Hotel description Sofitel old Winter Palace
Housed in a former palace of the Egyptian King Faruk that dates back to 1886, this 3-storey luxury hotel comprises a total of 268 rooms. Air-conditioned and decorated in a Victorian style, the hotel welcomes guests in an elegant lobby with a 24-hour reception, a currency exchange counter and hotel safe. Various shops, a coffee shop, a kiosk and hairdressing salon are all available to guests. Dining options include a café, a bar, and an à la carte restaurant. There are room and laundry services to take advantage of. A babysitting service is also available upon request.
Room description
The comfortable rooms come with an en suite bathroom, a hairdryer, a direct dial telephone, satellite/cable TV, a radio, and a minibar. Air conditioning and heating are individually regulated. All rooms include a balcony or terrace with views of the garden or the Nile.
Sport activities description
In the grounds guests will find a swimming pool with a separate children's pool, as well as a poolside snack bar, sun loungers and parasols. Sports enthusiasts may enjoy a game of table tennis, tennis, badminton volleyball or squash, or try sailing. It is additionally possible to play darts or billiards.
Meal service description
Guests may select their breakfast from a buffet. Lunch may be chosen from the à la carte menu. The evening meal comprises three courses.
Hotel location description Sofitel old Winter Palace
This hotel is situated close to the Nile and provides an ideal location for those wishing to explore the area, the river, the centre of Luxor and Luxor temple. The nearest public transport links are about 2 km from the hotel.
Payment methods description
American Express, Diners Club, MasterCard and VISA are accepted as methods of payment.
Description Sofitel old Winter Palace
- » Year of construction: 1886
- » Number of floors (main building): 3
- » Total number of rooms: 268
Room facilities (Standard room)
- » Hairdryer
- » Bathroom
- » Fridge
- » Direct dial telephone
- » Minibar
Facilities
- » Fresh water pool
- » Bar-s
- » Hairdresser
- » Restaurant -s
Distances (in meters)
- » Public transport: 2km