Sheraton Soma Bay Resort sits on the beach at Soma Bay, the peninsula south of Hurghada, beside a golf course. It is a luxury five-star property with 326 rooms, and the facilities read like a full resort: three outdoor pools, a children's pool, a waterslide, a swim-up bar, a private beach with loungers, a spa with sauna and steam room, a 24-hour health club and three outdoor tennis courts. Guests also get free access to the water park, which is a short walk away, and the hotel lists supervised childcare for a surcharge, so it works well for families. Water sports on offer include windsurfing and boat tours, and the area is known for diving and kite and wind sports. Because Soma Bay is a self-contained resort district, you stay inside a relaxed, green bubble rather than on a busy strip, with everything on site.
Location and getting around
The hotel is about an hour by car from Hurghada International Airport, so build the transfer into your travel plans and ask about private transfers when you book. Soma Bay is quiet in the evenings, with little outside the resorts, so plan to eat mostly on site and use taxis or excursion pickups for the old town, the marina and the aquarium. Boat trips to the islands and Dolphin House collect from most resorts in the area, but confirm any pickup supplement when you book.
Rooms, dining and board
The hotel has three restaurants serving international cuisine, plus pool and beach bars. All-inclusive rate plans are offered on some bookings and include buffet meals, snacks and selected drinks, although à la carte dining may be limited to one meal per stay, so read what your rate covers. The spa offers massages, scrubs and manicures, and beach massages are available by the sea.
Who it suits
Families who want a pool, slide and water park without leaving the property, couples who want quiet time by the water and golfers who want the course next door. It is less ideal for travellers who want to walk out into a town of shops and restaurants. Ask about the current childcare, beach and water-sports schedules, as some activities depend on the season and the wind. Wi-Fi in the rooms is free, and parking is free if you hire a car.
Why stay here
- ✓Three outdoor pools
- ✓Waterslide and childrens pool
- ✓Free water park access
- ✓Private beach
- ✓Spa with sauna and steam room
- ✓24-hour health club
- ✓Tennis courts
- ✓Three restaurants
Good questions
How many rooms does the Sheraton Soma Bay have?+
The resort has 326 rooms. It is a large resort, but spread over a beachfront site with pools and gardens, so it does not feel crowded.
Is it good for families?+
Yes, with a children's pool, a waterslide, free access to a nearby water park and supervised childcare for a surcharge.
How far is it from Hurghada airport?+
About a one-hour drive, so arrange your transfer in advance. The hotel can usually help arrange it.
