Coastal Road, Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt | (888) 252-0567
Family-friendly resort set on extensive grounds
Attractive sandy beach with off-shore coral reef
Spacious rooms with furnished terraces or balconies
Six restaurants including adult-only and a la carte options
Eight bars including three poolside bars, plus nightly disco
Four large outdoor pools including one for adult
Mini-club, playground, and games room for kids
Choice of three different all-inclusive plans
In-room Wi-Fi available (for a fee)
Free airport pick-up
Some decor is dated
Hillside location means plenty of steps
No elevators
The Sultan
Gardens Resort is an upscale, 520-room property set on extensive grounds in
the Shark’s Bay area of Sharm El Sheikh. Popular with families and couples, it
has ample kids' facilities as well as an adult-only
dining room and pool. It's one of a few hotels in the area with in-room Wi-Fi (for a fee) and though rooms look a little dated, they include flat-screen TVs. While
younger couples might prefer the Xperience Sea Breeze Resort next door, there's
still plenty for all ages -- and with a three-tier all-inclusive plan -- for various budgets.
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Scene
Family friendly resort set on huge grounds with adult-only sections
Snazzy signage
and abundant classical-style columns at the hotel's entrance make for an initial impression that's not so much regal as a little gaudy. Once past the faux-fancy facade, however, the resort is a typical
self-contained vacation complex set in well-tended
gardens full of sculpted shrubbery, tall palm trees, and manicured lawns. Guest rooms and the hotel's facilities are spread throughout the vast
grounds and centered around two large swimming pools. The property is set on a steep incline that slopes down towards a private sandy beach (with a superb
offshore reef), which can be a struggle back on foot, though a small bus also
ferries guest up the hill. Common areas tend toward the ornate, with lots of marble, carved wall decor, and swirling wrought iron, though the vibe throughout the many indoor and outdoor dining and drinking venues is relaxed. While popular with vacationing families, there's
also an adult-only area for couples wishing to escape noisy kids and find some peace and
quiet.
Location
Overlooking Shark’s Bay, 10-minute drive from Sharm El Sheikh's main hub
The hotel is part
of a stretch of Sharm El Sheikh resorts overlooking Shark’s Bay and Tiran
Island on the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula. There's little within
walking distance, though there is an 18-hole golf course just opposite, while Soho
Square's dining and nightlife can be reached in five minutes by car. For more action,
Naama Bay -- the central tourist hub of Sharm El Sheikh that's full of
restaurants, bars, and buzzing nightlife -- is about a 10-minute drive from the
resort. The Sharm El Sheikh International Airport takes 15 minutes to reach by car and free shuttle service is available to the hotel.
Rooms
Pleasant rooms with furnished balconies, though decor is dated
The resort has 520
air-conditioned rooms, most of which are finished in colorful decor with striped fabrics, tile floors, and granite-topped furnishings. The look isn't exactly fresh, and even Premium Rooms have cheap fabrics like satin bed skirts and bland abstract wall art. Mid-tone wood and dark wood veneer furniture sits throughout, and in Standard Rooms it has seen better days. They are reasonably pleasant, though, as guests don't tend to spend much time in their rooms here. Standard features include tea/coffee
facilities, mini-fridges, and flat-screen TVs with some satellite channels, plus there's in-room Wi-Fi (a rarity in the area), though it incurs an extra fee. All rooms open out to furnished balconies or terraces, most of which overlook the pool and gardens -- some have sea views. There are no
elevators, so guests with mobility issues should book ground floor rooms.
Features
Four large outdoor pools and weekly karaoke, an array of restaurants and bars, and more
The hotel
features a wealth of leisure and dining facilities commonly found at upscale, all-inclusive resorts. This includes six restaurants, one of which is a main
buffet eatery, as well as a la carte options and adult-only dining. Room service is also available around the clock. The eight bars
dotted around the property include a main lobby bar (open 24/7), three pool
bars, a beach bar, and a soundproofed nightclub.There are also
four large outdoor swimming pools, a range of sports facilities, and plenty to
keep the kids entertained including mini-clubs and playgrounds. The beach provides loads of lounge chairs and a range of water sports such as scuba
lessons and snorkeling, though these will require extra fees in some cases. Guests seeking to indulge in a dose of pampering can choose from a range of massage treatments at Elysium Spa, which offers a traditional hammam. Evening entertainment includes live music,
shows, and weekly karaoke. Wi-Fi is available, though it comes with fees, and the hotel offers free airport pick-up.
All-Inclusive / Food
Three tiers of all-inclusive plans
The hotel has
three all-inclusive plans, the standard level covering buffet-style breakfast,
lunch, and dinner in the buffet restaurants, as well as one dinner per stay in
one of the a la carte eateries. Snacks including ice-cream are also
provided at select times between meals. A range of locally-produced alcoholic and
soft drinks are included during bar opening times. The second-tier Emir plan
includes 24-hour beverage service and unlimited in-room Wi-Fi, while the
top-tier Sultan plan also includes unlimited dining in all a la carte restaurants
and in-room breakfast service.
