Pyramisa Isis Island Aswan
Four-star riverside hotel on Corniche El Nil, with Nile-view rooms, private balconies, an outdoor pool, gardens, a spa and a fitness centre.
At a glance
- Departs
- Daily
- Board
- Bed & Breakfast
- Class
- 4-star
The short answer
Pyramisa Isis Island Aswan is a hotel stay in central Aswan, with breakfast and pool access, arranged through Discovery Tours Egypt.
- Archaeology & history
- Budget
- Cultural
- Wellness
- Couples
Snapshot
Good to know
- Duration
- Per night
- Travel style
- Hotel stay
- Accommodation
- 4-Star Hotel
- Destinations
- Aswan
- Includes
- Room with bed and breakfast · Breakfast buffet · Complimentary Wi-Fi · Use of the outdoor pool · Use of garden areas · Use of the fitness centre
- Best for
- Couples · Leisure travellers · Guests seeking Nile views · Travellers wanting on-site wellness facilities
- Discovery Tours Egypt is a licensed Egyptian tour operator.
- The supplied room-rate details identify breakfast buffet, Wi-Fi, pool and garden access, and fitness-centre use.
- The supplied exclusions identify airport transfers and spa treatments as separate costs unless booked.
- Nile-view rooms are available by room category, rather than guaranteed with every room.
02Overview
A first look
Pyramisa Isis Island occupies an island site in Aswan. We organise the short boat transfer and private arrival for guests staying at this property.
Background
The facts
Pyramisa Isis Island Aswan is a hotel on Corniche El Nil in central Aswan, on the Nile’s east bank. It offers room categories that may include private balconies and Nile views; these features depend on the room type booked.
The Aswan souk and ferry routes to Elephantine Island are among the nearby city points of interest. Aswan International Airport serves the city, and an airport shuttle can be arranged on request.
The hotel is in Aswan, a city on the Nile in southern Egypt. Elephantine Island lies in the river opposite central Aswan and is reached by boat.
Facilities include an outdoor pool, garden areas, a spa and a fitness centre. The standard bed-and-breakfast room rate includes a breakfast buffet and Wi-Fi in guest rooms and public areas. Spa treatments and airport transfers are not included unless booked separately. The stay is booked through Discovery Tours Egypt, a licensed Egyptian tour operator.
Named in this entry
Pyramisa Isis Island Aswan·Aswan·The Corniche El Nil·Nile·Elephantine Island·Aswan souk·The international airport in Aswan·Egypt
Suited to
Is this for you?
Yes, if
- This Aswan hotel suits couples, solo travellers and small families wanting a city base with a pool, garden and breakfast buffet. It also works for guests who value a private balcony or a Nile-view room, subject to room type.
Maybe not, if
- Choose another property if you need beach access, step-free access throughout or an airport transfer included in the room rate. Aswan’s summer heat can also make time outdoors uncomfortable around midday.
What lingers
- 01Located on an island in the Nile in Aswan – requires a short boat transfer to the Corniche.
- 02Most rooms overlook the Nile; river-view rooms face Philae Island and provide sunset views each evening.
- 03Good base for half-day trips to Philae Temple and the Aswan High Dam; boat times vary by season.
- 04Compared with Corniche hotels, the island location is quieter but adds a brief transfer on arrival and departure.
- 05Walking around the grounds includes uneven paths and ferry ramps; allow extra time if you have reduced mobility.
Honest assessment
Real trade-offs from our experience managing this tour.
Highlights
- Corniche El Nil location, with Aswan’s souk and Elephantine Island nearby
- Nile-view rooms and private balconies available by room type
- Breakfast buffet included in the standard room rate
- Outdoor pool, garden and fitness centre available to guests
- On-site spa for separately paid treatments
Things to Consider
- Airport transfers are not included unless booked in advance
- May to September brings intense heat and strong midday sun
- Riverside pavements and older city areas may be uneven
- Pool and balcony areas require active supervision of children
Worth knowing
How this compares
We also clarify which room-rate facilities and extras apply. We arrange the booking, while the hotel provides and operates its accommodation and facilities.
Choose your room
Featured rooms
Dining
Where you'll eat
Details of the hotel’s restaurants, bars, opening hours and menus have not been provided, so we cannot confirm what is available on site. Board basis is also unconfirmed; check whether your rate includes breakfast or other meals before booking. If dining arrangements are important to your stay, ask the hotel to confirm venue availability and meal options for your dates. We do not assume that a breakfast buffet, bar or particular cuisine is included.
On property
What's here
- Spa
- Parking
- Gym
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Swimming pool
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Concierge
- Wi-Fi
- Bar
- Beach access
- Garden
- Airport shuttle
The fine print
What's included – and what isn't
Included
- Bed and breakfast, with a breakfast buffet included in the room rate
- Free Wi-Fi in guest rooms and shared areas
- Use of the outdoor pool and garden areas
- Use of the on-site fitness centre
Not included
- City or tourism taxes, where payable on site
- Lunch, dinner and drinks unless stated otherwise
- Spa sessions and specialist wellness treatments
- Airport transfers unless booked in advance
- Minibar, laundry and other incidental expenses
Field notes
From our Egyptologists
- 01
Choose the Nile-view room category when booking if a river-facing balcony matters to you.
- 02
Ask us to add an airport transfer before arrival; it is not included automatically.
- 03
Check the room-rate terms for local taxes and incidental charges before confirming.
Plan around price
When to book
Cheapest in Aug 2026 from £38 pps/night. Most expensive in Oct 2026 at £79 pps/night.
Jul26
£39
Aug26
£38
Cheapest
Sept26
£39
Oct26
£79
Highest
Nov26
£73
Dec26
£73
Jan27
£73
Feb27
£73
Mar27
£73
Apr27
£73
May27
£61
Jun27
£61
Jul27
£61
Aug27
£61
Sept27
£76
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
£73pps/night
New Year's Eve 2026/27
30 December – 2 January — highest demand of the year in Cairo
£147pps/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
£94pps/night
Coptic Easter + Sham El-Nessim 2027
~18 April — short, sharp domestic surge in Cairo & Alexandria
£73pps/night
Eid al-Adha 2027
Mid-May — second major domestic peak in Cairo & Alexandria
£61pps/night
Tailor it
Make it yours
Request a Nile-view room when booking, as views depend on room type and availability. Airport transfers can be added if arranged in advance; lunch, dinner and spa treatments are extra.
All requests handled by your dedicated specialist before booking.
Where it fits
Pyramisa Isis Island works as an Aswan base before or after a Nile cruise between Aswan and Luxor. Add time in Cairo or a visit to Abu Simbel if your wider Egypt holiday allows.
Accessibility
Who can join this
The hotel is on Corniche El Nil in Aswan. The reference information describes level access from the street to the main lobby and restaurant, with a lift serving lower-floor guest rooms. Some older rooms and parts of the garden and pool area have steps. Poolside tiles and paving can become slippery when wet, and there is no continuous ramp to the riverside promenade. Wheelchair access may therefore be limited, particularly outdoors. Room layouts, shower access and accessible-room availability should be confirmed before booking. Contact us in advance so we can check the arrangements with the hotel and discuss suitable transport or mobility equipment.
Before you go
What to pack & wear
Children & families
Unaccompanied guests must be at least 18 to check in. Infants and children are welcome, but child rates depend on room type and season, so ask us to confirm the price for your dates. Cots may be available on request, sometimes for an additional fee. Strollers are practical in the lobby and along the Corniche, but less convenient in the garden and where there are riverside steps. High chairs can be requested; availability should be confirmed before arrival.
Indicative rates only – pricing and rooms fluctuate. Please enquire for live rates on your specific dates.
Location
The setting
Pyramisa Isis Island Aswan is in Aswan, in southern Egypt. The hotel name places the property on Isis Island, but the information available here does not confirm its exact position on the island or the distance to Aswan’s landmarks and transport points. For a stay that depends on reaching particular sites, check transfer arrangements and journey times before booking. We can help clarify local transport options as a licensed Egyptian tour operator. No neighbourhood details or nearby named attractions were supplied, so they are not listed here.
While you're here
Worth pairing
- Elephantine IslandRight here
- Aswan Botanical GardenRight here
- Nubian MuseumRight here
Why book this with us
Three reasons, stated plainly
01
Choose a room type with a private balcony or Nile view
02
Breakfast buffet is included in the stated room rate
03
Ask us to arrange an airport transfer before arrival
– Responsible travel
How we travel here
Airport transfers, when arranged, use conventional petrol or diesel minibuses or shuttle vans operated by local suppliers. We work directly with the hotel management, and most housekeeping and food and beverage staff are recruited in Aswan and neighbouring villages. Some produce and bread come from nearby markets and suppliers. Refillable bathroom dispensers have been introduced in guest rooms where implemented, and guests can request less frequent linen changes to help limit water use. These measures vary by property practice, so we do not assume they apply in every room. Local guides and nearby businesses can also benefit when guests spend time in Aswan's souk.
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
Pyramisa Isis Island Aswan stands on Corniche El Nil, on the Nile’s east bank in central Aswan. Its listed facilities include an outdoor pool, garden, spa and fitness centre; Nile-view rooms depend on the room category booked.
Asked & answered
Frequent questions
01How can I travel from Aswan airport to Pyramisa Isis Island Aswan?
We can arrange private transfers from Aswan airport to the hotel's dock and a short boat transfer onto the island. As a licensed Egyptian tour operator, we meet you at arrivals, handle luggage and time the boat transfer to avoid waits. If you prefer to self-transfer, tell us your flight details and we will advise on the local taxi and dock procedure. Late-night arrivals may incur an extra charge for transfer handling.02Is Pyramisa Isis Island Aswan on an island and do I need a boat transfer?
Pyramisa Isis Island Aswan sits on an island, and most guests get there by a brief boat transfer. In contrast to hotels on the Aswan Corniche, island properties generally involve this extra step, so leave additional time after you land. We arrange the boat timing with the hotel; if you arrive independently, the hotel can generally organise transfers for a fee. Allow for a short walk from the dock to reception, with staff helping to handle some luggage.03What meals and dining options are available at Pyramisa Isis Island Aswan?
The hotel operates at least one on-site restaurant; included board depends on your booking. We can add half-board or full-board to your booking on request, and we will confirm meal times ahead of travel. Local cafés and restaurants along the Corniche are a short transfer away if you want alternatives. Note that Ramadan hours or local holidays may change breakfast and dinner service; tell us any dietary requirements and we will liaise with the hotel.04Is Pyramisa Isis Island Aswan suitable for families with children?
The hotel accepts families, but family-room types and child policies vary by season and room inventory. We can request cots, extra beds or interconnecting rooms before arrival; please tell us ages and sleeping needs at booking. Pools may have varying depths and some areas include steps and uneven paving, so supervision is required. Babysitting or child-minding is often available on request through the hotel; we can confirm prices and availability in advance.05Is the hotel accessible for guests with reduced mobility?
Accessibility varies and the island location plus steps can limit access for some guests with reduced mobility. We will contact the hotel to confirm step-free arrival options, whether accessible rooms exist and if staff can assist with the boat transfer. Ground surfaces near docks and gardens commonly include stone paving and small steps; wheelchair-accessible boats are not always available. If mobility is a concern, provide exact requirements and mobility aid dimensions so we can verify suitability before you travel.06What should I pack for a stay at Pyramisa Isis Island Aswan?
Bring sun protection, a wide-brim hat, light breathable clothing, comfortable walking shoes and any prescription medication. Also pack a modest set of clothes for temple visits, a refillable water bottle for day excursions, mosquito repellent for evenings and a small torch for uneven paths. A universal plug adaptor is useful and keep photocopies of passports and travel documents separate from originals. If you plan Nile excursions or a felucca, include swimwear and a lightweight cover-up for sun and wind protection.
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 8 March 2025Product ID: HTL-ASW-096336
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