Sofitel Old Cataract

This hotel is famous for being famous.

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Approached by a horseshoe shaped driveway, the hotel has a real old colonial feel with fantastic attention to detail. Old wooden shutters adorn the high windows and the feeling of class is quite obvious.

There is a small reception area and a very comfortable lobby with sumptuous furniture and soft furnishings.

This appealing hotel lies on the bank of the Nile and offers guests a stunning view of Elephantine Island. Public transport departs from a stop located some 2 km away. The centre of Assuan is 15 minutes from the hotel.

Built in 1899, this hotel is spread over 3 floors and comprises a total of 123 rooms of which 8 are suites. The hotel welcomes guests in the lobby with its 24-hour reception desk. Culinary options include a bar and a restaurant.

Room service, Heated swimming pool, Table tennis, Billiards/Snooker, Exchange facilities. Conference room capacity: up to 60 persons.

Opened 1889. Renovations 1989.

NB. Hotel is closed for renovation work & will open back on 2010 (not sure).

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