In order for the weather not to let you down and your holiday in Egypt to be a success, you need to choose the best hotel in a calm bay according to our advice
It's no secret that Egypt is a year-round destination. Weather conditions contribute to a comfortable beach holiday almost 365 days a year. A diverse hotel base, a large selection of resorts with their pluses and minuses allows each tourist to choose exactly what suits him to a greater extent. And most importantly, last-minute tours to Egypt are always distinguished by relatively low cost and a high price-quality ratio. Holidays in Egypt will be especially in demand in winter, when all the warm summer countries do not please so much with a comfortable warm climate, but you still want to soak up the sun near the sea. Of course, the cost of tours from Ukraine also plays an important role here. The largest charter programs and loyal prices in winter are only in Egypt recently. The main issue when choosing a hotel is the region and the most comfortable weather conditions.
It is worth noting that in the winter holidays in Sharm El Sheikh are more popular, because there are plenty of cozy bays covered from the winds and, accordingly, the range of hotels is quite large in terms of budget and quality. If you follow our advice, everyone can always choose the best hotel in winter in a calm, windless bay of Sharm El Sheikh.
Sharm-el-Maya Bay
We will probably start from the most protected from winter winds and bad weather bay, located in the south-west of Sharm. It is a must to recommend a trip to Sharm el Maya bay - the most windless, perfectly located in the area called the Old City. By itself, the location gives many advantages, and predisposes for a year-round trip with virtually any composition of adults, as well as the younger generation of school age and very young ones. Young people will not be bored here either, because within walking distance there is an oriental market with a developed tourist infrastructure, an old mosque and shopping arcades and shops where you can enjoy the local flavor while walking in the evening. The place will be especially interesting for couples with children, the elderly and just those who do not know how to swim well.
Beach in the bay: A good gentle entry into the sea will be to your taste especially for a trip with children, sandy beaches with clear water will please the family. There is a coral reef but relatively weak and usually at a depth. There are few living creatures, therefore it is literally not worth fearing sea urchins. There is absolutely no need for special shoes.
The best hotels in Sharm El Maya - TurPoisk recommends
We can say with confidence that you should definitely look at these hotels for a comfortable stay in winter:
- Albatros Aqua Blu Resort Sharm El Sheikh 4* - a great option for a family holiday, a good number of rooms, a lot of slides, a good variety of food.
- Albatros Aqua Park 5* - similar to the first hotel, everything is fine, it is worth adding that this hotel is a bit newer and only recently opened after a complete renovation in 2017.
- Beach Albatros Sharm El Sheikh 4* - after a long downtime, in 2018 the 3rd hotel from the Albatros chain reopened its doors, a plus would be the location on the very shore and the water park on the territory of the neighboring hotels of the complex.
- Iberotel Palace 5* - the best choice for absolute tranquility, part of a chain of hotels with good service and decent food, conveniently located in the bay on the coast.
Bay of Ras-Um-El-Sid
The second most important and unsurpassed bay in Sharm for winter holidays. The location of the beach itself, which is closed from the wind by fairly high cliffs from almost all sides, will be distinctive. An important addition to the relief and terrain will be an incomparable coral reef, which is considered one of the best in the resort. Most diving trips end here. After scuba diving, tourists have the opportunity to go snorkeling and admire the most gorgeous reef and fish in this bay. It is worth noting that due to the location of the hotels on a hill, the path to the beach will be a small serpentine, along the way you can admire a beautiful view of the sea, which is especially beautiful in the morning at dawn. A short distance from the Old Town brings a chance to walk in the evening and buy something in souvenir shops and in the market.
Beach in the bay: There is a smooth entry into the sea along the sand, which is replaced by a coral reef and access to the depths. Special footwear is desirable, as the corals are in close proximity to the coastline. The rich underwater world will amuse connoisseurs of snorkeling.
The best hotels in Ras um el Sid - TurPoisk recommends
The choice of hotels here is small, but there are worthy attention and they cannot be ignored:
- Jaz Fanara Resort & Residence 4* - well-groomed green territory, convenient location on the very shore, focused on families with children.
- Reef Oasis Beach 5* - excellent location on the first line, large green area with many services. It will be a great choice for snorkelers.
- Sentido Reef Oasis Senses Resort 5* - high level of service, small distance to the beach and beautiful territory, suitable for all categories of tourists. Guests can use the grounds and services of the previous hotel's Reef Oasis Beach.
Naama Bay
It is impossible to forget what the Sharm el-Sheikh resort itself began with. After all, this is not a residential village, but just a tourist-friendly region, where they massively began to build up hotels and, as a result, the Egyptians pulled themselves up to work in the tourism industry. One of the very first equipped places in the city, from which the resort began to develop. A large number of colorful shops, shops and all kinds of entertainment will be offered by locals to their guests in Naama Bay. A large selection of hotels on the first line, directly on the edge of the sea, and behind them within walking distance to the water. You can consider holidays according to your budget and there will always be a variety of offers. The hotel beach is located in one of the most well-located bays for winter recreation. Some of the windiest hotels in Sharm El Sheikh are located here.
Beach in the bay: Entering into the sea from the sand, conveniently uniform near the shore, then there are corals and the use of shoes is recommended, it is also possible to immediately enter the depth from the pontoon in hotels. Suitable for a family trip with children and outdoor activities.
The best hotels in Naama Bay - TurPoisk recommends
A large quantity does not always imply quality, from the whole variety we can single out only a few options:
- Stella Di Mare Beach 5* - Regarded as one of the best hotels in the entire resort, with exemplary service, the well-maintained complex of villas is located on the edge of the bay near the sea. A good choice for a relaxing respectable vacation.
- Marriott Beach Resort /Mountain Resort 5* - both hotels of the highest level, Beach 1st / Mountain 2nd line, are located in the heart of the boardwalk. Suitable for outdoor activities demanding tourists.
- Novotel Beach 5*/Novotel Palm 5* - like the previous two hotels, well located near the sea, with a modern design, we will highlight the service and varied food, excellent territory.
- Movenpick Sharm 5* - another worthy representative of world-class chain hotels that will delight its guests in almost all areas.
