Located on Aswan’s highest hill, Hotel Basma offers unique views over the River Nile. It features a terraced garden and pool deck. The Nubian Museum is right across the property.
Located in the Nubian Desert on the banks of the Nile, opposite Elephantine Island, Sofitel Legend Old Cataract offers elegant rooms and suites. It features outdoor and indoor pools.
Kirk
United States of America
A Stay at the Legendary Sofitel Old Cataract in Aswan
In mid-October, my wife and I had the pleasure of spending a week at the Sofitel Old Cataract in Aswan, Egypt. To call this hotel remarkable would be an understatement—it is one of the most compelling places I’ve ever had the privilege to stay.
Perched majestically above a narrow stretch of the Nile, the Sofitel Old Cataract offers an unparalleled view of the river’s famous cataracts—those ancient, rugged boulders that disrupt the water’s flow. From nearly every corner of the hotel—the restaurant, the lounge, the pool, and many rooms—you are treated to vistas that include Elephantine Island, a site inhabited by humans for over 6,000 years. The island, with its Nubian village, is just a short felucca ride away, and the hotel conveniently has its own dock for those looking to explore the river and its surroundings. Across the Nile, ancient tombs carved into the cliffs of Aswan’s west bank are easily accessible, offering a seamless blend of luxury and history.
The Sofitel Old Cataract itself is steeped in history. Built over a century ago, the hotel exudes the grandeur of the British colonial era. Its stately architecture and interior design transport you to a bygone age. One of the restaurants has been preserved as it was in the 1930s, allowing guests to dine in the very setting where Churchill once sat. The hotel honors its rich heritage through suites named after its famous guests. Agatha Christie famously wrote Death on the Nile while staying here, and while her suite is primarily available for tours, its presence adds to the sense of historical reverence that defines this property.
Our room was a masterpiece of elegance and comfort—spacious, with high ceilings, large windows, and thoughtfully designed appointments. Every detail was perfectly curated to provide both a sense of grandeur and the modern amenities one would expect from a five-star hotel.
The pool deserves special mention.
Located in Aswan, 12 miles from Aga Khan Mausoleum, Kato Dool Wellness Resort provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.
Sunny
Canada
Amazing property, beautiful view from the property and very clean. Very friendly people.
Located on the Nile River in the downtown, Tolip Aswan Hotel offers views of the Nile. It features a fully equipped gym, a table tennis and various entertainments options such as bowling and cinema.
Located in Aswan, 11 miles from Aga Khan Mausoleum, Fenti Nubian Resort provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.
Laila
Canada
Although facing the Nile, I didn’t enjoy my stay at all
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