Location. Spread over a network of nine islands linked by lagoons and surrounded by lush greenery, the Sheraton Miramar Resort El Gouna is modern seafront hotel mixing Arabic and Nubian architecture. The resort is located two kilometres from El Gouna, and 30 kilometres from Hurghada International Airport, an approximate driving time of 30 minutes. Hotel Features. Guests can explore the surrounding area on bicycles hired from reception and end the day with a cocktail in the Miramar Bar. The hotel also houses a gift shop, a jewellery shop and a hair salon, and offers business guests three conference rooms with a range of audio-visual equipment. Further amenities include complimentary onsite parking and a multilingual concierge service.

The Sheraton Miramar houses three restaurants: the Miramar Restaurant is an elegant, traditional eatery hung with modern chandeliers and decorated with palms, serving international dishes from an extensive buffet; the Oriental 1001 enjoys a modern Arabic setting overlooking the Red Sea and offers traditional Arabic mezze and grilled meat, and La Piscina is an intimate, romantic restaurant overlooking the pool, serving a selection of traditional Italian dishes to the accompaniment of live music.

The hotel has an outdoor pool, a private beach and a health club with fitness equipment, a massage-treatment room and a sauna. The nearest 18-hole course is one kilometre from the hotel, and onsite water sports include snorkelling and scuba diving. There are also table-tennis facilities, a billiards table, and daily activities such as water polo, aqua gym and aerobics. Night time entertainment includes folklore shows and live music.

Guestrooms. The 338 guestrooms, over three floors, feature modern Nubian decor in neutral tones and extend to balconies or terraces. Amenities include air conditioning, wireless Internet access, satellite television, direct-dial phones, hair dryers, minibars, safes and desks.

Expert Tip.The centre of El Gouna has all the benefits of a purpose-built resort, with shops, bars and a marina offering a range of restaurants.

Room Types:

Standard Classic Double:   One king or two twin beds. Modern Nubian decor in neutral tones. Balcony or terrace with views of lagoon, pool or beach. Air conditioning, wireless Internet access, satellite television, direct-dial phone, hair dryer, minibar, safe and desk.

Standard Classic Single:   One king or one twin bed. Modern Nubian decor in neutral tones. Balcony or terrace with views of lagoon, pool or beach. Air conditioning, wireless Internet access, satellite television, direct-dial phone, hair dryer, minibar, safe and desk.

Driving Directions: Getting there. Hotel staff can arrange airport transfers (complimentary) and taxis are available outside the terminal. Tuk Tuks, three-wheeler taxis, charge a fixed rate of 10 LE. Regular taxis are also available and a local shuttle bus operates, stopping throughout the resort.