What are the prices for breakfast and dinner per guest at Sofitel Legend Old Cataract?
12 December 2024
Breakfast is priced at $30 per person, and dinner at $75 per person.
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Old Cataract, Aswan - Operated By Mandarin Oriental, Aswan
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About the Hotel
Abtal El Tahrir Street, Sheyakhah Oula, Aswan 1, Aswan Governorate,
Aswan,
Egypt,
0,
Aswan
- Close to the Nile River
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Loved by Old Cataract, Aswan - Operated By Mandarin Oriental Hotel guests
"Perched majestically above a narrow stretch of the Nile, the Sofitel Old Cataract offers an unparalleled view of the river's famous cataracts."
"The Old Cataract is in a stunning location overlooking one of the most beautiful parts of the Nile."
"Loved the free tour to Agatha's suite and sunset view across the Nile from my balcony."
Suites and Rooms
Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan provides rooms and suites in the Palace and Nile Wing. Palace Luxury Rooms feature classic furnishings. The Sir Winston Churchill Suite includes hand-carved furniture and a private terrace. Rooms come with 24-hour room service and air conditioning. Modern amenities include complimentary WiFi, safes, flat-screen cable TVs, DVD players, and seating areas. Marble bathrooms feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Some suites offer butler service, garden or Nile views, and separate living rooms. Connecting rooms and cribs are available upon request.
Dining Options
The hotel has 4 restaurants serving international and oriental dishes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The Oriental Kebabgy Restaurant features a terrace with Nile views. Saraya offers Mediterranean cuisine with local flavors. 1902 RESTAURANT serves French cuisine and wine. Guests can relax at The Bar, an evening piano lounge. The Terrace offers panoramic views and a menu of dishes and delicacies. Yasmine, located by the pool, serves lemonades and smoothies. Guests can add canapés and Champagnes. Saraya offers traditional Egyptian appetizers, local meatloaf, and Mediterranean beef liver.
Leisure and Entertainment
Guests can enjoy an outdoor pool, an indoor pool, and a spa tub. Sofitel SPA provides massages, body treatments, and facials. The spa features a jacuzzi and an indoor heated pool open from 9 am to 9 pm. The fitness center provides cross trainers, treadmills, free weights, and Technogym Kinesis equipment. A personal trainer customizes programs. Recreational amenities also include body wraps, body scrubs, and hot stone massages.
Location and Transportation
Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan sits on a pink granite cliff, with views of the Nile. Elephantine Island is within a 5-minute drive. The hotel is 20 km from Aswan International Airport. Nearby landmarks include the Monastery of St Simeon (2 km), the International Museum of Nubia (0.5 km), and the Tombs of the Nobles (2 km).
Hotel Services
The hotel provides internet access, a conference room, concierge services, and babysitting/childcare. Room service is available. The hotel includes facilities measuring 474 square feet for conferences. Additional services include a visual alarm, smoke alarm, safe deposit box, keycard-operated door locks, and multilingual staff. The hotel supports underprivileged children and provides food for Sudanese refugees.
“Perched along the Nile in Aswan, this legendary property occupies a Victorian palace steeped in history. The hotel strikes a perfect balance between old-world grandeur and modern luxury, particularly with its excellent spa treatments and diverse dining options, including terrace views. It's the kind of place where stepping inside feels like entering another era, with a level of attentive service that makes it a standout destination.”
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Old Cataract, Aswan - Operated By Mandarin Oriental Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Palace Garden View Room Twin
2 persons
420 sq. feet
2 Single beds
Balcony
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Nile View Room
2 persons
390 sq. feet
2 Single beds
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Palace Nile View Junior Suite
2 persons
690 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Balcony
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Palace Garden View Junior Suite
2 persons
690 sq. feet
1 Double bed
Shower
Bathtub
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Facilities
Old Cataract, Aswan - Operated By Mandarin Oriental Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- 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
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
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's menu
- Children's play area
Spa & Leisure
- Indoor swimming pool
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness centre
- Turkish bath
- Steam room
- Beauty treatment
- Massage
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
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Dining Onsite
Sofitel Legend Old Cataract presents an enchanting culinary landscape, inviting guests to explore diverse flavors across its unique dining venues. From romantic dinners infused with French elegance to family-friendly meals brimming with local delights, the dining experiences here promise to captivate the senses and foster connections.
Old Cataract, Aswan - Operated By Mandarin Oriental Hotel Location
Abtal El Tahrir Street, Sheyakhah Oula, Aswan 1, Aswan Governorate,
Aswan,
Egypt,
0,
Aswan
Map view
Abtal El Tahrir Street, Sheyakhah Oula, Aswan 1, Aswan Governorate,
Aswan,
Egypt,
0,
Aswan
City landmarks
Landmark
Unfinished obelisk
1.1
mi
Landmark
Temple of Philae
3600 ft
Botanical Garden
Aswan Botanical Garden
1.2
mi
Monastery
Monastery of St Simeon
1.1
mi
Cemetery
Mausoleum of Aga Khan
1.8
mi
Church
Coptic orthodox cathedral of the Archangel Michael
3000 ft
Landmark
Animalia
4900 ft
Island
Elephantine Island
1.0
mi
Landmark
Tombs of the Nobles
1.4
mi
Landmark
El-Tabia Mosque
4800 ft
Museum
Aswan Museum
3000 ft
Island
Elephantine
3000 ft
Landmark
The Fatimid Cemetery
2100 ft
Landmark
Feryal Garden حديقة فريال
3000 ft
Landmark
Temple of Khnum
3000 ft
Landmark
Aswan Old Souks
1.0
mi
Landmark
Qubbet Al Hawa
1.4
mi
Landmark
Kitchener's Island
1.3
mi
Landmark
Russia Egypt Friendship Memorial
1.5
mi
Landmark
Pyramid of Elephantine
1.0
mi
Landmark
Aswan Sculpture Park
1.5
mi
Landmark
Nile Museum
1.5
mi
Landmark
Sharia el Souk
1.1
mi
Landmark
Jazirat al Malik
1.5
mi
Landmark
Salouga and Ghazal Nature Reseve
1.2
mi
Landmark
Gabal Tingar
1.2
mi
Landmark
Nubian Village
2.1
mi
Landmark
Show You Egypt
1.5
mi
Nearby
Museum
International Museum of Nubia
1800 ft
Restaurants
1902 Restaurant
1000 ft
Abtal El Tahrir Street Sofitel Legend Old Cataract
Explore Aswan
Local Experiences
Temple of Philae
13 minutes' walk
Ancient temple dedicated to the goddess Isis, renowned for its beautiful architecture and scenic surroundings.
International Museum of Nubia
7 minutes' walk
Museum showcasing artifacts from Nubia's history, featuring rich displays that highlight ancient Egyptian culture.
Aswan Botanical Garden
25 minutes' walk
Lush garden on Kitchener's Island, known for its diverse plant species and peaceful atmosphere perfect for leisurely walks.
Getting around
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 12 pm
Guest Parking
Paid Private parking is possible on site.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Breakfast
The hotel Old Cataract, Aswan - Operated By Mandarin Oriental serves a full breakfast for free.
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Italian, Arabic
Year renovated:
2011
Number of floors:
9
Number of rooms:
35
Former name
sofitel legend old cataract aswan
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback about Old Cataract, Aswan - Operated By Mandarin Oriental Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
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Pros
Breathtaking Nile views
Stunning architecture
Attentive staff
Cons
Slow room service
Guest reviewsbased on 2676 reviews
norman from united kingdom
Single
luxury king room terrace river view
3 nights in October 2025
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Reviewed:December 21, 2025
9.3/10
historical charm and great service!
historical significancereally good servicenile viewfun tour
This place is BEAUTIFUL!!! i learned about its history and i was in complete awe. mohamed abdellah, a server at the restaurant, was super friendly and took great care of me. he always had a smile. mr osama, the manager, upgraded my room. It had the best nile view, amazing!!! ms. shaze gave me a fun hotel room tour.
the cleanliness could have been better!!! i found some areas that needed more attention.
Facilities
9/10
the hotel features a beautifully maintained historic garden that surrounds the hotel, offering many visually striking areas. i saw many photographs of previous guests displayed throughout the corridors. the architecture makes this hotel very distinctive.
Dining
9/10
i had breakfast in one of the restaurants, and it was a great experience. the terrace restaurant provided a lovely dinner setting with superb views. the bar also had great cocktails.
Location
10/10
the hotel is strategically perched upon a cliff, providing amazing views overlooking the nile. sitting on the balcony, i absorbed the fine views, watching the nile life go by. the location creates a amazing experience. it's a gem.
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Ernest from United Kingdom
Single
Luxury King Room Terrace River View
5 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed:December 18, 2025
9/10
comfortable bedreally good staff
The bed was comfortable beyond words. i believe it was custom made! the food was AMAZING!!! peter and mr hussein in the restaurant were really good. I wish i remembered everyone's names.
i did not want to leave the premises, a very minor inconvenience.
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Questions of the users
About Old Cataract, Aswan - Operated By Mandarin Oriental
Are twin-bedded rooms available, or do you only offer king-size beds?
5 February 2025
Only king-size beds are available, but a sofa bed can be added upon request.
Can arrangements be made for day tours to local attractions such as Kalabsha and Abu Simbel?
22 March 2025
Yes, the concierge team can assist with arranging tours to those destinations.
Is there a heated outdoor swimming pool at the hotel?
15 April 2025
Yes, there is a heated outdoor swimming pool.
How can I get a PCR test done at the hotel, and what are the associated costs and timelines?
10 January 2025
The test can be administered by a lab representative at the hotel. It costs 2130 LE per person and results are delivered the following evening after testing.
How do the Prestige Suite and Luxury Room differ in terms of layout and views?
8 November 2024
The Prestige Suite features a separate sitting area and can offer expansive views of the Nile, while the Luxury Room has views from the bedroom only.
Can families with children be accommodated in your luxury king rooms with extra bedding?
1 July 2025
The room can accommodate an extra bed for a child free of charge if under 12 years; a fee of $100 will apply for guests aged 12 and above.
What is the cost of airport transportation to the hotel?
19 September 2024
The airport shuttle service starts at $50 per way for a maximum of two adults.
Are there connecting rooms available that offer views of the Nile?
6 August 2025
Yes, there are connected rooms available, such as the Opera Suite and the Premium Room located in the Nile wing.
What payment options are available for settling hotel charges?
25 October 2024
Payment is collected upon arrival at the hotel.Next best alternative
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