The best ACCOR hotels in Egypt

The Old Cataract is located on the Nile corniche in Aswan, opposite Elephantine Island and next to the Saint-Siméon monastery. From the terrace, the view of the Nile and the feluccas gliding silently by is simply magical.

The palace has 76 rooms in the historic part and 62 in the modern Nile.

Renovated by Accor in 1992 and again from 2008 to 2011, everything that could be kept in its original state at the Old Cataract has been preserved, including some of the outdated, damask and rococo furniture and upholstery. 20% of the furniture is period. This is exceptional enough to merit a mention, given that the hotel has been renovated and redesigned from top to bottom during a three-year project led by French interior designer Sybille de Margerie.

With its 8 cabins, indoor pool with the magical ambience of an oriental palace, hammam and sauna, the spa offers 1,200m² dedicated to well-being, in a sumptuous setting.

The Sofitel El Gezirah is a 5-star luxury hotel. It has 433 rooms, including 3 types of suites and 3 types of rooms. They are large, with a surface area of 32 m2. Their style is a blend of French and Egyptian, which is typical of the entire establishment.

A top-of-the-range address in the centre of Cairo, the Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah stands out from its neighbours thanks to its highly successful modern Egyptian decor. A touch of local colour that in no way detracts from the attention to detail and excellent level of comfort of this luxury establishment.

The hotel has 4 Moroccan, Egyptian and Italian restaurants, as well as 2 bars, Sunny and Window on the Nile. A spa with a pleasant swimming pool, a hammam and a gym are also available for moments of relaxation.

The Winter Palace Luxor is a legendary address, just a stone's throw from the Temple of Amun and the Temple of Karnak. The establishment offers 92 rooms, including 6 suites, 4 royal rooms and 2 presidential rooms. 13 of them overlook the garden, a guarantee of tranquillity.

Marie-Antoinette-style furniture and crystal chandeliers add a touch of old-world chic to the 1886 gourmet restaurant. In the evening, it serves refined international and French à la carte cuisine. As standing is essential, evening dress is the order of the day. In the garden, the Oasis restaurant is open all day.

The large garden, a veritable arboretum of rare species, is a cool oasis planted with giant palm trees that shoot skywards.

A beautiful establishment overlooking the Nile, the Novotel Cairo El Bord is close to the Opera House, a useful landmark in this sprawling city. The hotel boasts two swimming pools, one indoor and one outdoor, for optimal refreshment in any situation, in addition to a whirlpool.

All rooms are air-conditioned and have a seating area. Massages can be booked at the hotel. For your relaxation too, your room will be equipped with a flat-screen TV, with satellite and cable TV.

A large, beautiful resort set on the shores of the Red Sea, this establishment offers the cuisine of 7 à la carte restaurants and the use of 7 swimming pools. Its beach is private and has butler services. The Rixos Sharm El Sheikh also offers a spa with soothing treatments including a range of massages. The gym is equipped with state-of-the-art cardio-training equipment.

All rooms have a balcony or terrace overlooking the sea, garden or swimming pool. They are equipped with a flat-screen TV and air conditioning. Suites have a spacious lounge.

As well as the wealth of facilities, the hotel boasts an eclectic choice of cuisine in its 7 restaurants: Turkish, Japanese, Brazilian, Indian, Italian and Asian, as well as a seafood restaurant.

Located on the Red Sea, this resort offers a wide range of water sports and beach activities, including swimming, snorkelling, horse riding on the beach, parasailing and boat trips. There are also two outdoor swimming pools.

All rooms are air-conditioned and have a balcony or terrace overlooking the sea or garden. They are equipped with a flat-screen satellite TV, safe and fridge.

This 5-star resort is located in Quseir, on the Red Sea, and opens directly onto the beach. It also boasts a huge outdoor swimming pool.

It provides transfers to and from Marsa Alam International Airport, 75 km away.

With room service, the reception is open 24 hours a day. Its rooms are air-conditioned and have flat-screen TVs. There are plenty of seaside activities.

Breakfast is buffet, continental and vegetarian.

The restaurant offers a choice of typical Italian cuisine and international dishes.

Its 5 stars immediately give you an idea of its standing.