An idyllic and very quick boat ride from central Aswan, Mövenpick sits on Elephantine Island with delightful vistas of the Nile and Smartie-coloured Nubian Houses. After the bustling energy of Cairo, Aswan is a laidback locale where the scent of fresh roses welcomes you each day and at the hotel, you'll enjoy tranquil river views over a bowl of homemade ice cream. Boasting the best view in Aswan, the Panorama is the highest restaurant in the city, and it's from here that you can eye out your next stop. Will it be the floral paradise on Kitchener's Island, the famous Philae Temple (or Temple of Love), or even an authentic felucca ride down the Nile?
Perched on its near-private island, Mövenpick provides ample opportunity to enjoy the languid surrounds - even if its only from the geometric pool and its battalion of shaded loungers! Lunch can be served in glass-walled Orangeri restaurant or in the gardens, whilst chilli-infused cocktails are best enjoyed on the terrace. Mezze puts on a spread of Nubian fusion alongside views of the Tombs of the Nobles, with ingredients grown on the island. Try the pigeon stuffed with spices, nuts and herbs, followed by an oriental pastry for dessert.
The large hotel has 404 rooms, suites and villas, all decorated in rich tones and draped with threaded camel-coloured rugs. The higher you go, the more magnificent the views become, with the Presidential Suite enjoying them from a Jacuzzi on its private terrace. The rooms range in size, from one-bedrooms to Royal Villas, which have an enormous master suite bedroom, kitchenette, and dining room. The bathrooms are beautifully done in chocolate-coloured marble with a deep tub, shower, and dual vanities in some.
As the oldest tourist destination on Earth, Egypt has its share of showstopping sights. In Aswan, they are dotted round its palm-covered islands, ranging from the bright Nubian Villages (and the antiquities museum), to the Philae Temple, where the very last hieroglyphics were carved. Visit the Unfinished Obelisk and get to know Aswan's industrial side: did you know its quarries were used to create many of the structures in ancient Egypt? For a packed day out, visit the colossi at Abu Simbel, take a boat ride at sunset, and grab a cocktail at the famous 1902, which was inaugurated by Sir Winston Churchill.
The dazzling views from the Panorama Restaurant. Feel like you're floating above the Nile while enjoying some of the finest food in town.
Not every room has a full view of the Nile so choose accordingly if that's a top-of-the-list requirement.
It's on an island, so seeing the sights beyond the vicinity will require a boat ride.
Start with a recommended trip or create one from scratch
Mövenpick Resort Aswan can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Egypt trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Egypt trips featuring Mövenpick Resort Aswan or get advice and suggestions from one of our Egypt specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.
Stays at Mövenpick Resort Aswan start from around $90, or US$90, per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.
Tap into a slower way of life in Aswan, Luxor’s laidback little sister.
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