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Apartment.Nice interior design. Set 2.9 km from Colossi of Memnon, Royal Apartments Luxor offers a garden, barbecue facilities and air-conditioned accommodation with a patio and free WiFi. There is a private entrance at the apartment for the convenience of those who stay. The apartment provides guests with a terrace, mountain views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a fridge, and a private bathroom with bidet. At the apartment complex, units come with bed linen and towels. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available. A stovetop, a minibar and kitchenware are also offered, as well as a kettle. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Medinet Habu Temple is 3.9 km from the apartment, while Deir el-Medina is 4.3 km from the property. The nearest airport is Luxor International Airport, 25 km from Royal Apartments Luxor.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Great bar. Pavillon Winter Luxor offers 3 restaurants, 2 bars, and warm hospitality in the heart of Luxor city. It overlooks the River Nile and is just 100 metres away from the Luxor Temple. Rooms and suites are comfortably furnished and include private, furnished balconies with views of the garden. Pavillon Winter Luxor offers a large outdoor swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and exotic plants. Guests enjoy a wide variety of services that include babysitting, airport shuttle, bicycle or car rental service. Pavillon Winter's restaurant serve a variety of cuisine as well as weekly theme nights and live folklore music. The attentive staff helps create a friendly and inviting atmosphere for guests and can offer tips on what to see and do nearby. Nearby attractions include the Karnak Temple, Luxor Museum, International Convention Centre, and the Mummification Museum.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Very cosy. Popular among women.Opened April 2021. Luxor Old Nile Hotel features a restaurant, bar, a garden and private beach area in Luxor. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service, free WiFi and parking space. A particularly lovingly designed terrace invites you to relax and linger. All units at the hotel come with a seating area. The units at Luxor Old Nile Hotel feature air conditioning and a wardrobe. The food on offer is traditional Egyptian cuisine Guests at Luxor Old Nile Hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Luxor, like cycling. Luxor Museum is 1.5 km from the hotel, while Colossi of Memnon is 2.1 km away. The nearest airport is Luxor International Airport, 8 km from Luxor Old Nile Hotel.Show full description
Apartment.Nice surroundings. Located 5.1 km from Colossi of Memnon, Noby Guest House offers accommodation with a balcony, as well as a garden. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the apartment free of charge. The apartment features family rooms. All of the air-conditioned units feature a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, fully equipped kitchen and terrace. Some units include a private entrance. Medinet Habu Temple is 6.1 km from Noby Guest House, while Deir el-Medina is 6.5 km away. The nearest airport is Luxor International Airport, 21 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Lodge.Charming. Great value. With Colossi of Memnon reachable in 4 km, Memnoun house offers accommodation, a restaurant, a garden, a shared lounge and a terrace. The accommodation features a hot tub. Fitted with a balcony, the units offer air conditioning and feature a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with bidet and free toiletries. Some units also have a kitchen equipped with a fridge, an oven, and a minibar. Guests at the lodge can enjoy a halal breakfast. Memnoun house offers a barbecue. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at the accommodation, while hiking and cycling can be enjoyed nearby. Medinet Habu Temple is 5.1 km from Memnoun house, while Deir el-Medina is 5.5 km away. The nearest airport is Luxor International, 24 km from the lodge, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Memnoun House stands out with its charming country atmosphere, stunning Nile views, and peaceful location. The spacious apartments have comfortable beds, a well-equipped kitchen, and a large terrace with river views.
Boutique hotel.Cosy. Great bar. Surrounded by landscaped gardens, Al Baeirat Hotel is located on the banks of the Nile. Featuring a swimming pool, a shopping arcade and a 24-hour front desk that offers ironing services. Each bungalow offers a small seating area with an arm chair, a wardrobe and a minibar. Free Wi-Fi is available in the public area. Overlooking the gardens, the bungalows at Al Baeirat Hotel features a traditional Oriental décor. Guests have easy access to the city using the Luxor train station which is a 10-minute drive away. Luxor Airport is 15 minutes by car. A free shuttle boat from/to East bank, and airport shuttle is available for a fee. Free private parking is possible on site.Show full description
Apartment.Lively. Great value. Featuring garden views, Malkata House provides accommodation with patio, around less than 1 km from Medinet Habu Temple. There is a private entrance at the apartment for the convenience of those who stay. The apartment complex features certain units that have mountain views, and the units come with a private bathroom with a walk-in shower. At the apartment complex, units are equipped with bed linen and towels. The accommodation offers free WiFi throughout the property, as well as a terrace and a traditional restaurant. All units are air-conditioned and some of them feature a seating area with a flat-screen TV, and a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area. Vegetarian and vegan breakfast options with fruits and cheese are available every morning at the apartment. Guests can also relax in the garden or in the shared lounge area. Popular points of interest near Malkata House include Colossi of Memnon, Deir el-Medina and Valley of the Queens. The nearest airport is Luxor International Airport, 28 km from the accommodation.Show full description
This apartment has great affordability and outstanding views.
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