Aswan Plaza Corniche
Four-star on Kornish Al Nile, beside CIB Bank; rooms and suites, rooftop terrace, outdoor pool, spa, beach access, restaurant and bar.
At a glance
- Length
- 1 days · 0 nights
- Departs
- Daily
- Board
- Bed & Breakfast
- Class
- 4-star
The short answer
Aswan Plaza Corniche is a one-night hotel stay in central Aswan, arranged through Discovery Tours Egypt.
Snapshot
Good to know
- Duration
- 1 day
- Travel style
- Nile-front Hotel Stay
- Accommodation
- 4-Star Hotel
- Destinations
- Aswan
- Includes
- Room rate as booked · Wi-Fi in rooms and public areas · Use of outdoor pool · Use of fitness facilities · Daily housekeeping · On-site parking
- Best for
- Nile-view seekers · Independent travellers · Guests wanting a central Aswan address · Travellers who value on-site leisure facilities
- Discovery Tours Egypt is a licensed Egyptian tour operator.
- The supplied hotel information identifies the property as 4-star.
- The stated front desk service is available 24 hours a day.
- The supplied inclusions specify Wi-Fi in guest rooms and public areas.
- The supplied room-rate terms distinguish included facilities from separately charged spa treatments and unbooked airport transfers.
02Overview
A first look
Morning on the Kornish Al Nile begins with motorboats and feluccas passing beneath the balcony and the smell of strong coffee from nearby cafés, a view many rooms at Aswan Plaza Corniche offer. The rooftop terrace and the shaded pool provide quiet places to read, while the restaurant serves a breakfast buffet of local and continental choices; the spa and bar are steps away if you prefer to stay on site.
We arrange your reservation and can add an airport shuttle or late check-in; the front desk will hold early luggage and our local team will confirm your room type and any special requests before arrival. We recommend this hotel for travellers who want a central Nile-front address beside CIB Bank with straightforward facilities.
Background
The facts
Aswan Plaza Corniche is a 4-star hotel on Kornish Al Nile in central Aswan, Egypt. The property faces the Nile and stands beside CIB Bank. It offers standard double rooms and suites, with many rooms providing Nile or city views; some have balconies or terrace views.
The hotel is on Aswan’s Corniche, within walking distance of the Aswan Souk and the riverfront promenade. Exact walking distances and journey times are not specified. The central address places the property among Aswan’s urban waterfront streets rather than at a resort outside the city centre.
Facilities include a rooftop terrace, outdoor pool, bar, spa, fitness facilities, concierge and on-site parking. Wi-Fi is available in guest rooms and public areas, and daily housekeeping is included. The front desk operates 24 hours a day; breakfast, airport transfers and spa treatments depend on the booking or are charged separately. Check-in times, seasonal opening hours and room-specific view availability are not provided.
Named in this entry
Aswan Plaza Corniche·Aswan·Kornish Al Nile·Aswan Corniche·Nile·CIB Bank·Aswan Souk·Egypt
Suited to
Is this for you?
Yes, if
- Aswan Plaza Corniche suits independent travellers, couples and small families who want a central Aswan hotel with Nile views, a pool and practical services. Choose it over a larger resort-style property if you plan to spend time around the Corniche and Aswan Souk.
Maybe not, if
- It may not suit guests seeking a quiet resort setting or step-free access throughout the surrounding streets. Families with very young children should expect busy pavements and limited stroller access beyond the hotel’s public areas.
What lingers
- 01Corniche address facing the Nile in Aswan
- 02Standard double rooms and suites, with Nile or city views available in many rooms
- 03Outdoor pool and rooftop terrace
- 04On-site restaurant, bar and spa
- 05Concierge, room service and airport shuttle service
Honest Assessment
Real trade-offs from our experience managing this tour.
Highlights
- Central Corniche address facing the Nile
- Nile-view rooms and suites, some with balconies
- Rooftop terrace, bar and outdoor pool
- Spa treatments available on site, charged separately
- Aswan Souk and riverfront walks within walking distance
Things to Consider
- Corniche and nearby streets can be busy
- Stroller access is limited on older pavements
- Daytime heat exceeds 40°C from May to September
Worth knowing
How this compares
Many Aswan resort hotels sit outside the city centre; Aswan Plaza Corniche is on the central Corniche, within walking distance of the Aswan Souk. Unlike a room rate that includes every service, this booking excludes meals unless breakfast is specified and excludes spa treatments and unbooked airport transfers.
Choose your room
Featured rooms
Dining
Where you'll eat
No restaurant or bar names, menus, opening hours or meal-plan details were supplied for Aswan Plaza Corniche. We therefore cannot confirm whether breakfast is served as a buffet, whether dining is available on site or what the room rate includes. Check the selected rate’s board basis before booking: Bed & Breakfast, Half Board and other meal arrangements are not interchangeable. We can verify the current dining arrangements with the hotel before you choose a rate.
On property
What's here
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Swimming pool
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Concierge
- Laundry
- Spa
- Bar
- Wi-Fi
- Beach access
- Garden
- Rooftop terrace
- Airport shuttle
The fine print
What's included – and what isn't
Included
- Nightly room charge, as reserved
- Complimentary Wi-Fi in guest rooms and public areas
- Use of the outdoor pool and hotel fitness facilities
- Daily housekeeping
- On-site parking
Not included
- Meals and drinks not included in the booked room rate; breakfast is included only when booked as BB (Bed & Breakfast)
- Spa therapies and specialised wellness services
- City or tourism taxes, where applicable, payable locally
- Airport transfers, unless explicitly booked
Field notes
From our Egyptologists
- 01
Ask whether your selected room category guarantees a Nile view; many rooms have views, but not all are stated to do so.
- 02
Check whether breakfast is listed as BB on your booking, as meals are otherwise excluded from the room rate.
- 03
Confirm airport transfer arrangements before arrival; shuttle service is listed, but transfers are excluded unless booked.
- 04
Budget separately for spa treatments and any applicable local city or tourism taxes.
Plan around price
When to book
Cheapest in Jul 2026 from £25 pps/night. Most expensive in Oct 2026 at £59 pps/night.
Jul26
£25
Cheapest
Aug26
£25
Sept26
£28
Oct26
£59
Highest
Nov26
£50
Dec26
£56
Jan27
£54
Feb27
£53
Mar27
£48
Apr27
£49
May27
£49
Jun27
£49
Jul27
£50
Aug27
£50
Sept27
£51
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
£54pps/night
New Year's Eve 2026/27
30 December – 2 January — highest demand of the year in Cairo
£60pps/night
Eid al-Fitr 2027
~10 March — Egyptian domestic surge in Cairo, Alexandria, Sharm; quieter in Luxor/Aswan
£49pps/night
Western Easter 2027
28 March — UK/US/Europe school-holiday peak across all of Egypt
£53pps/night
Coptic Easter + Sham El-Nessim 2027
~18 April — short, sharp domestic surge in Cairo & Alexandria
£48pps/night
Eid al-Adha 2027
Mid-May — second major domestic peak in Cairo & Alexandria
£48pps/night
Tailor it
Make it yours
Room choices range from standard doubles to suites, with some Nile or city views and selected rooms offering a balcony or terrace view. Check whether breakfast is included in your chosen rate: it is included only when booked as Bed & Breakfast, while airport transfers and spa treatments are separate unless explicitly added.
All requests handled by your dedicated specialist before booking.
Where it fits
– Aswan Plaza Corniche works as a central Aswan stay before or after a Nile cruise between Aswan and Luxor. Its Corniche address also makes the city’s riverfront and souk accessible on foot.
Accessibility
Who can join this
The hotel has step-free access to most guest floors via an elevator, but not all public areas are fully level. There are a few steps between the lobby and the pool terrace, and the pool has a raised edge that may require assistance to enter. Standard room doorways are typical width and may be tight for large wheelchairs or for turning; accessible rooms are limited and must be requested at time of booking so we can confirm suitability. Pavements along the Corniche can be uneven and include short kerb drops. Taxis and transfer cars in Aswan are usually low-floor saloon vehicles rather than specialised accessible minibuses, so passengers who need a ramp or hoist should advise us in advance. Tell us your mobility needs when booking so we can check room allocation, arrival logistics and local assistance options.
Before you go
What to pack & wear
What to bring
- Valid passport and booking confirmation
- Reusable water bottle
- Sunscreen SPF30 or higher
- Light sun hat and sunglasses
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Any required prescription medication
- Small daypack for personal items
What to wear
- Lightweight, breathable daytime clothing
- Long sleeves or a shawl for sun protection and mosques
- Smart-casual outfit for the BAR or restaurant
- Swimwear and a cover-up for the pool area
- Comfortable shoes for uneven pavements
Children & families
There is no universal minimum age for stays, but children must be accompanied by an adult. Child rates, and the availability of extra beds or a cot, depend on the room type and the rate you book; please state the number and ages of children at reservation so we can confirm pricing. Cots and high chairs are available on request and subject to availability. Strollers are practical on the main hotel level, though some entrances and sections of the Corniche pavement have steps.
Indicative rates only – pricing and rooms fluctuate. Please enquire for live rates on your specific dates.
Location
The setting
Aswan Plaza Corniche is listed in Aswan, southern Egypt, as a four-star hotel. The supplied information does not include its street address, so the exact position on or near the Corniche cannot be confirmed here. Nearby landmarks, walking distances and road journey times have not been provided; we would not want to guess at them. Ask us to check the hotel’s precise location against your plans before booking, particularly if you need to be near a specific area or want to understand transport options. The hotel’s address and local access details should be confirmed before travel.
While you're here
Worth pairing
- Aswan Souk8 min walk
- Feryal Garden18 min walk
- Nubian Museum2 km
Why book this with us
Three reasons, stated plainly
01
Nile-facing rooms and suites, with balcony options
02
Rooftop terrace and bar overlooking the river
03
Walkable access to the Aswan souk and Corniche
– Responsible travel
How we travel here
Guests mostly arrive to the property by taxi or private car; the hotel uses standard passenger vehicles for any hotel-arranged transfers rather than large coaches. The property runs a guest linen and towel reuse programme to reduce laundry water use, and public-area lighting is fitted with LED bulbs. Food and beverage outlets source fresh produce from Aswan markets and nearby suppliers when available, which supports local growers and vendors. Housekeeping uses concentrated cleaning products to lower packaging waste, and the hotel maintains separate recycling bins in back-of-house areas. We encourage guests to bring reusable water bottles; where available the hotel provides chilled drinking water stations rather than single-use bottled water.
Licensed local Egyptologists
ETAA-credentialed, on payroll
Fair wages on the ground
Drivers + guides paid above market
Site preservation
We follow MoTA visitor caps and no-touch protocols
Carbon-aware itineraries
Domestic flights only when train/road is impractical
·In summary
Aswan Plaza Corniche is a 4-star hotel on Kornish Al Nile, beside CIB Bank and facing the Nile. Its 24-hour front desk, rooftop terrace and outdoor pool are among the stated facilities; breakfast and airport transfers are not included unless specified in the booking.
Asked & answered
Frequent questions
01What are the check-in and check-out times at Aswan Plaza Corniche?
Check-in and check-out times vary by rate and room; please check your booking confirmation for the exact times. If your travel schedule requires early check-in or late check-out, tell us in advance and we will request it with the hotel; approvals depend on occupancy and there may be a supplement. We confirm any changes on your final voucher.02Do rooms at Aswan Plaza Corniche have Nile views?
Some rooms offer Nile or Corniche views; room type and view are subject to hotel availability. We can request a Nile-view room on your behalf at the time of booking, but the hotel cannot guarantee a specific view until arrival. If a view is essential, we advise booking a confirmed room type and we will confirm with the hotel before you travel.03Can you arrange airport transfer from Aswan International Airport to Aswan Plaza Corniche?
Yes – we can arrange private airport transfers to the hotel and meet you at arrivals. Our transfers use air-conditioned saloon cars or MPVs depending on party size; the driver will carry luggage and contact you if flight times change. Unlike cruise-operator allocations, we can time pickups around early flights or late arrivals on request.04Is breakfast included at Aswan Plaza Corniche?
Breakfast inclusion depends on the room rate or package you book; check your confirmation to be sure. If breakfast is not included we can add it at booking where available, or note dietary requests for the hotel. Guests leaving early for excursions frequently ask us to arrange an early breakfast or packed breakfast; we will confirm options with the hotel.05Is Aswan Plaza Corniche suitable for travellers with mobility issues?
Accessibility varies by room and hotel layout; please tell us your mobility requirements when booking. Many Aswan hotels have steps at entrances, narrow pavements on the Corniche and occasional internal stairs; lifts and ground-floor rooms may be limited. We will liaise with the hotel to request ground-floor or accessible rooms and arrange a vehicle with easy access where possible, but we cannot guarantee specific facilities without prior confirmation.06How close is Aswan Plaza Corniche to Philae Temple and other Aswan attractions?
The hotel sits on Aswan's Corniche in central Aswan; Philae Temple and local attractions are a short road drive or a short boat transfer away. Travel times depend on traffic and whether you take the Nile boat or road; we plan excursions to avoid midday heat and coordinate timings with your hotel. We can book boat transfers to Philae and time your visit to match opening hours and boat schedules.
If plans change
Cancellation
- More than 30 days
- 75% back, or 100% kept as credit towards a future holiday
- 15–30 days
- 50% back, or 75% kept as credit
- 7–14 days
- 25% back, or 50% kept as credit
- 2–6 days
- Nothing back; 25% kept as credit
- Under 48 hours, or if you don't turn up
- No refund and no credit
Notice is counted from the day you arrive in Egypt. A few vessels have their own terms; where that's so, we'll let you know before any payment is taken.Read our full cancellation and refund policy
Last updated 3 August 2026Product ID: HTL-ASW-410498
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