The Sofitel Old Cataract it is at a distance of 25 km. from Aswan airport, a ride of about 20 minutes, and 524 km. from Cairo. Aswan Railway station is three kilometers from the hotel.

The hotel consist of 123 rooms and 8 suites, located on three floors, featuring traditional interior décor with a garden or Nile view. All of them are air-conditioned and having:

• Satellite television,
• Dial-up Internet connections,
• Mini bars
• Complimentary newspaper
• Hair dryer 

Meals in the Sofitel Old Cataract Aswan are served in the following dining facilities :

• 1902 Restaurant – featuring the Moroccan palace-style decor, and offering French cuisine, on a menu basis, for the gourmet connoisseurs, while live music is on.
• The Darna Restaurant  with its specialities of Oriental dishes.  
  

The hotel entertains in 3 bars:

• The Felucca Lounge
• The Elephantine bar for drinks and refreshments
• The Old Cataract Terrace famous for its Moroccan style bar with a huge terrace over the Nile where  snacks , barbecues and drinks are served   

The Sofitel Old Cataract Hotel offers many recreational and servicing facilities such as :
 
Heated outdoor swimming pool

ATM/banking, Billiards, Library, Picnic area, Motor boating, Sailing, Tennis, Onsite shopping, babysitting on request , Medical assistance available,Travel agent services (implant)
 
Business facilities:
Business center with dedicated staff , to offer the copying , printing and faxing services.
Conference room, High-speed Internet access in public areas, Audio-visual equipment , onference room , Meeting rooms for small groups