Sonesta Beach Resort

The resort is designed as a traditional Arabic village with domed ceilings and archways, combined with lush landscaping and dramatic pools. The resort comprises 520 unique guest rooms, executive rooms and suites, each featuring a private balcony or patio. There are several options for dining and entertainment at the resort's bars and restaurants and guests may try their luck in the Las Vegas-style casino. Whether active or relaxing, the hotel has appeal for every traveller. This air-conditioned family-friendly club resort offers guests a wide range of facilities, including a lobby with 24-hour reception and check-out service, a hotel safe, currency exchange facilities, cloakroom, newspaper stand, hairdressing salon, and an auditorium. Guests can take time out in the games room and TV lounge, and a kids' club and children's playground are provided for the hotel's younger guests. Guests may also relax in the café and pub, enjoy a night out in the on-site disco, and make use of the Internet access, room and laundry services and car park.

Location

On Naama Bay, overlooking the Red Sea, this charming conference hotel is a 10-minute drive from Sharm El Sheikh International Airport and a 50-minute flight from Cairo.

Rooms

The rooms feature a private balcony or patio, digital satellite TV, a minibar, direct dial telephone, individually regulated air conditioning and heating, a safety deposit box, hairdryer, fire alarm system and smoke detector. Other in-room amenities include an en suite bathroom with shower and bathtub, a double or king-size bed, radio, Internet access and tea and coffee making facilities.

Sport

The resort offers a private beach for the world's best scuba diving in the Red Sea's legendary waters, and six swimming pools for relaxing laps in the sun. There is also a children's swimming area and a poolside snack bar with sun loungers and parasols laid out ready for use. The diving centre offers scuba diving and snorkelling with all the necessary equipment and training. There are 2 tennis courts and guests may enjoy a game of squash, table tennis, pool/snooker, basketball, volleyball or beach volleyball. Tours and activities on sea and land are available through the recreation centre, and the health club at the Sonesta Club features a hot tub, steam room, gym and spa and massage treatments. Guests may also take part in an aqua fit or aerobics session. The Sinai Grand Casino, a Las Vegas-style casino, offers blackjack, roulette, stud poker and loose slot machines as well as dining and nightly entertainment. The resort's shopping arcade features souvenirs, gifts, jewellery and boutiques. Guests may also try a range of water sports on the beach, such as waterskiing, jet skiing, surfing, windsurfing, banana boating, motor boating and sailing. Guests may also use the sun loungers and parasols provided on the nearby sandy beach or explore the surrounding area on horseback.

Meals

The Citadel serves breakfast, lunch and themed dinners, featuring continental and Egyptian cuisine. Le Dome offers international and Egyptian cuisine with nightly shows. La Gondola is available for Italian fare and the Seabreeze Beach Restaurant overlooks the Red Sea. Furthermore, the Casablanca restaurant also serves light lunches and dinner with a set menu. The hotel offers all-inclusive packages and serves buffets for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Payment

American Express, MasterCard and VISA are accepted as methods of payment. Currencies accepted include Egyptian Pound, U.S. Dollar and Euros.

Notes

Check-in is at 3 pm and check-out is at 12 noon. Electricity: 220 volts, AC, 50 cycles.

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