Hotels in Luxor

Straddling the banks of the River Nile, Luxor is packed full of culture both ancient and modern. On the East Bank you find the main hub of the city, but also the Luxor Temple, the Temple of Karnak, Luxor Museum and most of the hotels in Luxor.

The ancient ruins Egypt is most famous for are found on the West Bank, including the Valley of the Kings and the Valley of the Queens. This is where the old capital of Egypt, Thebes, was once found, hence the plethora of ruins.

The most notable highlights of the Valley of the Kinds are the tomb of Tutankhamun, the elaborate and highly decorated tomb of Ramesses VI, the tombs of Horemheb and Merneptah make up the phase two tombs and phase one is the tomb if Thutmose III and is one of the most remote in The Valley.

Sunsets over the Nile are world renowned, so take a felucca ride just before the sun calls it a day to really make a trip to Luxor magical.

The setting for Luxor, an oasis on the banks of the Nile, surrounded by desert is stunning and most Luxor hotels play up this beauty. Hotels in Luxor are usually of a high quality, mainly five-star, but thankfully you still won't have to pay in gold for Luxor hotels.

However, when you book Luxor hotels you need to consider your travel dates. The summer months can be unbearable hot so it is advisable to reserve a hotel room in Luxor well in advance to secure to Luxor accommodation you want.

There can be a huge range in price if you are lucky enough to get Luxor hotel deals that include breakfast and transfers. So always check online for the best offers before you book Luxor hotel rooms.