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Aswan – Old town & heritage

Old town & heritage · No. 3 in Egypt

Boutique hotels in Aswan

Nubian-style houses and island retreats above the granite rapids of the Nile.

Handpicked boutique hotels

Where to stay in Aswan

Aswan is the southernmost of Egypt's Nile cities, where the river runs between granite boulders, sandy islands and feluccas. The Nubian culture here is distinct from the north, with brightly painted houses, music and food of its own.

Where to stay

The best small hotels sit on the river or on islands such as Heissa, built in Nubian style with domes, shaded terraces and gardens. Staying on the water means arriving by boat and watching the sunset over the western desert.

Good to know

Aswan is a base for Abu Simbel, Philae and Nubian villages, and it is hot from April to October. Bring a hat and plan sightseeing early in the day.

Good to know

Questions about Aswan

How many boutique hotels are there in Aswan?

We list 2 boutique hotels in Aswan, including Benben by Dhara Hotels and Nala Narty Boutique Hotel.