Curated luxury hotels in Sahara Desert

Old Cataract, Aswan, the Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group’s first property in Egypt. In the Nubian Desert on the banks of the Nile, opposite Elephantine Island, the majestic hotel sits on a pink granite cliff overlooking the world's longest river. This ravishing hotel with its legendary guest list of royals and dignitaries is both ideal for romantic getaways, and a perfect venue for small summits and corporate meetings.

If you can tear yourself away from the beauty of the magnificent Old Cataract, Aswan, a world of fascination awaits you. Elephantine Island and the Aswan Museum are at your feet. The rock Tombs of Amarna, where ancient Egyptian nobles are buried, are close to the hotel. Aswan city centre is a stroll away. Other attractions to tempt you during your stay: the Nubian Museum, the Philae Temple, the Unfinished Obelisk... then return to indulge in oriental cuisine and wines.

This Victorian building with the pink granite facade has modern rooms with private bathrooms. Each of the air-conditioned rooms is decorated with wooden furniture. Old Cataract, Aswan serves international and oriental dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Promenade has views over Elephantine Islands, while The Bar is an evening piano lounge in a classic oriental setting.

Aswan International Airport is 14 km away.

With a stay at JAZ Solaya in El Quseir, you'll be 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from Port Ghalib International Marina and 23.3 mi (37.5 km) from Turtle Bay Beach. This all-inclusive resort is 27.5 mi (44.2 km) from Akassia Aqua Park.

This vessel pulls anchor and sets sail from Luxor for at least part of your stay—see Special check-in Instructions for more details.  

With a stay at JAZ Fanara Residence - All Inclusive in Sharm El Sheikh (El Hadaba), you'll be a 1-minute drive from Red Sea and 6 minutes from Naama Bay. This all-inclusive property is 6.3 mi (10.2 km) from Naama Bay Beach and 9.5 mi (15.3 km) from Shark's Bay.

Located in El Alamein, Rixos Premium Alamein is in the entertainment district, within a 5-minute drive of Allied Cemetery and Commonwealth War Cemetery. This beach hotel is 18.3 mi (29.4 km) from Marassi Beach and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from El Alamein Museum.

With a stay at JAZ Elite Riviera in Marsa Alam, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Red Sea and Marsa Alam Mosque. This all-inclusive hotel is 3.1 mi (5 km) from Marsa Alam Beach and 7 mi (11.2 km) from Garden Bay Beach.

With a stay at SUNRISE Anjum Resort in Marsa Alam, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Red Sea and Wadi El Gemal National Park. This all-inclusive resort is 10.6 mi (17.1 km) from Fokairi Bay Beach and 14.9 mi (23.9 km) from Marsa Alam Beach.

Located in New Cairo, Kempinski Palace Cairo is in the business district, within a 15-minute drive of Cairo Festival City Mall and Citystars Heliopolis. This family-friendly hotel is 13.3 mi (21.5 km) from Egyptian Museum and 23.4 mi (37.7 km) from Giza Pyramid Complex.

Set on 350 acres of lush gardens overlooking a Mediterranean cove, Palestine Montaza Alexandria features an outdoor pool and private seafront sun terrace. All rooms have free internet access and balconies with sea views.

All the rooms of the Helnan Palestine are spacious and offer luxurious furnishings. They feature oriental carpeting, hot drink facility and a satellite TV. Some rooms look out on the historic Montaza Palace.

Guests can simply enjoy a lazy afternoon. The swimming pool provides refreshment on hot days.

Palestine Montaza Alexandria’s restaurants and bar offer a wide range of food and beverages, both indoors and outdoors.

The Helnan’s quiet, secluded location is only 12 km from the bustle of Alexandria city centre and just steps away from the sandy beach.

Offering an outdoor pool and views of the mountain, M/Y Alexander The Great Nile Cruise - 4 Nights Every Monday From Luxor - 3 Nights Every Friday from Aswan is located in Luxor. Haven (East Bank Luxor) Boat Ramp is 6 km away. Free WiFi is provided.

Some units have a seating area and/or balcony. Towels and bed linen are featured.

M/Y Alexander The Great Nile cruis also offers massage treatments and includes a hot spring bath and hot tub. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant.

Haven (West Bank Luxor) Boat Ramp is 6 km from M/Y Alexander The Great Nile Cruise - 4 Nights Every Monday From Luxor - 3 Nights Every Friday from Aswan. The property offers a free airport shuttle service.

With a stay at Sonesta Hotel, Tower & Casino - Cairo in Cairo (Nasr City), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Citystars Heliopolis and Tahrir Square. This casino hotel is 7.6 mi (12.3 km) from Egyptian Museum and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Cairo International Stadium.

Located in Sharm El Sheikh, 5.8 km from SOHO Square Sharm El Sheikh, Pickalbatros Golf Luxury Suites - All Inclusive provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Providing a restaurant, the property also has a bar, as well as a sauna and a hammam. The property features a spa centre, evening entertainment and room service.

The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a shower. Rooms are equipped with a kettle, while some rooms are equipped with a kitchen with an oven, a microwave and a toaster. At Pickalbatros Golf Luxury Suites - All Inclusive each room is equipped with bed linen and towels.

Breakfast is available daily, and includes buffet, continental and Full English/Irish options.

Speaking Arabic, English, Russian and Turkish at the 24-hour front desk, staff are always on hand to help.

Tonino Lamborghini International Convention Center Sharm El Sheikh is 350 metres from the accommodation, while Ras Mohammed National Park is 45 km away. The nearest airport is Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport, 8 km from Pickalbatros Golf Luxury Suites - All Inclusive.

With a stay at Hilton Alexandria Green Plaza in Alexandria (Sidi Jabir), you'll be a 2-minute drive from Green Plaza Mall and 5 minutes from Smouha Sporting Club. This family-friendly hotel is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Al Muntaza Mosque and 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Al-Salam Theater.

With a stay at Hilton Cairo Heliopolis in Cairo (Heliopolis), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of City Centre Almaza Shopping Mall and Baron Empain Palace. This luxury hotel is 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from Citystars Heliopolis and 7.6 mi (12.2 km) from Khan el-Khalili.

With a stay at Three Corners Fayrouz Plaza Beach Resort in Marsa Alam, you'll be by the sea, within a 10-minute drive of Red Sea and Port Ghalib International Marina. This all-inclusive hotel is 6.1 mi (9.9 km) from Marsá Mubārak and 8 mi (12.8 km) from Blue Lagoon Beach.

Facing the beachfront, Rixos Montaza Alexandria offers 5-star accommodation in Alexandria and features a private beach area, restaurant and bar. Among the facilities at this property are room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property has a seasonal outdoor pool, indoor pool, fitness centre and garden.

The rooms have air conditioning, and some units at the hotel have a balcony. All rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle.

Rixos Montaza Alexandria offers a sauna.

Montazah Aida Beach is 800 metres from the accommodation, while Sidi Gaber Railway Station is 11 km away. Borg el Arab International Airport is 63 km from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

When you stay at Triumph Luxury Hotel in New Cairo, you'll be in the business district, within a 5-minute drive of Cairo Festival City Mall and Egypt International Exhibitions Center. This luxury hotel is 8.3 mi (13.3 km) from Citystars Heliopolis and 10.3 mi (16.6 km) from Cairo International Convention Centre.

Situated 25 km from Aga Khan Mausoleum, NILE CRUISE NL Every Monday from ASWAN 3 nights & every Thursday from LUXOR 4 nights offers 5-star accommodation in Aswan and features a bar. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi. The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool, sauna, nightclub and free shuttle service.

The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a kettle, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower.

Guests at NILE CRUISE NL Every Monday from ASWAN 3 nights & every Thursday from LUXOR 4 nights can enjoy a buffet breakfast.

Kitchener's Island is 600 metres from the accommodation, while Nubian Museum is 2.4 km from the property. Aswan International Airport is 18 km away.

Set 1.3 km from Luxor Train Station, NILE CRUISE NL Every Thursday from LUXOR 4 nights & every Monday from ASWAN 3 nights offers 5-star accommodation in Luxor and features an outdoor swimming pool, a restaurant and a bar. The property is located 1.2 km from Luxor Museum, 15 km from Medinet Habu Temple and 15 km from Colossi of Memnon. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi.

The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a wardrobe, a kettle, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower.

Guests at NILE CRUISE NL Every Thursday from LUXOR 4 nights & every Monday from ASWAN 3 nights can enjoy a buffet breakfast.

Deir el-Medina is 16 km from the accommodation, while Valley of the Queens is 16 km away. Luxor International Airport is 8 km from the property.

Boasting an ideal location in the heart of Alexandria, Hilton Alexandria Corniche Hotel features its own private beach and wellness facility. Guests can enjoy sea views from the panoramic pool terrace or indulge in various cuisines available at the 6 outlets.

All accommodations feature elegant and modern décor with free standard WIFI with speed up to 4MB. Each room is equipped with a flat-screen TV, a wardrobe and an electric kettle. Some includes a balcony or terrace with sea view. The suite comes with a living room.

Guests can start the day with a breakfast or nutritious light bite; savor innovative dishes prepared with only the freshest ingredients from Greek, Lebanese, French, Asian to Middle Eastern cuisine, or simply relax with a cup of coffee in the hotel lounge.

After an energizing workout at the fully equipped gym, guests have various options for relaxation such as massage treatments or hot tub, all at an added fee. For kids, the hotel offers a children’s playground in the summer by the beach.

A number of restaurants, casinos and markets are situated on the Corniche, the 15 km of beachfront promenade. Al Nozha Alexandria Airport is 12 km away. A complimentary beach shuttle service is available.