| It is an archaeological site that comprises of 2 massive | | | | Abu Simbel Hotels |
| rock temples located in Nubia, Southern Egypt. It is by | | | | Here are some 4-star accommodations in Abu Simbel: |
| the western banks of Lake Nasser, approximately 290 | | | | Nefertari Hotel Abu Simbel - This hotel offers |
| kilometers southwest of Aswan. It is now called the | | | | comfortable accommodations and quality services to |
| Nubian Monuments" and is considered a UNESCO | | | | travelers. It is situated along Antonion Ayouyo Street |
| World Heritage Site, running from Abu Simbel down to | | | | near T Lake Nasser. The city center is merely 2 |
| Philae. | | | | kilometers away and the Abu Simbel Airport is merely |
| During the time of Pharaoh Ramesses II, twin temples | | | | 3 kilometers away. |
| were carved from the mountainside to serve as a | | | | The rooms in this hotel showcase a typical Egyptian |
| lasting monument of Nefertari, his queen and himself. It | | | | style. Aside from magnificent lake views, these rooms |
| also serves as a reminder of their victory during the | | | | have modern amenities like color TVs, air conditioners, |
| Battle of Kadesh. However, in the 1960s, this complex | | | | Internet access, in-room safes, hair dryers and private |
| was relocated and placed on an artificial hill from a | | | | bathrooms. The hotel also features an onsite |
| domed structure over the reservoir of the Aswan High | | | | restaurant serving international and local cuisines. The |
| Dam. These temples were relocated to save it from | | | | hotel also has a cafe with beverages and light snacks. |
| submersion at the time they created Lake Nasser. | | | | Other facilities of the hotel include a reception desk, |
| Lake Nasser is a massive artificial water reservoir | | | | concierge services, lounge/bar, laundry services, |
| which they formed after the Nile River's Aswan High | | | | parking facilities and room services. The nightly rate for |
| Dam. With these, It continues to rank amongst the top | | | | this hotel ranges from $176 to $280. |
| tourist attractions of Egypt. | | | | Seti Hotel Abu Simbel - This 4-star accommodation |
| Abu Simbel Attractions and Activities | | | | offers travelers with moderately luxurious |
| There are 2 main temples in Abu Simbel - the Temple | | | | accommodations. It is the only hotel situated by the |
| of Hathor and the Great Temple of Ramesses II. | | | | Grand Temple of Ramses foot. It is the best place to |
| These temples showcased various internal stone | | | | stay if you want to be near the twin statues of Queen |
| carvings. For the Great Temple, it took them 24 years | | | | Nefertari and the pharaoh. |
| to build it. At its current location, it had graffiti on some | | | | The hotel has 138 cozy rooms and suites on 2 levels |
| of its parts already. You'll see these among Ramesses | | | | featured in Nubian-style, offering spectacular views of |
| II's 4 giant statues. | | | | the lake, magnificent gardens and flowing waterfalls. |
| To see how the fake mountain dome was | | | | They also have the Layalina Cafe, Toshka Restaurant, |
| constructed, you can just follow the pathway inside. | | | | a pool bar, ice cream corner and a Fish Restaurant. |
| Since the time for visiting Abu Simbel is limited - even | | | | They provide high quality boardroom executive |
| the time to read the stone carvings will be limited - so, | | | | services and conference rooms as well as individual |
| read more about these temples before going there. | | | | meeting rooms. Take time to relax in the swimming |
| It's also a long journey to reach this archaeological site. | | | | pool which also overlooks Desert Mountains and Lake |
| Just bring enough beverages and snacks with you. | | | | Nasser. |