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Sofitel Legend Old Cataract

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 9.4
Rated wonderful

Excellent location!

9.8
  • River view
  • Garden
  • Swimming pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free Wifi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk

About this property

Located in the Nubian Desert on the banks of the Nile, opposite Elephantine Island, Sofitel Legend Old Cataract offers elegant rooms and suites. It features outdoor and indoor pools. This Victorian building with the pink granite facade has modern rooms with private bathrooms. Each of the air-conditioned rooms is decorated with wooden furniture. Sofitel Legend Old Cataract has 4 restaurants serving international and oriental dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Oriental Kebabgy Restaurant has a terrace with panoramic views over Nile. The hotel’s 4 bars offer refreshing drinks. The Promenade has views over Elephantine Islands, while The Bar is an evening piano lounge in a classic oriental setting. Guests can visit the hotel’s spa and relax in the sauna, the hammam, or the hot tub. They can also use the fitness center or enjoy massage treatments. Aswan International Airport is 8.7 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Private Parking
  • 3 restaurants
  • Spa
  • Fitness center
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Sofitel Legend
Hotel chain/brand
Sofitel Legend

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, American, Buffet

Private parking at the hotel

Availability

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Sustainability

This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
Green Globe Certification
Green Globe Certification

Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Jon
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We have always wanted to stay at this hotel and it fulfilled and exceeded our expectations. The room was beautiful in the Nile Wing with a fantastic view from our double balcony. The staff were consistently kind and we were made welcome...”
Karen
Australia Australia
“The buildings, the rooms, the staff, the service, the view of the Nile. Everything was just perfect!”
Eric
Switzerland Switzerland
“Beautiful property, well maintained and great front line level staff. Especially the pool staff, outstanding service. Great room and 5 luxury amenities.”
Suzannah
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The decor was fabulous and absolutely fulfils your Egypt fantasies The staff were very attentive and well trained The beds were absolutely out of this world Pool area great And the best view in Aswan of course!”
Rajarshi
United States United States
“Everything about this hotel is a dream come true. With a breathtaking view of the Nile, the property itself reminds of the old world charm.”
Khaled
Kuwait Kuwait
“Great hotel with history of 125 years accommodating kings and queens in the past. Great breathtaking Nile views worth the upgrade. Staff are great in reception (Mohra) and the terrace/bar restaurant.”
Christophe
Hong Kong Hong Kong
“Heritage and history, awesome views, unparalleled service, a lot of character, a unique atmosphere, let the Nile flow slowly and appreciate the moment”
Joemarcus
United States United States
“The best experience at Aswan. Specially love a worker named Marvel who helps us a lot.”
Natalie
Italy Italy
“It was a dream stay. What can I say.... if you like hotels steeped in history, spectacular views and you have an eye for the theatrical you couldn't do better. Dream come true staying here and didn't disappoint.”
Yahya
United States United States
“Fantastic view and room/suite size and amenities, service also nice”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

3 Restaurants On Site
1902
  • Cuisine
    French • International • European
  • Open for
    Dinner
  • Ambience
    Traditional • Romantic
SARAYA
  • Cuisine
    American • Mediterranean • Middle Eastern • Local • International
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Modern
ORIENTAL KEBABGY
  • Cuisine
    Middle Eastern • Local

House rules

Sofitel Legend Old Cataract takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

New Year's Eve Gala Dinner on 31 December is compulsory at $500 per adult and $250 per child between the ages of 6 and 12.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Sofitel Legend Old Cataract of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.