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4.7 out of 5

"Beautiful setting in the Nile. A must if you're visiting Aswan. " More

By a verified traveller on Thu 12 Apr 2018

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
€352* Per night/room 6 May - 7 May

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

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Suite, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

PALACE PRESTIGE SUITE, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Garden

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

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

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Hotel Description

During your stay at Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan, you're just a quick walk from Nubian Museum. Free WiFi in public areas, 4 restaurants and 4 bars are available.

  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy French cuisine at 1902 RESTAURANT, one of the property's 4 restaurants and 4 bars/lounges
  • Take a swim in the indoor and outdoor pools or soak in the hot tub
  • Indulge with aromatherapy, body scrubs or reflexology at the spa
  • Services include babysitting, dry cleaning/laundry and a concierge
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym, a steam room and a sauna
  • Just a 5-minute walk from Nubian Museum and 12 minutes on foot from Fatimid Cemetery Main Entrance
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee

Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan ratings based on 3 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.7 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 5.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 5.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 5.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan

Everyone (2) Couples (1)
5 out of 5

Superb!

Beautiful setting in the Nile. A must if you're visiting Aswan.

Posted by on 12 Apr 2018

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Comment from Hotel Management

16 Apr 2018 by Mahmoud Fathy

Dear Valued Guest Bonjour! Thank you very much for choosing Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan. We very much appreciate your comments regarding your stay at the hotel. We are delighted to read that you had an excellent stay and enjoyed your visit at our hotel. It is always encouraging to learn that guests are satisfied with our service as it is what we strive for every day. Thank you for your kind feedback, and we are looking forward to welcome you back soon for another magnifique stay with us. Sincerely, Mahmoud Fathy Guest Experience Manager

4 out of 5
Sehr schönes renoviertes historisches Hotel. Personal uns Essen nicht ganz auf 5* Niveau

Posted by on 21 Dec 2018

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Comment from Hotel Management

8 Jan 2019 by Mahmoud Fathy

Dear Valued Guest Bonjour Thank you so much for your feedback in regards to your recent stay at Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan! It truly is a delight to read that you have enjoyed your stay with us. We look forward to welcome you back to our hotel again in the near future. Warm Regards Mahmoud Fathy Guest Experience Manager

5 out of 5

Exceptionnel

Sans doute un des plus grands hôtels au monde. Deuxième séjour en 6 mois, nous en revenons éblouis et n'attendons que la prochaine occasion d'y retourner. Et inutile de préciser que malgré les articles de presse, l'Egypte est un pays tranquille et sans aucun danger. Et la population merveilleusement accueillante, d'une rare qualité hospitalière.

Posted by on 15 Jun 2015

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About the Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan

Location Abtal El Tahir Street, Aswan,

Property Features

Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and an outdoor pool. There are 4 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 4 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour business centre, 3 meeting rooms, and limo/town car service are available. Event space at this hotel measures 474 square feet (44 square metres) and includes conference space. 1 hot tub, a 24-hour fitness centre, and a sauna are also featured at the luxury Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. This Victorian Aswan hotel is smoke free.

  • 138 guestrooms or units
  • 9 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 4 dining venues
  • 4 bars or lounges
  • 474 sq ft of conference space
  • 44 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1899
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar by the pool

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Number of indoor pools - 1
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities
  • Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
  • Playground on site
  • Free cots/infant beds

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Internet access in public areas - high speed

Transport

  • Train station: Aswan Railway Station (2.6 km / 1.6 mi)
  • Property shuttles: Airport shuttle

Room Amenities

Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan offers 138 accommodations with minibars and a safe. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, dressing gowns, slippers and bidets. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

  • Minibar
  • In-room dining (24 hours)
  • LCD television
  • Satellite channels
  • Coffee maker
  • Combined shower/bath
  • Cots (free)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Nightly turndown service
  • Newspapers (free)
  • Hairdryer
  • Safe
  • Dressing gowns
  • Slippers
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Bidet
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board available
  • Desk
  • Sound-insulated rooms
  • Climate control
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)

Food & Drink

1902 RESTAURANT – This restaurant specialises in French cuisine and only serves dinner. Reservations are required.

TERRACE – This restaurant overlooks the pool and specialises in international cuisine. Open daily.

SARAYA – This restaurant specialises in Mediterranean cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Open daily.

ORIENTAL KEBABGY – This diner specialises in local cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.

24-hour room service is available.

Nearby Activities

An indoor pool, an outdoor pool and Access to hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a 24-hour fitness centre.

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

  • Bicycle rentals on site
  • Playground on site
  • Motor boating on site
  • Sailing on site

Spa Services

The on-site 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.

  • Number of treatment rooms 8
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Body treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Facial treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Aromatherapy treatments
  • Hot stone massage
  • Deep tissue massage
  • Steam room in spa
  • Minimum age to access spa is 18
  • Thai massage
  • Reflexology
  • Massages

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time ends at midnight
  • Check-in time starts at 3 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

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. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation 24 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by noon

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 11 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 100.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Pet Policy

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan

Policies

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

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a security system in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels) guidelines.

  • One child stays free
  • Humane animal treatment
  • Car required
  • Sustainability/community reinvestment (10% revenue or more)
  • Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is not available
  • Security system
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of Intertek Cristal (3rd party expert - Global)
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are not compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities on-site
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is available to guests
  • Masks are available to guests
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Gloves are available to guests
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Children stay free - maximum age 11
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitisation guidelines ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available
  • Children stay free
  • Service animals not allowed
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for lunch
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for dinner
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available through room service
  • Debit cards
  • Gap period enforced between guest stays - 48 hours

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • 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

You should know

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child aged 11 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Awards & Affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Globe – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage and the local economy.

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of the World.

  • Green Globe
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