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Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan
5 stars
Fr £223 per room night
General
Standing opposite Elephantine Island overlooking the Nile, the hotel is ideal as a base for exploring Aswan’s historical attractions. It is 20 minutes from the airport. From this hotel passengers left to board their ship in the film “Death on the Nile” and Agatha Christie wrote part of her book here. Discover sophisticated interiors by Sybille de Margerie in the historic Palace, a world of Moorish arches, ruby red chandeliers, plush Persian carpets, soft armchairs and hand-carved furnishings. Or step into 21st-century Egypt with the Nile Wings This is the location to be in Aswan. There is fabulous dining in the French gourmet restaurant ‘1902’. Promenade, found on a pink granite rock causeway with wonderful views towards the Elephantine Islands, is the perfect late afternoon, early evening bar. There is also a fitness centre, heated indoor pool and outdoor pool, and a spa offers a range of therapies.
Room Description
138 rooms are located in two wings- the Old Palace wing or the contemporary Nile wing. All rooms feature air-conditioning, minibar, plasma television, complimentary internet access and marble bathroom. Premium Nile Wing rooms have two single beds and stunning views over the Nile, Luxury Nile Wing Rooms are larger and feature a king-size bed, small lounge, and terrace and Nile views. Palace Luxury Garden view Rooms are elegant in décor, with high ceilings and a balcony overlooking lush gardens.
Activities
This is the perfect base from where to explore the sites of Aswan. You can visit the unfinished obelisk, Philae or perhaps take a felucca down to the botanical gardens. For the ultimate day out, take the short flight to Abu Simbel. It is a caleche ride to the bazaar where carpets, antiques, souvenirs and spices can be found. After a strenuous day, unwind in the spa, bathe in the indoor or outdoor pool or take a drink on the terrace.
Dining
Take tea on the rose granite Promenade, savour gourmet French cuisine at 1902 restaurant resplendent with its Arabian Dome. This is the home of French food and vintage wines. Other restaurants include the Oriental Kebabgy, offering grills or Saraya offering Mediterranean-influenced cuisine. Promenade, is a bar found on a pink granite rock causeway with wonderful views towards the Elephantine Islands, is the perfect late afternoon early evening spot to relax in.
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