Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan

Having stayed many times before the refit, it was interesting to see the difference. The expansion and upgrade of the rooms in the Nile Wing is incomparable to the rooms before. The original hotel has been remodelled but the charm remains. The new grounds and entrance gate completes the scene. I will definately visit again.

It was an amazing stay in the Nile Wing. The room was enormous, the balcony comfortable with a great view over the Nile. The Oriental Restaurant seemed to open just for us... service was smooth and unobtrusive. There is a 12% service charge plus sales tax to take into account for everything at the hotel. But the shower...the shower was powerful enough to take my breath away. The only fly was that our room service order was not satisfied first time, I suspect a communications breakdown between the order taker and myself. Fair play to the room service waiter to recover the issue.

One of the best hotels in the world ! The view over the Nile if magnificent.

My friend and I decided on a break in January and booked 11 nights in the Old Cataract.We stayed a few times in this hotel but this is the first time since the renovation. We were pleased to find so many of the old staff still remaining. The staff are all amazing ,from the management to the houskeeping, all stars.We were blown away by thiere kindness and professionalism.The Rooms are elegant,luxorious,and spotlessly clean with the most comfortable beds. The gardens are beautifully manicured ,with beutiful views, The pool is heated and large. The restaurants all serve great food with a varied menue. Its a magical place and we are looking forward to our next stay

This is one of the finest hotels in the world. The old building is dripping with history and the Nile Wing has one of the best views on the planet. The service is old-world and the grounds are magnificent. Breakfast is under the palm trees, high tea is served on the famous veranda. The 1902 Restaurant is spectacular. Do not stay anywhere else in Aswan! The Old Cataract is a destination unto itself. The ghosts of Winston Churchill and Agatha Christie roam the halls...