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9.4

878 reviews

Sofitel Legend Old Cataract

Sofitel Legend Old Cataract

Abtal El Tahrir Street, Aswan, Egypt

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Sofitel Legend Old Cataract

Welcome to the Sofitel Legend Old Cataract, a stunning 5-star oasis perched along the banks of the majestic Nile in Aswan, Egypt! With its lavish decor and historical charm, this hotel is the epitome of luxury and hospitality. Located just 0.9mi from the city center, you’ll find yourself in an ideal spot to explore the vibrant culture of Aswan while enjoying the hotel’s extravagant comforts. Prices start from $543, but who could put a price on the experience of waking up to breathtaking river views?

Spend your mornings feasting on a sumptuous breakfast before enjoying a leisurely day by one of the free swimming pools or indulging in the extensive spa and wellness packages available. The Sofitel Legend Old Cataract boasts an array of amenities - whether you want to unwind in the sauna, hit the fitness center, or let your little ones have fun at the free kids' club, there’s something for everyone! Keep your taste buds tantalized with delicious meals at the on-site restaurant or sip on a refreshing drink at the bar while soaking up the sun on the terrace.

Guests rave about their unforgettable experiences, giving top-notch reviews, and it’s no surprise why! From the attentive 24-hour front desk staff to the stunning garden and river views, every detail has been curated to guarantee a five-star experience. Whether it’s a romantic getaway, a family retreat, or a solo adventure, let the Sofitel Legend Old Cataract elevate your stay in Aswan to extraordinary heights!

As you explore the delightful offerings at the Sofitel Legend Old Cataract, don't miss the chance to dive into relaxation with two uniquely spectacular pools. Embrace the tranquility of the indoor heated pool, where you can swim in comfort, regardless of the season. For a mesmerizing experience, take a dip in the outdoor heated infinity pool that boasts an awe-inspiring view of the Nile, merging the horizon with the shimmering waters below. This enchanting setting is perfect for capturing that Instagram-worthy sunset while indulging in delightful cocktails from the poolside service!

When it comes to dining, prepare your palate for a culinary journey at the hotel's exquisite restaurants. Experience the romantic ambiance of 1902, where sumptuous French and European cuisine is complemented by the elegance of its traditional dining setting. For family-friendly vibes, SARAYA serves up a delicious mix of American and Middle Eastern flavors, ensuring every guest leaves with a satisfied smile. If you’re eager to savor authentic Middle Eastern delights, the ORIENTAL KEBABGY is a must-visit that promises to tantalize your taste buds and provide a true taste of the region.

As the evening descends upon Aswan, immerse yourself in the rich history and literary charm of the Sofitel Legend Old Cataract. The hotel is adorned with stories of legendary guests and literary figures, including Agatha Christie, whose namesake suite offers an unforgettable Nile view experience. Envision yourself sitting on your private terrace, sipping tea or a fine whiskey, as you reflect on the day’s adventures. So, pack your bags and embark on a memorable journey at this luxurious retreat that transforms ordinary moments into extraordinary memories!

Closest airports

Aswan International Airport

9.2mi

Most popular amenities

Spa/Wellness packages

Kids' club

Restaurant

Indoor swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Steam room

Sauna

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Tour desk

Terrace

Soundproof rooms

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Garden view

Patio

Landmark view

River view

Elevator

Playground

Garden

View

Free toiletries

Balcony

Bathtub

Rooms

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Premium, Twin, River View

1 Twin Bed

390 sqft

Balcony

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

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Offering a balcony with views of the Nile, this air-conditioned room features high ceilings and walls painted in warm colors. It has a flat-screen TV and a DVD player. The private bathroom features marble and has toiletries and a hairdryer.

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Sir Winston Churchill Suite Palace, Nile View, Terrace

1 King Size Bed

1485 sqft

Terrace

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SIR WINSTON CHURCHILL SUITE, The Palace, 1 King size bed, terrace, Nile view is 1485 square feet and includes a king-size bed 150-183 width.

Opera King Suite with Terrace and Nile View in Sofitel Legend Old Cataract

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Opera Suite, Nile View, Terrace

1 Queen Size Bed

905 sqft

Landmark view

River view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

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Experience luxury in our Opera King Suite with a stunning Nile view. Enjoy a spacious 904 sqft room with a terrace, free toiletries, and a cozy queen size bed.

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Palace Opera Suite, Nile View, Terrace

1 King Size Bed

970 sqft

Balcony

Terrace

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

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PALACE OPERA SUITE, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Nile View is 969 square feet and includes a king-size bed 150-183 width.

Palace Prestige Suite with One King Bed and Terrace - Garden View in Sofitel Legend Old Cataract

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Palace Prestige Suite, Garden View, Terrace

1 King Size Bed

755 sqft

Garden view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

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Indulge in luxury in our Palace Prestige Suite with a king bed, boasting a terrace and garden view. Spacious at 753 sqft, it accommodates 3 adults and 1 child comfortably.

Agatha Christie Suite with Balcony and View in Sofitel Legend Old Cataract

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Agatha Christie Suite, View, Balcony

1 Queen Size Bed

1885 sqft

Landmark view

River view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

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Indulge in luxury at the Agatha Christie Suite with a spacious balcony providing stunning views of the landmark and river. Relax in the Queen size bed or soak in the bathtub with free toiletries.

Palace Cataract Suite with One King Bed and Sitting Area - Nile View in Sofitel Legend Old Cataract

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Palace Cataract Suite, Nile View

1 King Size Bed

390 sqft

Landmark view

River view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

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The spacious suite features air conditioning, a mini-bar, a balcony with pool views as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath.

Luxury King Room with Terrace and River View in Sofitel Legend Old Cataract

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Luxury, King, River View, Terrace

1 Queen Size Bed

665 sqft

Landmark view

River view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

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Indulge in luxury with a spacious 667 sqft room featuring a queen size bed, terrace, and balcony overlooking the river - perfect for 2 adults and 1 child. Enjoy the breathtaking landmark view and relax in the bathtub with free toiletries provided.

Prestige King Suite with Terrace and River View in Sofitel Legend Old Cataract

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Prestige Suite, River View, Terrace

1 Queen Size Bed

720 sqft

Landmark view

River view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

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Indulge in luxury at our Prestige King Suite with a terrace and stunning river view. This spacious suite accommodates 3 adults and 1 child, featuring a queen-size bed, free toiletries, and a private bathroom with a bathtub.

Sir Winston Churchill Suite with Terrace and View in Sofitel Legend Old Cataract

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Sir Winston Churchill Suite, View, Terrace

1 Queen Size Bed

1485 sqft

Landmark view

River view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

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Indulge in the spacious Sir Winston Churchill Suite with a terrace boasting stunning landmark and river views. Perfect for 2 adults and 1 child, unwind in this 1485 sqft suite featuring a queen-size bed and a luxurious bathtub.

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Suite, Nile View, Terrace

1 King Size Bed

1485 sqft

Terrace

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

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NILE SUITE, 1 King size bed, Terrace, Nile view is 667 square feet and includes a king-size bed 150-183 width.

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Premium, King, Garden View

1 King Size Bed

485 sqft

Balcony

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

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Featuring high ceilings, this air-conditioned room offers views of the tropical hotel's garden and the River Nile. It comes with a flat-screen cable TV, a DVD player and a seating area with sofas. It also has a tea/coffee maker. The private bathroom includes toiletries and a hairdryer.

Guest reviews

9.4

878 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

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Breakfast

Featured reviews:

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Sabine

8.2

November 2023

I love the location and the hotel is beautiful! The views are outstanding. Nice people, clean beautiful hotel, the best one in Aswan, if you ask me. The spa is also great!

The staff is quite fast... My room service arrived after 2 hours, so it did for many of my friends ( the fastest was 1.5 hours). I asked for an iron to iron my clothes, and they brought a broken one after 50 minutes and 4 phone calls. And the quality of the food, besides the lentil soup, was a bit over cooked

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Tanya

10

June 2023

We're budget travelers who wanted to splash out for a night at the legendary hotel and we are so glad we did. The pool is fantastic, the staff very friendly and let us use the spa facilities before our check in time which, from a long, hot, walk from the train station was very welcome. The breakfast was delightful and the views 10/10. P.s. I think the staff are told not to accept tips as we tried a couple of times and seemed to upset people so be aware.

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Andrea

8.2

February 2023

Unrivalled location. Great history. Fabulous presentation and decor. Upgraded room. Staff were very accommodating.

Food quality did not meet expectations on all occasions - not to standard for this level of hotel. Main restaurant - 1902 - inaccessible due to dress code - so forced to eat at ancillary restaurants and outdoor in the cold as not enough indoor space for all dining guests. Mass tours taking over resort and disrupting peace and privacy. Tech in room very dated. No hot water on one night. Service provision should be more integrated to ensure consistent customer journey - staff working in silos - too little then too much service. Issue at check out caused unnecessary poor last impression.

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Hui

10

December 2023

Excellent stay at the prestige suite with nile view! I booked the suite for the first night as my original plan was to get on the cruise the next day. However, there was a mix up with cruise date and the suite was not available for the second day at the time of booking so I booked the king's room which was $400 cheaper than the suite. When I was at the hotel, the staff offered me the suite for the 2nd day without charging the price difference! All staff were very friendly, the restaurants are magnificent. Will definitely stay here again when I'm back! Make sure you get a room with nile view, I literally just sat at the balcony admiring the river the entire afternoon haha. Breathtaking.

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Janetsk

9.1

October 2023

We are well travelled middle aged couple. The hotel had one of the best views. We stayed in a Nile ile view suite. The suite had the most beautiful bathroom and spacious, and the view of the Aswan nile view. The pool area has the best view and the staff around the pool and the restaurants were wonderful. Not the same for the female reception staff.

The female reception staff-all of them have some issues. Thye are not helpful or personable. This was shared by other guests we spoke to. What is going on here? Are they not happy ? Or do they think they are above the guests. On the contrary, all the male staff could not do enough for you. The bath in our beautiful bathroom did not work at all The bath did not fill up and they could not fix it. What a shame.

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Karim

10

December 2023

The entire stay was amazing , all staff are extremely friendly and knowledgeable .We were lucky to meet Ms. Marvel who made our stay marvelous .Visiting this hotel had been on my list for 8 years after watching the famous series and i admit I wasnt disappointed . Make sure to dine at 1902 it is beautiful. The hotel is indeed on the pricy side , if you can treat yourself then it is worth it :) .One of the best hotels I had ever stayed in and I had been to quite a few luxury hotels .

The one disadvantage is that eventually you have to leave :)

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Thomas

10

September 2023

Besides the amazing history of the building itself, the customer obsession of the employees. The SPA was very nice. I like the room how cozy it was. Location is stunning with wonderful view. Swimming pool is well Services with nice team onsite. I enjoyed the Egyptian restaurant and the food was just delicious.

For me personally, I would like to see a broader selection of healthy food such as different seeds, nuts, berries, or fruits like mango or cut dry fruits. The same for the tea. I like a broad selection of different teas in good quality rather to get the standard teabag you find in average hotels.

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Eleftherios

10

March 2023

The Sofitel Legend Old Cataract hotel in Aswan is truly a gem of a hotel. From the moment you arrive, you will be transported to a bygone era of elegance and superb luxury. The hotel is situated on the banks of the Nile River and offers breathtaking views of the river and the desert beyond. The hotel's architecture and interior design are stunning, with beautiful art deco details throughout. The rooms are spacious and comfortable, with luxurious amenities such as plush bedding, high-end toiletries, and stunning views of the Nile. The hotel also offers a range of suites that are simply magnificent, with beautiful antique furniture and stunning views of the river. But perhaps the best thing about the Sofitel Legend Old Cataract hotel is the service. The staff are incredibly attentive and go out of their way to ensure that guests have a memorable and enjoyable stay. Whether you need help planning excursions or simply want to relax in the hotel's beautiful surroundings, the staff are always on hand to assist you. The guest relations arranged additionally a birthday cake for us during breakfast where the personell was so kind to sign happy birthday together :) Whether you need help planning excursions, booking spa treatments, or simply want a recommendation for a great restaurant in town, the staff are always on hand to assist you. They are truly the heart and soul of the hotel, and they make the experience truly special. Overall, the Sofitel Legend Old Cataract hotel in Aswan is a truly exceptional life time experience hotel that offers guests an unforgettable experience. From the stunning architecture and interior design to the exceptional service and dining options, this hotel is truly one of the best in the world. If you are looking for a luxury hotel in Aswan, then the Sofitel Legend Old Cataract is the perfect choice. Highly recommended! Will visit it definitely again!

nothing to mention.

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Joshua

10

May 2023

We got upgraded to a suite. It was absolutely amazing. I had stayed at the Old Cataract before and was already expecting an amazing experience...I was still blown away by how gorgeous this hotel is. The old world luxury is just seeping through the place.

That we only spent one night there! The only other thing is completely beyond their control...mosquitos in the garden terrace/pool area. This should be expected given that it's literally on the banks of the Nile. There really is nothing I would change about this hotel.

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Sevans

10

January 2023

I would like to say the pictures of the hotel are beautiful and great on the internet, but you have to experience this hotel in person. The wonderful staff from driving up to the hotel gates are amazing and classy. So where can I start with this dream vacation of me and my wife. The security team and Mr. Mustafa was courteous from the check-in. We later entered the beautiful garden and reception area and was greeted by Mohammed Khaled. He was the best and treated us well from the beginning of our visit until the last day. My wife became slightly ill on one of our day's visiting this historical hotel. He sent out help to retrieve the necessary medication so her and I can continue our dream vacation. It so many things to list but the great restuarant staff is top shelf. The great Chef Mr. Zackariya and staff entertained our taste buds with wonderful meals on our entire stay. We recommend visiting The Catarat Hotel and plan to visit again in the future.

We like everything. No complaints from us.

Points of Interest Around Sofitel Legend Old Cataract

Attractions

Nubian Museum

0.2mi

Philae Temple (Temple of Isis)

0.3mi

Elephantine Island

0.5mi

Unfinished Obelisk

0.6mi

Aga Khan Mausoleum (Tomb of Muhammad Shah Aga Khan)

0.7mi

Aswan Botanical Garden

0.9mi

St. Simeon Monastery

1.9mi

Nubian Villages (Siou and Koti)

2.1mi

Aswan High Dam

7.8mi

Temple of Kalabsha

8.5mi

Nile River

9.3mi

Kom Ombo Temple

25.7mi

Restaurants

1902

Cuisines

  • French
  • International
  • European

Ambiances

  • Traditional
  • Romantic

SARAYA

Cuisines

  • American
  • Mediterranean
  • Middle Eastern
  • Local
  • International

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly
  • Modern

ORIENTAL KEBABGY

Cuisines

  • Middle Eastern
  • Local

Pools

Location

  • Indoor

Features

  • Heated
  • Infinity
  • With view

Availability

  • All season

Location

  • Outdoor

Features

  • Heated
  • Infinity
  • With view

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of Sofitel Legend Old Cataract

Spa/Wellness packages

Kids' club

Restaurant

Indoor swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Steam room

Sauna

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Tour desk

Terrace

Soundproof rooms

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Garden view

Patio

Landmark view

River view

Elevator

Playground

Garden

View

Free toiletries

Balcony

Bathtub

Stay rules - Sofitel Legend Old Cataract

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property