The Sheraton Soma Bay Resort unveils all-new look The Sheraton Soma Bay Resort is pleased to unveil its recent
The Sheraton Soma Bay Resort unveils all-new look
The Sheraton Soma Bay Resort is pleased to unveil its recent renovation, which sees the hotel transformed into a modern haven designed for relaxation and privacy, further enhancing Somabay’s luxury accommodation offering.
Modern interiors transform the guest experience, while the distinctive architectural character has been preserved with elements inspired by ancient Egyptian grandeur incorporated throughout the property. All 326 rooms and suites have been fully refreshed to deliver a sense of understated luxury and comfort, with plenty of natural light and carefully curated furnishings that create a peaceful seaside sanctuary. For guests seeking an exclusive experience, the hotel’s Select Beach Suites now offer enhanced seclusion, with private pools set amid landscaped surroundings, providing the perfect setting for a moment of peace and quiet.
A striking new lobby welcomes guests, with high ceilings and dramatic lighting designed by award-winning interior design studio GG&Grace International creating a warm effect that makes guests feel instantly at home. Dining venues and lounges throughout the property have been thoughtfully reimagined, offering a range of distinct culinary experiences, from elegant, atmospheric dining to more relaxed, sociable settings. Guests of the hotel can also explore the nearby Somabay Marina, where they will find a variety of dining and retail options, further elevating the overall stay experience.
Guests of The Sheraton Soma Bay Resort also enjoy access to Somabay’s exceptional lifestyle offerings, including its extensive water sports facilities – from snorkelling at the house reef to kitesurfing with 7BFT Kite house and scuba diving with Orca Dive Centre – the Soma Sports Arena, Gary Player Championship Course, and a range of other golfing and sports facilities, ensuring that every stay is memorable. With easy access to the Soma Splash Water Park, little ones staying at the Sheraton can splash about for hours as parents enjoy some well-deserved R&R by the hotel’s stylish pool.
About Somabay:
Somabay is an exclusive Red Sea resort in Egypt. Just a 4-hour flight from Central Europe, with year-round sunshine and mild temperatures, Somabay offers holidaymakers the ultimate Red Sea holiday. The resort location is home to some of the best sandy beaches in the Red Sea as well as panoramic views of the surrounding desert mountains and blue skies. Luxury hotels, a Gary Player championship golf course, a Holistic Spa & Thalasso centre, and a diving and kitesurfing centre all make Somabay an ideal choice for relaxation and recreation. Conveniently located near Luxor, Somabay also serves as a gateway to explore Egypt’s rich culture and history, allowing visitors to combine a beachfront escape with unforgettable cultural discoveries.
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Soma Bay on Egypt’s Red Sea is a dream base for divers, combining easy access to world-class sites with the comfort of a beachfront resort stay. From the resort’s jetty or nearby marina, boats head out daily to renowned reefs and pinnacles, where crystal-clear waters often boast visibility of 20 to 30 metres. Whether you are a beginner taking your first breaths underwater or an experienced diver chasing dramatic drop-offs, Soma Bay offers a wide range of experiences.
Local sites include colourful coral gardens teeming with anthias and clownfish, shallow lagoons ideal for training dives, and deeper walls where you might encounter barracuda, tuna, or the occasional reef shark. Signature spots in the wider area, such as Panorama Reef, Abu Kafan, and Tobia Arbaa, are known for their towering coral formations, overhangs, and schools of pelagic fish. Many resorts work with on-site dive centres, making it easy to arrange courses, guided dives, and equipment rental directly from your accommodation.
Although Soma Bay feels a world away from the bustle of the city, it is still within practical reach of Egypt’s most iconic landmark: the Pyramids of Giza. Soma Bay lies on the Red Sea coast near Hurghada, while the pyramids are just outside Cairo. A short domestic flight from Hurghada to Cairo, or a longer overland journey, allows you to combine a relaxed diving holiday with a day trip or overnight excursion to the Giza Plateau. This blend of underwater adventure and ancient history makes Soma Bay an ideal choice for travellers who want both exceptional diving and the chance to stand before the last surviving Wonder of the Ancient World during the same trip.