Photo of the area, not of the hotelPhoto: Marc Ryckaert (MJJR), CC BY-SA 1.0Why stay here
- The most-reviewed hotel in Luxor, still at 9.0It has 9.0 on Booking.com from 5,497 reviews (checked 11 Oct 2026), more reviews than any other hotel in Luxor on the site. A score that holds at that volume is a good sign of consistency. Staff (9.4) and comfort (9.3) lead the sub-scores.
- Eight acres of gardens on the riverThe resort lists about 8 acres of gardens with direct Nile frontage, two pools and a spa. That gives it more space and greenery than the city hotels just to the north on the Corniche.
- Five-star facilities at a lower priceWhen we checked it was around €137 a night for two in mid-January 2027 (price tier 3 of 4), the cheapest of the large five-star hotels in this guide. Value for money scores 8.9, higher than the Hilton or the Steigenberger Nile Palace. Prices change, so check your dates.
- Close enough to townLuxor Temple is about 2.1 km in a straight line and the railway station about 2.2 km. A UK tour operator describes the walk to the temple along the river as roughly 25 to 30 minutes on the flat; a taxi or horse carriage takes a few minutes.
Good to know before you book
- The old Sheraton, now a SteigenbergerThe resort was previously the Sheraton Luxor Resort and reopened under the Steigenberger brand in 2018 after a renovation. Booking.com still uses the old name in its web address, so do not be surprised if you see it.
- Wi-Fi is the weakest scoreFree Wi-Fi scores 8.4, clearly below the other sub-scores. If you need to work or make video calls, the Steigenberger Nile Palace nearby scores 9.3 for Wi-Fi.
- ID, card and age rules at check-inCheck-in is listed from 15:00 to 16:00, and you need photo ID and a credit card. Guests under 18 can only stay with a parent or guardian. Check-out is between 10:30 and 12:00, earlier than at some neighbours.
- New Year's Eve and half boardWhen we checked, the New Year's Eve gala dinner was included in half-board rates. If you book room only or bed and breakfast over 31 December, ask the hotel how the gala is charged. Pets are not allowed.
Guest sub-scores on Booking.com
Average scores out of 10 from 5,497 reviews on Booking.com, checked on 11 Oct 2026.
Rooms
The cheapest rooms are the superior garden-view rooms in the bungalows, with a king bed or twin beds. They are low-rise and set in the gardens, a good choice if you prefer quiet and greenery over a view of the river. Classic rooms (king or twin) and a twin with city view sit in the main building.
If the Nile is the reason you came, look for superior king, Nile view or deluxe twin, Nile view; the junior suite is the top category. Children aged 6 to 11 can have an extra bed for about US$10 a night when we checked, and from 12 they pay as adults.
Room types listed on Booking.com
- Superior king, garden view (bungalow)
- Superior twin, garden view (bungalow)
- Classic king
- Classic twin
- Twin with city view
- Superior king, Nile view
- Deluxe twin, Nile view
- Junior suite
Getting there and around
From Luxor airport
The airport is about 8 km away in a straight line; by road the hotel gives about 12 km, usually around 20 minutes by taxi. The hotel offers a paid airport shuttle.
From Luxor railway station
The station is about 2.2 km in a straight line, usually 5 to 10 minutes by taxi. Agree the fare first if there is no meter.
To the sights
Luxor Temple is about 2.1 km away and Luxor Museum about 3.2 km. Karnak Temple is about 5 km north, roughly 15 minutes by taxi. For the West Bank you can drive south over the Luxor bridge, roughly 40 to 45 minutes to the Valley of the Kings, or take a taxi to the public ferry by Luxor Temple and continue by taxi on the other side.
How it compares
Achti is one of three large five-star hotels on the southern Corniche, all price tier 3. Here it is next to its two neighbours on the strip and the island resort a little further south.
| Hotel | Area | Booking.com score | Price level | Approx. price, 2 people |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steigenberger Resort Achti | Corniche hotel strip | 9.0 (5,497) | €€€ · Upper mid-range | €137 |
| Sonesta St. George Hotel Luxor | Corniche hotel strip | 9.1 (3,505) | €€€ · Upper mid-range | €185 |
| Steigenberger Nile Palace Luxor | Corniche hotel strip | 9.0 (2,155) | €€€ · Upper mid-range | €215 |
| 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
Was the Steigenberger Resort Achti the Sheraton Luxor?
Yes. The same site was the Sheraton Luxor Resort and reopened as a Steigenberger in 2018 after renovation. Booking.com's web address for the hotel still carries the old name.
Can I walk to Luxor Temple?
Yes, if the heat allows. It is about 2.1 km in a straight line, roughly 25 to 30 minutes along the river. Early morning or after sunset is more comfortable.
Are garden bungalows or Nile-view rooms better?
Bungalows are cheaper and quieter, set in the gardens. Nile-view rooms cost more and are the ones to pick if the river view matters to you.
Can teenagers stay without their parents?
No. The hotel states that guests under 18 can only stay with a parent or guardian.
Is the Wi-Fi good?
It is the weakest point in the scores, 8.4 on Booking.com. It is usually enough for messages and browsing; for long video calls you may prefer a hotel with a higher Wi-Fi score.
Does the hotel have an airport shuttle?
Yes, the hotel lists a paid airport shuttle. A taxi is the other option, usually around 20 minutes.
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