Al Moudira is Luxor's boutique escape, built in the late 1990s and designed by Zeina Abou Kheir, who filled it with antiques from across the Middle East. It stands on an eight-hectare estate on the west bank of the Nile, among fields and palms, and became a member of Relais and Chateaux in 2023. The suites open onto courtyards with fountains and are furnished with antiques gathered from across the Middle East, with rich fabrics and carved furniture. Meals are served in the Ottoman Hall, the courtyard or the pool pavilion, using produce from nearby farms, and there are several other dining spots, including a wood-fired farm kitchen and a poolside pizza oven. There is a marble outdoor pool, a spa with a traditional hammam in a glass-walled winter garden, and a gym. The atmosphere is calm and romantic rather than bustling, and the hotel feels like a private palace in the countryside. It is a favourite with couples, honeymooners and travellers who prefer character to a standard resort.
Location and getting around: the hotel is on the West Bank, around six kilometres from central Luxor across the Nile, and a free shuttle is reported to run to and from the city twice a day. The airport is about thirty minutes away by car, and private transfers are available. For sightseeing, the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut's temple and the Ramesseum are on the same side of the river, so early starts are simple, and the hotel can arrange guides, drivers and balloon pickups. For the East Bank temples you will cross the river, which takes some planning.
Rooms and who it suits: the property has around fifty-four suites, most with their own sitting areas and some with private terraces. It suits couples, small groups of friends and travellers who value quiet and design, and it is welcoming to children. It is less convenient if you want to walk to restaurants and shops in the evenings, since the area is rural.
Good to know: the hotel usually operates from September to June and closes in the high summer, so check dates for your trip. Breakfast may not be included in every rate, and extras such as late check-out carry a fee. Parking is free. Book early for the winter peak, and ask about balloon and West Bank tour packages, which fit neatly with the hotel's location.
Why stay here
- ✓Courtyard suites with antiques
- ✓Marble outdoor pool
- ✓Hammam and spa
- ✓Ottoman Hall restaurant
- ✓Farm kitchen with wood-fired oven
- ✓Gardens of palm and hibiscus
- ✓Shuttle to Luxor city
- ✓Free parking
Good questions
Is Al Moudira close to the Valley of the Kings?+
Yes, it is on the West Bank, near the major sites, so early morning starts are easy. The hotel can arrange drivers and guides.
How do I get to the East Bank temples?+
A free shuttle to central Luxor is reported to run twice a day, and taxis and ferries cross the river. Plan East Bank days with a driver.
When is the hotel open?+
It typically operates from September to June and closes in the hottest summer months. Check dates before booking.
