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Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan

5.0 of 5
Abtal El Tahrir Street, Aswan, Egypt
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Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan
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Tenby, United Kingdom
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

We waited three years to stay at The Old Cataract due to the renovations. It was worth every minute of the wait, we stayed in the Old Wing (down the corridor from Agatha Christie's Suite) in the most stunning suite overlooking the Nile. On arrival our welcome couldn't have been better, Amira Gerges made us feel really special and made... More

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OldCataractManagemnt, Front Office Manager at Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan, responded to this review
23 May 2013

Dear Sir, Thank you for choosing Sofitel Legend Old Cataract for your recent visit to Aswan We are delighted to learn your positive feedback about your stay. We would like to sincerely thank you for your very kind words regarding our services. Your comments have been shared with our team which will motivate them to continue their efforts in providing... More

Berlin, Germany
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24 reviews 24 reviews
24 hotel reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

This is a truly magical place, overlooking the Nile and Elephantine Island. Make sure you get one of the suites in the historical main building - you will be blown away by the character and charm. Everything is beautiful and serene - yet it is a great starting point to explore Aswan or other highlights in Southern Egypt, including Abu... More

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OldCataractManagemnt, Front Office Manager at Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan, responded to this review
20 May 2013

Dear Sir, Thank you for choosing Sofitel Legend Old Cataract for your recent visit to Aswan We would like to sincerely thank you for sharing with us your feedback and letting us know about your recent visit. Exceeding guest expectations is our highest priorities and it is always gratifying to receive such praise. Your positive feedback has been shared with... More

Texas
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

We decided to splurge and stay at the Old Cataract for a night, and I am very glad we did. Our room was in the new wing, which had lovely views of the hotel, the Nile, and surrounding areas. Wi-fi in the room was excellent. The staff we interacted with were polite and accommodating. Were we to return to Aswan,... More

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OldCataractManagemnt, Front Office Manager at Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan, responded to this review
15 May 2013

Dear Madam, Thank you for choosing Sofitel Legend Old Cataract for your recent visit to Aswan We are delighted to learn you enjoyed your stay with us and really appreciate you took the time to provide us with your positive comments on the hotel and the service provided. Rest assured your feedback has been forwarded to the team which will... More

Dubai
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29 reviews 29 reviews
21 hotel reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

I'd like to start by saying I didn't actually stay at the hotel (it was on our list of possibilities but due to there being young kids in our group we went with the Moevenpick) but we had wanted to visit, so we took a Felucca to the dock for tea on the terrace. The greeting we received was less... More

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OldCataractManagemnt, Front Office Manager at Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan, responded to this review
17 May 2013

Dear Madam, Thank you for visiting Sofitel Legend Old Cataract during your stay in Aswan and for taking the time to write a review. We are really sorry to learn your visit was not up to your expectations particularly regarding the service and would like to apologise for any inconvenience caused. Rest assured your comments have been brought to the... More

Washington, DC
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194 reviews 194 reviews
24 hotel reviews
Reviews in 70 cities Reviews in 70 cities
49 helpful votes 49 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

How could anyone not give five stars to a hotel with fantastic appointments, wonderful service, multiple restaurants, old-world charm, and great views? The room put the Internet desk at the foot of the bed with a large chair. When someone sits at the desk, it cuts the room in two. You can't pass from side to side without laboriously moving... More

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OldCataractManagemnt, Front Office Manager at Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan, responded to this review
11 May 2013

Dear Sir, Thank you for choosing Sofitel Legend Old Cataract for your recent visit to Aswan and for taking the time to letting us know about your feedback. We would like to sincerely thank you for sharing with us your comments and have well noted your constructive criticism. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the... More

New York City, New York
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

I've stayed at many 5-star hotels but this was probably the best stay yet. I stayed in a suite in the new wing and it was supremely comfortable and decorated with a beautiful color palette. The staff was extremely attentive, friendly, and accommodating. I tried all 3 restaurants and the fish dish I had in the lobby restaurant was divine.... More

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OldCataractManagemnt, Front Office Manager at Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan, responded to this review
28 April 2013

Dear Sir, Thank you for choosing Sofitel Legend Old Cataract for your recent visit to Aswan, We are very pleased to learn you enjoyed your stay with us and would like to thank you for providing us with your feedback. I have indeed shared your positive comments with the team which will encourage them in their pursuit for excellence. We... More

London, United Kingdom
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19 reviews 19 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

The hotel and site iare marvelous: the foyer and reception area is very welcoming and the reception staff are all very nice. Our room was in the "new" building: amazing and we were upgraded to a bigger room. I would have organised the room differently (with the "living room" by the window instead of the bathroom) but otherwise it's perfect.... More

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OldCataractManagemnt, Front Office Manager at Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan, responded to this review
29 April 2013

Dear Madam/ Sir, Thank you for choosing Sofitel Legend Old Cataract for your recent visit to Aswan. We are pleased to learn you enjoyed the hotel decoration, view and service and would like to thank you for your valuable comments and positive feedback. Our Executive Chef has been notified concerning your comment on the breakfast in order to work on... More

London, United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

I stayed at the Old Cataract for three nights in mid-April. I chose the Old Cataract as a (dear) treat for myself and my elderly parents, who were in town for work. Let's start with what is fantastic about the hotel: a splendid location with jaw dropping views of the Nile, perfectly landscape gardens and grounds, excellent facilities (great pool... More

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OldCataractManagemnt, Front Office Manager at Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan, responded to this review
24 April 2013

Dear Sir, Thank you for choosing Sofitel Legend Old Cataract for your recent visit to Aswan and for sharing with us your valuable comments. We appreciate you took the time to inform us on what you experienced in the hotel and rest assured that your comments concerning the service have been brought to the attention of the department heads concerned.... More

UK
Top Contributor
68 reviews 68 reviews
26 hotel reviews
Reviews in 34 cities Reviews in 34 cities
46 helpful votes 46 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013

Perhaps I am easily impressed but I was. The foyer of this hotel is very grand and they may have changed the furniture but it's still pretty impressive. Your man will sign you in and once they have an imprint of your card it's off to the Nile wing (probably) to see your room. Everything you want - aircon is... More

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OldCataractManagemnt, Front Office Manager at Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan, responded to this review
19 April 2013

Dear Sir, Thank you for choosing Sofitel Legend Old Cataract for your recent visit to Aswan. We would like to sincerely thank you for sharing your valuable feedback. We have well noted your constructive criticism. Rest assured that I have shared your comments with the respective department heads who are advised to take action accordingly. We would like to thank... More

Cairo
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

It was my first stay AFTER the renovation, and what I found was far below what I experienced in my previous stays at the Hotel, far below my expectation of a "great renovation". No charm anymore, 90% of the antiquities have vanished, the breakfast and high tea food was poor, eating with stainless steel cutlery (where is the old silver... More

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OldCataractManagemnt, Front Office Manager at Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan, responded to this review
11 April 2013

Dear Madam, Thank you for choosing Sofitel Legend Old Cataract for your recent visit to Aswan and for sharing your valuable feedback. We are sorry that the renovation was not up to your expectations and have well noted your comments. Rest assured that I have informed the concerned departments regarding the cleanliness, Food & Beverage, service and maintenance issues you... More

 
 
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Also Known As:
Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan Hotel Aswan
Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan Hotel
Accor Old Cataract Aswan
Sofitel Aswan
Aswan Sofitel
Address: Abtal El Tahrir Street, Aswan, Egypt
Region: Egypt > Nile River Valley > Aswan Governorate > Aswan
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Fitness Centre Free High-Speed Internet Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#1 Luxury Hotels in Aswan
#4 Romantic Hotels in Aswan
#4 Family Hotels in Aswan
Price range (per night): $237 - $484
Hotel Class:5 star (5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Hotel Complex encompassing famous Victorian-style Cataract Hotel & adjacent high-rise New Cataract Hotel (1963). ... more   less 
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