Photo of the area, not of the hotelPhoto: Marc Ryckaert (MJJR), CC BY-SA 1.0Why stay here
- The best Wi-Fi score among the big hotelsFree Wi-Fi scores 9.3 on Booking.com, high for Egypt and well above Achti (8.4) and Jolie Ville (7.8). If you need to work, upload photos or make video calls between temple visits, this matters.
- Solid scores from a large number of guestsIt has 9.0 on Booking.com from 2,155 reviews (checked 11 Oct 2026). Staff score 9.4, cleanliness and comfort 9.3, and location 9.3.
- Walk to Luxor Temple and the shopsLuxor Temple is about 1.5 km in a straight line, and the main shopping streets are a short walk away. The public ferry to the West Bank leaves from near the temple, so you can reach it on foot.
- Two pools and a full spaThe hotel lists two swimming pools, a spa with sauna, hot tub and massage, a fitness centre and a garden, plus Lebanese and international restaurants and a tour desk to book excursions.
Good to know before you book
- The highest price on the Corniche when we checkedIt was around €215 a night for two in mid-January 2027 (price tier 3 of 4), more than the Sonesta next door (€185) and Achti (€137). Value for money scores 8.8, its lowest sub-score. Prices change, so compare your own dates.
- Check which way your room facesThe hotel advertises Nile views, but the room types we saw listed are city-view or patio-view classic and executive rooms, plus suites. If a river view matters, confirm it with the hotel before you book.
- No cots, and no outside foodThe hotel lists no cots, which matters if you travel with a baby. Children from 12 pay as adults. Outside food is not allowed in the hotel, so picnics in the room are out. Pets are not allowed.
- A busy street outsideIt is on Khaled Ibn el Walid street, part of the Corniche hotel strip. That is convenient for walking and taxis, but it is a city setting, not a quiet garden resort.
Guest sub-scores on Booking.com
Average scores out of 10 from 2,155 reviews on Booking.com, checked on 11 Oct 2026.
Rooms
The classic room with city view is about 32 m² with a balcony and is the standard choice. Classic and executive rooms with patio view face the hotel's patio rather than the street, which can be quieter.
For families, the family suite gives more space, but remember there are no cots for babies. Above that are the junior suite and the presidential suite. Check-in is from 14:00 and check-out between 12:00 and 13:00, a little later than at the Sonesta next door.
Room types listed on Booking.com
- Classic room, city view (32 m², balcony)
- Classic room, patio view
- Executive room, patio view
- Junior suite
- Family suite
- Presidential suite
Getting there and around
From Luxor airport
The airport is about 7.7 km away in a straight line. A taxi usually takes around 20 minutes.
From Luxor railway station
The station is about 1.6 km in a straight line, usually 5 minutes by taxi, or a walk if the weather is cool and your bags are light.
To the sights
Luxor Temple (about 1.5 km) and the public ferry are within walking distance along the Corniche. Luxor Museum is about 2.6 km and Karnak about 4.4 km, a short taxi ride. The Valley of the Kings is roughly 40 minutes by road over the bridge south of town; the tour desk can arrange a driver or a guided day.
How it compares
The Nile Palace is next door to the Sonesta and close to Achti; all three are price tier 3 on the Corniche. Jolie Ville, on the island further south, is the resort-style alternative.
| Hotel | Area | Booking.com score | Price level | Approx. price, 2 people |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steigenberger Nile Palace Luxor | Corniche hotel strip | 9.0 (2,155) | €€€ · Upper mid-range | €215 |
| Sonesta St. George Hotel Luxor | Corniche hotel strip | 9.1 (3,505) | €€€ · Upper mid-range | €185 |
| Steigenberger Resort Achti | Corniche hotel strip | 9.0 (5,497) | €€€ · Upper mid-range | €137 |
| Jolie Ville Hotel & Spa Kings Island Luxor | Kings Island (Crocodile Island) | 8.7 (3,764) | €€€ · Upper mid-range | €157 |
Price for 2 adults, 12–15 January 2027, as shown on Booking.com on 11 Oct 2026.
Questions
Is the Steigenberger Nile Palace near Luxor Temple?
Yes. It is about 1.5 km in a straight line, a walk of roughly 20 minutes along the Corniche.
Is the Wi-Fi good enough to work?
It scores 9.3 on Booking.com, the best of the large hotels in this guide. For most remote work it should be fine; speeds can still vary in Egypt.
Does it have baby cots?
No. The hotel lists that cots are not available. If you travel with a baby, the Jolie Ville offers free cots.
Is it the same hotel as the Steigenberger Resort Achti?
No. Both belong to the Steigenberger brand, but Achti is a separate resort with gardens and bungalows a short distance south on the Corniche.
Do all rooms look over the Nile?
No. The room types listed have city or patio views. If you want a river view, ask the hotel before booking.
Can I eat food I bring from outside?
The hotel does not allow outside food. There are Lebanese and international restaurants on site, and many cafés and restaurants a short walk away in town.
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