Old Cataract, Aswan Hotel
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Overview
The perfect 5-star Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Hotel Aswan is 7 minutes on foot from the Nubian International Museum of Nubia and offers a currency exchange and a cash machine. Featuring a barbecue restaurant, this original-style hotel is nestled in a shopping area, a 5-minute drive of Elephantine Island.
Location
The luxury accommodation is located right in the centre of Aswan, approximately 5 minutes by car from El-Tabia Mosque and a 5-minute drive from the massive Unfinished obelisk. Places of worship to visit not too far from the appealing Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan include Temple of Philae.
Transport
For those travelling from afar, Aswan International airport is 19 minutes' drive away.
Nearby Attractions
This Aswan property also lies beside a garden. If you enjoy visiting historical places, Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Hotel offers good access to Aga Khan Mausoleum, which is nearly 15 minutes' walk away.
Rooms
The elegant units include a balcony and a dressing room, furnished with a high ceiling, and some of them face the garden. They are decorated with classical furniture. The modern bathrooms offer a sauna and a hot tub, along with a hairdryer.
Dining
Breakfast is provided in the restaurant. Oriental Kebabgy restaurant has a spacious terrace, and invites guests to sample Egyptian cuisine. This Aswan hotel features a piano bar that serves refreshing drinks.
Relax & Wellness
Leisure options include a fitness centre, a hammam, and a garden along with chargeable facilities like a summer terrace and an indoor pool. The Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan will also help you keep fit with fitness classes at a fitness room available on site. This Aswan property has a spa centre featuring a Turkish steam room, a hot tub, and sauna facilities. Corporate travellers will benefit from a conference room available on site.
Rooms & Availability
Palace Deluxe Garden View
Palace Garden View Room
Nile View Suite
Palace Nile View Junior Suite
Palace Garden View Suite
Agatha Christie Suite Nile View
Facilities
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Spa & Leisure
- Heated swimming pool
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
Facilities
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Spa & Leisure
- Heated swimming pool
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- ATM/Cash machine
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Children's Facilities
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's menu
Meeting Facilities
- Business centre
- Fax/Photocopying
Room Amenities
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Tourist attractions in Aswan
Tourist attractions in Aswan
Local sights
- 950 m 3117 ft Aswan Museum
- 610 m 2001 ft The Fatimid Cemetery
- 580 m 1903 ft International Museum of Nubia
- 1.4 km 0.9 mi El-Tabia Mosque
- 890 m 2920 ft Temple of Philae
- 860 m 2822 ft Elephantine
- 1.4 km 0.8 mi Elephantine Island
- 1.3 km 0.8 mi Animalia
- 220 m 722 ft Feryal Garden حديقة فريال
- 1.9 km 1.2 mi Monastery of St Simeon
Dining options
- 280 m 919 ft The Terrace
Frequently Asked Questions
"What spa treatments are available at Old Cataract, Aswan?"
The property offers massages, facials, body treatments, body scrubs, and hot stone massage at the onsite spa.
"What pool facilities are available on-site?"
An outdoor heated infinity pool and an indoor heated pool are available, both with pool bars and views of the Nile.
"What dining options does the restaurant offer?"
The hotel has three on-site restaurants: 1902, Saraya, and Oriental Kebabgy, offering diverse international cuisine and outdoor dining settings.
"Is there airport shuttle service available at Old Cataract, Aswan?"
The hotel provides a paid airport shuttle service starting at 50 dollars per way, suitable for up to two guests.
"Are there any special features for family or children?"
The hotel has a children's playground and a kids' club, both available free of charge, along with babysitting and children's menu options.
"What is the cost of breakfast and dinner per person at the hotel?"
Breakfast costs 24 dollars per person, and dinner costs 75 dollars per person.
"Can I stay in a room connected to another for family accommodation?"
Connected rooms include Opera suite and Premium room at the Nile wing, with some suites offering Nile views and the possibility of connecting with other rooms.
"What languages are spoken by the staff at the hotel?"
The staff speak Arabic, English, French, and Italian, providing service in these languages.
"What arrangements can the staff make for sightseeing tours?"
The concierge team arranges day tours to Kalabsha, Wadi Suba, Amada, and Abu Simbel, with details provided upon request.