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Remember that rates are less expensive in summer—late April to the end of September—though Luxor has less dramatic variations than Aswan since tourism is strong year-round.
Almost all hotels include breakfast in their rates, and some offer meal plans. Most hotels arrange transportation from airport to hotel if requested.
If you choose to stay at a place that doesn't have a pool, be aware that many hotels open their pools to non-guests for a small fee (around £E50). In Luxor, the Sheraton is on a peninsula extending into the Nile, and the Hilton has a peaceful Nile-side garden and pool.
Overlooking Medinet Habu, this charming guesthouse in a three-story mudbrick house is decked out in colorful Nubian textiles and traditional decor. It's run by Nour El Nil, which operates excellent dahabiya (traditional sailboat) cruises on the Nile that are once-in-a-lifetime experiences.
Set in a traditional mud-brick home, the only guesthouse on the East Bank guarantees an authentic, personal touch. Its lively neighborhood location gives an insight into a more genuine side of Luxor. The Belgian owners are passionate Egyptophiles who arrange tours and build custom itineraries.
