Sharm El Sheikh is always crowded with visitors. Here all year round guests from all over the world relax. This is facilitated by an incredibly mild climate, moderate accommodation prices, and the high level of service inherent in local hotels. The bulk of the tourists are Russians who have chosen this resort and prefer to settle only in upscale hotel complexes.
Hotels
The most popular - four- and five-star - are built directly on the shores of the Red Sea, within walking distance from the beach. Almost all of them work on the concept of "all inclusive", which is incredibly popular among Russian tourists who do not want to think about anything other than vacation on vacation. In general, choosing this direction, those who come here for the first time should take into account that there are few sandy beaches in Sharm El Sheikh, more often the bottom is covered with pebbles. Many of the hotels are part of the worldwide hotel chains. They are famous for their presentability and variety of services offered. Vacationers can visit hotel water parks, sports clubs or health centers. If the complex is family-oriented, then its infrastructure has a lot of entertainment for children - mini-clubs, playgrounds. Many upscale Sharm El Sheikh hotels are located in the Sharm El Maya area. The most landscaped area of this resort - the promenade of Naama Bay - is built up with numerous clubs, restaurants and shops. Hotel complexes occupy as many as three lines from the sea. They have different stardom and, accordingly, the price level. Many of those who come here with children prefer to stay at the Gardenia Plaza Hotel. Sharm El Sheikh is generally rich in four-star hotels, and one of them is this complex.
Description
The hotel, located in the Sharks Bay area, two kilometers from the airport, has an area of ninety thousand square meters. Its former name is "Domina Gardenia Plaza" 4 *. The city center is seven kilometers away. Comfortable shuttles regularly leave from the hotel to the seafront in Naami Bay. Travel time is ten minutes. The Gardenia Plaza Hotel (Sharm El Sheikh) is an ideal choice for those who prefer comfort and a relaxing holiday. Built in 2001, this hotel has been renovated several times. The last major renovation was carried out in 2014. The territory is well-maintained, there are signs everywhere, there are many benches on which you can relax in the shade of palm trees. The airport is only five minutes away. For the most part, this factor is the reason for choosing this hotel, especially those who come to rest with young children: a short transfer is one of the many advantages of the Gardenia Plaza Hotel.
Hotel Rating
Gardenia Plaza Hotel (Egypt) - on a ten-point scale - tourists rated it as follows: for its location - 7.17, overall rating - 9.27, for the convenience of rooms - 8.35, service - 6.79, conditions for children - 9.13, for food - 8.67, for the work of staff - 7.18, and, finally, for the range of entertainment and leisure - 9.44. The biggest plus of this hotel is the territory.
Infrastructure
Gardenia Plaza (Sharm El Sheikh) has four stars, so it offers a very wide range of services. Its secure parking can accommodate even large tourist buses. Advance booking is not required to obtain a parking space. The registration desk operates around the clock. Tourists arriving at any time of the day are settled without delay if there is a free room. Those who have to wait can spend time in the cozy lobby. On the territory of Gardenia Plaza (Sharm El Sheikh) there is a laundry, here you can also use dry cleaning and ironing. Examination in a medical office - the service is paid. The hotel area is fenced by a low fence. She is guarded, so there is no theft here. The reception has a tour desk where you can buy inexpensive sightseeing tours, there is also an office that provides rental cars. Those who want to drive to local attractions on their own can rent a car. Tourists who did not arrange a transfer can do this right at the hotel. At the receptionist, you can propagate documents, call a taxi and use the fax. The hotel also has shops, including a grocery, gift shop, ATMs. If necessary, tourists can use a left-luggage office or rent a safe deposit box.
Housing stock
The architecture of the Gardenia Plaza Hotel (Sharm El Sheikh) and interior design are dominated by a Moorish traditional style. In total, the housing stock has four hundred and seven rooms of the categories Standard, Suite, Superior, Family Room, designed for a maximum of six people and a Junior suite. At the same time the hotel can accommodate up to nine hundred people. The rooms are equipped with new wood furniture, tiles on the floor. All that is needed for a comfortable stay - chairs, mirrors, air conditioning, a kettle and related accessories, a writing and coffee table, a sofa, armchairs - are in the rooms. Bathrooms combined. There is a shower, hairdryer, as well as daily updated all hygiene items. On the floor - non-slip ceramic tiles. Bathrobes are also provided in the apartments. The Gardenia Plaza Resort Hotel does not have elevators, since it has only three floors. Cozy balconies in front of the rooms open onto the courtyard, where one of the pools is located.
Nutrition
Gardenia Plaza Hotel works on several concepts: ultra, all inclusive, continental breakfast and half board. ” Fresh juices for any type of food are paid. The Russians, who prefer not to overload the problem of food, most often choose the concept of All Inclusive. Buffet tables are served three times a day in the main restaurant. If desired, the receptionist can order a diet or vegetarian menu. Two other restaurants, including a fish one, are pre-booked. In addition, the hotel has four bars, including the pool.
Beach
Although the bathing area is located seven kilometers away, tourists are not uncomfortable, however: every thirty minutes from nine in the morning until five in the evening a free shuttle leaves the sea to bring it back. The beach is small, pebble, so the presence of rubber slippers is desirable, especially for children. The entrance to the water is convenient. If you have the bracelet of the Gardenia Plaza Hotel (Egypt) client, sun loungers, umbrellas and mattresses are issued free of charge.
For children
The complex is positioned as a family, so its management makes a special emphasis on the amenities for small guests. A highchair in the restaurant, the possibility of requesting a special menu, an extra bed-folding bed - this is not a complete list of services for children. The hotel has an excellent playground, there is also a shallow pool where young tourists can safely swim under the supervision of specially trained staff, a mini club, and animation. The hotel territory is thought out so that parents can freely walk along convenient paths among trees and flowers with strollers.
Additional Information
Hotel Gardenia Plaza (Sharm-El-Sheikh) offers its customers many opportunities to monitor their health on vacation. On its territory there is a massage room and a sauna, there is also a wellness center. For those who want to look beautiful even on vacation, a beauty salon works. Young people who love nightlife can reach the resort center with a free shuttle service. To do this, you must pre-register with the registrar.
Sports and Entertainment
The hotel, judging by the reviews, great animation. In the evenings, there are discos near the amphitheater. Numerous water sports activities are available on the beach. Vacationers canoeing, doing banana-sailing and windsurfing. Those who wish can rent a boat or a boat. There is a diving school on the beach. Beginners under the supervision of licensed instructors are safely engaged in scuba diving. For Russians, a Russian-speaking specialist conducts classes at sea. On site you can play futsal, basketball and darts, and horse riding. Horseback riding, as well as billiards, as well as renting rackets and a ball for table tennis, is a paid service. In addition, the hotel has five pools and three water slides, including children's. Those who do not want to go to the beach have a great time sunbathing and swimming or relaxing in the bar.
Reviews
Hotel Gardenia Plaza Resort, judging by the reviews, so loved by Russians, despite its category is not considered expensive. Nevertheless, this factor does not affect the quality of the services provided in it. The hotel rooms are well-renovated, plumbing, as many tourists say, works without problems, the staff is conscientious and attentive.
Especially a lot of positive reviews about the hotel. She is always clean. Three-story buildings connected with each other form several cozy internal spaces where the pools are located. Clean water, there are always a lot of free sun loungers - this is how Russians speak of them. Regarding nutrition, the impressions of our compatriots agree on everything. Almost everyone considers food diverse. Meals were satisfied absolutely everyone, and especially for desserts. Many people liked the sightseeing tours that tourists bought at the hotel, although some believe that they overpaid. The only minus the Russians call remoteness from the sea, but the constantly shuttle shuttles smooth out this drawback. Summarizing, we can conclude that Gardenia Plaza Resort is suitable for those who prefer comfort, but at the same time do not waste money. The hotel fully justifies the four-star category, especially for the price that is installed here.