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Old Cataract, Aswan (Operated by Mandarin Oriental)

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel in Aswan with outdoor pool and pool bar

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In the heart of Aswan, Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan offers a luxurious retreat. Unwind with aromatherapy or sailing on site, and indulge in French cuisine at one of the four restaurants. With an indoor pool and outdoor pool, sun loungers await you for a relaxing afternoon.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by guests
Top-rated by travellers

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Airport transfer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air-conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • Babysitting
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Business centre
  • Airport shuttle
  • Limo/town car service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
The current price is AU$864
includes taxes & fees
22 June - 23 June

Why we love this property

Work and play paradise
Central city hotel provides a 24-hour business centre and meeting spaces. Guests enjoy spa services and four bars for post-work relaxation.
Culinary paradise
Savour French and international cuisine at four poolside restaurants. Vegan, vegetarian, and organic local dishes available. Private dining offered.
Spa sanctuary
The hotel offers a complete spa with treatment rooms for couples. Guests can enjoy massages, body treatments, and relaxing amenities like saunas and hot tubs.

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

Room (Nile View)

  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, Garden View (Palace)

Room, Garden View (Palace)

  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

Twin Room, Garden View (Palace)

  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room, Garden View (Palace)

Deluxe Room, Garden View (Palace)

  • 53 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Junior Suite, Garden View (Palace)

Junior Suite, Garden View (Palace)

  • 64 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

Junior Suite (Palace Nile View)

  • 64 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite, Garden View (Palace)

Suite, Garden View (Palace)

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

Suite (Nile View)

  • 67 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

Suite (Palace Nile View )

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

Suite (Nile View Elephantine)

  • 82 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite (Palace Cataract Nile View)

Suite (Palace Cataract Nile View)

  • 90 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

Suite (Nile)

  • 138 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite (Sir Winston Churchill, Nile View)

Suite (Sir Winston Churchill, Nile View)

  • 138 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite (Agatha Christie, Nile View)

Suite (Agatha Christie, Nile View)

  • 175 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Map
Abtal El Tahir Street, Aswan

What's nearby

  • Elephantine Island - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Coptic Orthodox Cathedral of the Archangel Michael - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Nubian Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Unfinished Obelisk - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Aswan Bazaar - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Aswan (ASW-Aswan Intl.) - 32 min drive
  • Aswan Station - 9 min drive
  • Shallal Station - 21 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪King Jamaica Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Obelisk Italian Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Nubian Dreams Cafe - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Old Cataract, Aswan (Operated by Mandarin Oriental)

  • Located near a train station, Old Cataract, Aswan (Operated by Mandarin Oriental) is a great choice for a stay in Aswan. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at one of the 2 restaurants or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A poolside bar, a snack bar/deli and a terrace are other highlights at this luxurious hotel. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 138 rooms
    • Arranged over 9 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (12 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
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Parking

    • No on-site parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Private dining
  • Private picnics
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

  • Shopping
  • Sailing nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business centre

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1899
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Mosquito nets
  • An outdoor pool
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Waste recycling policy
  • No plastic soft drinks bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 90

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Free cot/infant bed

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Bidet
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Phone
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Dining

Pool Bar – On-site bar.
The Terrace – Overlooking the pool, this restaurant specialises in Mediterranean cuisine and only serves light fare. Open daily.
Saraya – This restaurant specialises in Mediterranean cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of the World.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 60 per vehicle (one-way. Maximum occupancy 3)
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 4 May 2026 to 28 February 2027 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Sauna
  • Hot tub
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimise noise and disturbance.

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 150 per night

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Aswan Cataract
Old Cataract
Sofitel Cataract
Sofitel Cataract Aswan
Sofitel Legend Old Cataract
Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan
Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Hotel
Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Hotel Aswan
Sofitel Old Cataract
Sofitel Old Cataract Aswan
Accor Old Cataract Aswan
Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan Hotel Aswan
Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan Hotel
Sofitel Aswan
Aswan Sofitel
Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan Hotel
Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan Aswan
Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan Hotel Aswan

Frequently asked questions

Does Old Cataract, Aswan (Operated by Mandarin Oriental) offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Old Cataract, Aswan (Operated by Mandarin Oriental) does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Old Cataract, Aswan (Operated by Mandarin Oriental)?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Old Cataract, Aswan (Operated by Mandarin Oriental)?

Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Old Cataract, Aswan (Operated by Mandarin Oriental)?

Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Old Cataract, Aswan (Operated by Mandarin Oriental).

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Old Cataract, Aswan (Operated by Mandarin Oriental)?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 60 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Old Cataract, Aswan (Operated by Mandarin Oriental)?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).

What is there to do at Old Cataract, Aswan (Operated by Mandarin Oriental) and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as powerboating and sailing. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Old Cataract, Aswan (Operated by Mandarin Oriental)?

Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants, featuring Mediterranean cuisine and pool views.

What's the area around Old Cataract, Aswan (Operated by Mandarin Oriental) like?

Old Cataract, Aswan (Operated by Mandarin Oriental) is in the heart of Aswan, a short 3-minute walk from Elephantine Island and 20 minutes' walk from Unfinished Obelisk.

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Reviews

Old Cataract, Aswan (Operated by Mandarin Oriental) Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The on-site spa offers relaxing massages and body scrubs in a romantic and opulent setting. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

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8/10 Very good

A great experience to stay one night in this hotel again p. The pool is great Breakfast excellent Service is great The views don’t miss those
Petrus, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Pool staff great
Margaret, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location on the Nile.
Margret, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Historic and grand facilities with excellent service.
aly, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel with friendly staff and of course the unbeatable view of nile!
HUI, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotels. Good service
Monica, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This is such a grant property with beautiful spacious rooms and the view is spectacular. The restaurants in the hotel are great. The staff is very courteous and helpful.
Rajeev, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The views were the best
renata, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I absolutely love this hotel, the staff, and the service. I will always choose this location when I am visiting Aswan.
Kimberly, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Grand it is in everway! Stunningly beautiful inside and breathtaking outdoors- loved everything- the spa is opulent and dreamy- food is beyond expectations and service is supreme
amarjeet, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I loved his hotel. I wished we stayed longer. Such a dreamy hotel next to the Nile River. Safe, Clean and staff was friendly.
Amy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

My wife and I stayed at this Historical hotel so look over the Niles, to experience a part of history, and also to enjoy a bit of luxury in a classy way. This hotel meets all of our expectation. About the only negative thing is that's a bit far from the airport, and haggling with the local taxi driver requires way too much effort.
William, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Magical setting right on the Nile! Beautiful and historic building, fabulous swimming pool and spa for relaxing (highly recommend Donya at the spa for massages and body scrub), fantastic restaurants (3), and the staff was so friendly and attentive. We spent New Year’s Eve and 6 days before on the property and it was a magical vacation. Visits of historic sites in the mornings and then relaxing by the pool in the afternoons. Perfect vacation
Ariane, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

In Agatha's footsteps

Loved the free tour to Agatha's suite and sunset view across the Nile from my balcony. Yummy snacks and incredible chandelier in my room. Having a bath was divine. Do it at least once!
zaiga, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Truly magnificent with spectacular view

Beautiful room with incredible view. Marina from Guest Relations was fabulous, organised a special cake for my husbands birthday which was most appreciated. Housekeeping and room service staff were lovely and helpful. Fabulous service from the bar staff. Gorgeous hotel full of history and beautifully renovated. We will definitely be back.
Vicki, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Iconic place filled with historical and majestic vibes. Everything was great. Food was delicious. The piano player at 1902 restaurant at dinner was phenomenal playing um Kalthoum and other classic Arabic music. Really memorable. The staff is polite and extra kind and gracious. The wooden stairs were not so clean and had webs at some corners.
sahar, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This is a most luxurious hotel with large rooms with balconies, huge bath. And the bed is the softest--like sleeping on a cloud. Love the public spaces. A gem to be found in Aswan on the Nile. The food was only ok. But the service was great. We had the most expensive martini I have ever had at the bar! $42! But I would still return if in Aswan.
Landon B., 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

AMAZING EXPERIENCE
Sonia, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect

Beautiful place, well managed, incredible location, we loved everything
Juan Andres, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing location
Omar, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was amazing!
Natalia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Luxurious hotel with a great value for money
Dirar, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This is a fantastic oasis with amazing staff! The hotel is beautiful and the staff are warm and helpful. I highly recommend this resort.
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property!
Anthony, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

One of the most beautiful hotels I've ever stayed!
Jorge, 1-night trip