Aswan
Sofitel Legend Old Cataract
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Introduction
Steeped in history, the recently renovated Sofitel Legend Old Cataract is Aswan's most famous hotel. Built in 1899, the hotel's Edwardardian and Moorish styled architecture inspired Agatha Christie to write 'Death on the Nile'. A stay at the Sofitel Old Cataract truly allows you to transport yourself back in time while enjoying the elegance of this luxurious hotel.
Location
The Sofitel Legend Old Cataract enjoys a prime location on a bluff overlooking the Nile in beautiful Aswan.
Hotel Facilities
Rooms
The Sofitel Old Cataract features 56 rooms and 82 suites, situated in either the Palace, reflecting an era of Victorian splendor, or the Nile, lavishly designed with contemporary elegance. Each room features;
- air conditioning
- mini bar
- satellite TV
- telephone with voicemail
- most offer a balcony or terrace, with a view of the gardens or the Nile.
Hotel facilities
Bank: Currency exchange available
ATM: Yes
Room service: Yes, 24 hours
Laundry service: Dry cleaning/ironing
Shops: No
Hairdresser: No
Beautician: No
Shuttle bus: No
Internet access: No
Business facilities: Yes
Other: Tourist information desk
Children
Children's Club: No
Babysitting: Yes, subject to availability and with prior reservation.
Food & Beverage
Board basis details
Standard board basis at the Sofitel Old Cataract Aswan is bed and breakfast, which includes buffet style breakfast in the main restaurant. Upgrade to half board to include buffet style dinner in the main restaurant.
Food & beverage facilities
The Sofitel Old Cataract Aswan features;
- Al Saraya all day dining restaurant
- 1902, the hotel's most famous restaurant, serving gourmet cuisine
- Oriental Kebabgy Egyptian Lebanese restaurant, located on the Nile and offering Oriental delicacies for dinner
- The Terrace, overlooking the Nile and offering barbecue food and snacks
- Promenade bar, which gently leads to the Fouad Corner, a gazebo used by late King Fouad for private dinners - - The Bar and Yasmin Bar & Lounge.
Sports & Leisure
Pools
Outdoor pool (heated in winter)
Spa
1200m2 spa with several treatment rooms, sauna, hammam, indoor pool and fitness room.
Special Offers
No current offers.
Customer comments
The information relating to this hotel is correct to the best of our knowledge. However, the responsibility for the accuracy of the description of the hotel and its facilities lies with the hotel, and we cannot be held liable for any changes or discrepancies to services or facilities that have not been brought to our notice.
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