Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan

We had a wonderful vacation at this hotel! The windows are so large plus they open which is important to me as I am sensitive to fragrances. There is also a splendid balcony with even more fresh air. Nour gave us a very informative tour of Winston Churchill's and Agatha Christie's former suites. One of the many highlights of our stay. The grounds, views and the glorious infinity pool were special, also.

The hotel has an impressive outlook with a grand hall, ornate library, well proportioned rooms and restaurants. The hotel is esquisite with ornate chandeliers and decoration reflecting its history. We had a tour of hotel whixh was informative and the guide was excellent. We arrived early before the official check in time but found the guest relation lady quite cold and not particularly welcoming. She stood over us and gave minimal information - this was in contrast to the waiter who brought us a welcoming drink and was most kind. The spa is beautiful but we were disappointed that the jacuzzi is not included in the stay and separate booking is required - for a hotel such as this we found this below standard. We attended two restaurants - the Suraya is a restaurant serving international food whxih was excellent - the Kebabgy serves Egyptian food and we would advise to avoid. The chicken taouk was OK but the other chicken dish was inedible - the waiter was unaware how to make tea and then another waiter managed to drop a whole tray of cooked food for another customer - the manager explained that these things happen but the issue was that they failed to clean the mess in a timely fashion - it was odd watching other waiters slalom around the mess. The manager was extremely apologetic about our whole experience but our appetite was certainly dampened. We had booked a suite whxih was very comfortable and would recommend but the level of service provided for the room was below standard (for example glasses and crockery not replaced after use; turn down done at 4-5pm !!!) All in all an average stay and certainly we left feeling that the stay was not worth it

The Old Cataract hotel is steeped in history, full of charm. Superbly located on the cliffs. We had a premier room in the old building which we recommend. The pool area is great, the gym has all you need. The staff make the place, especially those at 1902, both for breakfast and dinner. Monsour and the team are friendly and professional, the piano player in the evening terrific. In general, nothing was too much trouble, including the communications team. If you're after a character hotel experience, this is for you!

We were not staying at the hotel but their bar is a great place to enjoy a high tea or cocktails at sunset. It offers a very comfortable terrace and the views are really beautiful! Many thanks to the bar manager, Hedra, for taking such good care of us!

we didn't sleep at the hotel just dinner. Hotel is beautiful, legendary and worth the fame. My agency messed up a bit our dinner reservation, fortunately restaurant manager was absolutely fantastic! HE PERSONALLY TOOK CARE OF US. arranged everything to make our visit nice. Thank you sir! I will always remember it. hope to come back one day to spend more time there. Absolutely fantastic place. I just read Death on the Nile again.