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Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan

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4 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; French cuisine
Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace, River View (Sir Winston Churchill Suite. Palace) | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds
4 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; French cuisine
Palace Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Room service
$570
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14

Explore the area

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Abtal El Tahir Street, Aswan
  • Nubian Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Elephantine Island
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Unfinished Obelisk
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Aswan (ASW-Aswan Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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

Palace Cataract Suite, 1 King Bed, Garden View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Palace Cataract Suite, 1 King Bed, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Palace Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 570 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 2 Twin Beds | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Premium Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace, River View (Sir Winston Churchill Suite. Palace) | Living room | LCD TV

Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace, River View (Sir Winston Churchill Suite. Palace)

  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace, River View (Palace Opera Suite)

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace, River View (Palace Opera Suite)

  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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PRESTIGE SUITE, 1 King size bed, Terrace, Nile View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 721 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace, River View (Palace Prestige Suite)

  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Palace Cataract Suite, 1 King Bed, Nile View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Palace Cataract Suite, 1 King Bed, Nile View

  • 904 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Nile River View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Nile River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 646 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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PALACE PRESTIGE SUITE, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Garden | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

PALACE PRESTIGE SUITE, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Garden

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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OPERA SUITE, 1 king-size bed, terrace, Nile View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

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

  • 1485 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View (Agatha Christie. Palace)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View (Agatha Christie. Palace) | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View (Agatha Christie. Palace)

  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

Palace Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Palace Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Garden View (Palace Opera Suite)

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Garden View (Palace Opera Suite)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan

5-star Aswan hotel with coffee shop/cafe
4 restaurants, a full-service spa, and an indoor pool are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, an outdoor pool, 4 bars/lounges, and a 24-hour fitness center are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan offers 138 accommodations with minibars and safes. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 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 hot 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.

In addition to a full-service spa, Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan features an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Dining is available at one of the hotel's 4 restaurants and guests can grab coffee at the coffee shop/café. The property also has a snack bar/deli. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the hotel's bars, which include 4 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access.

Business amenities at this 5-star property consist of a 24-hour business center, 3 meeting rooms, and limo/town car service. Event facilities measuring 474 square feet (44 square meters) include conference space. This Victorian hotel also offers a hot tub, a 24-hour fitness center, and a sauna. For a surcharge, an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is offered to guests.

Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan is a smoke-free property.

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.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Limo/town car service

Food and drink

  • 4 bars/lounges
  • 4 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • 1902 RESTAURANT
  • ORIENTAL KEBABGY
  • SARAYA
  • TERRACE

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sailing
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • High chair
  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • 474 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • 8 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Thai massages
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 9 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1899
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

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 at the property
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

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 (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 320
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) 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 smoke detector and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. 329 out of 379 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 379 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 379 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 379 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 379 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Claud

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonel, Gardnerville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotels. Good service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander, Kissonerga

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
*
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

amarjeet

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Grand it is in everway! Stunningly beautiful inside and breathtaking outdoors- loved everything- the spa is opulent and dreamy- food is beyond expectations and service is supreme
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

zaiga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

In Agatha's footsteps

Loved the free tour to Agatha's suite and sunset view across the Nile from my balcony. Yummy snacks and incredible chandelier in my room. Having a bath was divine. Do it at least once!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Sonny

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our room didn't have hot water for shower or bath, had to call guest service a number of times. Otherwise the place is lovely and staff were great
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

D conrad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazingly wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rajeev

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is such a grant property with beautiful spacious rooms and the view is spectacular. The restaurants in the hotel are great. The staff is very courteous and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Egypt's best hotel

The only negative aspect was that was it was too short.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful

One of the best hotels we’ve ever stayed in. A real treat
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

renata, georgetown

Traveled 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

FEDERICO

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

sahar

Traveled 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

FEDERICO

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

FEDERICO

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margret

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