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Sofitel Legend Old Cataract

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Scored 9.4
Rated superb

Excellent location!

9.8

Cheapest option at this property with free cancellation for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Palace Luxury Room with One King Bed and Balcony - Garden View
Price for:
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
Bed: 1 extra-large double bed
Free cot available on request
Free stay for your child
Free cancellation before 18:00 on 20 October 2025
Pay online
Breakfast included
We have 7 left
US$829 per night
Price US$2,826
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Sofitel Legend Old Cataract

Located in the Nubian Desert on the banks of the Nile, opposite Elephantine Island, Sofitel Legend Old Cataract offers elegant rooms and suites. It features outdoor and indoor pools. This Victorian building with the pink granite facade has modern rooms with private bathrooms. Each of the air-conditioned rooms is decorated with wooden furniture. Sofitel Legend Old Cataract has 4 restaurants serving international and oriental dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Oriental Kebabgy Restaurant has a terrace with panoramic views over Nile. The hotel’s 4 bars offer refreshing drinks. The Promenade has views over Elephantine Islands, while The Bar is an evening piano lounge in a classic oriental setting. Guests can visit the hotel’s spa and relax in the sauna, the hammam, or the hot tub. They can also use the fitness centre or enjoy massage treatments. Aswan International Airport is 14 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Sofitel Legend
Hotel chain/brand
Sofitel Legend

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

  • Top pick by families with children

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, American, Buffet

Rooms with:

  • Garden view

  • Landmark view

  • Terrace

Private parking at the hotel

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Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Palace Luxury Room with One King Bed and Balcony - Garden View
Price for:
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
Bed: 1 extra-large double bed
Free cot available on request
Free stay for your child
Free cancellation before 18:00 on 20 October 2025
Pay online
Breakfast included
We have 7 left
US$829 per night
Price US$2,826
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
Reserve
Don't worry — pressing this button won't charge you anything!

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Palace Luxury Room with One King Bed and Balcony - Garden View
Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child
We have 7 left
  • 1 extra-large double bed
Free cot available on request

Large and decorated with classic furnishings, this room features free Wi-Fi and air conditioning. It comes with a flat-screen cable TV, a DVD player and a seating area with sofas. It also has a tea/coffee maker. The marble bathroom includes toiletries and a hairdryer.

570 feet²
Balcony
Garden view
Landmark view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Terrace
Coffee machine
Minibar
Free WiFi
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bidet
  • Toilet
  • Sofa
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • TV
  • Slippers
  • Mosquito net
  • Telephone
  • Ironing facilities
  • Satellite channels
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Iron
  • Radio
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Carpeted
  • Electric kettle
  • Cable channels
  • Wake-up service
  • Alarm clock
  • Laptop safe
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Hand sanitiser
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$829 per night
Price US$2,826
Included: 12 % Service charge
Excluded: 14 % VAT, 1 % City tax
  • Exceptional breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 20 October 2025
  • Pay online
  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
  • Free stay for your child
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$976 per night
Price US$3,329
Included: 12 % Service charge
Excluded: 14 % VAT, 1 % City tax
  • Breakfast & dinner included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 20 October 2025
  • Pay online
  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
  • Free stay for your child
Max adults: 1 <br> Max children: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$809 per night
Price US$2,760
Included: 12 % Service charge
Excluded: 14 % VAT, 1 % City tax
  • Exceptional breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 20 October 2025
  • Pay online
  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
  • Free stay for your child
Max adults: 1 <br> Max children: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$883 per night
Price US$3,012
Included: 12 % Service charge
Excluded: 14 % VAT, 1 % City tax
  • Breakfast & dinner included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 20 October 2025
  • Pay online
  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
  • Free stay for your child
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Sustainability

This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
  • Green Globe Certification
    Green Globe Certification

Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Xuejiang
    China China
    “The service started from arriving at the gate and around you all along you stay. The hotel is very quiet especially at pool area. We can enjoy beautiful Nile views at any corner. We will be back.”
  • Alistair
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Everything, superb setting and ambience, wonderful staff, great facilities and overall a very good experience.”
  • Rachael
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Old style chic. Amazing location with superb views. The place oozed with history.”
  • Marie-claire
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “I read and heard a lot about the Old Cataract and it was my dream to go there one day, luckily it happened this May and it was one of the most magical experiences! The hotel, its facilities and views over the Nile are spectacular, providing its...”
  • Peter
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Building. History. Staff friendliness. Gardens. Rooms. What is there not to like. 11/10”
  • Narelle
    Australia Australia
    “The hotel was beautiful and the service incredible.”
  • Andrew
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The staff , the setting and the room were all perfect and were exactly as we had hoped. We had a lovely room with a terrace overlooking the Nile. Breakfast served in the fabulous restaurant was always a real occasion.”
  • Eric
    Belgium Belgium
    “TOP Room with view, dinner, breakfast, heated pool, management !”
  • Amir
    France France
    “Everything!! Exceeded my expectations by far!! Absolutely stunning and amazing?!”
  • Andrew
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Stunning old hotel with great location and history - stayed here a few times”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

3 restaurants on site
  • 1902
    • Cuisine
      French • International • European
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Traditional • Romantic
  • SARAYA
    • Cuisine
      American • Mediterranean • Middle Eastern • Local • International
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern
  • ORIENTAL KEBABGY
    • Cuisine
      Middle Eastern • Local

House rules

Sofitel Legend Old Cataract takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

New Year's Eve Gala Dinner on 31 December is compulsory at $500 per adult and $250 per child between the ages of 6 and 12.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Sofitel Legend Old Cataract in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.