Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan 5 stars

Name: Hotel in ASWAN - Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan near Nile - ALL
Address: Abtal El Tahrir Street, ASWAN, 81511, Egypt
Telephone: +201022229071
Rating: 4.9

Customer review rating (ALL Rating) 4.9/5 649 reviews

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Abtal El Tahrir Street, 81511 ASWAN, Egypt

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Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan

Iconic hotel, where heritage meets modernity

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.

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

ALLSAFE approved hotel

Hotel extras

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

Our accommodation(s)

Room

PREMIUM ROOM, 2 Single beds, Nile view

2 persons
36 m² / 387 sq ft

Bedding 2 x Twin bed(s)
Views: River side
Most of the accommodation: Terrace

Room

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

2 persons
45 m² / 484 sq ft

Bedding 1 x King size bed(s)
Views: Garden View
Most of the accommodation: Balcony

Room

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

3 persons
62 m² / 667 sq ft

Bedding 1 x King size bed(s)
Views: River side
Most of the accommodation: Terrace

Room

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

3 persons
53 m² / 570 sq ft

Bedding 1 x King size bed(s)
Views: Garden View
Most of the accommodation: Balcony

Suite

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

4 persons
64 m² / 688 sq ft

Bedding 1 x King size bed(s)
Views: Garden View
Most of the accommodation: Balcony

Suite

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

4 persons
64 m² / 688 sq ft

Bedding 1 x King size bed(s)
Views: River side
Most of the accommodation: Balcony

Suite

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

4 persons
70 m² / 753 sq ft

Bedding 1 x King size bed(s)
Views: Garden View
Most of the accommodation: Balcony

Suite

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

4 persons
70 m² / 753 sq ft

Bedding 1 x Double bed(s)
Views: River side
Most of the accommodation: Balcony

Suite

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

4 persons
90 m² / 968 sq ft

Bedding 1 x King size bed(s)
Views: Garden View
Most of the accommodation: Balcony

Suite

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

4 persons
90 m² / 968 sq ft

Bedding 1 x Double bed(s)
Views: River side
Most of the accommodation: Balcony

Suite

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

4 persons
67 m² / 721 sq ft

Bedding 1 x Double bed(s) and 1 x Single sofa bed(s)
Views: River side
Most of the accommodation: Terrace

Suite

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

4 persons
84 m² / 904 sq ft

Bedding 1 x King size bed(s)
Views: River side
Most of the accommodation: Terrace

Suite

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

2 persons
138 m² / 1485 sq ft

Bedding 1 x King size bed(s)
Views: River side
Most of the accommodation: Terrace

Suite

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

4 persons
138 m² / 1485 sq ft

Bedding 1 x King size bed(s)
Views: River side
Most of the accommodation: Terrace

Suite

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

4 persons
175 m² / 1883 sq ft

Bedding 1 x King size bed(s)
Views: River side
Most of the accommodation: Terrace

Hotel location

Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan

Abtal El Tahrir Street
81511 ASWAN
Egypt

GPS:24.082139, 32.887508

+20 102 222 9071

+20 97 2316011

ASWAN CENTRAL

Railway station

Access: 2 km / 1.243 mi 10 min drive

Hotel services

Check-in from 03:00 PM - Check out up to 12:00 PM

On site

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Our guest reviews

Very strange hotel policy

krisztel 9/26/2023 TripAdvisor review

We wanted to enjoy a drink with a group of friends. We were not allowed. It seems that outside guests cannot sit down and order whatever they want. There is a 500egp min charge, one need to pay that before ordering. We made the nice man from the restaurant very uncomfortable with our movement in the lobby. It seems without the 500egp voucher we cannot move in the lobby. It was a very very bad experience, never saw a hotel where quests from outside cannot freely enjoy a drink, but they are taxed in advance. Definetely has nothing to do with Egyptian hospitality and other historical hotels of Egypt. Mena House, Winter Palace we can walk in and enjoy the restaurants and cafes

Unique

Anthem49 Friends getaway - 9/25/2023 TripAdvisor review

Here on an OAT tour. Nice view from the veranda. Fair buffet. Good service. Good size room. Comfortable bed. Friendly staff. Needs some work but acceptable by Egyptian standards, as of this writing. No major problems. Good coffee and tea service in room.

Amazing experience! Thank you Moh

Christina C Friends getaway - 9/25/2023 TripAdvisor review

I had the pleasure of experiencing the Cataract Hotel in Aswan during an afternoon tea on their terrace, and it was truly enchanting. The setting, right on the Nile with a felucca boat gliding by, was absolutely stunning. Although we were on an excursion and stayed on our own private boat with a group of 17 people, our visit to the Cataract Hotel was made even more special by the knowledgeable and gracious Moh, who allowed us to explore the suite where Agatha Christie penned "Death on the Nile." This historic gem of a hotel is a testament to elegance and charm. Without a doubt, our next visit to Aswan will include a stay at the Cataract Hotel.

Egypt Retreat

Joey M 9/24/2023 TripAdvisor review

I lead a very special retreat throughout ancient Egypt. Having high tea in Aswan at The Old Cataract is always a special experience. I always ask for Moh— he is a very special employee, friendly and an excellent representative of the hotel. He bends over backwards to make sure our time at the hotel is special, including a tour of the Agatha Christie Suite.

Lovely Hoyel

Danny K. Couples - 9/23/2023 Confirmed reviews ALL

Short stay of two nights. Wonderful hotel. Our room was special. Appreciated the birthday cake.

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