Nile Compound Hotel  

On Luxor's West Bank, about 3 km from the city center and a short hop from Banana Island and the Obelisk of Thutmoses I. Close to Qurna Village and the Temple of Montu, and roughly a 10-minute drive to Colossi of Memnon and Medinet Habu.

A low-key compound with just 12 air-conditioned rooms that feel simple and modern. Rooms come with refrigerators/minibars, flat-screen TVs, private bathrooms (bathtub or shower), complimentary toiletries and hair dryers; some have separate sitting areas and desks. Expect a relaxed garden-view vibe and a handful of shared spaces like a common TV area and a library.

Soak in the outdoor pool and grab a drink at the poolside bar. There's a spa center and massage room, a hair salon, bicycles to rent, plus picnic and barbeque areas for easy downtime. Tour assistance and shuttle/transfer services help you explore, and the hotel offers on-site parking with free valet options. Wake up to sun-drenched Luxor mornings and lounge by the pool.

Complimentary wireless internet across the property, concierge and multilingual staff, luggage storage and dry cleaning. Roundtrip airport shuttle and limo/town car services are available for a surcharge.

The on-site restaurant, Au comme chez nous, serves international cuisine with garden views. A coffee shop/café and poolside bar keep snacks and drinks handy, room service runs during limited hours, and a complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.