Steigenberger Nile Palace – Luxor
Five-star hotel on Khaled Ben Walid Street, with Nile-view rooms, family suites, an outdoor pool, spa and gym.
At a glance
- Departs
- Daily
- Board
- Bed & Breakfast
- Class
- 5-star
The short answer
Steigenberger Nile Palace Luxor is a five-star hotel stay in central Luxor near Luxor Temple and Karnak Temple, arranged through Discovery Tours Egypt.
- Luxury
- Couples·
- Groups·
- Seniors
Snapshot
Good to know
- Duration
- Per night
- Travel style
- Hotel stay
- Accommodation
- 5-Star Hotel
- Destinations
- Luxor
- Includes
- Bed & Breakfast room rate · Breakfast buffet · Complimentary Wi-Fi · Outdoor pool access · Gym access · Use of public spaces, including bar and garden areas
- Best for
- Couples · Families · Nile-view seekers · Spa and pool guests
- Discovery Tours Egypt is a licensed Egyptian tour operator.
- The listed Bed & Breakfast rate includes a breakfast buffet.
- Wi-Fi is included in rooms and public areas under the stated rate.
- Airport transfers are arranged only when explicitly booked.
- Spa treatments, massage and beauty salon services are listed as extra charges.
02Overview
A first look
A Nile-side hotel on Luxor's East Bank, Steigenberger Nile Palace offers Nile-view rooms and an outdoor pool. It provides straightforward access to Luxor Temple, the Luxor Museum and the river piers.
Background
The facts
Steigenberger Nile Palace Luxor is a five-star hotel on Khaled Ben Walid Street in central Luxor, on the east bank of the Nile. It offers standard rooms, larger suites and room categories with city or Nile views. The Bed & Breakfast rate includes a breakfast buffet and Wi-Fi in rooms and public areas.
The hotel is near the Luxor Corniche and a short drive from Luxor Temple and the Karnak Temple complex. The source information gives no exact road distances or journey times. Its central address provides access to Luxor’s riverside promenade and east-bank sightseeing area.
Luxor, known in antiquity as Thebes, was a major centre of ancient Egyptian political and religious life. Luxor Temple developed over several periods, with major construction under Amenhotep III in the 14th century BCE and Ramses II in the 13th century BCE. Karnak is a large temple complex associated with the worship of Amun and expanded by rulers across many centuries. Both sites form part of the UNESCO-listed Ancient Thebes with its Necropolis.
Named in this entry
Steigenberger Nile Palace Luxor·Luxor·Khaled Ben Walid St·Nile River·Luxor Corniche·Luxor Temple·Karnak Temple·Thebes·Ancient Thebes with its Necropolis·East Bank·Egypt
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Is this for you?
Yes, if
- This hotel suits couples, families and independent travellers who want a central Luxor base with a pool, spa and concierge. It is a good fit for guests aged 30 and over who value five-star comfort, with suite and connecting-room options for families and Nile-view rooms available to request.
Maybe not, if
- Choose another hotel if you need confirmed step-free access throughout or guaranteed Nile views. Summer visitors who prefer to avoid intense heat may find Luxor uncomfortable from May to September.
What lingers
- 01Riverside location on Luxor Corniche with Nile-facing rooms and balconies overlooking the river.
- 02About 1.5 km from Luxor Temple (5–8-minute drive); convenient for evening temple visits after midday heat.
- 03Rooftop pool and terrace with direct Nile views – ideal for a late-afternoon cool-down in summer.
- 04Short drive to the West Bank ferry crossing for the Valley of the Kings; we arrange drivers.
- 05Larger city-hotel footprint than boutique guesthouses; quieter service during weekdays, busier at Egyptian public holidays.
Honest assessment
The honest pluses and minuses, as our own team sees them after running this trip.
Highlights
- Central Khaled Ben Walid Street address near Luxor Temple and the Corniche
- Outdoor pool, gym and spa on site
- Breakfast buffet and Wi-Fi included with the Bed & Breakfast rate
- Suites and connecting rooms offer options for families
- Concierge can arrange excursions, transfers and restaurant bookings
Things to Consider
- Nile-view rooms are not guaranteed and should be requested early
- Luxor sightseeing can involve uneven surfaces around temple entrances
- May to September heat often reaches the upper 30s to 40°C
- December and January are busy, so room choice may be limited
Worth knowing
How this compares
Many room-only rates leave breakfast to arrange separately; the Bed & Breakfast rate here includes the breakfast buffet. Unlike a basic room-only stay, the property lists an outdoor pool, gym, spa facilities, bar and garden spaces; spa treatments cost extra.
Choose your room
Featured rooms
Dining
Where you'll eat
Restaurant and bar names, cuisine details, opening hours and board-basis options were not provided. We cannot confirm whether breakfast is included in the room rate, or describe the available dining choices without those details. Check the selected rate conditions before booking, particularly if you are comparing Bed & Breakfast or Half Board options. The hotel or booking confirmation can provide current menus, service times and any requirements for advance reservations.
On property
What's here
- Spa
- Gym
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Swimming pool
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Family rooms
- Concierge
- Laundry
- Bar
- Wi-Fi
- Beach access
- Garden
- Airport shuttle
Bundled in
- Breakfast
The fine print
What's included – and what is left out
Included
- Room rate per room per night
- Bed & Breakfast, including the breakfast buffet
- Complimentary Wi-Fi in guest rooms and public areas
- Use of the outdoor pool, gym and hotel public spaces, including the bar and garden areas
Not included
- City or tourism taxes, where applicable
- Airport transfers, unless booked separately
- Spa treatments, massages and beauty salon services
- Minibar charges, laundry and other incidentals
- Sightseeing excursions and guide services
Field notes
From our Egyptologists
- 01
Request a Nile-view room early; room placement varies by category and availability is limited.
- 02
Ask the hotel concierge to arrange restaurant bookings before busy evening periods.
- 03
Confirm airport transfers in advance, as they are not included unless booked.
- 04
Allow extra time for Luxor Temple and Karnak visits during the cooler morning hours.
Plan around price
When to book
Cheapest in Sept 2026 from £35 pps/night. Most expensive in Oct 2026 at £85 pps/night.
Jul26
£53
Aug26
£46
Sept26
£35
Cheapest
Oct26
£85
Highest
Nov26
£65
Dec26
£56
Jan27
£56
Feb27
£56
Mar27
£73
Apr27
£79
May27
£58
Jun27
£57
Jul27
£57
Aug27
£57
Sept27
£57
Indicative rates for a 2-night stay, 2 adults sharing. Actual nightly rates vary; final quote always confirmed at booking.
Watch out for these peak windows
A handful of dates each year sit well above the typical monthly band. If your travel dates fall inside these, expect to pay a premium even in an otherwise quiet month.
Christmas 2026
23–26 December — global European traveller peak across Cairo, Luxor and Nile cruises
£71pps/night
New Year's Eve 2026/27
30 December – 2 January — highest demand of the year in Cairo
£172pps/night
Eid al-Fitr 2027
~10 March — Egyptian domestic surge in Cairo, Alexandria, Sharm; quieter in Luxor/Aswan
£73pps/night
Western Easter 2027
28 March — UK/US/Europe school-holiday peak across all of Egypt
£84pps/night
Coptic Easter + Sham El-Nessim 2027
~18 April — short, sharp domestic surge in Cairo & Alexandria
£69pps/night
Eid al-Adha 2027
Mid-May — second major domestic peak in Cairo & Alexandria
£57pps/night
Tailor it
Make it yours
We can request a Nile-view room, suite or connecting rooms, subject to availability. Airport transfers can be added on request, and the concierge can arrange excursions and restaurant bookings. Ask us about available room rates if you want options beyond Bed & Breakfast.
Your own specialist deals with each request before you book.
Where it fits
Use the hotel as a Luxor base before or after a Nile cruise, with time for the East Bank temples and Luxor’s museums. It can also fit into a longer stay that includes the West Bank’s tombs and mortuary temples.
Accessibility
Who can join this
The hotel entrance from Khaled Ben Walid Street is reported to have step-free access to the lobby and front desk, although some public areas have short flights of steps. Guest-room floors are served by lifts, but access may vary in older parts of the building. The outdoor pool area has a small step down, and the Corniche and nearby historic pavements can be uneven. Room bathrooms differ: not all have roll-in showers or grab rails. Ground-floor or lift-accessible rooms may be available on request, subject to confirmation. Please tell us about mobility needs before booking so we can check the room and access arrangements with the hotel. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage.
Before you go
What to pack & wear
Children & families
The primary guest checking in must be at least 18; children are welcome in family suites and rooms with connecting-room options. Cot availability for infants up to 2 years should be confirmed with the hotel before booking, and a charge may apply. Child rates and any extra-bed costs depend on the room and bed arrangement. Strollers are manageable inside the hotel but less practical on uneven historic pavements. High chairs may be requested for the main dining area; please ask us to confirm availability.
These fares are a guide, as prices and rooms move through the year. Do ask us and we will confirm the fare for the days you have in mind.
Location
The setting
Steigenberger Nile Palace Luxor is a five-star hotel in Luxor, Egypt. The information provided confirms the city but does not specify the hotel’s neighbourhood, street address or distance from nearby landmarks. We therefore cannot give reliable walking times or advice on getting around from the property. For planning, confirm the exact address and local transport options with the hotel before booking. Luxor has distinct areas on the east and west banks of the Nile, so the hotel’s precise position matters when comparing access to sights and services.
While you're here
Worth pairing
- Luxor Temple25 min walk
- Luxor Museum3 km
- Mummification Museum2 km
- Karnak Temple6 km
Why book this with us
Three reasons, stated plainly
01
Request a Nile-view room when arranging your stay
02
Add airport transfers to your hotel booking
03
Ask us to coordinate excursions and restaurant bookings
– Responsible travel
How we travel here
Transfers arranged through the hotel or concierge use standard petrol or diesel vehicles supplied by third parties; we do not operate those vehicles. The hotel uses refillable bulk amenities in public areas and asks guests to reuse towels where possible. Its linen-rotation policy is relevant in Luxor, where water is a constrained resource. We work with the hotel management and local suppliers for services such as produce and laundry, keeping some spending within the Luxor community. Spa treatments and excursions are provided by local contractors. If you would like specific lower-impact arrangements, ask us before arrival and we will confirm what the hotel and its suppliers can provide.
Licensed Egyptologist guides
State-licensed, and people we have worked with for years
Fair wages on the ground
Drivers + guides paid above market
Site preservation
We follow the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities' site rules: marked paths, no touching reliefs
Local teams, real help
Our own offices in Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Hurghada, Marsa Alam and Sharm El Sheikh
·In summary
Steigenberger Nile Palace Luxor is a five-star hotel on the east bank of the Nile in central Luxor. Luxor Temple and the Karnak Temple complex are a short drive away, and Bed & Breakfast rates include a breakfast buffet and Wi-Fi.
Asked & answered
Frequent questions
01Can you arrange airport transfers to Steigenberger Nile Palace?
Yes – we can arrange private airport transfers from Luxor International Airport to Steigenberger Nile Palace. Pickup includes meet-and-greet, private vehicle and luggage assistance; please send flight details so we can monitor delays. We are a licensed Egyptian tour operator and usually provide private transfers rather than coach pickups for Luxor city bookings.02Are there Nile-view rooms at Steigenberger Nile Palace?
Some rooms at Steigenberger Nile Palace offer Nile views. Request a Nile-facing room when you book; availability varies by room type and season. Street-facing rooms overlook the Corniche and can be noisier in high season, so we note preferences on your booking.03Is breakfast included at Steigenberger Nile Palace?
Breakfast inclusion depends on the rate you book (room-only or bed-and-breakfast). If you book through us on a B&B basis we confirm it on your voucher. Early-morning boxed breakfasts are available for dawn starts to the West Bank or balloon flights.04How near is Steigenberger Nile Palace to Luxor Temple and Karnak Temple?
Steigenberger Nile Palace is on Luxor's east bank, within easy reach of Luxor Temple and Karnak Temple. Typical transfer times across central Luxor are short, though Corniche traffic can add a few minutes at peak times. We recommend early starts to beat the crowds at both sites.05What time is check-in and check-out at Steigenberger Nile Palace?
The hotel's standard times are typically 15:00 for check-in and 12:00 for check-out. Early arrival or late departure can usually be arranged subject to availability and may incur a charge. We will request flexibility from the hotel on your behalf when needed.06Is Steigenberger Nile Palace suitable for early starts to the West Bank or hot-air balloon pickups?
Yes – the hotel accommodates early departures for West Bank tours and balloon pickups with prior notice. Expect pick-ups around dawn (typically 04:00–05:00); we can arrange boxed breakfasts and private cars to avoid shared coach schedules. Note there may be a supplement for very early private transfers.
If plans change
Cancellation and refunds
What you receive back if you cancel depends on how far ahead of your holiday you let us know and the kind of holiday you book. See our current cancellation and refund terms
Last updated 8 March 2025Product ID: HTL-LUX-430281
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