Hotel Luxor
Steigenberger Resort Achti Luxor
At a glance
- Departs
- Daily
- Class
- 5-star
The short answer
Steigenberger Resort Achti Luxor is a 1-day hotel stay covering East Bank Luxor, the Nile Corniche, and access to Luxor Temple in Luxor, arranged by Discovery Tours Egypt.
Best for
Snapshot
Good to know
- Travel style
- 5-star
- Destinations
- Luxor
02 Overview
A first look
Located in Luxor, Steigenberger Resort Achti Luxor serves as a base for temple and museum visits. We, a licensed Egyptian tour operator, handle bookings, private drivers and guided excursions from the hotel.
Background
The facts
Steigenberger Resort Achti Luxor is a five-star hotel on Khaled Ben Walid Street on Luxor’s East Bank. The location places it close to the Nile Corniche and within practical reach of Luxor Temple, while remaining away from the West Bank archaeological zone. For travelers using Luxor as a base, the East Bank is the side with the main city services, restaurants, and riverfront access.
The property is designed as a resort-style city hotel, with landscaped gardens, outdoor pools, poolside seating, a spa, fitness facilities, and business services. Rooms and suites typically feature balconies or garden views, air conditioning, and complimentary Wi‑Fi. Accommodation is sold on a per room per night basis, with breakfast buffet included on BB plans.
Luxor itself is a compact Nile city where the East Bank and West Bank are connected by ferries, bridges, and road transfers. Luxor Temple and the Corniche are among the nearest reference points for this hotel, while the principal archaeological sites on the West Bank, such as the Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut’s Temple, are farther away and require transport. This makes the hotel a practical choice for visitors who want city access, larger common areas, and hotel facilities rather than a West Bank lodge.
Dining options include breakfast service and evening meal venues, plus bars for drinks and light refreshments. The hotel suits travelers who want a full-service stay in Luxor with easy access to the riverfront, city center, and transport for sightseeing on both banks.
Suited to
Is this for you?
Yes, if
- This hotel is well suited to couples, solo travelers, and small groups who want a 5-star base in Luxor with resort-style facilities and easy access to the East Bank. It also suits travelers who prefer larger public spaces, a pool, and on-site dining rather than a small guesthouse or West Bank property.
What lingers
- 01 Steigenberger Resort Achti Luxor – our standard Luxor base for overnight stays before west-bank visits (Valley of the Kings).
- 02 Early pickups from the hotel (typically 05:00) enable visits to the Valley of the Kings before midday heat.
- 03 Short transfers connect the hotel with Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple; traffic-dependent travel times vary.
- 04 Onsite pool, gardens and restaurants provide afternoon rest after temple visits; we arrange late checkout when available.
- 05 Compared with central Corniche hotels, we choose this property for quieter evenings and easier coach parking.
Choose your room
Featured rooms
Dining
Where you'll eat
On-site dining includes a main restaurant serving a daily breakfast buffet and all-day meals, plus at least one bar beside the pool and garden. Expect coffee and tea facilities in rooms, 24-hour room service, and bottled water provided in some room categories. Spa treatments and speciality menus are available for an extra charge. The restaurant operates standard meal times for BB and half-board arrangements, and the concierge can confirm current opening hours.
On property
What's here
- business-center
- wifi
- garden
- concierge
- spa
- bar
- restaurant
- pool
- parking
Bundled in
- Breakfast
The fine print
What's included – and what isn't
Included
- Room rate, per room per night
- Breakfast buffet (Bed & Breakfast rate applies)
- Complimentary Wi-Fi in rooms and public areas
- Use of hotel pools and garden areas
Not included
- City or tourist taxes payable locally when required
- Airport transfers and local transport unless booked separately
- Spa treatments, massages and specialist wellness services
- Minibar, laundry, telephone calls and other incidental charges
- Gratuities for hotel staff
Plan around price
When to book
Cheapest in Jul 2026 from $37/night. Most expensive in Dec 2026 at $69/night.
Jul26
$37
Cheapest
Aug26
$37
Sept26
$45
Oct26
$61
Nov26
$68
Dec26
$69
Highest
Jan27
$62
Feb27
$68
Mar27
$69
Apr27
$69
May27
$69
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
$93/night
New Year's Eve 2026/27
30 December – 2 January — highest demand of the year in Cairo
$174/night
Eid al-Fitr 2027
~10 March — Egyptian domestic surge in Cairo, Alexandria, Sharm; quieter in Luxor/Aswan
$71/night
Western Easter 2027
28 March — UK/US/Europe school-holiday peak across all of Egypt
$69/night
Coptic Easter + Sham El-Nessim 2027
~18 April — short, sharp domestic surge in Cairo & Alexandria
$69/night
Eid al-Adha 2027
Mid-May — second major domestic peak in Cairo & Alexandria
$69/night
Indicative rates only – pricing and rooms fluctuate. Please enquire for live rates on your specific dates.
Location
The setting
The Steigenberger Resort Achti Luxor sits on Khaled Ben Walid Street on Luxor's East Bank, a short drive across the Nile from the Luxor West Bank temples. The hotel address places it within the city centre spine that runs along the river, with local shops, markets and the Corniche nearby. Check-in and departures use the hotel lobby and front desk; on-site parking is available for guests. Compared with riverside hotels closer to Karnak, this property offers a quieter garden setting with easy road access to Luxor Temple.
Asked & answered
Frequent questions
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01 Can you arrange airport transfer to Steigenberger Resort Achti Luxor?
Yes – we arrange private airport transfers to Steigenberger Resort Achti Luxor. As a licensed Egyptian tour operator, we provide a driver who meets you in arrivals with a name card and handles luggage. We arrange transfers both for individual arrivals and group pick-ups; we do not route guests through shared coach transfers. Please send flight numbers and expected arrival time so we can monitor delays and adjust pickup accordingly. -
02 Can you book guided tours to Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple from the hotel?
Yes – our Egyptologists can lead guided visits to Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple starting from the hotel. We schedule morning or late‑afternoon slots where possible to reduce exposure to midday heat and crowds. Expect walking on uneven ancient stone and some steps inside temple precincts; modest dress (shoulders and knees covered) is required. Unlike cruise shore excursions, we can customise the pace and start time to suit your group. -
03 Are entrance fees included with guided excursions from the hotel?
Standard site entrance fees are included in our guided excursions unless otherwise stated. Pyramid interior tickets (Khufu/Khafre), premium tombs (for example Tutankhamun or Seti I), and gratuities are excluded unless you ask us to pre-purchase them. Premium tomb tickets are limited and often need advance reservation; we can secure these when available. Any excluded items will be listed on your booking confirmation. -
04 Can I visit the Valley of the Kings from Steigenberger Resort Achti Luxor in a day?
Yes – the Valley of the Kings is routinely visited as a day excursion from the hotel. Visits usually start early to avoid heat and to maximise access to open tombs; some tombs have separate, limited‑entry tickets such as Tutankhamun (KV62). Expect uneven paths, loose stone, and stairs inside tombs; an early start and comfortable footwear make the visit easier. We time crossings to the West Bank to avoid busy midday periods when possible. -
05 Do you offer hot-air balloon bookings and felucca rides from this hotel?
We can book hot‑air balloon flights and felucca rides for guests staying at Steigenberger Resort Achti Luxor. Balloon flights depart before sunrise and are weather‑dependent; expect a very early pickup. Felucca rides launch from Nile moorings and can be timed for sunset or shorter daytime stretches; we coordinate pickup and drop‑off at the hotel. These activities are add‑ons rather than bundled with the room rate and may require advance confirmation. -
06 What should I pack for daytime excursions in Luxor?
Bring sun protection, sturdy walking shoes, and a lightweight long‑sleeve layer for temple visits. Specific items: high‑SPF sunscreen, a wide‑brim hat, refillable water bottle, sunglasses, comfortable closed shoes for uneven stone and steps, modest clothing covering shoulders and knees for temples and mosques, small cash for tips and snacks, and a light jacket for pre‑dawn balloon flights. Pack a daypack; many sites have little shade at midday.
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-384003
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