Hotel Luxor
Sonesta St. George, Luxor
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
Sonesta St. George sits on Luxor's Corniche with direct Nile frontage and a central East Bank location. We arrange rooms, private transfers, and licensed Egyptologist-led visits from this hotel.
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 Riverside location on Luxor's Nile Corniche, providing direct access to East Bank sites including Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple.
- 02 Short drive to Luxor train station and Nile cruise embarkation points; we coordinate private transfers and luggage handling.
- 03 Rooms range from city-view to Nile-view suites; we advise requesting a Nile-view to reduce street noise.
- 04 Easy evening walks to Luxor Temple lit after sunset; expect uneven pavement and modest-dress norms at nearby mosques.
- 05 Our meet-and-greet at Sonesta St. George removes taxi negotiations; we provide arrival paperwork and a driver with a name card.
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 Aug 2026 from $46/night. Most expensive in Nov 2026 at $91/night.
Jul26
$47
Aug26
$46
Cheapest
Sept26
$53
Oct26
$78
Nov26
$91
Highest
Dec26
$91
Jan27
$91
Feb27
$82
Mar27
$83
Apr27
$82
May27
$85
Jun27
$85
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
$103/night
New Year's Eve 2026/27
30 December – 2 January — highest demand of the year in Cairo
$158/night
Eid al-Fitr 2027
~10 March — Egyptian domestic surge in Cairo, Alexandria, Sharm; quieter in Luxor/Aswan
$82/night
Western Easter 2027
28 March — UK/US/Europe school-holiday peak across all of Egypt
$102/night
Coptic Easter + Sham El-Nessim 2027
~18 April — short, sharp domestic surge in Cairo & Alexandria
$89/night
Eid al-Adha 2027
Mid-May — second major domestic peak in Cairo & Alexandria
$85/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 Where is Sonesta St George located in Luxor?
Sonesta St George is on Luxor’s East Bank near the Nile and the city corniche. It sits within walking distance of the Luxor Temple and the riverfront; taxis and short private transfers are routine. The East Bank location places you nearer Karnak Temple and the Luxor Museum than West Bank sites such as the Valley of the Kings. We do not route large coach groups into city-center hotels; we arrange private transfers on arrival instead. -
02 Do rooms at Sonesta St George have Nile views?
Some rooms offer Nile views; Nile-view rooms are available on request. When you book with us we note view preferences and confirm availability before arrival. If a Nile view is important, request it at time of booking–during high season availability can be limited and room upgrades may incur an extra charge. -
03 Can you arrange airport or train transfers to Sonesta St George?
Yes – we arrange private airport and train transfers to the hotel. As a licensed Egyptian tour operator, we provide meet-and-greet service, luggage assistance, and private vehicles rather than shared coach drops. Tell us your flight or train details so we can schedule pickup times and local arrival procedures, including visa-card and customs timing advice. -
04 How close is Sonesta St George to Karnak Temple and the Luxor Museum?
Sonesta St George is located on the East Bank, making Karnak Temple and the Luxor Museum the nearest major archaeological sites. These sites are easier to reach from East Bank hotels than from West Bank hotels; transfers typically take only minutes by taxi or private car. For West Bank sites (Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon) expect a short transfer across the Nile. -
05 Does Sonesta St George have facilities for families and a swimming pool?
The hotel maintains family-friendly room configurations and leisure facilities, including a pool. We can request connecting rooms or family-room arrangements when you book and confirm bed types. Note that pool areas at city hotels can be busy during peak season; if you need quiet or shaded pool time, tell us and we will request suitable room and pool access times. -
06 What are typical check-in and check-out times at Sonesta St George?
Standard check-in is after mid-afternoon and check-out is before late morning, but exact times vary by hotel. When you book with us we confirm the hotel’s current check-in and check-out hours and can request early check-in or late check-out when available. Early arrivals may be held in a secure lobby with luggage storage if rooms aren’t ready.
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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