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Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan

5.0 star property
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Exterior
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing
4 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; French cuisine
Couples treatment room(s), steam room, Turkish bath/hammam

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Gym

Explore the area

Map
Abtal El Tahir Street, Aswan
  • Nubian Museum
    5 min walk
  • Elephantine Island
    17 min walk
  • Unfinished Obelisk
    18 min walk
  • Aswan (ASW-Aswan Intl.)
    31 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Suite, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Suite, 1 King Bed, Garden View

  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View

  • 53 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Single Beds, View

Premium Room, 2 Single Beds

Premium Room, 2 Single Beds, View

  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for PRESTIGE SUITE, 1 King size bed, Terrace, Nile View

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

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

  • 67 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Palace Cataract Suite, 1 King Bed, Nile View

Palace Cataract Suite, 1 King Bed, Nile View

Palace Cataract Suite, 1 King Bed, Nile View

  • 84 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace, River View

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace, River View

  • 60 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for PALACE PRESTIGE SUITE, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Garden

PALACE PRESTIGE SUITE, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Garden

PALACE PRESTIGE SUITE, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Garden

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for OPERA SUITE, 1 king-size bed, terrace, Nile View

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

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

  • 138 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Aswan

With a stay at Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan, you'll be centrally located in Aswan, just a 5-minute walk from Nubian Museum and 12 minutes by foot from Fatimid Cemetery Main Entrance. .This family-friendly hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Elephantine Island and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Nile.

What's nearby

  • Nubian Museum - 5 min walk
  • Elephantine Island - 17 min walk
  • Unfinished Obelisk - 18 min walk
  • Aswan Bazaar - 3 min drive
  • Tombs of the Nobles - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • Aswan Railway Station - 9 min drive
  • Aswan (ASW-Aswan Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪دجاج كنتاكى - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪ماكدونالدز - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪كشري علي بابا - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪جمبريكا - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪قهوه الخياميه - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan

Luxury hotel with 4 restaurants and a full-service spa
Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan offers 138 accommodations with minibars and safes. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

An indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has 8 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Thai massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a steam room and Turkish bath/hammam.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Make yourself at home in one of the 138 guestrooms featuring minibars and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including an outdoor pool, an indoor pool, and a spa tub. Additional features at this Victorian hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Enjoy French cuisine at 1902 RESTAURANT, one of the hotel's 4 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 4 bars/lounges.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, limo/town car service, and express check-in. Planning an event in Aswan? This hotel has 474 square feet (44 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 3 meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).
1902 RESTAURANT - This restaurant specializes in French cuisine and serves dinner only. Reservations are required.
TERRACE - This restaurant overlooks the pool and specializes in international cuisine. Open daily.
SARAYA - This restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.
ORIENTAL KEBABGY - This diner specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Globe, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
The property is a member of Historic Hotels of the World.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request
  • Limo/town car service

Food and drink

  • 4 restaurants and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 4 bars/lounges and 1 poolside bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Restaurants on site

  • 1902 RESTAURANT
  • TERRACE
  • SARAYA
  • ORIENTAL KEBABGY

Things to do

  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Bike rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Motor-boating
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Private picnics
  • Sailing
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • A hot tub
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • High chair
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Banquet hall
  • Lift
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Library
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Conference space (474 square feet)
  • Meeting rooms - 3

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Garden
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Spa

  • 8 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment room(s)
  • Facials
  • Massage - deep-tissue
  • Massage - hot stone
  • Massage - Thai
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Turkish bath/hammam

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 90
  • Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)

More

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers
  • Biodegradable drinking straws
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Couples dining
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drinks bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Romance packages available
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Free cots/infant beds

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • LCD TV
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Free newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • LED light bulbs
  • Local maps
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Safe
  • Slippers
  • Soundproofing
  • Turndown service
  • Water-efficient showers only

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 85
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 85
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 100.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 320
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 160 (from 6 to 11 years old)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Early check-in fee: USD 85 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 85 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 100.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a security system
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa

Property is also known as

Aswan Cataract
Old Cataract
Sofitel Cataract
Sofitel Cataract Aswan
Sofitel Legend Old Cataract
Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan
Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Hotel
Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Hotel Aswan
Sofitel Old Cataract
Sofitel Old Cataract Aswan
Accor Old Cataract Aswan
Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan Hotel Aswan
Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan Hotel
Sofitel Aswan
Aswan Sofitel
Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan Hotel
Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan Aswan
Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan Hotel Aswan

Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 312 out of 360 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 360 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 360 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 360 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 360 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

renata, georgetown

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The views were the best
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Omar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

sahar

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Iconic place filled with historical and majestic vibes. Everything was great. Food was delicious. The piano player at 1902 restaurant at dinner was phenomenal playing um Kalthoum and other classic Arabic music. Really memorable. The staff is polite and extra kind and gracious. The wooden stairs were not so clean and had webs at some corners.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The best sleep I had
Best bed in Egypt
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samira

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margret

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location on the Nile.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Landon B.

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a most luxurious hotel with large rooms with balconies, huge bath. And the bed is the softest--like sleeping on a cloud. Love the public spaces. A gem to be found in Aswan on the Nile. The food was only ok. But the service was great. We had the most expensive martini I have ever had at the bar! $42! But I would still return if in Aswan.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

aly

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic and grand facilities with excellent service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ariane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Magical setting right on the Nile! Beautiful and historic building, fabulous swimming pool and spa for relaxing (highly recommend Donya at the spa for massages and body scrub), fantastic restaurants (3), and the staff was so friendly and attentive. We spent New Year’s Eve and 6 days before on the property and it was a magical vacation. Visits of historic sites in the mornings and then relaxing by the pool in the afternoons. Perfect vacation
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

HUI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel with friendly staff and of course the unbeatable view of nile!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Armen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Prasanna

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I stayed at this Historical hotel so look over the Niles, to experience a part of history, and also to enjoy a bit of luxury in a classy way. This hotel meets all of our expectation. About the only negative thing is that's a bit far from the airport, and haggling with the local taxi driver requires way too much effort.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely love this hotel, the staff, and the service. I will always choose this location when I am visiting Aswan.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved his hotel. I wished we stayed longer. Such a dreamy hotel next to the Nile River. Safe, Clean and staff was friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Truly magnificent with spectacular view
Beautiful room with incredible view. Marina from Guest Relations was fabulous, organised a special cake for my husbands birthday which was most appreciated. Housekeeping and room service staff were lovely and helpful. Fabulous service from the bar staff. Gorgeous hotel full of history and beautifully renovated. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A++Hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ferhat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
super
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Faith, Greenwich

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Old world charm with every modern convenience
We had a wonderful time staying in the Old Cataract Hotel. The hotel was beautiful, excellent amenities with very friendly and helpful staff. I would highly recommend staying there if you have a chance.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dirar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Luxurious hotel with a great value for money
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023