East Bank Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Luxor Temple
Find out about the history of Luxor when you take a trip to Luxor Temple. Amble around this relaxing area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Valley of the Kings
Find out about the history of Luxor when you spend time at Valley of the Kings. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this relaxing area.
Luxor Temple
Find out about the history of Luxor when you take a trip to Luxor Temple. Amble around this relaxing area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Karnak
You can find out about the history of Luxor with a visit to Karnak. Amble around this relaxing area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Hatshepsut's Temple
After visiting Hatshepsut's Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Luxor. Make time for the temples and local tours in this relaxing area.
Medinet Habu
You can find out about the history of Luxor with a visit to Medinet Habu. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this relaxing area.
Our pick of the best East Bank Hotel Deals
Steigenberger Nile Palace
Clean room, nice pool overlooking the Nile. Multiple good food options including an Italian place, traditional, Egyptian dinner, and breakfast buffet. Live music inside the main courtyard during the evening was pleasant. Good shopping options within the resort. short cab ride to both the temples ...
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
The Temple Hotel Luxor
Clean room, staff was attentive, they remembered our names, clean property, and would stay here again.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Iberotel Luxor
Hotel is fairly old, and it looks it. But everything was perfect. Staff very friendly, amenities were great, and the location is beyond perfect. There's some construction noise coming from the neighboring hotel under construction, but we could easily sleep through it.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Aracan Eatabe Luxor Hotel
The location is excellent for access to the waterfront and Luxor temple, good views from the front of the hotel The property is slightly dated but the staff are very attentive Would recommend as a good value location for a few days in Luxor
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Sofitel Winter Palace Luxor
Very historical, well placed property. Beautiful gardens and pool (the biggest gardens in Luxor). Great location - 5 minute walk to Luxor Temple. The facilities are a little dated, and there is no gym or spa, but it’s the best hotel in Luxor and the staff is fantastic
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Pavillon Winter Luxor
Great property, 5 min walk to Luxor temple. Bang on Nile. Lots of food options right across property. We had some plumbing issues but resolved quickly.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around East Bank
El Gezira
While El Gezira isn't home to many top sights, Luxor Temple and Luxor Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
West Bank
While there might not be top attractions in West Bank, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Luxor Temple and Mummification Museum.
Nile River Luxor
Nile River Luxor is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Nile, a top place to visit in the area.
