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.

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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.

Breakfast info

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

Rooms with:

  • Landmark view

  • Terrace

  • River view

Private parking at the hotel


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  • 1 extra-large double bed

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.

Room
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
  • Hand sanitiser
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Max persons: 2
US$944 per night
Price US$3,219
Included: 12 % Service charge
Excluded: 14 % VAT, 1 % City tax
  • Exceptional breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 18 November 2025
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  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
Max persons: 2
US$1,091 per night
Price US$3,721
Included: 12 % Service charge
Excluded: 14 % VAT, 1 % City tax
  • Breakfast & dinner included
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Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$924 per night
Price US$3,153
Included: 12 % Service charge
Excluded: 14 % VAT, 1 % City tax
  • Exceptional breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 18 November 2025
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Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$998 per night
Price US$3,404
Included: 12 % Service charge
Excluded: 14 % VAT, 1 % City tax
  • Breakfast & dinner included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 18 November 2025
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  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
We have 7 left
  • 1 extra-large double bed

The spacious suite offers air conditioning, a minibar, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath.

Private suite
753 feet²
Balcony
Garden view
Air conditioning
Patio
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Terrace
Coffee machine
Minibar
Free WiFi
Max persons: 2
US$1,444 per night
Price US$4,924
Included: 12 % Service charge
Excluded: 14 % VAT, 1 % City tax
  • Exceptional breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 18 November 2025
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  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
Max persons: 2
US$1,591 per night
Price US$5,426
Included: 12 % Service charge
Excluded: 14 % VAT, 1 % City tax
  • Breakfast & dinner included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 18 November 2025
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  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$1,424 per night
Price US$4,858
Included: 12 % Service charge
Excluded: 14 % VAT, 1 % City tax
  • Exceptional breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 18 November 2025
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Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$1,498 per night
Price US$5,109
Included: 12 % Service charge
Excluded: 14 % VAT, 1 % City tax
  • Breakfast & dinner included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 18 November 2025
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  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
We have 7 left
  • 1 large double bed

Featuring a modern design décor, this suite offers a terrace with views of the garden or the River Nile. This air-conditioned suite comes with high ceilings and walls painted in warm colours. It has a flat-screen TV and a marble bathroom. Some units feature a living room.

Private suite
721 feet²
Balcony
Pool view
Landmark view
River view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Terrace
Coffee machine
Minibar
Free WiFi
Max persons: 2
US$1,459 per night
Price US$4,975
Included: 12 % Service charge
Excluded: 14 % VAT, 1 % City tax
  • Exceptional breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 18 November 2025
  • Pay online
  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
Max persons: 2
US$1,606 per night
Price US$5,477
Included: 12 % Service charge
Excluded: 14 % VAT, 1 % City tax
  • Breakfast & dinner included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 18 November 2025
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  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$1,439 per night
Price US$4,909
Included: 12 % Service charge
Excluded: 14 % VAT, 1 % City tax
  • Exceptional breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 18 November 2025
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  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$1,513 per night
Price US$5,160
Included: 12 % Service charge
Excluded: 14 % VAT, 1 % City tax
  • Breakfast & dinner included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 18 November 2025
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  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
We have 7 left
  • 1 large double bed

Boasting 1 bedroom, this spacious suite has 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower, a seating area and terrace where you can relax. The air-conditioned suite features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a dining area as well as pool views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Private suite
904 feet²
Balcony
Pool view
Landmark view
River view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Terrace
Coffee machine
Minibar
Free WiFi
Max persons: 2
US$2,194 per night
Price US$7,482
Included: 12 % Service charge
Excluded: 14 % VAT, 1 % City tax
  • Exceptional breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 18 November 2025
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  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
Max persons: 2
US$2,341 per night
Price US$7,984
Included: 12 % Service charge
Excluded: 14 % VAT, 1 % City tax
  • Breakfast & dinner included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 18 November 2025
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  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$2,174 per night
Price US$7,416
Included: 12 % Service charge
Excluded: 14 % VAT, 1 % City tax
  • Exceptional breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 18 November 2025
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  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$2,248 per night
Price US$7,667
Included: 12 % Service charge
Excluded: 14 % VAT, 1 % City tax
  • Breakfast & dinner included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 18 November 2025
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  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
We have 1 left
  • 1 large double bed

This spacious suite comes with 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. The air-conditioned suite features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as garden views. The unit has 1 bed.

Private suite
969 feet²
Balcony
Garden view
Landmark view
Air conditioning
Patio
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Terrace
Coffee machine
Minibar
Free WiFi
Max persons: 2
US$2,584 per night
Price US$8,812
Included: 12 % Service charge
Excluded: 14 % VAT, 1 % City tax
  • Exceptional breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 18 November 2025
  • Pay online
  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
Max persons: 2
US$2,731 per night
Price US$9,314
Included: 12 % Service charge
Excluded: 14 % VAT, 1 % City tax
  • Breakfast & dinner included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 18 November 2025
  • Pay online
  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$2,564 per night
Price US$8,746
Included: 12 % Service charge
Excluded: 14 % VAT, 1 % City tax
  • Exceptional breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 18 November 2025
  • Pay online
  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$2,638 per night
Price US$8,997
Included: 12 % Service charge
Excluded: 14 % VAT, 1 % City tax
  • Breakfast & dinner included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 18 November 2025
  • Pay online
  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
We have 1 left
  • 1 large double bed

This spacious suite comes with 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. The air-conditioned suite features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as pool views. The unit has 1 bed.

Private suite
969 feet²
Balcony
Pool view
Landmark view
River view
Air conditioning
Patio
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Terrace
Coffee machine
Minibar
Free WiFi
Max persons: 2
US$2,619 per night
Price US$8,931
Included: 12 % Service charge
Excluded: 14 % VAT, 1 % City tax
  • Exceptional breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 18 November 2025
  • Pay online
  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
Max persons: 2
US$2,766 per night
Price US$9,433
Included: 12 % Service charge
Excluded: 14 % VAT, 1 % City tax
  • Breakfast & dinner included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 18 November 2025
  • Pay online
  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$2,599 per night
Price US$8,865
Included: 12 % Service charge
Excluded: 14 % VAT, 1 % City tax
  • Exceptional breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 18 November 2025
  • Pay online
  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$2,673 per night
Price US$9,116
Included: 12 % Service charge
Excluded: 14 % VAT, 1 % City tax
  • Breakfast & dinner included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 18 November 2025
  • Pay online
  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
We have 1 left
  • 1 large double bed

Featuring 1 bedroom, this spacious suite offers 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower, a seating area and terrace where you can relax. The air-conditioned suite provides a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a dining area as well as river views. The unit has 1 bed.

Private suite
1884 feet²
Balcony
Landmark view
River view
Air conditioning
Patio
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Terrace
Coffee machine
Minibar
Free WiFi
Max persons: 2
US$9,219 per night
Price US$31,440
Included: 12 % Service charge
Excluded: 14 % VAT, 1 % City tax
  • Exceptional breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 18 November 2025
  • Pay online
  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$9,199 per night
Price US$31,374
Included: 12 % Service charge
Excluded: 14 % VAT, 1 % City tax
  • Exceptional breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 18 November 2025
  • Pay online
  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
We have 1 left
  • 1 large double bed

Boasting 1 bedroom, this spacious suite has 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower, a seating area and terrace where you can relax. The air-conditioned suite offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a dining area as well as river views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Private suite
1485 feet²
Balcony
Landmark view
River view
Air conditioning
Patio
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Terrace
Coffee machine
Minibar
Free WiFi
Max persons: 2
US$9,219 per night
Price US$31,440
Included: 12 % Service charge
Excluded: 14 % VAT, 1 % City tax
  • Exceptional breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 18 November 2025
  • Pay online
  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$9,199 per night
Price US$31,374
Included: 12 % Service charge
Excluded: 14 % VAT, 1 % City tax
  • Exceptional breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 18 November 2025
  • Pay online
  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
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Sustainability

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

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Guests who stayed here loved

Maria
Greece Greece
Spectacular view and location . Unique architecture
William
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The hotel, the staff, the facilities, the food, the views, everything, absolutely everything was perfect as expected. I cannot wait to go back.
Aimilia
Greece Greece
So beautiful, amazing building with so much character and history
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.

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 enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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

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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.