Sonesta St. George Hotel - Luxor
A Nile-front hotel in Luxor featuring river views, dedicated tour planning, and multiple on-site restaurants.
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Sonesta St. George Hotel is situated directly along the Nile, providing guests with river views and easy access to ancient temples. The property delivers helpful concierge and tour desk service alongside multiple dining options like Aladdin and an Italian restaurant. However, guest experiences are marred by reports of broken room furnishings and overly complicated jacuzzi shower units. 6172312
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What travelers noticed
- Guests consistently appreciate the location overlooking the river, noting breathtaking views of the Nile and convenient access to temples. 6
- The concierge and tour desk staff receive praise for helping organize activities, excursions, and transportation. 64
- Reviewers also highlight the variety of dining choices, from the Italian restaurant and Aladdin to the tasty breakfast buffets and 24-hour Lotus Cafe pool snacks. 152
- Bathrooms come equipped with fluffy white towels, plenty of toiletries, and strong water pressure. 2
The catch
- Room quality generates varied feedback: some guests praise clean rooms with good AC and wood paneling, while others report malfunctioning lamps, couches, and loud TVs. 8
- The bathroom amenities divide visitors, with some appreciating the jacuzzi shower while others found the combo shower bath jacuzzi sauna way too complicated to operate. 232
Who it's for
- — Travelers booking Nile-side tours and excursions
- — Visitors prioritizing river views and multiple on-site restaurants
Skip it if
- — Guests frustrated by complicated bathroom fixtures and jacuzzi controls
- — Travelers wary of inconsistent room maintenance or broken furnishings
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“we got the day we've got all kinds of wonderful wonderful lautan stuff”
youtube.com1:30“they tell you how to operate the state-of-the-art combo shower bath jacuzzi sauna that is way too complicated for me way…”
youtube.com1:39“they have all this out out here for a site ooh mingers love mering I saw merang the chocolate is so good”
youtube.com4:57“great great room very messy right now because we are really enjoying ourselves”
youtube.com7:05“they are letting us keep one room which is great because we're here all day”
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Score breakdown
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Bathroom
94Location
94- “George Hotel in Luxor offers guests a remarkable experience with its breathtaking views of the Nile and proximity to ancient Egypt's iconic temples. This superb location allows visitors easy access to Luxor Temple and other historic sites while enjoying luxurious accommodations.” 6
- “The hotel is ideally located for discovering Luxor with Luxor Temple and the Abu Haggag Mosque within a 10-minute walk.” 4
Room
92Service
92- “"We flew into Cairo and stayed at a lovely hotel where my husband overcame some of his fears as we enjoyed 5-star service and fabulous restaurants and an amazing belly dancer."” 12
- “Egyptian hospitality is some of the best I've ever experienced and the friendly staff catered to our every need. The managers, waitstaff, and crew were all professional and welcoming.” 2
Bed & Sleep
93- “The comfortable king bed was actually two twin beds pushed together.” 2
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Stay value
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Beats what $ usually buys
Scores 6 points above the modest median of 86, across 247 hotels in the same bracket.
- This hotel
- 92
- Bracket median
- 86
- Index median
- 90
Based on 247 comparable hotels.
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Where travelers agree — and don’t
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- “Check-in sucked as the MGM application was unable to 'allocate a room' at 7:30pm, wasted hours getting checked in.” 8
- “Staff are attentive and ensure that rooms are tidied daily, fresh linens are supplied, and amenities are replenished.” 6
- “Mohammed who cleaned our room was excellent.” 15
- “"We flew into Cairo and stayed at a lovely hotel where my husband overcame some of his fears as we enjoyed 5-star service and fabulous restaurants and an amazing belly dancer."” 12
- “The staff couldn't do enough for you and were very friendly. Naghar worked her socks off around the pool.” 15
- “Sonesta's employs a very helpful co-ed staff which is unusual for the region.” 17
- “The concierge provides invaluable assistance, helping guests to plan tours and excursions, secure dining reservations, or arrange transportation.” 6
- “The reception team at Sonesta St. George Hotel is renowned for its friendly and professional demeanor.” 6
- “Beyond the housekeeping staff, most of the team at Luxor was short and not very friendly.” 8
- “They welcome you, thank you for visiting, and encourage you to tell people about your trip. We were disappointed not to get to sail on Uniworld's River Tosca, but the Sonesta St. George I was a lovely boat. Their staff was top notch, the service was excellent, and the food was good.” 12
- “Housekeeping services at the hotel maintain high standards of cleanliness and comfort.” 6
- “The gentleman than runs the Banque is the most sullen person I have seen in a long time although I must say that the rest of the staff were very friendly if somewhat overworked at times.” 15
- “RepulsiveIconography • 2 taon ang nakalipas You'll get a lot of negative reviews on Luxor, but it's really not that bad. You'll get a lot of negative reviews on Luxor, but it's really not that bad. Drink service is good.” 8
- “Very Good: Room cleanliness, house keeping staff, MGM App.” 8
- “Hi Silvia_B, we spent three glorious nights aboard the Sonesta St. George I in April, 2011. The boat was beautiful and the staff were outstanding.” 21
- “I agreed as I felt traveling around in Egypt was just not a wise thing to do. We flew into Cairo and stayed at a lovely hotel where my husband overcame some of his fears as we enjoyed 5-star service and fabulous restaurants and an amazing belly dancer.” 12
- “The Uniworld / Spring Tours representatives were professional, knowledgeable, and accommodating.” 12
- “The helpful staff at the tour desk are available to book and organise activities in Luxor.” 4
- “Egyptian hospitality is some of the best I've ever experienced and the friendly staff catered to our every need. The managers, waitstaff, and crew were all professional and welcoming.” 2
- “"We flew into Cairo and stayed at a lovely hotel where my husband overcame some of his fears as we enjoyed 5-star service and fabulous restaurants and an amazing belly dancer."” 12
- “The Italian restaurant in the Sonesta St George was good as well as the breakfast and the pool snacks (this was same menu as the lotus cafe inside the hotel which is open 24 hours). We never tried the Japenese but did note that it was quite expensive compared to the rest of the hotel.” 15
- “Guests are particularly complimentary about the quality of the à la carte restaurants and the impressive selection of branded drinks and local wines included in their Plus package.” 10
- “He accommodated every palate with a feast of international and local ingredients. We were blown away by the size of the tasty breakfast and lunch buffets!” 2
- “A satisfying breakfast is available each morning, and there are also numerous cafés and eateries nearby.” 4
- “The chef of the MS Sonesta St. George I knows how to whip up a hearty and delicious spread.” 2
- “Public House and Backstage Deli are good late night food choices and the elevators for the towers are quick.” 8
- “The Italian restaurant in the Sonesta St George was good as well as the breakfast and the pool snacks (this was same menu as the lotus cafe inside the hotel which is open 24 hours).” 15
- “I agreed as I felt traveling around in Egypt was just not a wise thing to do. We flew into Cairo and stayed at a lovely hotel where my husband overcame some of his fears as we enjoyed 5-star service and fabulous restaurants and an amazing belly dancer.” 12
- “PRO 2: A wonderfully varied culinary offering Many all-inclusive hotels can start to feel repetitive when it comes to food, but St George has invested in a Dine-Around concept. With seven different restaurants to choose from - including a Greek taverna, Italian, Asian, and an American grill - mealtimes never feel dull.” 10
- “Good: Location (mostly due to tram), food, Casino, Entertainment, Parking, Access to I-15/Strip.” 8
- “Dinner was four courses (appetizer, soup, entrée, and dessert) with a few different menu options. Usually, the entrée was a choice of beef, chicken, or fish with sautéed vegetables and potatoes. I was underwhelmed by the flavor, but Brad had no complaints.” 2
- “The cosy on-site restaurant is open for breakfast every day, offering an enjoyable dining experience close to the rooms and everything the hotel has to offer.” 4
- “We did the Sonesta St. George and liked it fine. Two downsides: they had us further back than we wanted so a fair bit of engine noise and the "Egyptian buffet" dinner made us both violently ill.” 21
- “The main restaurant at Sonesta St. George features a rich breakfast buffet that includes fresh bread, cooking stations, and an egg chef preparing dishes to order.” 6
- “The first half of the holiday was very good almost perfect but the last few days sadly made me feel that the hotel was going downhill fast. We were frequently ignored at breakfast trying to get coffee and tea. Often tables weren't clean or laid.” 15
- “The new food court is laughable how much things cost ($20 for a less than fast food quality chicken sandwich).” 8
- “There were only 7 tourists when we sailed and we had a gorgeous, comfortable suite. We loved all the food--fresh, sit down meals, no buffets, delicious, great variety.” 21
- “Two downsides: they had us further back than we wanted so a fair bit of engine noise and the "Egyptian buffet" dinner made us both violently ill.” 21
- “The hotel is ideally located for discovering Luxor with Luxor Temple and the Abu Haggag Mosque within a 10-minute walk.” 4
- “I think the tower rooms are great and the Egyptian theming is fun. MY only main gripe is that it's far from a lot of stuff, but I'm also insane and walk from Luxor to Aria.” 8
- “The tower rooms are fine. The worst thing for me was location, but a few Ubers to navigate the strip and you'll be fine.” 8
- “CON 2: The location is a little out of the way for those who like to explore on foot The hotel is situated in Chlorakas, which is scenic and pleasant, but it's approximately six kilometres from Paphos harbour and the town centre. That means heading out for an evening stroll into the thick of things isn't really an option.” 10
- “George Hotel in Luxor offers guests a remarkable experience with its breathtaking views of the Nile and proximity to ancient Egypt's iconic temples. This superb location allows visitors easy access to Luxor Temple and other historic sites while enjoying luxurious accommodations.” 6
- “MY only main gripe is that it's far from a lot of stuff, but I'm also insane and walk from Luxor to Aria.” 8
- “Good: Location (mostly due to tram), food, Casino, Entertainment, Parking, Access to I-15/Strip.” 8
- “Stayed in a standard tower room for two nights about a month ago. It was a 100% adequate strip room.” 8
- “The decor is elaborate but so pretty that we thought our room at the Winter Palace in Luxor was underdecorated!” 21
- “Mediocre - Front desk staff, Bell staff, randomly working inclinators, Bad - Baby diapers left in walkways, room/building maintenance - Don't bother calling, they just remove the broken item, never too return, by the end of a 5 day stay, we had 1 working lamp in a two room suite” 8
- “Nearly everything in the room was broken or malfunctioning in some way. Phone, lamps, couch, chairs, tub, shower, even the TV that always turned on a full volume.” 8
- “Very Good: Room cleanliness, house keeping staff, MGM App.” 8
- “I did a week in a pyramid room for a conference. It was sort of hot in the room all the time and I attributed that to solar rays coming through the glass.” 8
- “they are letting us keep one room which is great because we're here all day” On camera237:23
- “The one bedroom tower suites aren't bad at all. The tower in general feels like a budget Delano.” 8
- “The boat was beautiful and the staff were outstanding. There were only 7 tourists when we sailed and we had a gorgeous, comfortable suite.” 21
- “Guests enjoy spacious accommodations that often include a private balcony, providing stunning views of the Nile.” 6
- “The spacious room didn't feel claustrophobic at all, especially with the breeze flowing in off the Nile River from our open sliding glass window!” 2
- “great great room very messy right now because we are really enjoying ourselves” On camera237:05
- “Tower rooms are fine - the one bedroom suites are pretty nice. The pyramid rooms are in the process of getting renovated.” 8
- “Every night when we went back to our room our cleaner had closed the curtains and opened the bed for us - nice touch I thought.” 15
- “Room was clean, but in need of maintenance. Nearly everything in the room was broken or malfunctioning in some way.” 8
- “Room was clean, but in need of maintenance.” 8
- “they tell you how to operate the state-of-the-art combo shower bath jacuzzi sauna that is way too complicated for me way too complicated” On camera231:39
- “The bathroom had fluffy white towels, plenty of toiletries, and a jacuzzi shower with superb water pressure/hot water.” 2
- “The AC was good, the water pressure decent, and the rooms were clean.” 8
- “The comfortable king bed was actually two twin beds pushed together.” 2
- “If you get a tower room, you will be happy, its a incredible value for being on the strip.” 8
- “Stayed in a standard tower room for two nights about a month ago. It was a 100% adequate strip room. Great value.” 8
- “Paid about 60 a night for the mid tier tower room & it was awesome for the price.” 8
- “The new food court is laughable how much things cost ($20 for a less than fast food quality chicken sandwich).” 8
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- No reviewer has named an individual room number here yet.
- Nothing reliable said about room types.
- Nothing reliable said about floor level.
- Nothing reliable said about building or wing.
- Nothing reliable said about which side it faces.
- Nothing reliable said about view.
- Nothing reliable said about position on the floor.
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- 10St George Beach Hotel & Spa Resort PROS and CONS ...reddit.comForum thread2026-04-21Current4 quotes used
“Guests are particularly complimentary about the quality of the à la carte restaurants and the impressive selection of branded drinks and local wines included in their Plus package.”
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“Staff are attentive and ensure that rooms are tidied daily, fresh linens are supplied, and amenities are replenished.”
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- 8Luxor Reviews needed. : r/vegasreddit.comForum thread2024-06-03Ageing39 quotes used
“Check-in sucked as the MGM application was unable to 'allocate a room' at 7:30pm, wasted hours getting checked in.”
Read originalreddit.com - 15Holiday Review - Sonesta St George - Holidays 4usholidays4us.comReview site2023-09-04Ageing8 quotes used
“The Italian restaurant in the Sonesta St George was good as well as the breakfast and the pool snacks (this was same menu as the lotus cafe inside the hotel which is open 24 hours). We never tried the Japenese but did no…”
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“He accommodated every palate with a feast of international and local ingredients. We were blown away by the size of the tasty breakfast and lunch buffets!”
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