Location. The Creative Mexicana Sharm Resort is located in Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt, two kilometres from the historic part of the town and six kilometres from Naama Bay with restaurants, bars, and nightlife. The airport is 15 kilometres from the hotel. Hotel Features. This traditional-style hotel is built around the two swimming pools, and there is a convenience store on site and a Bedouin corner. The hotel also offers a complimentary shuttle service to the private beaches.

The Mexicana Sharm Resort features the restaurants Sombrero and Alfredo, where international and Italian dishes are served. The Steak House offers grilled meat, and there are two poolside bars and a disco on site. A complimentary breakfast buffet is available in the morning, and the half-board rate includes breakfast and lunch or dinner.

Guests can swim in the hotel's own pools or in the sea off the two private beaches. Scuba diving and snorkelling can be arranged, and there are tennis courts, billiards and ping-pong tables on site. A massage therapist is available on request.

Guestrooms. The 190 air-conditioned guestrooms have balconies or patios. All are stylishly furnished and decorated in bright and natural colours. Bathrooms have shower/bath combinations, and all guestrooms are equipped with satellite television, direct-dial telephones, and Internet connections (surcharge). Further amenities include minibars and safes. A half-board rate is available.

Expert Tip. Scuba diving is one of the most popular activities in the area, especially in the nature reserve of Ras Mohamed, where coral reefs, colourful underwater life and famous shipwrecks can be found.

Room Types:

Standard Room:   One double or two twin beds. Sliding glass doors to terrace or balcony. Satellite television, safe, and minibar. Bathroom with shower/bath combination, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryer.

Driving Directions: From Sharm el Sheikh Airport (SSH): Distance to Creative Mexicana Sharm Resort is 10 kilometres, approximately 25 minutes' drive.

Getting there. The hotel recommends airport transfer by regular taxis or hired car. There are several car rental desks in the terminal. Tourist taxis are available but charge the double rate of regular taxis. Minibuses wait outside the terminal, but only leave for Sharm el Sheikh when full. The journey takes 20 minutes.

Getting around. Walking is one option to get around Sharm el Sheikh. Public transport is available in form of taxis and minibuses, both of which can be hailed down in the street. Driving a car is possible, but not necessarily the safest option.