Hotel
Al Moudira Hotel
A palace-style West Bank retreat of domes, courtyards and antiques set in ten hectares of palm groves and gardens, and a member of Relais & Châteaux.
Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa
A Nile-side resort and spa about a kilometre from Karnak Temple, with an infinity pool, a thermal garden and seven restaurants, cafés and bars.
At a glance
- Type
- Nile-side resort and spa
- Area
- New Karnak, East Bank, Luxor, Egypt
- Price
- $$$$ · Luxury
- Official site
- hilton.com
Good to know
- Nile-view infinity pool
- Outdoor thermal garden
- Spa
- Seven restaurants and bars
- Kids menu
- Room service
Why we recommend it
Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa sits on the East Bank in New Karnak, north of the town centre, with gardens running down to the Nile. Its big advantage is location for the temples: Karnak is about a kilometre away, while Luxor Temple, Luxor Museum, the souq and the town centre are around three kilometres to the south. It feels like a resort rather than a city hotel, which suits travellers who want to come back from the monuments to a pool and a spa.
The spa is one of the most complete in Luxor. Alongside a Nile-view infinity pool and heat facilities including an outdoor thermal garden, treatments range from hot stone and Balinese-style massages to facials, waxing and nail care, and there are newer additions such as a detoxifying steam bed and vibroacoustic sound beds. There is also an outdoor pool for general use, and children are catered for with a kids menu.
Dining is spread across seven outlets. Rosetta, the main restaurant, has interiors inspired by the Rosetta Stone, booth seating and Nile views, and serves the breakfast buffet. Olives offers Mediterranean snacks and sizzling grills in an airy setting beneath Egyptian fretwork, and Silk Road is the fine-dining Asian restaurant, with Indian curries and Malaysian soups among the dishes. Diwan is a waterfront shisha café serving teas and Turkish coffee, the Jannah Tea Bar in the spa courtyard serves smoothies and light lunches, the Oasis Pool Bar is a sunken bar in the pool, and the Sunset Bar & Terrace is the place for cocktails as the sun goes down over the West Bank, with live entertainment.
The Hilton suits couples, families and anyone who wants resort facilities and good food on site. Check-in is from 15:00 and check-out by 12:00, and room service is available. If you plan to spend evenings in the town centre, budget for taxis, as the walk along the Corniche is long.
Karnak is close enough for an early visit before the crowds, and the hotel can help arrange West Bank tours, balloon flights and Nile excursions. Contact the resort directly by phone or email for bookings and special requests, such as a Nile-view room or spa treatments.
Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa FAQs
Where is the Hilton Luxor?
In New Karnak on the East Bank, about a kilometre from Karnak Temple and around three kilometres from the town centre.
Does it have a spa?
Yes, with a Nile-view infinity pool, an outdoor thermal garden and a full range of treatments.
How many restaurants and bars are there?
Seven, including Rosetta, Olives, Silk Road, Diwan, the Jannah Tea Bar, the Oasis Pool Bar and the Sunset Bar & Terrace.
What are check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 and check-out is by 12:00.
Is it good for families?
Yes, there is an outdoor pool and a kids menu.
How far is Luxor Temple?
About three kilometres.
How do I contact the hotel?
Call +20 95 2399999 or email [email protected].