The city of Luxor is a historical and ancient city that still retains the exotic beauty it had during the time of the Pharaohs. The Sofitel Karnak Luxor Resort is part of that city. Located on the east banks of the Nile River, the resort is the epitome of hospitality and old world charm. It is only six kilometres from the heart of Luxor, eighteen kilometres from the international airport in Aswan, and three kilometres from the Karnak Temple from which the resort gets its name.
The resort is perfect for both leisure and business guests and offers business travellers a unique setting in which they can hold their meetings using state of the art of equipment in a classroom, theatre, or other style meeting setting. Guests can receive and use AV equipment, flip charts, data shows, screens, sound systems, and video and television services for their presentations.
For a truly romantic wedding, the staff at the Sofitel Karnak Luxor Resort would love to be able to help you plan your wedding at the resort. Services are offered to couples wishing to get married there, and some of the more interesting reception entertainment could include Nubian or folklore shows or belly dancing.
There are 322 standard guest rooms and 22 suites at the Sofitel Karnak Luxor Resort, each decorated in a typically Moorish style indicative of the area and exotic atmosphere of Egypt. With rich fabrics and colours, each room comes equipped standard with the following: air conditioning; heating; telephone; satellite television; mini bar; en-suite bathroom; hair dryer; radio; and shower.
As with many of the resorts in the region, the Sofitel offers its guests a wide range of cuisines and dining experiences to choose from. All of the food is prepared from fresh ingredients and provides a wonderful blend of local and international cuisine that is overseen by head chef Mahmoud Abdel Sadek.
La Palamarie is located with seating around the swimming pool and offers guests some delightful barbeque dishes from noon to 5pm every day. The O Nile is located near the terrace and like the La Palamarie, offers guests a great view of the river as they enjoy their internationally flavoured ala carte lunch and dinner. Opet offers guests buffet style breakfast fare and a different international flavour each night. The restaurant is designed to resemble a Pharaonic temple, and it has an Oriental corner no matter what the chosen fare of the evening happens to be.
While staying in Luxor there is plenty to do and see within a short distance of the hotel. The area is rich in historical sites and culture, and visitors to the area definitely do not want to miss places such as the Luxor Museum, the Mummification Museum, Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings or the Valley of the Queens. The hotel staff can help visitors book or plan tours to each of these attractions.
Other activities at the hotel can be had and enjoyed by guests who wish to stay put for the day. A fitness centre, Jacuzzi, massage facilities, sauna and two outdoor pools – one of which is heated – beckons guests to enjoy the resort. There are boat excursions available up and down the Nile River, and the resort also offers sports styled activities such as tennis, football, squash, and table tennis. There are billiards tables in the resort itself.
Additionally, the resort is located within walking distance of the numerous shops and historical attractions of Luxor for another aspect of guests’ visits to Egypt.
Location: The ultimate luxury resort, located on the east bank of the majestic Nile in one of the most exciting and intriguing settings, Sofitel Karnak lets you experience the timeless, exotic beauty of ancient Luxor, 6 km from the heart of town, 18 km from the international airport, 3 km from the famous Karnak Temple. Savor the wide selection of fine cuisines at our main restaurant, a-la-carte or BBQ. Discover ancient history on your doorstep in any of our 347 rooms, including family rooms and suites
General Facilities:
Fitness centre
Jacuzzi
Massage
Outdoor heated pool
Outdoor unheated pool
Sauna
Tennis court
Billiards table
Football pitch
Squash court
Table tennis
Restaurants
Bars
Indoor children’s playground
Gift shop
Newspaper stand
Beauty salon
Room Facilities:
Audible smoke alarms
220/240 V AC
Air conditioning
Safe deposit box in room
Minibar
Radio in room
Satellite/cable colour TV
Security peephole
Smoke alarm in room
Bathtub
Hair dryer in bathroom
Activities: The activities offered at the Sofitel Karnak Luxor Hotel include trips to the historical sites located in and around Luxor as well as swimming, shopping and simply soaking up the sun at the resort. Boat excursions up the Nile River are also available.
Services:
Cash machine
Concierge
Dry cleaning / Ironing
Porter
Tourist information desk
Currency exchange
Business centre
Wedding services
Babysitting services
Children’s Club for ages 6 to 12
