A lovely hotel set on an island in the Nile, around 10 minutes from the centre of Luxor. The views are stunning - especially at sunset, unobstructed (no huge Nile cruise ships anchor there) - sit on your terrace with a cocktail and enjoy.

A welcome escape from the hustle (and hassle) of Luxor!

Crocodile Island, Luxor

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This colonial-era hotel in Aswan, about 80 miles south of Luxor, is famed for Agatha Christie's Death on the Nile. The glamour has faded but it remains a lovely retreat from the heat and hawkers where you can take scones and tea on a palm-fringed balcony.

Sofitel Old Cataract Hotel, Abtal El Tahrir Street, Aswan;
tel: 00 20 97 316000

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A very good, large mid-range, family-run palce. Staff are very helpful. Rooms are all en-suite and clean. Caters for mainly British and German package tourists.

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A good budget option, centrally located. Rooms are basic but clean, friendly staff. Has a pleasant upstairs café. Can also arrange excursions.

Sharia Yusef Hassan

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