Abu al-Haggar Hotel, Muhammad Farid St. (tel. 38 29 58), on the corner of Al-Karnak St. Ask for one of the rooms with a droolworthy view of Luxor Temple. Oldish, fairly clean. No kitchen or washing machine. Singles LE20, doubles LE30. Breakfast included.

For those wishing to climb a bit upscale, The Ramoza on Al-Mahatta St., Horus Hotel by Luxor Temple, and Santa Maria on Television St. offer luxurious accommodations with A/C, baths, bars, and full service at rates that are extremely reasonable, especially in the summer (LE25-LE35 per person).