Aswan

Old Cataract Aswan

A Mandarin Oriental hotel. Rialto is a Mandarin Oriental Fan Club agency and can provide VIP access and offers.

From your private terrace at Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan, watch feluccas as they sail past Elephantine Island. Most of the 138 rooms and suites offer Nile views; choose from the original Byzantine-style historic palace or the lavishly contemporary Nile Wing. Regally perched atop a pink-granite shelf, this Victorian-era hotel has been extensively renovated with French and Middle Eastern decor while still maintaining its period grandeur. Choose from six restaurants and bars, including the signature 1902 restaurant, serving nouvelle cuisine under a 65-foot dome. The So SPA is a wellness temple in the heart of Nubia.

Abtal El Tahrir Street, 81511 Aswan, Egypt

About Old Cataract Aswan

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Most of the suites offer terraces with spectacular Nile views. Having a private breakfast with this vista is spectacular. –Maurice Padovani São Paulo, Brazil

In the hotel’s own words

Luxury hotel in ASWAN, EGYPT

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Enter the world of legendary people and stories. Indulge in the authentic legend and luxury personalized hospitality of Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan. The hotel is built in the Nubian desert on the banks of the Nile, opposite Elephantine island, majestically positioned on a shelf of pink granite overlooking the Nile. Behind its Victorian facade, the hotel retains its original beauty, receiving visitors in an historic lobby with polished marble floors and high, classic Islamic arches.

Rooms The hotel offers 2 different luxury experiences in which heritage is preserved in the Palace, 76 rooms and suites while contemporary elegance is lavishly designed in the Nile, 62 rooms and suites.

Restaurants At Sofitel, we have transformed conviviality and comfort into an art form. Our restaurants and bars provide the perfect setting for relaxing and socializing and offer refined French cuisine with the latest in fusion dishes from around the world.

Palms - A dazzling venue to count the glimmering sparkles of the Nile, whilst enjoying this pool bar and grill. It is the perfect setting for an inspirational meditation with a refreshing light tone items, served to your preference.Type of cuisine - International

1902 - The signature restaurant of the Old Cataract has marked the art of gastronomic taste for 12 decades. With its gourmet nouvelle cuisine, this venue creates a spectacular ambiance for its guests, along with a sommelier for wine service.Type of cuisine - Gourmet

Fouad';s Corner - A private dining venue for discerning guests, where King Fouad entertained royalty and dignitaries. Strategically located on the edge of the granite slab with a panoramic view of the Nile.Type of cuisine - Barbecue

Saraya - Dine all day and roam the Mediterranean port by fork at Al Saraya restaurant. Featuring an exquisite and mouthwatering selection of the Mediterranean';s finest culinary arts, presented through a specially-designed a'; la carte menu.Type of cuisine - Mediterranean

The Oriental Kebabgy - The gem of the Nile, offering Levant cuisine, featuring delicacies from Egypt, Lebanon, Syria and South Turkey positioned to become a premier dining venue with its superb terrace overlooking the Nile.Type of cuisine - Regional

Room Service - 24 hours, hot & cold dishes

Bars Promenade - The city gets more glamorous, with an afternoon walk alongside the riverbank while gazing at Elephantine Island. Relish the world renowned destination by witnessing the eternal glory of history with a flavorsome beverage or HighTea.

The Bar - Makes the night hard to define, either with malt whisky or just wine! It is a mood lifting spot for chatty friends or a romantic couple to enjoy a breezy night down the land of mysticism.

The Terrace - Where the sunset watching rituals are profoundly cherished and complimented with a unique view topping Upper Egypt. The Victorian-inspired venue features wide range of palatable snacks and cocktails throughout the day and High Tea in the afternoon.

Yasmin - For health conscious guests, the Juice Bar & Lounge bounds for balancing the natural assets of healthy nutrition into scrumptious salads and mocktails. It is an ideal energy-boosting meal post spa or workout session, or simply a pre dinner aperitif.

Meetings & Events

Unique meeting rooms are located either at the Nile or at the Old Palace,can accommodate up to 50 guests with luxury sofitel "inspired meetings" concept. Food and Beverage packages tailored to meet all requirements.

Spa & Relaxation

So Spa offers rejuvenating traditions from around the world where our skilled therapists create an exhilarating spa experience. So Spa also includes an indoor pool, Jacuzzi, hammam and gymnasium.

Destination Historic monument- Philae Temple-5.00 km, Tombs of Nobles: 2.00 km, Unfinished Obelisk: 1.00 km

Special tourist area - Elephantine Island: 1.00 km, Kalabsha Temple: 10.00 km, Nubian Museum: 50.00 km

Parks and Leisure - Kitchener';s Island, High Dam & Lake:20.00 km

VIP Hotel Program · Invitation-only

Mandarin Oriental Fan Club benefits, included

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Mandarin Oriental Fan Club is Mandarin Oriental's invitation-only VIP program, open to a small group of luxury travel agencies. VIP rates generally meet or beat the hotel's website rates and include the amenities below.

  • Daily breakfast for two
  • $100 hotel credit per stay
  • Room upgrade on arrival, based on availability
  • Early check-in and late check-out, based on availability
  • Welcome amenity

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Rooms and suites

2 room types, as described by the hotel.
Rooms
Size
1Premium Room
Next applicable upgrade category - Palace Premium Room
388 ft²
2Luxury Room
Next applicable upgrade category - Palace Luxury Room
667 ft²

Frequently Asked Questions

Does booking through Rialto cost more than booking with the hotel?

No - VIP rates under Mandarin Oriental Fan Club always meet or beat hotel's public, flexible rate, and provide valuable amenities and possible upgrades. Rialto also provides the hotel's non-VIP and corporate rates, so you can compare with full transparency.

What is the value of the VIP benefits?

Daily breakfast for two plus the $100 hotel credit come with every stay at this hotel - adding $100-200/day in value. A room upgrade could also be worth a substantial amount, in addition to early check-in / late check-out benefits when available.

How does this compare to other programs, like through AMEX Fine Hotels & Resorts, or Chase Edit?

Using a hotel's own VIP program may provide higher upgrade priority, additional VIP benefits and promotional rate offers, and a direct relationship with the hotel for special requests. Rialto offers more VIP hotels than any credit card program. In addition, Chase Edit rates can be substantially more expensive as they rarely run promotions whereas AMEX rates are often comparable but do not offer programs such as Upgrade at Booking.

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Yes. Connect Rialto to Claude or ChatGPT and ask for rates. You finish the booking on a secure Rialto page. Card details are not sent through the AI chat, so either you would approve the final checkout step and reconfirm all the information, or if you authorize your agent with Computer-Use permissions, it can fill out the checkout form as well.

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