Sofitel Legend Old Cataract, Aswan
Overview
Featuring 4 lounges, the appealing 5-star Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Hotel Aswan offers a location around 20 minutes on foot from Unfinished obelisk. Situated within reach of International Archaeological Museum of Nubia, the Victorian-style hotel has 3 onsite restaurants serving European, Mediterranean, and international cuisine.
Location
Temple of Philae is in close proximity to the smoke-free hotel, while El-Tabia Mosque is only 1.9 km from this place. You can reach the centre of Aswan in 15 minutes on foot.
For those travelling from afar, Aswan International airport is 18 minutes' drive away.
Rooms
The perfect Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Hotel features 138 rooms equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as a mini-fridge-bar and coffee/tea making facilities. Wooden furniture including a sofa and a writing desk are featured. Bathrooms come with a bath, a walk-in shower, and a separate toilet, along with a hair dryer and a shower cap. Guests can enjoy views of the river.
Eat & Drink
The luxury Sofitel Aswan includes an American restaurant and a snack bar. The restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine. The onsite bar with poolside views is ideal for a refreshing drink. Guests will enjoy a piano and a TV at the bar's oriental setting. This Aswan property is just a few steps from Oriental Kebabgy restaurant with its Middle Eastern dishes.
Leisure & Business
The Sofitel Aswan has a swimming pool and a fitness room. A day of pampering can include body treatments and facials, as well as visiting a full spa and a spa salon. Business travellers are welcome to use a conference room offered on site.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Paid parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- ATM/Cash machine
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Snack bar
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's menu
- Children's play area
- Kids club
Spa & Leisure
- Infinity pool
- Indoor swimming pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Turkish bath
- Steam room
- Jacuzzi
- Beauty treatment
- Massage
- Pool with view
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Recommended for:
High Tea at the TerraceGuests can enjoy a traditional English tea service on the hotel's picturesque terrace overlooking the Nile River, complete with scones, finger sandwiches, and pastries.
Nubian Cooking ClassesLearn firsthand about the local cuisine with the hotel's Nubian cooking classes, where guests can prepare and enjoy traditional dishes using fresh ingredients and age-old techniques.
Felucca ExcursionExperience the Nile River via a traditional sailboat known as a felucca, taking in stunning views of Aswan's landmarks and natural beauty.
Sound and Light ShowThis unique show tells the history of the Aswan High Dam and surrounding temples through music, narration, and lighting effects, available exclusively to guests of the hotel.
Nile CruiseTake a leisurely cruise down the Nile River on a private boat, with a knowledgeable guide highlighting points of interest along the shoreline.
Private Guided TourExplore Aswan's landmarks and historical sites with a private guide, tailored to individual interests and preferences.
- Cocktail-Making Class
- Astronomy Experience
- Spa Treatments
- Horseback Riding
- Artisan Workshops
- Yoga Classes
- Secret Garden Tour
- Wine Tasting
Location
Convenient Location
The Sofitel Legend Old Cataract is near Aswan Museum, Temple of Philae, and Tombs of the Nobles.
Cultural Neighborhood
The district is a cultural area with significant history, featuring Feryal Garden, Elephantine Island, and local markets.
Local Dining Options
Restaurants like 1902 Restaurant, The Terrace, and El Masry serve French, European, and Egyptian cuisines.
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants