With its domed roofs, arched doorways and lofty date palms, there’s no doubt that is a Four Seasons Resort with its roots fixed very firmly in the Middle East. Yet thanks to its prime seaside location, character-rich guest quarters and award-winning spa, it’s also a decidedly world-class escape that is suitably stunning, stylish and sybaritic.
Design-wise the resort gives every impression of being a sprawling hillside village rising up from the Red Sea. The 200 guest rooms and suites forget all about 21st century minimalism in favour of a rich Middle Eastern opulence; all of them boasting private furnished terraces, as well as marble bathrooms with deep soaking tubs. Views can be anything from the intimate garden courtyard to the sparkling Red Sea and nearby Tiran Island; the one and twobedrooms suites designed with families in mind; the ‘named’ suites offering enticing little extras like designer kitchens and private pools.
Yet with its island bar, private cabanas and underwater music, the 1,000 square-metre main swimming pool is all most people need; the private white sand beach, tennis centre, snorkelling excursions and scuba-diving opportunities ensuring you have plenty of other daytime options. And, of course, you can always chill-out in the Daniela Steiner Beauty and Wellness Spa where the lap pool and fitness area are complemented by 13 different treatment rooms – don’t miss out on a Brown Sugar Scrub or Arabian Coffee Ritual!
Dining here is usually an alfresco seaside affair; barbecued dishes and local specialities on offer at the beachside Reef Grill, Asian and Mexican-influenced casual fare served at two enticing poolside venues, and Mediterranean, Middle Eastern and Italian specialities presented on the terraces of Arabesque and Il Frantoio. The traditional Arabic mezzeh and shisha on offer ensure you never forget where you are.
ACCOMMODATION: 200 ROOMS & SUITES.
ACCESS: 10 MINUTES SHARM EL SHEIKH AIRPORT.
CHILDREN: WELCOME, WITH CLUB & POOL.
7 NIGHTS: FROM £1,255 P.P. IN THE HIGH-SEASON & £1,075 P.P. IN THE LOW-SEASON.
MEAL PLAN: BREAKFAST INCLUDED. |
