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The Red Sea

MARSA ALAM HOTELS

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The Amaraya Club ****

Set in the grounds of the Kahramana this comfortable hotel enjoys the use of most of the facilities of the Kahramana including the beach which is 5 minutes walk away, and the dive centre. Most of the 95 air-conditioned, ensuite rooms are situated in the main building around a courtyard and several are interconnecting. The main restaurant offers buffet service meals, while the Ciao Marsa Pub and Restaurant opposite serves Californian food and cocktails. There is the Patio bar in the main courtyard and a pool bar by the large free form pool with views out towards the desert.

Brayka Bay****

This large resort hotel is situated on a beautiful bay with a long sandy beach and an unspoilt house reef, making it an ideal location for sunbathers, snorkellers and divers alike. With 2 swimming pools, a variety of restaurants and bars, watersports, a fitness room, kids club and a dive centre on site there is plenty to do. Red Sea Diving Safari Dive Centre is also only a short drive away and will arrange transport.

Calimera Habiba ****

Newly opened, the Calimera Habiba is situated next to the Kahramana on its own private beach. An all inclusive hotel with several restaurants and bars, there is also a free-form swimming pool, and other sport activities including diving with the nearby Red Sea Diving Safari Dive Centre.

Iberotel Coraya *****

This beautiful hotel is a gem on the Marsa Alam coastline and offers pure luxury for those wanting to totally relax. As you enter the main reception it is like entering a palace. All the air-conditioned rooms have a choice of garden or sea view room with a balcony or terrace. There is also an impressive long sandy beach with snorkelling and a dive centre. Emperor Divers Dive Centre is also only 10 minutes drive away and will arrange transport. Other sporting activities include 2 large outdoor pools, a fitness centre and floodlit tennis courts. There is also a selection of restaurants, bars and coffee bars. A place to totally relax.

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Iberotel Coraya
Iberotel Coraya

Kahramana Hotel *****

Situated 20kms north of Marsa Alam on a 1.2km sand beach, this uniquely attractive hotel has 179 air-conditioned, spacious rooms with private facilities in villa style buildings built in natural stone and set in mature gardens. There is a choice of 3 restaurants and several bars, including pool bars by both the large swimming pools and on the beach. A central jetty gives access to the local fringing coral reef for snorkeling and the excellent Pioneer Diving Centre run by Red Sea Diving Safari is based within the grounds (see diving). Other facilities include: 2 clay tennis courts, beach football and volleyball, horse & camel riding, a kids club, a nightclub, shops and a health club with sauna, massage and small gymnasium.

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Kahramana Hotel
Kahramana Hotel

Lahami Bay Beach Resort & Gardens*****

Lahami Bay Beach resort, 75kms south of Marsa Alam, is the southern most beach resort in Egypt. Situated on its own beach the design of the hotel is a fusion of Oriental Maritime and Mediterranean. The 220 stylish rooms are grouped in two-floor buildings grouped around lush gardens looking out towards the sea. There is a wide choice of restaurants and bars, including a fish and seafood restaurant. There is also a wide variety of activities available including 2 floodlit tennis courts, an air-conditioned squash court, table tennis, volleyball an air-conditioned fitness centre, a windsurfing centre, and the Ocean-Pro Dive Centre.

Marina Lodge at Port Ghalib ****

This new hotel is 5 minutes from Marsa Alam International Airport & near the Port Ghalib International Marina development. Built in Nubian village style this is an ideal location for divers as Emperor Divers' Marsa Alam branch is based here. With comfortable air-conditioned rooms, 2 swimming pools in addition to a dedicated diver training pool, a health club, a large sun terrace and a roof terrace it is also a relaxing environment for non-divers. There is also a restaurant, a poolside restaurant, a bar and 24 hour room service.

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Coral Beach
Coral Beach

The Palace at Port Ghalib *****+

The pride of Port Ghalib, the Palace is set in a beautiful backdrop of stunning fountains and Arabic gardens. Attentive service, high standards of accommodation and splendid surroundings ensure a relaxing holiday.

It is located at the entrance to Port Ghalib, overlooking the Red Sea and within walking distance of the resort's facilities and attractions. Port Ghalib is a new development in Marsa Alam.

The hotel features 309 rooms including 13 Royal Suites each with a private balcony or terrace. Each room features a colour television, safe, mini bar, butler service, direct dial telephone, air conditioning, hairdryer, radio, internet access and electric razor plug. There are specially equipped rooms for wheelchair access and disabled use.

An amazing range of facilities are available including; a swimming pool, fully equipped gym, state of the art health spa including a traditional Hamman, tennis courts, archery, abseiling, electronic games arcade, inflatable's and giant games, playground, mini golf, trampolines, playroom, jungle gym, 24 hour room service, parking, valet service, concierge, business centre, bank/ATM, casino, clinic, doctor, florist, gift shop, beauty salon, newsstand, pharmacy and babysitting service

 

The Palace at Port Ghalib, Marsa Alam offers several tempting dining options including The Olive Restaurant, a true fine dining experience, where Michelin star chef Conrad Gallagher puts a fresh twist on ancient Arabic and Mediterranean recipes. The restaurant serves breakfast and dinner on an extensive outdoor terrace set amongst grand palm trees where guests can take in spectacular views of the Red Sea . Also available for light snacks and refreshments is the Pool Bar situated overlooking the beach with excellent views of the Red Sea , and The Look Out Bar, the ideal venue for pre and post dinner drinks in a stunning outdoor.

The Palace at Port Ghalib

Sahara Sun Oasis *****

The Sahara Sun Oasis Marsa Alam is sister hotel to the Sahara Sun Sands hotel, and the two hotels share a lobby and large dining area. This comfortable Arabian retreat offers a fantastic array of activities for the whole family.

The Sahara Sun Oasis Marsa Alam is located next to the Sahara Sun Sands in Port Ghalib, alongside the second largest man-made saltwater lagoon in the world. A short distance away are the main attractions of Port Ghalib.

A total of 292 rooms include; twin, king, family and disabled rooms as well as superior suites, all with a garden, lagoon or sea view. Each room features colour television, safe, mini bar, internet access, direct dial telephone, radio, hairdryer, electric razor plug and air conditioning.

A great choice of facilities include; swimming pool, fully equipped gym, health spa, tennis courts, archery, abseiling, electronic games arcade, mini golf, trampolines, playroom, jungle gym, room service, parking, valet service, concierge, business centre, bank/ATM, casino, clinic, doctor, florist, gift shop, beauty salon, news stand, pharmacy and babysitting service.

Several tempting dining options are shared with its sister hotel, the Sahara Sun Sands including; Souq Al Hana restaurant serving various ethnic cuisines with live interactive cooking stations, Cardamom, open throughout the day serving an a la carte lunch menu and seafood specialities for dinner and Shamlula's, a casual fast food restaurant, ideal for a quick lunchtime meal. The Lobby Bar and Pool Bar both serve light snacks and refreshments.

 

Sahara Sun Oasis

Sahara Sun Sands *****

Ideal for sun seekers and families, the stylish Sahara Sun Sands Marsa Alam is decorated in typical desert tones and offers a comfortable and relaxing stay.

The Sahara Sun Sands Marsa Alam features 347 rooms including twin, king and family rooms as well as superior suites, all with a balcony. Each room features colour television, safe, mini bar, internet access, direct dial telephone, radio, hairdryer, electric razor plug and air conditioning.

A wide range of facilities on offer include; swimming pool, fully equipped gym, health spa, tennis courts, archery, abseiling, electronic games arcade, mini golf, trampolines, playroom, jungle gym, room service, valet service, concierge, business centre, bank/ATM, casino, clinic and doctor, florist, gift shop, beauty salon, news - stand, pharmacy and babysitting service.

The Sahara Sun Sands offers several tempting dining options shared with its sister hotel the Sahara Sun Oasis including; Souq Al Hana restaurant, serving various ethnic cuisines with live interactive cooking stations, Cardamom, open throughout the day, serving an a la carte lunch menu and seafood specialities for dinner and

Shamlula's, a casual fast food restaurant ideal for a quick lunchtime meal.

The Lobby Bar and Pool Bar serves light snacks and refreshments.

Sahara Sun Sands

Shams Alam Resort *****

Situated on a wonderful, 1km long sandy beach on the edge of Wadi Gimal National Park south of Marsa Alam, Shams Alam is a wonderfully relaxing destination for those that want to get away from it all. All the stylish rooms have a choice of terrace or balcony, looking out over the sparkling sea. There is a choice of restaurants & bars, a swimming pool, and various sporting activities including a gym, squash court and the excellent Wadi Gimal Dive Centre.

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Shams Alam Resort
Shams Alam Resort

 

Sol Y Mar Solaya ****

The Sol y Mar Solaya Resort Marsa Alam offers guests first class service and a superb range of facilities in a relaxed and comfortable setting. A wonderful location in the beautiful and unspoilt Madinat Coraya area of Marsa Alam, one of Egypt's most peaceful destinations, just 5km from Marsa Alam International airport. The hotel is well located for divers and snorkellers as Madinat Coraya is one of the few bays on this stretch of coastline which allows easy access to the crystal clear waters of the Red Sea .

There are 209 rooms each with a balcony or terrace plus individually controlled air-conditioning, direct dial telephone, satellite television, mini bar, hairdryer and in-room safe.

Facilities on offer include; 2 large swimming pools (one heated in winter), children's freshwater swimming pool (heated in winter), beach volleyball, football, aerobics, table tennis, garden chess, darts, archery, health club with fully equipped gym, Jacuzzi, steam bath, sauna and massage facilities, 2 floodlit tennis courts, children's playground, private beach, children's club (ages 4-12) open daily from 10am – 5pm with supervised childcare, laundry service, shops, internet services, in-house doctor, and 24 hour concierge services.

 

The Sol y Mar Solaya Resort features daily entertainment programs led by the Italian animation team. In the evening sample live music, dancing and folklore shows in the amphitheatre or dance the night away in the hotel's disco.

 

The Safari Restaurant, serves international buffets for breakfast, lunch and dinner with ‘a la minute' live cooking stations. All meals can be enjoyed either indoors or outside on the spacious terrace. Light meals and refreshing drinks are served throughout the day in The Tropicana Bar whilst The Savana Bar offers a variety of drinks in a relaxing atmosphere. After dinner drinks can be enjoyed in The Dar El Amar Café where guests can also sample the local Egyptian ‘Shisha'.

Sol Y Mar Solaya Resort

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