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Editor's Note: This property was formerly the Sofitel Cataract Aswan.
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by crashdummy
Seattle, Washington
March 26, 2007
From journal Egyptian Vacation
by wanderluster
Evansville, Indiana
March 10, 2002
As we entered the hotel, colorfully dressed attendants greeted us in the grand lobby, and took us up the glass elevator to our room. The staff was friendly and very attentive. Almost too attentive! We had just gotten off the night train, still sick with Pharaoh's Revenge and wanted a little privacy to crash. But every few minutes someone else would be at the door to graciously deliver complimentary fruit, cheese, tarts, soda, water, juice, towels, bathrobes, or newspapers. It became kind of funny as you can imagine, trying to jump into the shower just as another knock sounded at the door. We finally had to put the "Do not disturb" sign out, although I can't imagine what else they could've thought to bring us! Is that service, or what?
Over the next couple of days, after sightseeing in the mornings, we hung out at the pool. It was a great place to read, write, share a sensual swim, or relax in the shade while stretching out on a comfortable padded chaise lounge. I was finally beginning to feel like I was on my honeymoon! Evenings we hung out on the terrace, watching feluccas sail by while the sun set over the Nile.
Staying here was a treat, and worth the splurge! It was our favorite place to stay in all of Egypt. Rates vary depending on the type of room (standard or suite), the view (facing the garden or the Nile), and the season. Current 2002 low season rates for the standard garden view room begin at $106 US and climb to $240 US in the high season. A suite overlooking the Nile ranges from $214 to $374 US. New Year's Eve prices are substantially more for all rooms. Rates do include a breakfast buffet (wonderful food), service charges and taxes.
From journal Honeymoon in Aswan & Abu Simbel