Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan 5 stars

Customer review rating (ALL Rating) 4.9/5 548 reviews

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Description

Hotel extras

  • 19th-century Victorian Palace on the Nile with cultural heritage

  • 5-star hospitality & An invitation to follow the footsteps of famed guests

  • Stunning infinity pool overlooking the Nile & sparkling spa indoor pool

  • Historical fine dining restaurants including 1902 & outdoor terraces

  • Therapies of ancient wisdom at Sofitel Spa & 24/7 fitness center

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Hotel location

Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan

Abtal El Tahrir Street
81511 ASWAN
Egypt

GPS:24.082139, 32.887508

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On site
  • Swimming pool
  • Pets not allowed
  • Restaurant
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Fitness center
  • Wi-Fi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast
  • Bar
  • Meeting rooms
  • Room service

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ALL Rating  4.9/5  548 reviews

TripAdvisor Rating  4.5/5  3,726 reviews

Certificate of excellence 2024

Excellent tour through historic Old Cataract hotel

TripAdvisor rating 5.0/5

Daydream61002074691 Solo travel - TripAdvisor review

I did not stay in this superb hotel, I was only here for teatime. But through lucky circumstances I was allowed to join a tour through Agatha Christie‘s suite with superb river views and famous Restaurant The 1902. The lady who guided us through the historic rooms was well prepared and very knowledgeable on history of the hotel and its famous guests. An excellent tour, participation is highly recommended!

Best place in town

TripAdvisor rating 5.0/5

Max M TripAdvisor review

Best place in town. The Agatha Cristie Suite is open for a quick visit (when free). Best Sun Terrasse wird best view. Very friendly staff. (useless text to fill 200 chars. useless text to fill 200 chars. useless text to fill 200 chars. useless text to fill 200 chars.)

A beautiful Hotel but disappointing

TripAdvisor rating 3.0/5

Hamilton9 Couples - TripAdvisor review

This is a very beautiful hotel with a host of history. It is split into the old and new with fantastic views of the Nile. Perhaps we had been spoilt by our nights on the Oberoi Boat but the service let the side down. We arrived at midday to be told our room wasn’t ready as checkin is at 3pm. We understand that however our bags were not available as they were with the porters and we were just left sitting in reception for an anticipated 3 hours. We then spoke to three different people and finally it was agreed our bags would be taken to the Spa where we could change and take advantage of the Spa or the pool It the transpires our room wasn’t ready and we took advantage of that. We then decided to have dinner at one of the restaurants which was by our building expecting good food and good service. The staff were inattentive and the food was just OK. We spoke to the Front Desk Manager the following night having ordered room service as we didn’t want another poor restaurant experience. Now I have to say the room service food we had was very good along with the waiter who delivered it. A complete difference to the previous night. The hotel as I said is magnificent and worth a visit. I hope the service improves as the hotel and guests deserve excellent service as befits both the brand and the hotel.

Must do - fantastic sunset experience!

TripAdvisor rating 5.0/5

Nia M TripAdvisor review

We had a glorious evening here eating a delicious afternoon tea with stunning sunset views. Everything about the experience was perfect - the staff were so friendly and welcoming, the food was exceptional and the location just gorgeous. Would highly recommend! The service from Asran and his team was superb :)

Legend yes. Could do better!

TripAdvisor rating 3.0/5

shroppers Families - TripAdvisor review

It has the wow factor. Stunning building and interiors. Totally sympathetic to the era. Rooms in the old part are totally in character. With small balconies. But then you have to look at the 1970s building. So stay in the modern block and look at the pretty original. Service is shocking. Too many people not doing what is asked. over priced. I’ve eaten a frozen croissant that’s more authentically French than this menu. Warm wine. Huge starter portion sizes. The modern heavy black crockery does not belong with the original fine white china And silver cutlery. Best thing in this restaurant is the genuine ballroom/restaurant of 1902 and the pianist. Shame it’s not a grand piano rather than an upright music hall variety. Breakfast is served in here. Buffet is better than the menu. Terrace lunch. Stunning view and position. Looks just as you would expect. 2 are gluten free. They nod to say they understand. Yet both had wheat based products in the food. Food is odd. Cocktails. It’s the perfect setting. But Prepare the wallet for a spanking! Pool. Lovely. But you might struggle to get in and out! Unbelievable-You pay for water around the pool. And even worse. It’s in a glass bottle! Kebabgy. By far the best place to eat. Great view. Stick with the grill-it’s fun. I think this hotel is resting on its laurels and living by its legend reputation. It deserves its reputation as a legend. Could do better. Grand piano in dining room. Better service. Change the crockery in 1902 to traditional white China. Get a French chef! Towel napkins in rest room not paper. Complimentary water around the pool

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