Best Luxury Hotels in Egypt

An ancient civilisation, that links North Africa with the Middle East, Egypt contains some of the world’s greatest wonders and most iconic landmarks. Some visit here to explore the Pyramids of Giza, Valley of the Kings and tombs of the Pharaohs. Others come for the dazzling beach resorts, glitzy bars and colourful souks. While adventure seekers will love to take thrilling 4 x 4 rides over the dunes of the Sinai desert or dive the Red Sea’s bio-diverse coral reefs. Find your perfect place to stay when holidaying in this mystical land, with these high-rated Egyptian hotels. 

Red Sea Governorate, Soma Bay

Kempinski Hotel Soma Bay

Hotel
(5 stars)
TLE Icon TLE Recommends: Book a Laguna Club room for exclusive lounge access and a direct lagoon-pool setting
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Rooms 325 rooms and suites with Moorish-style interiors and balconies overlooking the Red Sea, lagoons or resort gardens
Amenities Multiple restaurants and bars including Al Mar, The View, and Bamboo Shoot, Cascades Spa & Thalasso, 5,700 sqm pool complex with lazy river, tennis, squash and private beach
More A Kempinski beachfront resort on Soma Bay Peninsula, with the Gary Player-designed Somabay Golf course on the doorstep

A sprawling, low rise resort, the Kempinski is made up of 325 bedrooms, with six restaurants and bars, The Cascades Spa and Thalasso. Tennis, squash, snorkelling and kids activities are all provided onsite. The hotel’s own stretch of sandy beach is strewn with amber bean bags that reflect the colour of those red-gold sunsets. Here guests can get comfy with a cocktail in hand and watch the changing hues of the horizon. Interiors are a blend of classic European and North African style and even the standard grade of bedroom comes with a furnished balcony and sitting area.

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Cairo Governorate, Cairo, Bulaq

The Fairmont Cairo, Nile City

Hotel
(5 stars)
TLE Icon TLE Recommends: Book a Fairmont Gold room with access to the Gold Lounge, with dedicated butler, dinner and incredible Nile views from the private floor
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Rooms 562 rooms and suites with Art Deco interiors and panoramic Nile, Cairo or Pyramid views
Amenities Six restaurants and three bars including Saigon and L'Uliveto, Fairmont Spa with private hammam, rooftop Sky Pool, casino and 24-hour gym
More A Fairmont landmark in Cairo's Nile City Towers on the Corniche, minutes from the Egyptian Museum and Tahrir Square

Situated just 23.5 miles away from Cairo International Airport, The Fairmont Nile City offers everything in the line of luxury that guests would expect during their stay. Guests stay in elegant, soundproof rooms, some of them offering panoramic views of the Nile and can choose to dine at one of seven food and beverage venues on the property. Al Fresco dining on the rooftop terrace is also available and the Bab El Nil provides great Middle Eastern cuisine and night-time entertainment.

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Cairo Governorate, Cairo, Downtown Cairo

Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile

Hotel
(5 stars)
TLE Icon TLE Recommends: Book dinner on the Jayda Nile Terrace at sunset and enjoy Egyptian-Lebanese platters served under soft lights with the Nile flowing by
At a glance
Rooms 615 rooms and suites across 24 floors, all with private balconies and Nile or city views
Amenities Restaurants and bars include Jayda Nile Terrace, Kamala, Oak Grill and Stage One. 1,000 sqm Sofitel Spa, Club Millésime lounge and landscaped outdoor pool
More The largest Sofitel in the world within walking distance from Tahrir Square

Rising over the Nile with sweeping river and city views, Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile brings together French art de vivre and Egyptian heritage in the heart of the capital. Across 24 floors, the hotel offers 615 guestrooms and suites, each with a private balcony. Interiors layer French elegance with vibrant local touches, while spa-style bathrooms with rainfall showers and luxury amenities add a sense of sanctuary. Suites feature separate living areas, panoramic Nile views and 24-hour butler service.

Dining is a celebration of global flavours, from Egyptian-Lebanese plates on the Jayda Nile Terrace to refined East Asian dishes at Kamala, cocktails and nightlife at Stage One, with other restaurants serving both regional and international cuisine. Leisure facilities include a Sofitel Spa blending French beauty with Egyptian traditions, a Jacuzzi, saunas, couples’ rooms, and a 300-square metre outdoor pool. With Club Millésime, a state-of-the-art fitness centre and within close proximity to Cairo’s cultural landmarks, Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile is a cosmopolitan retreat overlooking Egypt’s most iconic river.

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Luxor Governorate, Luxor, East Bank

Steigenberger Nile Palace

Hotel
(5 stars)
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Rooms 303 rooms and suites with balconies or terraces and city, Nile or mountain views
Amenities Multiple restaurants offering a range of international cuisine, Wellbeing Spa, heated outdoor pool, children's pool, rooftop tennis court and 24-hour fitness centre
More A Steigenberger riverside resort in central Luxor, with a private boat dock for crossings to the Valley of the Kings

The luxurious Steigenberger Nile Palace, Luxor sits on the banks of the Nile with its own private boat dock and across the river from The Valley of the Kings and the Pharaonic Tombs. The hotel is comprised of 303 lavish guestrooms and suites, overlooking the city, courtyards, mountains and the River Nile, featuring the spacious President Suite. Guests are invited to dine in any of the four on-site restaurants, serving local and international cuisine, or unwind in the café or any of the three bars. The hotel is home to a large outdoor swimming pool and terrace area where guests can soak up the sun all throughout the day. There is a rejuvenating spa and excellent wellness facilities including a traditional Hammam. Guests can also take advantage of the state-of-the-art equipment in the fitness centre.

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Cairo Governorate, Cairo, Garden City

Kempinski Nile Hotel

Hotel
(5 stars)
TLE Icon TLE Recommends: Book a Nile Deluxe Suite with seperate lounge area, private balcony and direct Nile views
At a glance
Rooms 137 rooms and 54 suites with Pierre-Yves Rochon interiors, many with Nile views and private balconies
Amenities Turkish, Italian and Mediterranean restaurants, atmospheric Jazz Bar, Chocolate Lounge, spa and rooftop pool
More A boutique five-star on the Nile in Cairo's historic Garden City quarter, walking distance from Tahrir Square and the Egyptian Museum

The Kempinski Nile Hotel, situated on the banks of the Nile River in Egypt’s beautiful capital of Cairo, offers its guests a fantastic, 5-star boutique experience. Being in the heart of the capital’s Garden City district makes the local attractions, shopping areas and the famed Pyramids of Giza easily accessible to guests. With 137 rooms and 54 exclusive suites with private balconies, 4-star restaurants and lounges, rooftop pool, a luxury spa and fitness centre, the Kempinski Nile lives up to all expectations.

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Cairo Governorate, Cairo, Garden City

InterContinental Cairo Semiramis

Hotel
(5 stars)
TLE Icon TLE Recommends: Book a Club InterContinental room with access to the 18th-floor lounge, enhanced Nile views and exclusive breakfast and evening service
At a glance
Rooms 726 rooms and suites across 28 floors, all with private balconies and Nile or city views
Amenities Nine restaurants and bars including The Grill steakhouse, Semiramis Spa, free-form outdoor pool, casino and 24-hour gym
More A 1987 Nile-front IHG landmark on the Corniche el-Nil, a five-minute walk from the Egyptian Museum and Tahrir Square

Just a five minute walk from the Egyptian Museum, the InterContinental Cairo Semiramis, a luxury 5-star hotel overlooks the Nile River. It features a variety of facilities, including a heated outdoor swimming pool, a gym, complimentary WiFi, an on-site casino, as well as 24-hour front desk service. All rooms have large balconies offering views of either the city or the Nile River. Satellite flat-screen television, as well as in-room cold and hot drinks are available for guest’s comfort. The restaurants at the hotel offer meals ranging from Thai and Italian to Lebanese dishes and guests can watch professional belly-dancers performing at the Haroun Al Rashid Night Club.

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Cairo Governorate, Cairo, Zamalek

Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah

Hotel
(5 stars)
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Rooms 433 Rooms & Suites with Nile Views
Amenities Multiple Dining options like La Palmeraie & Kebabgy, the Sofitel Spa, an infinity Pool, & a Fully Equipped Fitness Centre
More Located on Gezirah Island

Guests to the Sofitel El Gezirah, a luxury 5-star hotel situated on the River Nile, can enjoy leisurely strolls along the hotel’s private promenade that offers spectacular views of the river. Apart from a variety of leisure facilities, the Sofitel El Gezirah also offers no less than seven restaurants serving Egyptian, Moroccan, Indian and Italian cuisine. Bars on the property include the trendy Window on the Nile and the Le Duplex Bar. Tours and trips of the area can be arranged with the concierge.

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Aswan Governorate, Aswan

Mövenpick Aswan

Hotel
(5 stars)
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More Set on Elephantine Island amid lush gardens and organic farmland

Mövenpick Aswan brings resort-style luxury to one of Egypt’s most captivating settings. With over 400 rooms, suites and villas, the property occupies a prime position on Elephantine Island, surrounded by lush gardens and views that sweep across the Nile towards Aswan and the desert beyond. Interiors draw inspiration from Nubian design, with warm tones and natural textures balanced by contemporary comforts, while private terraces and balconies frame the ever-changing river.

Dining is a highlight, from authentic Egyptian and Nubian cuisine at Mezze to panoramic meals at the rooftop restaurant, where 360-degree views accompany the experience. Lighter bites can be enjoyed at the Orangerie, poolside bar or Al Qahwa lounge. Guests have access to a spa with treatment rooms, steam and sauna facilities, alongside a fully equipped gym. Leisure unfolds across two outdoor pools, including an infinity-edge pool by the river, complemented by a children’s pool and a dedicated kids’ club.

Beyond its facilities, the hotel surprises with an organic farm, birdwatching station and deer enclosure, giving the island a character all its own. With historic treasures such as the Philae Temple and the Nubian Museum just moments away, Mövenpick Aswan balances the tranquillity of an island escape with the cultural depth of its setting.

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Red Sea Governorate, Soma Bay

Steigenberger Resort Ras Soma

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 409 Luxurious Accommodations include Swim-up Rooms & Villas with Private Pools
Amenities Buffet Restaurant, 24-hour Lobby Bar, Wellness Centre, Olympic-Sized Pools, Gym, Tennis Courts & Kids Club
More Located on Egypt's Red Sea Coast, 55 Km South of Hurghada International Airport

This hotel opened its doors in April 2021, a 409 room, five-star property with five restaurants, a shisha bar and a state of the art spa. It comes from the Deutsche Hospitality brand and features an enormous pool at its centre, surrounded by chic cabanas and floating day beds. Guests can try cover diving, kite-surfing, stand up paddleboarding and sailing at the private beach, or play tennis, work out in the gym and swim in the pool within the grounds. Suite options include villas with multiple bedrooms, kitchens and a beachfront position housing two or three bedrooms, a kitchen and a private pool.

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Luxor Governorate, Luxor, East Bank

Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa

Hotel
(5 stars)
TLE Icon TLE Recommends: Book a Superior Spa Suite with an in-room jacuzzi, steam room and balcony overlooking the River Nile
At a glance
Rooms 236 contemporary rooms and suites including Nile-view suites with in-room jacuzzi and steam room
Amenities Three signature restaurants (Silk Road, Rosetta, Olives Poolside), multiple bars, award-winning Hilton Luxor Spa, two Nile-view pools and fitness centre
More A waterfront Hilton on the Nile in Karnak village, two minutes from Karnak Temple and 15 from the Valley of the Kings

Lovers of luxury will be instantly familiar with the Hilton brand and its dedication to excellence. While this establishment may be far removed from its origins, the Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa does not disappoint. Guests will be provided with the first-class service that the Hilton brand has built its reputation on, while the spacious spa is the perfect place to unwind after spending the day exploring Luxor’s historical treasures. There are two large outdoor swimming pools for guests to take advantage of that are set in a stunning garden, while parents to want to enjoy a little alone time can take advantage of the children’s club.

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Cairo Governorate, Cairo, Heliopolis

Radisson Blu Hotel, Cairo Heliopolis

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 427 modern rooms and suites with air-conditioning, soundproofing and city or quiet street views
Amenities MIX international all-day dining, Pescatore Italian seafood, 1122 atrium bar, Terrace on 9 pool bar, Cloud 9 Spa and rooftop pool
More A Radisson Blu in Heliopolis just 3 km from Cairo International Airport, with a rooftop pool and atrium dining

Close to Cairo International Airport, the Radisson Blu is a wonderful place for guests to relax and unwind whilst enjoying the sites of Cairo. The hotel’s many different rooms and suites are all modern and exceptionally comfortable with every room boasting air conditioning, free Wi-Fi and modern amenities. The hotel also has an onsite spa and wellness centre which offers a range of treatment options, a fitness centre, running trails and an outdoor pool. The hotel’s restaurant, Pescatore  Ristorante, serves exquisite Italian dishes, all cooked in front of guests in the restaurant’s magnificent open kitchen. Guests can also enjoy fresh juices, coffees, and cocktails in the 1122 lobby bar or for those in a hurry, the hotel serves complimentary cookies at reception. Adjacent to the terrace pool is a bar which has a brilliant a la carte menu paired with a variety of wines.

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Cairo Governorate, Cairo, Heliopolis

Radisson Residences, Cairo Heliopolis

Apartments
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 163 contemporary one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments with kitchenettes and separate living areas
Amenities MIX all-day restaurant, Cairo Bar, family-friendly Sky Pool Bar, year-round outdoor pool, fitness centre and hot tub
More A modern Radisson Residences aparthotel in Heliopolis, just 1 km from Cairo International Airport

Radisson Residences, Cairo Heliopolis provides an excellent base for discovering Cairo’s ancient marvels, including the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Old Cairo. This historic area is celebrated for its ancient mosques, museums, and iconic architecture, showcasing a civilisation that influenced the world. From the magnificent pyramids of Giza to the lively Khan El Khalili bazaar, Cairo is a city of contrasts where the ancient meets the modern. It offers an endless journey through history, culture, and cuisine, making it a captivating destination for travellers from across the globe.

The Radisson Residences, Cairo Heliopolis boasts 163 elegantly designed apartments, including one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom options. Each apartment features a fully equipped kitchenette and a separate living area, combining comfort, style, and convenience. Additionally, 65 apartments include balconies, with 20 offering views of the pool.

Situated within the Cairo Complex, the hotel offers an unmatched combination of retail and dining outlets, and office spaces. MIX Restaurant provides a superb all-day dining experience, while Cairo Bar is the perfect spot for relaxation and entertainment. The family-friendly Sky Pool Bar on the second floor is ideal for unwinding by the pool. The hotel also offers leisure amenities such as a fitness centre, an outdoor pool, and valet parking, ensuring a stay that meets every need.

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