At a glance
The short answer
Sonesta Nouba Aswan is a 1-day hotel stay covering a five-star room or suite on the Nile Corniche in Aswan, arranged by Discovery Tours Egypt.
Snapshot
02 Overview
These three Aswan hotels are commonly booked for base stays while visiting Philae Temple, Nubian villages, or Abu Simbel day trips. We coordinate arrival transfers and flexible room plans on request.
Background
Sonesta Nouba is a five-star hotel in Aswan on the Nile Corniche at Corniche El Nile Baharive, Abu El Rish Qebli. Its mainland position places it within easy reach of Aswan city services, the riverfront, and Corniche promenades, making it practical for short stays and onward travel in Upper Egypt.
Aswan is a southern Egyptian city on the east bank of the Nile, known for its riverfront setting and access to nearby heritage sites such as the Philae Temple area, the Unfinished Obelisk, and the Aswan High Dam. From central Aswan, Nile-front hotels typically offer convenient access to boat connections, local dining, and transport to sightseeing points across the city.
The property offers rooms and suites with air conditioning, balconies available on request, a breakfast buffet on many room rates, and facilities including an outdoor pool, spa, fitness centre, restaurant, and bar. Complimentary Wi-Fi is included in guest rooms and public areas, and hotel-arranged airport shuttle and parking are available subject to the hotel’s arrangements.
For travelers comparing locations, a mainland Corniche hotel generally reduces transit time to city facilities compared with some island properties. This makes it suitable for guests who want straightforward access to the riverfront, hotel amenities, and Aswan’s urban services during a one-night stay or short break.
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Choose your room
The pool with a view is a top feature of this twin room. The twin room features air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with river views as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath. The unit has 2 beds.
The pool with a view is a top feature of this double room. Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a hairdryer. This wheelchair accessible double room has air conditioning, a seating area with a flat-screen TV and a toilet with grab rails. The unit has 1 bed.
Dining
The hotel has an on-site restaurant that offers a breakfast buffet and all-day meals. There is a bar for drinks and light snacks, plus room service for in-room dining. Breakfast service is commonly included with standard room rates; spa treatments and speciality menus may be charged separately by the hotel.
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Plan around price
Cheapest in Jul 2026 from $124/night. Most expensive in Jan 2027 at $311/night.
Jul26
$124
Cheapest
Aug26
$124
Sept26
$124
Nov26
$249
Dec26
$249
Jan27
$311
Highest
Feb27
$249
Mar27
$249
May27
$137
Jun27
$139
Indicative rates for a 2-night stay, 2 adults sharing. Actual nightly rates vary; final quote always confirmed at booking.
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.
Eid al-Adha 2027
Mid-May — second major domestic peak in Cairo & Alexandria
$137/night
Indicative rates only – pricing and rooms fluctuate. Please enquire for live rates on your specific dates.
Location
Sonesta Nouba sits on Aswan's Corniche El Nile Baharive in the Abu El Rish Qebli neighbourhood, directly facing the Nile. The hotel address is Aswan, Corniche El Nile Baharive, Abu El Rish Qebli. The Corniche location makes riverfront promenades and felucca piers easy to reach on foot; local shops and the Aswan city centre lie within short drives. The property provides pool and beach access, so many rooms have direct views toward the river or the pool area.
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If plans change
Last updated 18 May 2026 Product ID: HTL-ASW-679674
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