Obelisk Nile Hotel – Aswan Nile Corniche
At a glance
- Departs
- Daily
- Class
- 5-star
The short answer
Obelisk Nile Hotel Aswan is a 1-day hotel stay covering central Nile-side accommodation in Aswan, arranged by Discovery Tours Egypt.
Snapshot
Good to know
- Travel style
- 5-star
- Destinations
- Aswan
02 Overview
A first look
A compact, locally run hotel on Aswan's Nile Corniche. We recommend it when clients want simple, riverside accommodation close to the souk and boat piers.
Background
The facts
Obelisk Nile Hotel is a 5-star hotel on Corniche El Nil in Aswan, positioned along the Nile promenade in the city center. It is used as a short-stay base for travellers who want a central location rather than a resort setting. The property offers Nile-facing rooms, and some rooms have balconies.
The hotel’s location gives practical access to nearby Aswan landmarks by taxi or private car. The Unfinished Obelisk is typically a short drive away, and the Aswan High Dam is also reached quickly from central Aswan. This makes the hotel suitable for visitors who plan to combine a city stay with local sightseeing and transfers.
Standard room-rate inclusions are bed and breakfast, Wi-Fi in rooms and public areas, daily housekeeping, and use of the outdoor pool and garden. The hotel also has a restaurant, bar, 24-hour front desk, and concierge service. Airport transfers and excursions can be arranged on request, but they are not part of the room rate unless specifically included.
Peak season is 03 April 2026 to 10 April 2026, when demand in Aswan is expected to be higher than normal. Travellers booking for that period should expect more limited room availability and should confirm room type, view category, and bedding in advance.
Suited to
Is this for you?
Yes, if
- This hotel suits adults and families who want a central Aswan base, especially travellers who value Nile views, a pool, and straightforward hotel services. It is also appropriate for short city stays, pre- or post-cruise nights, and guests planning independent visits to nearby Aswan sights.
What lingers
- 01 Nile-facing rooms available; balconies overlook Elephantine Island and riverside felucca moorings for sunset departures.
- 02 Rooftop terrace with Nile views and shaded seating – practical for evening logistics and client briefings.
- 03 Steps from Aswan souk and riverfront, convenient for shopping, local restaurants, and felucca departure points.
- 04 Bookings handled by us, a licensed Egyptian tour operator; we arrange transfers, rooms, and local guides.
- 05 Good base for half-day visits to Philae Temple and the Unfinished Obelisk in Aswan; unlike river cruises, no scheduled port departures.
Choose your room
Featured rooms
Dining
Where you'll eat
The hotel has an on-site restaurant serving an international breakfast buffet and daytime meals, plus a BAR beside the lobby for soft drinks and evening drinks. Room service is available 24 hours for guests who prefer in-room dining. The concierge can confirm meal plans at booking, including BB (bed and breakfast) rates and any HB or AI upgrades if offered at the time of reservation.
On property
What's here
- non-smoking
- air-conditioning
- pool
- restaurant
- room-service
- concierge
- laundry
- bar
- airport-shuttle
- wifi
- garden
The fine print
What's included – and what isn't
Included
- Room rate, per room per night
- Daily breakfast buffet (Bed & Breakfast)
- Complimentary Wi-Fi in rooms and public areas
- Use of the outdoor swimming pool and garden
- Daily housekeeping and concierge service
Not included
- City or municipal tourism taxes where payable locally
- Airport transfers and private car hire unless pre-booked
- Spa treatments, laundry beyond standard service and room-service charges
- Meals other than the included breakfast
- Minibar charges and personal expenses
- Gratuities for hotel staff
Plan around price
When to book
Cheapest in Sept 2026 from $44/night. Most expensive in Dec 2026 at $81/night.
Jul26
$45
Aug26
$45
Sept26
$44
Cheapest
Nov26
$79
Dec26
$81
Highest
Jan27
$62
Feb27
$79
Mar27
$62
Apr27
$77
May27
$67
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
$79/night
New Year's Eve 2026/27
30 December – 2 January — highest demand of the year in Cairo
$167/night
Eid al-Fitr 2027
~10 March — Egyptian domestic surge in Cairo, Alexandria, Sharm; quieter in Luxor/Aswan
$62/night
Western Easter 2027
28 March — UK/US/Europe school-holiday peak across all of Egypt
$75/night
Coptic Easter + Sham El-Nessim 2027
~18 April — short, sharp domestic surge in Cairo & Alexandria
$77/night
Eid al-Adha 2027
Mid-May — second major domestic peak in Cairo & Alexandria
$68/night
Indicative rates only – pricing and rooms fluctuate. Please enquire for live rates on your specific dates.
Location
The setting
Obelisk Nile Hotel sits on Corniche El Nil in Aswan, facing the Nile and the city waterfront. The setting is an urban riverside stretch with hotel gardens and a pool terrace. The hotel is within Aswan city centre scale, with the Nile Corniche promenades and local markets a short walk; the front desk can advise on specific distances and onward transfers to Abu Simbel or Philae departures.
Asked & answered
Frequent questions
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01 Is Obelisk Nile Hotel in Aswan on the Nile?
The hotel's name indicates a Nile-side location in Aswan; we confirm exact location and view at booking. Some rooms face the Nile while others face the city or an internal courtyard; river-facing rooms are limited. If you require a Nile-facing room, request it when you book and we will confirm availability and any supplement. -
02 Can you arrange airport or train transfers to Obelisk Nile Hotel?
Yes – as a licensed Egyptian tour operator we arrange private transfers from Aswan Airport and Aswan train station. Our drivers meet you in arrivals with a name card and handle luggage and local paperwork. We do not run mass coach transfers as standard; private cars reduce waiting and speed hotel check-in. If you prefer shared taxi or public-transport guidance, we will advise options. -
03 Do rooms at Obelisk Nile Hotel have Nile views?
Some rooms at Obelisk Nile Hotel offer Nile views; other rooms face the city or courtyard. River-facing rooms are limited and often sell out earlier in high season such as December–February. Request a Nile view at booking; we confirm the room category with the hotel and propose alternatives if a river-facing room is unavailable. -
04 Can you book tours from Obelisk Nile Hotel to Abu Simbel and Philae Temple?
Yes – we can book private guided visits to Abu Simbel and Philae Temple from Obelisk Nile Hotel. Abu Simbel requires a long road transfer of several hours each way from Aswan, and many clients choose private early transfers or a short flight. We arrange private guides and transport rather than large coach excursions to reduce waiting at entrances. Standard site entrance fees are normally included unless we state otherwise; private guide time and premium accesses are extra. -
05 What facilities and meals are included at Obelisk Nile Hotel?
Included facilities and meal arrangements vary by room rate and hotel policy; we confirm specifics at booking. Many Aswan hotels include breakfast while dinner, minibar, spa treatments, and laundry are usually chargeable. Tell us your preferred board basis (room-only, bed-and-breakfast, half-board) and any dietary restrictions so we can secure the correct rate and confirm meal times. -
06 Is Obelisk Nile Hotel accessible for travelers with limited mobility?
Accessibility varies by hotel and room; please tell us your exact mobility needs so we can confirm suitability. Many properties in Aswan have steps, narrow sidewalks, and river jetties that use steps rather than ramps, and excursions often involve uneven stone steps. We can request ground-floor or elevator-accessible rooms, arrange step-free transfer vehicles, and flag which activities require extra mobility support. We cannot guarantee full accessibility until the hotel confirms specific room and public-area configurations.
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 18 May 2026 Product ID: HTL-ASW-943165
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