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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
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Luxury
5.0 star property
9.6

Exceptional

Timeless elegance on the Nile

Majestic and historical, this iconic property on the Nile offers breathtaking sunset views from spacious rooms with large balconies. Unwind in the luxurious spa, savour exquisite dining, and enjoy the enchanting ambiance of classic Arabic music at dinner.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

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Abtal El Tahir Street, Aswan

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

Room (Nile View)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Room, Garden View (Palace)

  • 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)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room, Garden View (Palace) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

Deluxe Room, Garden View (Palace)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Junior Suite, Garden View (Palace) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

Junior Suite, Garden View (Palace)

  • 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)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite, Garden View (Palace) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

Suite, Garden View (Palace)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Suite (Nile View)

  • 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 )

  • 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)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite (Palace Cataract Nile View) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

Suite (Palace Cataract Nile View)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Suite (Nile)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite (Sir Winston Churchill, Nile View) | Terrace/patio

Suite (Sir Winston Churchill, Nile View)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite (Agatha Christie, Nile View) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

Suite (Agatha Christie, Nile View)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Old Cataract, Aswan (Operated by Mandarin Oriental)

This smoke-free hotel features 4 restaurants, an outdoor pool and 4 bars/lounges. Additionally, a poolside bar, a snack bar/deli and a sauna are on-site. Housekeeping is available on request.
Old Cataract, Aswan (Operated by Mandarin Oriental) offers 138 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, bathrobes, slippers and bidets.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Old Cataract, Aswan (Operated by Mandarin Oriental). During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Elephantine Island. Enjoy features like 4 restaurants, 4 bars and an outdoor pool.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy French cuisine at 1902 RESTAURANT, one of the property's 4 restaurants and 4 bars/lounges
  • WiFi in some public areas for a fee
  • Valet parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Services include babysitting, dry cleaning/laundry and a concierge
  • On-site recreation includes a steam room, a sauna and sailing
  • Just a 3-minute walk from Elephantine Island and 4 minutes on foot from Coptic Orthodox Cathedral of the Archangel Michael
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
Old Cataract, Aswan (Operated by Mandarin Oriental) offers its guests an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a sauna. There are 4 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 4 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Public spaces have WiFi for a fee.

A 24-hour business centre, 3 meeting rooms, and limo/town car service are available. Event space at this hotel measures 474 square feet (44 square metres) and includes conference space. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the luxury Old Cataract, Aswan (Operated by Mandarin Oriental). An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. For a fee, parking is available.

This Victorian Aswan hotel is smoke free.

1902 RESTAURANT – This restaurant specialises in French cuisine and only serves dinner. Reservations are required.
TERRACE – This restaurant overlooks the pool and specialises in international cuisine. Open daily.
SARAYA – This restaurant specialises in Mediterranean cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Open daily.
ORIENTAL KEBABGY – This diner specialises in local cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

Awards and affiliations

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

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Limo/town car service
  • Valet parking on site (surcharge)
  • Limited on-site valet parking

Food and drink

  • 4 bars/lounges
  • 4 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • 1902 RESTAURANT
  • ORIENTAL KEBABGY
  • SARAYA
  • TERRACE

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sailing
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • 474 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (90 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 9 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1899
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 85
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 85
Express check-out available

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

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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Old Cataract, Aswan (Operated by Mandarin Oriental)

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 11 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 100.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 500

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Early check-in fee: USD 85 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 85 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 100.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Old Cataract, Aswan (Operated by Mandarin Oriental) offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation 24 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • One child aged 11 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is 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

Old Cataract, Aswan (Operated by Mandarin Oriental) Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 335 out of 388 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 388 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 388 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 388 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 388 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
AMAZING EXPERIENCE
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

POOJA

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool staff great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Claud

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonel, Gardnerville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotels. Good service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander, Kissonerga

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
*
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

amarjeet

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

zaiga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Sonny

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our room didn't have hot water for shower or bath, had to call guest service a number of times. Otherwise the place is lovely and staff were great
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

D conrad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazingly wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rajeev

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Egypt's best hotel

The only negative aspect was that was it was too short.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful

One of the best hotels we’ve ever stayed in. A real treat
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

renata, georgetown

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The views were the best
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Omar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

FEDERICO

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

sahar

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The best sleep I had

Best bed in Egypt
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024