Best places to stay in Sharm El Sheikh

Nabq is known for luxury beachfront resorts and natural beauty, with the coast on one side and majestic mountains on the other. Whatever you want to do in Egypt, you’ll find it in Nabq, from diving to golfing and from shopping to fine dining. Naama Bay is the heart of the action. Just behind the gorgeous beach, there’s a pedestrian promenade lined with great shops, restaurants and bars. Naama is the best area to stay in Sharm El Sheikh for nightlife, as it comes alive when evening falls. At the southern tip of Sharm, Hadaba is the oldest part of town, home to the breathtaking Al Sahaba mosque. It’s quieter in the evenings, so it’s a good spot if you’re less bothered about nightlife. The water here really lends itself to snorkelling and diving.

Snorkelling and diving is one of the best things to do in Egypt, and El Fanar is among the top spots. It’s a rocky shore where access to the water is via floating ladders or the long wooden pier, but it’s well worth it for the spectacular reef. Families with little ones can’t go wrong with Naama Bay. It has soft sand and a gently sloping seabed, making it a safe spot for kids to splash around. There’s also water sports hire for the more adventurous, and the fun continues till late with the vibrant nightlife. Shark Bay is a little quieter than Naama, since access to the beach is only through the hotels that line the shore. The entrance to the sea is rocky, but there are walkways that jut out towards the reef, which is perfect for diving and snorkelling.

The Sunrise Arabian Beach Resort has direct access to the sandy shore of Shark Bay, but if lounging by the pool is more your thing, you’ll be spoilt for choice with six to pick from. It’s a real treat for foodies too, with nine restaurants. Couples who enjoy snorkelling and diving will love the White Hills Resort. The hotel is situated right on the Ras Nasrani, a world-famous diving spot. You won’t be disappointed if you’re planning to sit back and relax, though: the spa is waiting to welcome you. If your idea of a holiday is lounging on the beach by day and partying hard at night, the Meraki Resort Sharm El Sheikh is for you. Designed for adults only (16+), its poolside and beachside bars keep the music coming until the early hours.

The Charmillion Club Aquapark is a standout choice for families. It has 10 exhilarating slides designed for adults plus 12 for kids, not to mention a lazy river and a wave pool. When you’ve worked up an appetite, the three restaurants and three bars have you covered. Another hotel with its very own water park is Pickalbatros. Its star attraction boasts 59 slides to keep the whole family entertained, while there are seven restaurants and eight bars. If you can tear yourself away, there’s also a shuttle to the hotel’s own private beach. The Reef Oasis Blue Bay Resort & Spa offers direct access to the sandy shoreline and even its own dive centre where kids and adults can learn the ropes. Parents are sure to appreciate the full-service spa, which offers massages, body treatments and facials.

The Royal Savoy is undoubtedly one of the best hotels in Sharm El Sheikh. Guests can enjoy amenities including a champagne breakfast and spa treatments, plus three adults-only swimming pools and a private beach area. The Baron Palms boasts two huge swimming pools and even massage tents on the hotel’s private beach. If you fancy getting active, you’ve got one of the world’s top diving spots at your fingertips. There’s a wide range of bars and restaurants, including the 24-hour lobby bar. The Stella Di Mare Beach Hotel & Spa has a prime beachfront location at Naama Bay, the heart of Sharm El Sheikh’s nightlife scene. Choose between chilling on the hotel’s own beach or lounging by the spacious pool. Families will love the special kids’ pool and kids’ club.

The Sierra Sharm El Sheikh is fantastic for families with its whopping eight swimming pools, not to mention the hotel’s own section of beach. The Mountain View Restaurant offers cuisine from around the world, and there are seven bars to keep you refreshed all day long. For adults-only luxury on your Egypt all-inclusive holiday, the Rixos Sharm El Sheikh is the place to go. The beach is on your doorstep, but it might be hard to tear yourself away from the seven pools. The hotel’s ten restaurants and eight bars come alive in the evening with parties and performances. A great choice for families and couples, the Sultan Gardens Resort prides itself on its dining experience, serving up Italian, Indian, Cajun and more. There’s plenty to do (or not), with the private beach divided into an active side with games and a relaxing side with its own bar.