Best hotels in Egypt

Obelisk Nile Hotel is the place to be in Aswan. An arm’s reach away from the Nile water, you are sitting on the terrace of the only hotel built on the river banks in Aswan. This is the ultimate hotel to relax and unwind in Aswan’s natural beauty whether you are in the public area or in your standalone room, you are guaranteed a memorable trip of relaxation.

The top luxurious Nile twin dahabiyas provide a superb Nile experience, Enjoy discovering southern Egypt in style on the lively dahabiyas day and night, Ashranda provides entertainment for you in every corner so you can relax and enjoy. Experience unique routes and the Nile River in the most exclusive and luxurious way for superb sightseeing, sailing, delicious traditional meals, and attentive personal service. Enjoy unique sites, not available on any cruise, such as Unfinished Obelisk, Temple of Haroeris and Sobek, Gebel El Silsila, and much more.

Enjoy your cruise on the Nile River with Hapi V Nile Cruise ship from Luxor to Aswan or vice versa. Hapi V Nile cruise features 65 cabins on the main and the two upper decks. In fact all cabins on this ship feature bath $ hair dryer, safe box and color TV. While sailing along the Nile, we will have few stops to visit the unique collections of our ancient and modern monuments, covering the High Dam, the Temple of Philae and the Unfinished Obelisk in Aswan. In Luxor, scheduled visits to the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari, the Colossi of Memnon, the Karnak Temples Complex and Temple of Luxor are included.

The Mövenpick MS Hamees has a comfortable and contemporary design and is among the largest and best-appointed crafts on the river Nile. Enjoy a truly memorable journey from Luxor to Aswan and experience some of Egypt's most scenic and historical sights with top facilities and attentive staff. Travel in style and enjoy lounging at the swimming pool, reading or playing games in the reading and play room, or enjoying the sun on the sun deck, offering a recreational area as well as a selection of eating and drinking options.

MS Le Fayan Nile cruise, inaugurated in 2011, is a Nile river cruise ship that compromises a relaxing and meditative experience for you. This cruise ship features a modern sun deck, pool, spacious lounges, bar and gym. It also features spa, outside dining and fine dining restaurant. There is plenty to do while cruising.

Built in 2020, the Agatha is the the newest of all of Nour El Nil’s dahabiyas offering guests 2 Panoramic Suites and 8 Luxury Rooms to choose from. Guests appreciate the new finishes and unique touches that the designer and owner, Eleonore, has added to this splendid vessel.

A chic new riverboat of unparallelled luxury is setting sail on the Nile in 2026. Nile Seray will be a luxury riverboat in Egypt, and one that is sophisticated and spacious. There are two restaurants (one indoors, one out), a spa and gym, and a beautiful top deck with canopied daybeds, a swimming pool, and an outdoor bar and lounge with wraparound views of the Nile valley.

Glide through millennia of history aboard this sophisticated modern vessel between Luxor and Aswan. A double-height jacuzzi with panoramic views sets the tone for exceptional wellness facilities, while the restaurant celebrates both local and international cuisine. With just 53 cabins, the atmosphere remains intimate despite the generous proportions of this modern vessel.

The Sacred Lotus Dahabeya is based on the design of an original Dahabiya from the late 18th and early 19th century and is built in colonial style. The heart of this traditional two-masted sailing boat is the half-shaded sundeck. It’s the perfect place to lie in a wooden deck chair and lazily watch the landscape gliding by. Down below is a nice living area, a salon, four cabins and one suite. The cosy salon has a small library with books about the Nile and Egypt. With its comfortable sofas, it’s the perfect setting to end the day. Swap stories, share experiences, read a book or play a game of backgammon while enjoying a Turkish coffee or a glass of Alexandrian wine.

The largest of Nour El Nil's dahabiyas, Poppee provides an expansive deck and the most spacious rooms and suites. Poppee is the pinnacle of the Nour El Nil experience. This new boat, debuting in late 2024, boasts the largest deck, incredibly spacious luxury rooms and awe inspiring panoramic suites. Poppee has new additions to improve the comfort of guests while taking steps to reduce the impact on the environment, including solar power and a new battery system that allows for 24/7 operation of air conditioning. We are the only boat on the Nile offering this level of comfort with a minimal environmental impact.

M/S Concerto Nile Cruise has 63 cabins + 4 suites with most luxury facilities founded in the floating hotels. Concerto Nile Cruise provide Five stars services on the cabins, Mini Bar, LCD SAT, DVD, Internet, Telephone, International Music System, Individually-controlled air conditioning, Safety deposit box, Large Panoramic Window (Open-able) & Bathroom with bathtub, hair dryer and telephone.

Glistening in bold sophistication from bow to stern, the luxurious M.S. Esplanade offers you a dream-like journey to uncover the land of ancient history and its captivating natural mysteries along the Nile. Arrive to breathtaking sunsets on board contemporary lavishness as you retreat to artistic interiors.

The M/S Miriam offers a classic Nile cruise experience from Aswan to Luxor, combining comfort, scenic beauty, and ancient history in one smooth journey. The MS Miriam cruise boat was completely overhauled in 2023 to reflect both the unique style of Egyptian hospitality combined with the contemporary comforts and luxury amenities of modern river cruise boats, all while maintaining eco-friendliness. The choice of colors reflect both the ancient Egyptian hues of royal blue combined with the light brown colors representing the grand ancient Egyptian temples.

The brand-new, custom-built m/s Nebu offers the finest and newest accommodations sailing the Nile today. With just 40 cabins, this will be the most luxurious and exclusive way to sail this ancient waterway. Cruise to legendary archaeological sites, relax on the sun deck, take a dip in the swimming pool, savor delectable cuisine, or retire to your spacious cabin. Independent travelers can take advantage of four custom-built solo cabins, and staterooms offer private bathroom with bathtub and hair dryer, sitting area, individually controlled air-conditioning, minibar, safe, telephone, and TV with video channels.

Farah Nile Cruise offers 60 Deluxe cabins and 2 Royal Suites, where guests can experience the fine flavor of hospitality in every detail, from the handmade Egyptian cotton sheets to the natural dark wood furniture. All designed to tickle your senses and enhance your comfort.

Cruise through the Nile with Jaz Viceroy. Cabins of absolute comfort and extensive personalised service. Indulge in the culinary delights by talented chef and enjoy the unique blends at the pool bar. Relish a long session of body massage or sauna before you retire to your cabins. The breathtaking views of the Nile is bound to leave you spell-bound and assure you a memorable cruising experience.