Hotel Luxor
Sonesta St. George Hotel – Luxor Nilefront
At a glance
- Departs
- Daily
- Class
- 5-star
The short answer
Sonesta St George is a 1-day hotel stay covering central Luxor on Corniche El Nile Street, near Luxor Temple, arranged by Discovery Tours Egypt.
Best for
Snapshot
Good to know
- Travel style
- 5-star
- Destinations
- Luxor
02 Overview
A first look
Riverside hotel on Luxor’s East Bank overlooking the Nile. Many rooms have river views and walkable access to the Corniche and Luxor Temple; Karnak is a short drive away.
Background
The facts
Sonesta St George is a hotel in Luxor on Corniche El Nile Street, a central riverside road along the Nile on the East Bank. Its location places it within walking distance of Luxor Temple and close to the city’s main riverfront promenade, with easy access to taxis and local transport for visits across Luxor.
Luxor is the site of ancient Thebes, the capital associated with Egypt’s New Kingdom, and many of its major monuments are spread across the East and West Banks. From central Luxor, the East Bank sites such as Luxor Temple and Karnak Temple are the most direct to reach, while the West Bank monuments, including the Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut’s Temple, are reached by crossing the Nile by road or ferry.
The hotel offers room and suite options, including rooms with city views and suites with balconies. The room rate described here is on a Bed and Breakfast basis and includes the breakfast buffet, Wi-Fi, use of the outdoor pool and gym, and concierge/front desk services.
Standard hotel logistics apply: check-in is handled through the front desk, and services such as luggage storage and late arrivals are typically managed by reception. Spa treatments, massages, and other wellness services may be available as paid extras, while any local taxes, optional excursions, and transport are separate from the room rate unless specifically included in the booking.
Suited to
Is this for you?
Yes, if
- This property suits travelers who want a central Luxor base with river views, easy access to Luxor Temple, and on-site facilities such as a pool, gym, and spa. It is a practical fit for couples, independent travelers, and older guests who prefer a full-service hotel rather than a budget guesthouse.
What lingers
- 01 Nile-facing rooms with private balconies overlooking the Nile; sunrise views toward Luxor Temple most mornings.
- 02 Garden-side outdoor pool, daybeds and pool bar on the East Bank beside the Corniche promenade.
- 03 Walking access to Luxor Museum and Luxor Temple; short taxi rides to Karnak Temple and Luxor West Bank.
- 04 Two on-site restaurants and a riverside terrace; local dishes, international menu and an early breakfast option.
- 05 We recommend Sonesta St George for pre-cruise or post-cruise nights; it keeps you on Luxor's East Bank, near Luxor Temple.
Choose your room
Featured rooms
Dining
Where you'll eat
On-site dining includes a main restaurant serving a breakfast buffet and international dishes, plus a bar beside the pool for light meals and drinks. Room service is available. Board options vary by rate plan at booking; if your rate includes breakfast it is served as a buffet. Spa treatments and minibar items are charged separately.
On property
What's here
- business-center
- spa
- gym
- wifi
- concierge
- pool
- bar
Bundled in
- Breakfast
The fine print
What's included – and what isn't
Included
- Room rate, per room per night
- Breakfast buffet (Bed and Breakfast)
- Unlimited Wi-Fi in public areas and rooms
- Use of the outdoor pool and gym
- Concierge and front desk services
Not included
- City or tourism taxes, when payable locally
- Airport transfers and local transport
- Meals other than breakfast and any minibar charges
- Spa treatments and salon services unless pre-booked and paid
- Gratuities and personal expenses
Plan around price
When to book
Cheapest in Jul 2026 from £37pps/night. Most expensive in Nov 2026 at £72pps/night.
Jul26
£37
Cheapest
Aug26
£37
Sept26
£42
Oct26
£62
Nov26
£72
Highest
Dec26
£72
Jan27
£72
Feb27
£65
Mar27
£66
Apr27
£65
May27
£68
Jun27
£68
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
£81pps/night
New Year's Eve 2026/27
30 December – 2 January — highest demand of the year in Cairo
£125pps/night
Eid al-Fitr 2027
~10 March — Egyptian domestic surge in Cairo, Alexandria, Sharm; quieter in Luxor/Aswan
£65pps/night
Western Easter 2027
28 March — UK/US/Europe school-holiday peak across all of Egypt
£80pps/night
Coptic Easter + Sham El-Nessim 2027
~18 April — short, sharp domestic surge in Cairo & Alexandria
£70pps/night
Eid al-Adha 2027
Mid-May — second major domestic peak in Cairo & Alexandria
£68pps/night
Indicative rates only – pricing and rooms fluctuate. Please enquire for live rates on your specific dates.
Location
The setting
Sonesta St George sits on Corniche El Nile Street, on Luxor's east bank with direct views across the Nile. The hotel is a short drive from the Luxor Temple and the Luxor Museum; Karnak Temple is about 3 km north, a 10 to 12-minute drive depending on traffic. The Corniche location makes riverfront walks straightforward, and the hotel reception can advise on taxi fares and local timings.
Asked & answered
Frequent questions
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01 How do I get from Luxor Airport to Sonesta St George?
We arrange private transfers between Luxor Airport and Sonesta St George, meeting you at arrivals. As a licensed Egyptian tour operator we provide meet-and-greet, baggage assistance and English-speaking drivers. Transfer time depends on traffic; typical journeys in Luxor are around 20–30 minutes. Late arrival or flight delays are handled by our local team – please send flight details in your booking notes. -
02 Is breakfast included at Sonesta St George?
Whether breakfast is included depends on the rate you book; we confirm the board basis at reservation. Common board options are room-only, bed-and-breakfast or half-board, but each booking is different. Tell us about any dietary requirements and we will inform the hotel and confirm availability. Supplements for upgraded dining plans are arranged at booking and shown on your itinerary. -
03 Can you book guided tours from the hotel?
Yes – we can book private guided excursions from Sonesta St George with our Egyptologists. Typical excursions include Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple and West Bank sites such as the Valley of the Kings. We time early-start pickups where needed (many West Bank visits leave before sunrise) and handle boat crossings and entrance tickets. Expect walking on uneven stone and limited shade at some sites; we advise sun protection and good shoes. -
04 Do rooms at Sonesta St George have Nile views?
Room views vary by room type; we will request a Nile-view room if you specify it at booking. River-side rooms are usually limited and can carry a supplement; views cannot be guaranteed until hotel allocation. If a guaranteed Nile view is important, tell us at enquiry and we will note it and seek written confirmation from the hotel. We also confirm balcony or twin/double bed preferences. -
05 Are the rooms accessible for wheelchair users?
We confirm accessibility features – step-free access, lifts and adapted bathrooms – for each booking before you travel. Many older buildings in Luxor have thresholds, steps or uneven paving near entrances and along the corniche. Tell us the passenger’s exact mobility needs (wheelchair type, transfer method) and we will match room options and arrange an accessible vehicle where feasible. Some requirements may need advance notice to the hotel. -
06 What are the hotel check-in and check-out times and can you arrange early check-in?
Check-in and check-out times vary by hotel; we confirm Sonesta St George’s exact times for your reservation. Early check-in or late check-out is subject to hotel availability and may incur a supplement. If you need luggage hold on arrival or departure, we will request storage and arrange a driver to meet later transfers. Please provide arrival and departure flight times when you book.
If plans change
Cancellation
- More than 30 days
- Full refund less a £50 admin fee
- 15–30 days
- 50% refund
- Within 14 days
- No refund – date changes considered case by case
Last updated 17 May 2026 Product ID: HTL-LUX-097961
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