Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan Hotel 5 stars

Name: Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan
Address: ASWAN, 81511, EGYPT
Telephone: (+20)10/22229071
Rating: 4.9

Customer review rating 4.9/5 2,549 reviews

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Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan Hotel

Iconic hotel, where heritage meets modernity

Your sojourn leads you to the gates of Egypt. The warmth of the Nubian Desert presses against your skin as you behold the majestic Nile. A 19th-century Victorian palace rises from a ledge of pink granite. Welcome to Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan.

Selim Shawer, Hotel Manager

Step into the legendary site where King Fouad once entertained and Agatha Christie sipped cocktails: the 5-star Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan Hotel. In the Nubian Desert on the banks of the Nile, opposite Elephantine Island, the majestic hotel sits on a pink granite cliff overlooking the world's longest river. This ravishing hotel with its legendary guest list of royals and dignitaries is both ideal for romantic getaways, and a perfect venue for small summits and corporate meetings.

If you can tear yourself away from the beauty of the magnificent Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan, a world of fascination awaits you. Elephantine Island and the Aswan Museum are at your feet. The rock Tombs of Amarna, where ancient Egyptian nobles are buried, are close to the hotel. Aswan city centre is a stroll away. Other attractions to tempt you during your stay: the Nubian Museum, the Philae Temple, the Unfinished Obelisk... then return to indulge in French and oriental cuisine and wines.

Hotel extras

Therapies of ancient wisdom at SoSpa
Historical fine dining at 1902
Follow the footsteps of famed guests
Unique exterior and interior design
19th-century Victorian palace on the River Nile

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Hotel location

Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan

Abtal El Tahrir Street
81511 aswan
egypt

Tel: +201022229071

Fax: (+20)97/2316011

Check-in from 15h00

Check out up to 12h00

Upper Egypt Bus Co :

By plane
ASWAN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT At 18km / 11.18 miles
By train
ASWAN CENTRAL At 2km / 0 miles

GPS :24.082139, 32.887508

Hotel services

PALMS

Relax and unwind with a cocktail while you gaze at incredible sunsets over the Nile. Or indulge in traditional High Tea with scones, strawberries and cream, gourmet sandwiches and savory snacks.

SARAYA

In this gourmet all-day dining restaurant in Aswan, feast on fresh Mediterranean cuisine with local flavors, from handmade pasta to fish. Copper lamps flicker in our Aswan dining room with Moorish arches in cream and scarlet. Outside, a terrace tempts.

1902 RESTAURANT

At our signature 1902 restaurant, celebrate 12 decades of gastronomy with exquisite French cuisine paired with fine wines from the sommelier. Relax beneath the grand Arabian dome by a Qualaun crypt, and savor steamed lemongrass fish or filet mignon.

ORIENTAL KEBABGY

Oriental chefs blend local flavors with rich Levant cuisine at Oriental Kebabgy, a top Aswan restaurant. Over a feast of spicy, grilled meat and herbed rice, recline on gold banquettes or linger on the terrace with sweeping views of the Nile River.

TERRACE

Watch the sun set over Upper Egypt while sampling from a menu of beautifully presented dishes and delicacies at Aswan's "hottest table." Stunning panoramas from this terrace restaurant and bar soar over Khnum Temple and Elephantine Island.

Services in the hotel and nearby

Check-in from 15h00 - Check out up to 12h00

In summary

Swimming pool
Restaurant
Wheelchair accessible hotel
Well-being
Air conditioning
Wi-Fi
Breakfast
Bar
Meeting rooms

4 Restaurants
4 Bars
BBQ / Picnic Area
- BBQ / Picnic Area
Breakfast
- Room service
- Buffet
- Buffet Additional charge
- Breakfast à la carte Additional charge
Room service
- Cold snacks
- Hot meals

5 Meeting rooms

Wheelchair accessible hotel

Hotel informations
- 138 rooms
- 4 rooms for people with reduced mobility
- 34 family rooms
- 34 connecting rooms
- 43 non-smoking rooms
- 9 floors
Languages spoken at the hotel
- English
Laundry / Valet Services
- Dry cleaning / Ironing
Wi-Fi
- High speed transmission line Additional charge
- WiFi in the communal areas
- WiFi at the hotel
- High Speed internet
Air conditioning
- Air Conditioning
Reduced mobility Facilities
Check In & Check-out facilities
- Express check-out
- Express check-in
Luggage storage
- Luggage storage
Porter
- Porter
Concierge
- Concierge
Currency exchange
- Currency exchange

Outdoor infinity pool
- Outside
- On site
Indoor heated pool (adult only)
- Covered
- On site
SO FIT 24/7
- On site
- Jacuzzi/Whirlpool bath
- Massage
- Turkish Steambath

Gift shop/newspaper shop

Services for children
- Childrens TV Channels

Our accommodation(s)

The hotel offers 2 different luxury experiences in which heritage is preserved in the Palace,76 rooms and suites while contemporary elegance is lavishly designed in the Nile, 62 rooms and suites.

PREMIUM ROOM, 2 Single beds, Nile view

Max. number of persons: 2
Area: From 36 m² / 388 sq ft
Views: River side *
Most of the accommodation: TERRACE *

Subject to availability

Wireless internet in your room
High speed internet
Bathrobe
Slippers
Pillow Menu(...)

PALACE PREMIUM ROOM, 1 king-size bed, garden view

Max. number of persons: 2
Area: From 45 m² / 484 sq ft
Views: Garden View *
Most of the accommodation: BALCONY *

Subject to availability

Wireless internet in your room
High speed internet
Bathrobe
Slippers
Pillow Menu(...)

LUXURY ROOM, 1 king-size bed, sitting area, terrace, Nile river view

Max. number of persons: 3
Area: From 62 m² / 667 sq ft
Views: River side *
Most of the accommodation: TERRACE *

Subject to availability

Wireless internet in your room
High speed internet
Bathrobe
Slippers
Pillow Menu(...)

PALACE LUXURY ROOM, 1 king-size bed, sitting area, balcony, garden view

Max. number of persons: 3
Area: From 53 m² / 570 sq ft
Views: Garden View *
Most of the accommodation: BALCONY *

Subject to availability

Wireless internet in your room
High speed internet
Bathrobe
Slippers
Pillow Menu(...)

NILE SUITE, 1 King size bed, Terrace, Nile view

Max. number of persons: 2
Area: From 138 m² / 1485 sq ft
Most of the accommodation: TERRACE *

Subject to availability

Wireless internet in your room
High speed internet
Bathrobe
Slippers
Pillow Menu(...)

PALACE CATARACT SUITE, 1 King Bed, Sitting area, Garden View

Max. number of persons: 3
Area: From 64 m² / 689 sq ft
Views: Garden View *
Most of the accommodation: BALCONY *

Subject to availability

Wireless internet in your room
High speed internet
Bathrobe
Slippers
Pillow Menu(...)

PALACE CATARACT SUITE, 1 King size Bed, Sitting area, Nile View

Max. number of persons: 3
Area: From 64 m² / 689 sq ft
Views: River side *
Most of the accommodation: BALCONY *

Subject to availability

Wireless internet in your room
High speed internet
Bathrobe
Slippers
Pillow Menu(...)

PALACE PRESTIGE SUITE, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Garden View

Max. number of persons: 3
Area: From 70 m² / 753 sq ft
Views: Garden View *
Most of the accommodation: BALCONY *

Subject to availability

Wireless internet in your room
High speed internet
Bathrobe
Slippers
Pillow Menu(...)

PALACE PRESTIGE SUITE, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Nile View

Max. number of persons: 3
Area: From 70 m² / 753 sq ft
Views: River side *
Most of the accommodation: BALCONY *

Subject to availability

Wireless internet in your room
High speed internet
Bathrobe
Slippers
Pillow Menu(...)

PALACE OPERA SUITE, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Garden View

Max. number of persons: 3
Area: From 90 m² / 969 sq ft
Views: Garden View *
Most of the accommodation: BALCONY *

Subject to availability

Wireless internet in your room
High speed internet
Bathrobe
Slippers
Pillow Menu(...)

PALACE OPERA SUITE, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Nile View

Max. number of persons: 3
Area: From 90 m² / 969 sq ft
Views: River side *
Most of the accommodation: BALCONY *

Subject to availability

Wireless internet in your room
High speed internet
Bathrobe
Slippers
Pillow Menu(...)

PRESTIGE SUITE, 1 King size bed, Terrace, Nile view

Max. number of persons: 3
Area: From 67 m² / 721 sq ft
Views: River side *
Most of the accommodation: TERRACE *

Subject to availability

Wireless internet in your room
High speed internet
Bathrobe
Slippers
Pillow Menu(...)

OPERA SUITE, 1 king-size bed, terrace, Nile view

Max. number of persons: 4
Area: From 84 m² / 904 sq ft
Views: River side *
Most of the accommodation: TERRACE *

Subject to availability

Wireless internet in your room
High speed internet
Bathrobe
Slippers
Pillow Menu(...)

SIR WINSTON CHURCHILL SUITE, The Palace, 1 King size bed, terrace, Nile view

Max. number of persons: 4
Area: From 138 m² / 1485 sq ft
Views: River side *
Most of the accommodation: TERRACE *

Subject to availability

Wireless internet in your room
High speed internet
Bathrobe
Slippers
Pillow Menu(...)

AGATHA CHRISTIE SUITE, The Palace, 1 King size bed, balcony on Nile view.

Max. number of persons: 4
Area: From 175 m² / 1884 sq ft
Views: River side *
Most of the accommodation: TERRACE *

Subject to availability

Wireless internet in your room
High speed internet
Bathrobe
Slippers
Pillow Menu(...)

Your meetings and events

Our meeting rooms

Number of meeting rooms: 4
Maximum size: 72 m²
Maximum banquet capacity: 32 people

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Impressive hotel by the Nile

Maria S. R. C. Couples - 21/10/2021 Confirmed reviews ALL

Am quite impressed, very kind staff, excellent food with service, it’s no wonder with VIPs having stayed there and still go there. Thank you for keeping up its tradition of excellence in service.

Glorious reminder of the Gilded Age

Laura M. Couples - 21/10/2021 Confirmed reviews ALL

We were supremely well cared for in this glorious, historically-significant facility that harkens back to a time of great travel during the Gilded Age. In lush surroundings at the first cataract of the Nile, the facility iis lovingly preserved and is a marvel to see. All rooms are magnificent in their detail to period history, but have been lovingly updated to meet the needs of the modern traveler. No detail was neglected to make our stay perfect. It is easily the favorte of the probaby hundred hotels that I have stayed in.

Excellent experience

Prof. D. T. K. G. Families - 13/10/2021 Confirmed reviews ALL

It was marvellous experience staying in Old Kataract Aswan. The historical building, decoration and furniture of the hotel, the cleanness and well arrangements had taken our eyes and stolen our hearts.

Dear Valued Guest Bonjour Thank you very much for your interest to stay at Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan. We very much appreciate your comments regarding your stay at the hotel. It is always a pleasure to receive positive feedback. I will share your comments with our team. I am sure that this feedback will serve as an encouragement to all of our staff as we strive to continuously improve the quality of our services. Thank you again for sharing your experience, and we hope your next visit will be as pleasant as the previous one. Sincerely, Mahmoud Fathy Guest Experience Manager

Impressive in all disciplines

Mohamed T. Couples - 10/10/2021 Confirmed reviews ALL

Royal, elite and unforgettable experience. I would like to stay in Old cataract forever.

Dear Valued Guest Bonjour The team at Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan are so incredibly proud to read your review. We are so thankful for you taking the time out of your day to provide our team with this exceptional feedback. We are incredibly lucky to have such talented, passionate, eager and engaging team members throughout the Hotel. Thank you once again for your truly wonderful review! The entire team look forward to welcoming you back to your home again soon for another magnifique stay. Until then, wishing you only the best, joy & happiness. Warm regards, Mahmoud Fathy Guest Experience Manager

Fantastic staff!

Jessica &. S. Friends - 07/10/2021 Confirmed reviews ALL

Great location, beautiful room, & amazing staff!!

Dear Valued Guest Bonjour The team at Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan are so incredibly proud to read your review. We are so thankful for you taking the time out of your day to provide our team with this exceptional feedback. It is great that you were able to benefit from the great & unique location of the hotel and the most beautiful views of Aswan. We are so thrilled to read of your enjoyable stay with us . We are incredibly lucky to have such talented, passionate, eager and engaging team members throughout the Hotel. Thank you once again for your truly wonderful review! The entire team look forward to welcoming you back very soon to Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan ensuring you another magnifique stay. Warm regards, Mahmoud Fathy Guest Experience Manager

Very beautiful and superb hotel

Momokichiboo 04/10/2021 TripAdvisor review

Our first visit to Aswan.Originally we thought,this Hotel should be a very convenient base camp for the visits to ancient monuments,like Abu Simbel.Indeed,their location is perfect.What we surprised is that this Hotel is one of the best Resort Hotels.They have sevedal nice restaurants,and very nice swimmjng pool,facing the river Nile.You shoud stay the room,overlooking the Nile.All the staff,people are very nice,helpful,and alwayswith smiles.Jf possible,we should come back next year.

Dear Valued Guest Bonjour Thank you very much for sharing this great review of your first stay at Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan. We are thrilled that you have enjoyed your stay and certainly agree that our dedicated staff plays a key role to our guests' overall experience. The entire team works very hard to ensure that we deliver a high standard of service and a warm, memorable experience. We always find it nice to read that our guests went home with great holiday memories and we are very grateful for the time and effort you spent to share your personal experience at our hotel with us and Tripadvisor readers. Again we thank you for this wonderful review, it has been a pleasure for us to read and we look forward to welcoming you again soon Best Regards Mahmoud Fathy Guest Experience Manager

Incredible experience, so beautiful!!

Robbin Solo - 30/09/2021 Confirmed reviews ALL

What an incredible hotel!! The natural beauty and the Nile, made it amazing!! Wonderful staff!! Thank you!!

Superb stay at this incredible hot

Jennifer K. Families - 29/09/2021 Confirmed reviews ALL

I am so impressed! The staff are incredibly kind & courteous & I would recommend this hotel to everyone ! Miriam, Michael & Hussein did an incredible job & I can’t wait to come back for another stay!

Very comfortable rooms

Sandy F. Friends - 27/09/2021 Confirmed reviews ALL

Very pleasant hotel, grounds, spacious rooms and balcony.

A memorable vacation

Dr R. K. Friends - 21/09/2021 Confirmed reviews ALL

Excellent location, fabulous ambience and great staff

Great stay

Ahmed R. Families - 20/09/2021 Confirmed reviews ALL

A professional and friendly staff, amazing view, clean and cosy room, and the great service are forging a very exceptional experience for sure. Thanks to the team.

Simply the Best: the best hotel I have ever stayed in my lifetime!

Elena G. R. Couples - 16/09/2021 Confirmed reviews ALL

I am extremely grateful to have stayed at the Old Cataract. Our room was 2403. All of our experience could not have been better. The staff at the reception, the room service, the personelle working in the breakfast, the security staff, the employees at the jetty, the cleaning staff EVERYONE was very pleasant, kind and informative. I really liked the fact that there was a currency-exchange machine. The welcome romantic decoration in the room and the fruit and halaweyat and the daily bottles of water made our stay even more comfortable. The bathroom was perfect. The double terrace and balcony had the best view of Aswan landscape. The bed mattress and pillows were the best. It really lives up to its reputation and deserves all the stars! If I stay again at the Old Cataract I would like to repeat the experience in the same beautiful Nile Suite view!

Dear Valued Guest Bonjour The team at Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan are so incredibly proud to read your review. We are so thankful for you taking the time out of your day to provide our team with this exceptional feedback. It is great that you were able to benefit from the great & unique location of the hotel and the most beautiful views of Aswan. We are so thrilled to read of your enjoyable stay with us . We are incredibly lucky to have such talented, passionate, eager and engaging team members throughout the Hotel. Thank you once again for your truly wonderful review! The entire team look forward to welcoming you back very soon to Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan ensuring you another magnifique stay. Warm regards, Mahmoud Fathy Guest Experience Manager

The best hotel of your lifetime!

U3500IPelenag Couples - 16/09/2021 TripAdvisor review

I highly recommend everyone to stay in this hotel, it has all you need and more. If you can afford it, do not doubt it! It is the best option to enjoy Aswan and its surroundings. It was definitely the highlight of my holidays. I am very grateful with all the staff working in the hotel.

Dear Valued Guest Bonjour Thank you very much for your interest to stay at Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan. We very much appreciate your comments regarding your stay at the hotel. We are delighted to read that you had an amazing stay and enjoyed your visit at our hotel. We are very pleased to read that the hotel ambassadors were instrumental to anticipate your needs & made your stay memorable. I’m sure that our entire hotel ambassadors enjoyed catering to your needs as much as you enjoyed your stay. We are looking forward to welcome you back to Sofitel legend Old Cataract Aswan ensuring you another magnifique journey with us. Best Regards Mahmoud Fathy Guest Experience Manager

Aswan

oliverolli437 14/09/2021 TripAdvisor review

Wonderful Hotel. Up there with the Grand Old Dame of Hotels. One of the best in the World! Style and Old World charm. Great staff nothing too much. Very nice bar. Great cocktails! Huda a great barman.

Dear Valued Guest Bonjour Thank you very much for your interest to stay at Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan. We very much appreciate your comments regarding your stay at the hotel. We are delighted to read that you had an amazing stay and enjoyed your visit at our hotel. We are very pleased to read that the hotel ambassadors were instrumental to anticipate your needs & made your stay memorable. I’m sure that our entire hotel ambassadors enjoyed catering to your needs as much as you enjoyed your stay. We are looking forward to welcome you back to Sofitel legend Old Cataract Aswan ensuring you another magnifique journey with us. Best Regards Mahmoud Fathy Guest Experience Manager

Great place

Ralph Couples - 13/09/2021 Confirmed reviews ALL

It was memorable to stay at Old Cataract The charm of this place is incomparable Staff very friendly Thank you

Dear Valued Guest Bonjour Thank you very much for your interest to stay at Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan. We very much appreciate your comments regarding your stay at the hotel. We are delighted to read that you had an amazing stay and enjoyed your visit at our hotel. We are very pleased to read that the hotel ambassadors were instrumental to anticipate your needs & made your stay memorable. I’m sure that our entire hotel ambassadors enjoyed catering to your needs as much as you enjoyed your stay. We are looking forward to welcome you back to Sofitel legend Old Cataract Aswan ensuring you another magnifique journey with us. Best Regards Mahmoud Fathy Guest Experience Manager

Amazing location and atmosphere

Lizzy Friends - 09/09/2021 Confirmed reviews ALL

Cannot recommend enough. The Old Cataract is beautiful, so peaceful, and has the best views of the Nile. Everyone is so nice, the facilities are great, and I loved the pool. Wish I had more time there.

Dear Valued Guest Bonjour The team at Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan are so incredibly proud to read your review. We are so thankful for you taking the time out of your day to provide our team with this exceptional feedback. It is great that you were able to benefit from the great & unique location of the hotel and the most beautiful views of Aswan. We are so thrilled to read of your enjoyable stay with us . Thank you once again for your truly wonderful review! The entire team look forward to welcoming you back very soon to Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan ensuring you another magnifique stay. Warm regards, Mahmoud Fathy Guest Experience Manager

Fabulous

Patricia Couples - 07/09/2021 Confirmed reviews ALL

Absolutely fabulous. A must when in Aswan. Old world charm and sophistication with all modern amenities, superb service and attention to detail.

Dear Valued Guest Bonjour Thank you so much for your feedback in regards to your recent stay at Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan! It truly is a delight to read that you have enjoyed your stay with us. We look forward to welcome you back to our hotel again in the near future. Warm Regards Mahmoud Fathy Guest Experience Manager

Experience The Best of the Best

Denise (. D. Solo - 02/09/2021 Confirmed reviews ALL

My stay at Sofitel was a dream come true. It was perfect. The hotel guest relations, lounge waiters and security personnel were very attentive, pleasant and friendly. The food was delicious. My room was superb. The location and view of the Nile River was breathtaking. Also, the hotel trimmings for my birthday left me in awe.

Dear Valued Guest Bonjour The team at Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan are so incredibly proud to read your review. We are so thankful for you taking the time out of your day to provide our team with this exceptional feedback. It is great that you were able to benefit from the great & unique location of the hotel and the most beautiful views of Aswan. We are so thrilled to read of your enjoyable stay with us . We are incredibly lucky to have such talented, passionate, eager and engaging team members throughout the Hotel. Thank you once again for your truly wonderful review! The entire team look forward to welcoming you back very soon to Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan ensuring you another magnifique stay. Warm regards, Mahmoud Fathy Guest Experience Manager

A+

Andrew U. (. Solo - 29/08/2021 Confirmed reviews ALL

The gentleman at the concierge desk made everything 10 Times better.

Dear Valued Guest Bonjour The team at Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan are so incredibly proud to read your review. We are so thankful for you taking the time out of your day to provide our team with this exceptional feedback. We are incredibly lucky to have such talented, passionate, eager and engaging team members throughout the Hotel. Thank you once again for your truly wonderful review! The entire team look forward to welcoming you back to your home again soon for another magnifique stay. Warm regards, Mahmoud Fathy Guest Experience Manager

beautiful historical hotel

Ринат Р Couples - 18/03/2021 TripAdvisor review

We visited this beautiful historical hotel. We enjoyed everything. Very beautiful room with beautiful Nile view. Quite and comfortable room, with beautiful balcony. Tasty breakfast on open terrace and great French restaurant. You feel like in Orient Palace. Staff is very friendly. And all measures for Covid are in place. There is no evening live piano music, but is missed.

Dear Valued Guest Bonjour Thank you very much for sharing this great review of your recent stay at Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan. We are thrilled that you have enjoyed your stay and certainly agree that our dedicated staff plays a key role to our guests' overall experience. The entire team works very hard to ensure that we deliver a high standard of service and a warm, memorable experience. We are also very pleased to read your complete satisfaction with the comfort of the room we accommodated you in and are grateful for your highlight on the beauty of our accommodations aimed at guaranteeing a memorable stay in our hotel. Again we thank you for this wonderful review, it has been a pleasure for us to read and we look forward to serving you again soon Warm regards, Mahmoud Fathy Guest Experience Manager

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