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    • sue_stone
  • By sue_stone on February 1, 2005
    • The Old Cataract Hotel - Aswan
    The Old Cataract Hotel
    by sue_stone
    Unfortunately we didn't stay at the Old Cataract Hotel, but I wanted to mention it here as it is an Aswan institution.

    It sit on a cliff looking over the Nile, and has been in operation since 1899.

    Although always the toast of Aswan, it was made even more famous by its inclusion in the 1978 Agatha Christie movie "Death on the Nile".

    The main draw card for me would have to be its fabulous location. Would love to have a drink in the bar and watch the sunset.

  • Theme: Hotel
  • Phone: (+20) 97 2316000
  • Directions: Half way up the hill, towards the Nubian Museum.
  • Website: http://www.sofitel.com/sofitel/fichehotel/gb/sof/resort/1666/fiche_hotel.shtml
  • Other Contact: H1666@accor-hotels.com
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    • ATXtraveler
  • Updated By ATXtraveler on January 4, 2005
    • Old Cataract Hotel from the Nile - Aswan
    Old Cataract Hotel from the
    Nile
    by ATXtraveler
    This was a beautiful hotel in Aswan, that was made famous by the Agatha Christie book, Death on the Nile.

    Although we only saw this from our felluca, you could definitely tell this was one of the higher end hotels in Aswan.

    Wonderful view of the Nile... great outside patio area...

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    Sofitel Old Cataract: Old Cataract Hotel - Egypt’s most famous hotel    Check Rates
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    • Diana75
  • By Diana75 on November 1, 2005
    • Old Cataract Hotel - Aswan
    Old Cataract Hotel
    by Diana75
    The Old Cataract Hotel is one of Egypt’s most famous hotels.
    Built on the rocks of the first Nile cataract this is the place where the famous writer Agatha Christie wrote “Dead on the Nile”.
    She used to stay on the balcony over the entrance and drink something while admiring the sunset.
    On the terrace covered today, she used to write her novel.
    This was also the hotel where Winston Churchill stayed during his trip to Aswan for inaugurating the Old Dam built by British.

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    Sofitel Old Cataract: Aswan's most historic hotel    Check Rates
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    • Tijavi
  • By Tijavi on June 30, 2007
    • Old Cataract Hotel - Aswan
    Old Cataract Hotel
    by Tijavi
    Now managed by the Sofitel chain (part of the Accor group), the Old Cataract Hotel is arguably Aswan's most historic, partly because Agatha Christie did some writing here and the hotel was used in some scenes in the movie adaptation of her famous novel Death on the Nile. I never had the chance to stay here, so I can't share anything about the hotel's service and facilities. The terrace, though, has excellent views of the Nile and Elephantine island, and is a perfect place for a drink after a tiring day of sightseeing. Dress up a bit if you're not staying as management had become selective about admitting non-guest diners.

    Fantastic views of the Nile and Elephantine island.

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  • Price: US$120-180    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: more expensive than average
  • Directions: On the east bank, at the southern end of Corniche el-Nil close to Egypt Air office.
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    Sofitel Old Cataract: An Agatha Christie Moment!    Check Rates
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    • freya_heaven
  • Updated By freya_heaven on October 3, 2004
    • Old Cataract Hotel - Aswan
    Old Cataract Hotel
    by freya_heaven
    The Old Cataract Hotel built in 1899 is positioned in the banks of the Nile, set within its own gardens.

    The standard of the rooms, service & international food menu are as expected all excellent. The interior is beautifully decorated in an old style (Victorian probably). There is a swimming pool & tennis courts, both of which are shared with the New Cataract Hotel next door.

    The terrace is my favourite area of the hotel, I was in heaven sat here with a drink overlooking Nile life, like going back in time.

    I feel the Hotel is a bit on the pricy side with rooms ranging upwards of $170 for a standard garden view room, $380 for a standard Nile View room & $500 for a suite. But I guess you are paying for the nostalga factor.

    It is a well known fact Agatha Christie stayed here, whilst here she did some writing. Death on the Nile was also filmed at the Old Cataract Hotel.

    Views over to Elephantine Island & the Mausoleum of the Aga Khan over the Nile are fantastic from one of the terraces.

    There is a real sense of history here with a wonderfully unique atmosphere. I can not wait to return!

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  • Price: US$180 and up    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: most expensive
  • Directions: Nile Waterfront
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    Sofitel Old Cataract: Best views of Aswan    Check Rates
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    • adelsayedebeid
  • Updated By adelsayedebeid on January 19, 2007
    • Even though we did not stay at the Old Cataract, we could not be in Aswan without visiting this landmark. A minimum charge is paid ( 85 E.L per person) , but it's worth it. However, the main terrace is reserved for the house guests. Never mind, thereis plenty of place to enjoy the best sunset, just follow the steps. You won't regret it. Try to be there before 4:30 pm as the Sun sets at about 5 pm, winter time. Ask for the house pastry, really exquist!

    View and pastry.

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  • Price: less than US$20    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: more expensive than average
  • Phone: 209-731-6000
  • Directions: Right on the Nile. Can't miss it.
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    • Saladinos
  • By Saladinos on March 14, 2005
    • It is one of the places that you shouldnt forget cause wherever you go you will always have the view of this place in the back of your brains.

    Proffessional service and great hospitality.

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  • Price: US$80-120    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: about average
  • Directions: Cornich al nil of Aswan towards the end of your walk.
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  • By fosbak on August 7, 2007
    • Stayed for two nights in July 2007. Lots of redecoration occurring and so we were upgraded for free to a nile view room on the ground floor.
    The rooms were huge, make that HUGE !!!! Very high ceilings, very wide heavy doors, a bed big enough to sleep four people and then some. Bathrooms basic but very clean.

    The decor is dark with long corridors, dado rails, old photos, chandeliers all making an old colonial house feel. Then again this is the real thing not a copy. I personally loved the place and could have happily sat on the terrace writing a murder mystery novel just taking the inspiration from the ambience. My teenage children didn't like it (other than the fez rack outside the restaurant) My daughter was scared, she said it was like staying in a haunted house; we ended up splitting up and sharing with one of the children each.

    Tea on the terrace with the cakes and tiny sandwiches was very nice indeed. The pool area was spotless and very good. The views over the nile are stunning.

    The staff were the most friendly we encountered in Egypt and the food was pretty good too.

    On the slightly negative side the place is old and dated. We had a little red lizard in our room and housekeeping promptly came and dealt with it. Although it was so high up in the ceiling that it wouldn't have bothered us.

    I am glad we went for a couple of nights just for the experience.

    A palatial piece of colonial style history. A sunset to remember fo the rest of your life. Views of the nile, with the feluca's sailing quietly by, to die for.
    Massive dining hall where you are encouraged to "dress" for dinner.

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  • Price: US$180 and up    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: most expensive
  • Directions: Next to the Coptic Cathederal on the upper nile side of Aswan.
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    • Shofja
  • By Shofja on May 19, 2004
    • Old Cataract - Aswan
    Old Cataract
    by Shofja

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  • Price: US$120-180    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: most expensive
  • Phone: 097 316 000; 097 316 001
  • Other Contact: fax: 097 316 011
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    • veigapaula
  • By veigapaula on October 9, 2004
    • Old Cataract - Aswan
    Old Cataract
    by veigapaula
    Where Agatha Christie wrote "Death on the Nile"

    Not very expensive but classical...

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  • Price: US$20-40    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: more expensive than average
  • Website: http://www.sofitel.com/sofitel/fichehotel/gb/sof/resort/1666/fiche_hotel.shtml
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