A frontier town of Ancient Egypt, the city of Aswan is around 4,500 years old. It’s located by the Nile River and boasts a supremely rich heritage. Today, it’s a bustling tourist centre, offering attractions such as the multiple obelisks (colossal statues), the controversial Aswan Dam, and a beautiful view of the Nile River. There are so many things to do in this ancient city, you will never lack anything. Nature lovers can explore the 6.8 ha (16.80 ac) of Aswan Botanical Garden to admire the various birds and plant species here. History buffs should not miss out on visiting Nubian Museum, which houses 6,000 years old pottery bowls! In the evening, stroll on Korniche Of Nile ASWAN to enjoy spectacular sunset views.
To maximize the convenience and enjoyment of your holiday, check out the accommodations listed below for the best places to stay in Aswan, Egypt.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on August 22, 2024.
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1. Hapi Hotel (from USD 56)
Planning to explore the famous attractions of Aswan? Then, book a stay at Hapi Hotel. This property is a five-minute drive away from Nubian Museum and a five-minute walk away from Korniche Of Nile ASWAN. The air-conditioned rooms feature Wi-Fi to check on current affairs. Families with kids can request a cot for a comfortable stay. The shared lounge will come in handy if you’re planning to watch your favorite sports or movies. After that, head to the on-site restaurant for a delicious dinner.
The property offers daily housekeeping and laundry services for an additional charge, allowing you to pack light!
Hapi Hotel
Address: 10 Abtal El Tahrir
7.59 km (4.8 mi) from Philae Temple
2. Citymax Hotel Aswan (from USD 93)
Nestled in the scenic location of Kornish Al Nile, Citymax Hotel Aswan provides a delightful and comfortable 4-star accommodation experience, boasting top-notch amenities. Guests can enjoy the convenience of free internet, air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, and a refreshing outdoor pool.
The on-site restaurant serves a sumptuous breakfast buffet as a delightful start to the day. For relaxation, the hotel offers a soothing sauna, and the attentive 24-hour front desk ensures guests’ needs are met at all times. With its proximity to popular attractions such as the Ferial Gardens and Tombs of the Nobles, the hotel is the perfect home base for your next vacation.
Citymax Hotel Aswan
Address: Kornish Al Nile, Besides CIB Bank
8.13 km (5.1 mi) from Philae Temple
3. Basma Club
Basma Executive Club, a highly regarded 4-star hotel, boasts a range of comfortable amenities, such as air conditioning, private bathrooms, and flat-screen televisions, offering guests a pleasant stay with picturesque lake views. The hotel is well-equipped with desirable features including a restaurant, a bar, an inviting outdoor pool, and a complimentary internet connection.
Visitors can also enjoy the convenience of a terrace, a cozy shared lounge, and free private parking. Its favorable location has easy access to popular attractions such as Kitchener’s Island and the renowned Nubian Museum.
Basma Club
Address: Elfanadek street
5.81 km (3.7 mi) from Philae Temple
4. Mövenpick Resort Aswan (from USD 262)
One of the best areas to stay in Aswan is the Mövenpick hotel chain with consistently world-class service. Its resort in Aswan is no different. Located on Elephantine Island in the middle of the River Nile, the resort is luxurious, aiming to pamper you to the very best. Equipped with countless services such as a swimming pool, tennis court, and a gymnasium, you can wind down and relax leisurely within the resort. Guests can also enjoy free WiFi in the whole property including the rooms.
All rooms offer private balconies or terraces, and many enjoy panoramic views across the river. Talk about a great view - the Aswan main island across the glittering Nile in the sunrise! Guests staying also have a range of dining options with 3 restaurants, and 2 bars on site. Feel free to take your pick of preferred cuisine, be it international or Nubian. Some are located by the picturesque pool, while others boast romantic views across the water. For more casual dining, guests can also make use of the barbecue facilities. Consistently preferred by couples, this resort is great for those on their honeymoon. The romantic views and privacy of an island are unbeatable.
Mövenpick Resort Aswan
Address: Elephantine Island
7.56 km (4.7 mi) from Philae Temple
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5. Sofitel Legend Old Cataract (from USD 384)
If you’re wondering where to stay in Aswan, the Sofitel Legend Old Cataract is a classic five-star hotel guaranteed to give you a world-class stay. Located in the Nubian Desert on the banks of the Nile, opposite Elephantine Island, the hotel offers elegant rooms and suites. These rooms naturally offer unforgettable views of the Nile alongside the sandy desert. The hotel is also luxuriously equipped, featuring outdoor and indoor pools. What’s unique about the Sofitel Legend Old Cataract is the historical vibes and retro classiness. The hotel is a Victorian-style building with the pink granite facade, while the interior has modern rooms with private bathrooms. Each of the air-conditioned rooms is also decorated with wooden furniture.
A foodie? Fear not for the range of dining options at the hotel is formidable. Sofitel Legend Old Cataract has 4 restaurants serving international and oriental dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Oriental Kebabgy Restaurant has a terrace with panoramic views over the Nile, great for a lovely breakfast when admiring the sunrise. In addition, the hotel has 4 bars! The Promenade has views over Elephantine Island, while The Bar is an evening piano lounge in a classic oriental setting. Guests can visit the hotel’s spa and relax in the sauna, the hammam, or the hot tub. They can also use the fitness centre or enjoy massage treatments. Do pamper yourself here!
Sofitel Legend Old Cataract
Address: Abtal El Tahrir Street
6.33 km (4.0 mi) from Philae Temple
6. Philae Hotel Aswan (from USD 53)
The Philae Hotel Aswan is far more affordable, without skimping on the quality of accommodation! Situated along the stretch of the Corniche El Nile, Philae Hotel faces the River Nile. One can then surely expect the room views to be equally stunning. The hotel offers air-conditioned accommodation with balconies overlooking the river, so do lounge there and admire the beauty of Aswan. Rooms also feature free Wi-Fi in all areas and an American breakfast is included in their signature restaurant.
All rooms and apartments are lovingly and individually decorated at Philae Hotel. They boast ornate furniture and rich fabrics, fit for a king! The apartment offers a living room with a dining area and a flat-screen TV, while the kitchen includes a fridge. It is simply a home away from home. Guests can also benefit from the easy access to the city using the Aswan train station, which is a 1 km (0.6 mi) drive away. An airport shuttle is available upon request for your convenience.
Philae Hotel Aswan
Address: 79 Cormiche El Nile Street
7.13 km (4.5 mi) from Philae Temple
7. Pyramisa Island Hotel Aswan (from USD 78)
This exotic resort, Pyramisa Isis Island Aswan Resort & Spa, is uniquely located in the middle of the Nile on an island near the centre of Aswan, otherwise known as the middle of the Corniche! The resort has a whopping 28 acres (11 hectares) of landscaped gardens with magnificent views of the Nile, mountains and Aswan city, resulting in stunning pictures for guests. All 450 rooms and suites also enjoy exotic panoramic views of the Nile, the mountains, tropical gardens, and swimming-pools. All rooms are spacious and are nicely furnished with all modern facilities.
If you love your tourist attractions and thereby are afraid about the inconvenience of the location, don’t worry! Pyramisa Resort is simply a few minutes sailing to Agha Khan Mausoleum and the central shopping area. Feel free to book with the hotel staff and enjoy an otherworldly and picturesque sail in the Corniche. If needed, guests can request to arrange for pick-up service from the airport to the hotel for a small fee, by using the hotel’s contact details in the confirmation e-mail received.
Pyramisa Island Hotel Aswan
Address: Corniche El Nil
6.08 km (3.8 mi) from Philae Temple
8. Nubian House Sahlol (from 13 USD)
An authentic Nubian house on the west side of the city, this Airbnb in Aswan, Egypt, is great for travelers on a budget! Although with fair warning, the place lacks amenities such as wireless internet and air conditioning. With 6 bedrooms and a shared bathroom, the Airbnb is suitable for those seeking to rent a private room and stay in a community of solo travelers.
Nubian House Sahlol
Price: from 13 USD
Number of Guests: 2
9. Traditional Nubian house in proximity to great tourist destinations!
This Airbnb is lovingly fitted with traditional Nubian furniture and a great spot for some homey serenity. Take a short ferry trip to access the home, which is situated on Elephantine Island, right in the middle of the Nile! Guests have praised the convenience of requesting the owner to rent a motorboat specially, and the great meals offered by the quaint little cafe beside the apartment. Not only does the location give you some truly romantic views, one can be sure that there is a level of privacy and calm, which may be hard to come by in a bustling tourist centre.
Therefore, the owner recommends this place for couples honeymooning and families. With 3 beds and 4 sofa beds, the Airbnb is also perfect for larger groups. In proximity to the Elephantine Temple and Botanical Gardens, it is also highly convenient if you want to visit these attractions and explore the little island!
Aswan, Aswan Governorate, Egypt
6.99 km (4.4 mi) from Philae TempleTop guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the apartment had very good ac and the views from the apartment of the nile are spectacularapartment could be improved if there was wifiadd a swim in crystal-clear nile and you will be the happiest one in aswanHost:
very kind owner and nice food from his momthe host is truly nice and caring and responsiveragab is also very helpful in organizing trips and making any guest feel at homemarwa was a great host that was helpful and always responded quicklybut i think the house-owner is niceRead more reviewsLocation:
close to the house is a restaurant with good foodthe village was nice to walk around it’s quiet and everyone is very friendlythe location of the house is superb with a wonderful view to kitchner island and the westbank
10. Authentic Nubian farmhouse
The farm house is located in the middle of Elephantine Island, in the ancient quarters that date back to 3200 BC! The house is surrounded by farmlands and gardens, perfect for those who prefer to be in the midst of nature and a rustic lifestyle. We recommend having a nice cup of tea or breakfast on the terrace, while looking over the farm. What makes this Airbnb special is the opportunity for the guest to stay with a Nubian family in the same building. The Nubian family will be staying on the first floor while the guests, on the second. The family is fluent in English, so be encouraged to befriend them! The owner assures that the family is very warm and welcoming, giving tips to guests about sightseeing in Aswan.
If you book one room, the bed will be rented at 10 USD per night, including breakfast. Otherwise, for 2 rooms, containing 4 beds in each room, the fee would be 40 USD per night including breakfast. Traveling alone? The owner is highly generous and offers a free tour in the family’s homemade museum Animalia. It gives an excellent introduction to life in Nubia and its history, fauna and flora, and also the geology of the region.
Aswan, Aswan Governorate, Egypt
7.22 km (4.5 mi) from Philae TempleAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the room was cozy with a great view of their farmthe breakfasts were delicious and the museum animalia was a highlight of our tripthe rooms were clean and comfortable and the views from the balcony were amazingi didn't need an air conditioner and i sweat like a spongethe room was cool at night with only a fanCleanliness:
the house was very clean and the bed was comfortablethe room was beautifully decorated with nubian crafts clean and spaciousthe place is clean and the breakfast is fabulousthe place was clean and comfortable and well taken care ofeverything was perfectly clean and we have been provided with all the necessary (towels sheetsHost:
fatima was a good hostit was gorgeous and the hosts are absolute gemsfatma's family was a great hostyou wake up to a lush green farm and delicious breakfast provided by the hostthe house and fatima’s parents were the perfect host from the moment before arriving until we leftRead more reviewsLocation:
this is an amazing place right in the heart of elephantine islandfatma’s is the perfect place to get away from it all and escape the glorious chaos of modern egyptthe location with the farmland around the house is very relaxing and beautifulnubia will always have a special place in my heart and i hope to come back soonour stay at fatma’s farm house was amazing the farm village they live in is so beautiful and quiet
Savor the exquisite views of the Nile at Aswan
The diversity of Aswan’s geography is simply stunning, as seen from the iconic Nile and the sandy mountains to the bustling city. There are also plenty of things to do from going on the best tours to exploring ancient temples. Book any of the locations listed above to truly enjoy the experience of Aswan, with its beauty and idyllic charm.
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