Hotel in East Bank, City Centre, Luxor, Luxor
Luxor Wena Hotel
A well-located 3-star hotel a short walk from Luxor Temple and the Corniche, offering comfortable rooms with good air conditioning and a popular poolside bar. Friendly management and competitive prices for the location.
Luxor Wena Hotel is a three-star property on Khalid Ibn El Walid Street in Luxor's East Bank city centre, positioned within a short walk of Luxor Temple, the Nile Corniche, and the main commercial streets that run through the heart of the city. The hotel occupies a purpose-built mid-rise structure that provides a reliable standard of comfort in one of Luxor's most convenient locations. Its combination of a swimming pool, bar, and restaurant at a mid-range price point makes it a competitive choice for travellers who want amenities beyond the basic budget hotels clustered in the same neighbourhood.
Rooms are configured as standard doubles, twins, and family options, all with private bathrooms, reliable air conditioning, and satellite television. The décor is contemporary but understated. Upper-floor rooms facing the Nile offer partial river views that improve in quality toward the top of the building. The hotel is kept in good general repair and cleaning standards are consistently maintained across room categories.
The swimming pool is a genuine asset in Luxor's climate, where afternoon temperatures regularly exceed 35°C from April through October. The poolside area includes sun loungers and shade. A bar adjacent to the pool serves cold beverages, soft drinks, and snacks throughout the day and into the evening, giving the space a social character that solo travellers and small groups frequently appreciate. The bar maintains regular evening hours and is one of the more reliably open venues in Luxor's city centre hotel strip.
The hotel restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a menu covering Egyptian dishes, grilled meats, and a selection of international options. Breakfast is generally well regarded and can be taken in the dining room or poolside. The restaurant is also a practical option for early dinners before evening visits to Luxor Temple's light and sound show.
The front desk can assist with arranging taxis, day tours to Karnak, Valley of the Kings excursions, and felucca bookings on the Nile. The hotel is roughly 400 metres from Luxor Temple's main entrance, walkable for most guests. The train station — used for connections to Cairo, Aswan, and rail links to Abu Simbel transfer points — is within 15 minutes on foot along the riverside road.
Amenities
- pool
- bar
- wifi
- restaurant
- air conditioning
Visit / Book / Contact
- Phone: +20 95 238 0672
Location
Khalid Ibn El Walid, Luxor City, Egypt
25.7010, 32.6388 — View on map
Highlights
- Swimming pool with poolside bar — a significant asset during Luxor's intense heat from spring through autumn
- Central Khalid Ibn El Walid Street location within easy walking distance of Luxor Temple and the Nile Corniche
- Three-star standard with restaurant, bar, and pool at competitive mid-range prices on the East Bank
- Upper-floor rooms with partial Nile views available on request at booking
Tips
- Request an upper-floor Nile-facing room at booking rather than on arrival — they fill quickly in peak season (October to February).
- The pool is quietest before 10 am and after 5 pm when the afternoon heat subsides — ideal for uninterrupted swimming.
- The poolside bar is one of the more relaxed evening spots in the immediate city centre neighbourhood.
- A line of taxis is typically available on Khalid Ibn El Walid Street in the mornings; the hotel can also pre-arrange cars at fixed rates to avoid street-side negotiation.
FAQ
Does Luxor Wena Hotel have a swimming pool?
Yes, the hotel has an outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers and a poolside bar serving drinks and snacks throughout the day.
How far is Luxor Wena Hotel from Luxor Temple?
The hotel is approximately 400 metres from Luxor Temple's main entrance, a comfortable five-to-seven minute walk along flat city streets.
Can the hotel arrange tours to the Valley of the Kings?
The front desk can book day trips to the Valley of the Kings and other West Bank sites through licensed local operators or private taxis. Confirm prices before committing and compare with independent taxi rates at the hotel entrance.
Is breakfast included in the room rate?
Breakfast availability depends on the rate selected at booking. The hotel restaurant offers an included breakfast package; confirm when reserving to avoid unexpected charges on checkout.
Accessibility
Luxor Wena Hotel has a passenger lift serving upper floors, making rooms on all levels accessible without stair climbing. Ground-floor public areas including the restaurant and pool area are reached via a flat entrance lobby. The pool itself has no mechanical access equipment. Guests with specific accessibility requirements should contact the hotel directly before booking to confirm adapted room availability.