Must-see hotels in Northern Nile Valley

  • Horus Resort

    Northern Nile Valley

    On the Nile about 1km from the centre, this remains our top-pick hotel although that is mostly because of the lack of competition. Staff are friendly and…

  • New Hermopolis

    Northern Nile Valley

    A rarity in Egypt, New Hermopolis is a sustainable farm and lodge run as a not-for-profit to provide educational opportunities for the local community…

  • House of Life

    Northern Nile Valley

    This large Dutch-Egyptian-run complex with a mock-Pharaonic facade is on the road leading to the Temple of Seti I. Spacious, quiet and well-equipped rooms…

  • Al Watania Palace Hotel

    Northern Nile Valley

    The newest, smartest and largest hotel in Asyut is already looking a little worn. Part of a property development by a Gulf-backed consortium, it has an…

  • Grand Aton Hotel

    Northern Nile Valley

    Still referred to locally as the Etap (its former incarnation), the Grand Aton has emerged from a major renovation with the best rooms in town but the…

  • Al Safa Hotel

    Northern Nile Valley

    This well-placed west-bank spot across the river from the new museum is the best hotel in town (which isn't saying much). Rooms are comfortable and the…

  • Tolip Inn

    Northern Nile Valley

    The newest and smartest address in Beni Suef, with spacious rooms, all with large flat-screen TVs, mini-bar, good internet and tea and coffee facilities…

  • Nile Ruby

    Northern Nile Valley

    The downturn in Nile cruising has seen a number of boats converted to hotels, the latest being the Nile Ruby, moored near the bridge in Sohag. The boat…

  • City Center Hotel

    Northern Nile Valley

    Around the corner from the forlorn Semiramis Hotel and across the square from the train station, this three-star 45-room hotel is popular with managers…

  • Assiutel Hotel

    Northern Nile Valley

    Overlooking the Nile and the noisy corniche, this was once the best place in town, but it now looks drab. There are two levels of rooms, but neither are…

  • YMCA

    Northern Nile Valley

    This hostel with a large garden offers basic rooms with fridges. A popular stop for Egyptian youth groups, make sure to book ahead.