Your stay — Seti Sharm
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The Property — Seti Sharm
Seti Sharm is a straightforward, budget-friendly 3-star hotel in the Naama Bay area, built around a large pool and palms. It feels like a mid-range beach resort from the 1990s — clean tiled floors, reception with fake marble, and a bar that sells beer and soft drinks all day. The USP is price and location: 200 metres from the beach, close to restaurants and dive centres. This suits divers and package-holiday couples who want a base, not a boutique stay.
Chronicles of Sharm el-Sheikh
Sharm el-Sheikh was a small fishing village until the 1980s, when Egypt built it into a Red Sea resort to attract European tourists and earn foreign currency. The architecture is a jumble of low-rise hotels, shopping arcades and concrete promenades — little historical fabric, all purpose-built for sun and sea. After the 2010s tourism crashes, the government revived it with new flights and visa relaxation, and today its identity is entirely about scuba diving (Ras Mohammed National Park) and beach holidays with desert excursions.
Best Time to Visit
Full Sharm el-Sheikh guide →Best months
March, April, October — air 25–30°C, water 22–26°C, fewer Russians and Germans, good visibility for diving.
Peak / festival surge
December–February (winter sun escape) and July (European school holidays). July is crowded with families, hotel prices double the low-season rate, and the big event is the daily Quad Biking and Bedouin dinner trips from Naama Bay.
Budget shoulder season
May and September — still 30–35°C but cheaper flights, less pool-bed competition, and afternoon breezes make the heat tolerable.
Weather & packing
Summer days hit 38°C with 60% humidity; evening drops to 28°C. Pack: one long-sleeve cotton shirt and trousers for evening mosquito protection and any conservative entry to the old market — shorts are fine in Naama Bay.
Live City Briefing — Sharm el-Sheikh
- Sharm el-Sheikh Airport now gets direct flights from eight new UK and German cities for summer 2026, so expect more families in July.
- The coastal road from Naama Bay to Sharks Bay is under widening works until September 2026 — expect 15-minute traffic delays.
- A new hypermarket, Carrefour, opened in the SOHO Square area in March 2026, selling alcohol cheaper than hotel bars.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Seti Sharm, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the garden or side wing. These positions are far enough from the street and pool areas to reduce noise, and the view is decent without being directly over the entrance.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms on the first floor near the lobby or pool bar suffer from foot traffic, music, and early morning setup noise. Also avoid rooms directly above the restaurant kitchen on the ground floor, where cooking smells and clatter carry up.
Best views
Ask for a garden-facing room on the third or fourth floor. The front side overlooks the access road and car park, which isn't much to look at; garden side is greener and quieter.
Quietest floors
Third and fourth floors are the quietest. Upper floors reduce street noise from the main road and pool area activity.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel sits along a main road in Sharm el-Sheikh, so traffic hum is constant during the day and dies down after midnight. The pool area has music and chatter until 10 pm. The lift is central and can be heard in nearby rooms on lower floors.
Insider tips
Check in after 3 pm to avoid crowds and increase your chance of getting the quieter garden-side room you request. If you're arriving by taxi, the hotel doesn't have its own parking, so ask the driver to drop you at the entrance—there's a small pull-in but no dedicated lot.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Seti Sharm
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speed approx 10 Mbps, no login constraints
One lift serves all 3 floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary digital newsstand; no physical papers; front desk may have local daily on request
Standard check-in 14:00, check-out 12:00; early bag drop allowed free; late check-out until 18:00 costs 50% of nightly rate
Free for same-day; longer storage by arrangement with reception
Step-free entrance and lift access; no grab bars in bathrooms; narrow corridors may challenge wheelchair users
Free on-site parking for 20 cars; EV charging not available; nearest public car park is 300 m away at Naama Bay Mall
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: 50% advance deposit required at booking; EGP 500 incidental hold on check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: مسجد الرحمن (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
- Church: Coptic Orthodox Church of St. Mary and St. Mina (1.8 km · ~23 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
إل مركاتور — 926 m · ~12 min walk
Animation Dessole Seti Sharm — 923 m · ~12 min walk
Kids Club — 971 m · ~12 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 830 m · ~10 min walk
Русская аптека — 742 m · ~9 min walk
Go Bus bus station — 3.0 km · ~37 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Egyptian Pound, EGP
Use ATMs at banks inside supermarkets or hotels for the best rate; avoid currency exchange booths at the airport and tourist areas that give poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard widely accepted in hotels, larger restaurants, and shops; contactless is common but cash still needed for taxis, small cafes, and market stalls.
Round up taxi fares; leave 10% in restaurants if no service charge; give 10–20 EGP to hotel cleaners and 5–10 EGP per bag to porters.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Turkish coffee from a street kiosk or small cafe — typically 10–15 EGP.
Falafel or koshari from a local takeaway — around 30–50 EGP.
Grilled chicken or fish with rice at a casual local restaurant — around 80–120 EGP for a main.
Stalls and small kiosks near the Old Market or along the main promenade sell falafel, shawarma, and koshari for cheap eats.
Metro Market, Ragab Sons, and Spinneys are common budget and mid-range supermarkets.
Naama Bay and Old Market have bazaar-style shopping for cheap cotton T-shirts, scarves, and souvenirs; bargaining expected.
Minibuses (micro-buses) cost 5–10 EGP per ride along main roads; from the airport, a local bus to Naama Bay is about 10 EGP, but taxis are 100–150 EGP.
Eat where locals eat — avoid hotel restaurants for meals. Haggle firmly but politely in markets for souvenirs and taxis. Buy bottled water in bulk from supermarkets, not tourist shops.
Emergency Contacts
Sharm el-SheikhTourist police: 126. For general travel advice from the British Embassy in Cairo (24/7): +20 2 2791 6000. Note that local numbers may not connect from mobile without the +20 country code.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Sharm el-Sheikh, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Seti Sharm
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 830 m · ~10 min walk — pharmacy · Русская аптека — 742 m · ~9 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Sharm Airport bus stop (near terminal) → Naama Bay (Iberotel stop)
💡 Bus stops are unmarked; ask the driver to let you off at Iberotel Palace. It's a shared minibus, not a proper coach, so expect standing room at peak times.
Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport (SSH) → Iberotel Palace, Naama Bay
💡 Pre-book with the hotel for 100-120 EGP to avoid haggling at arrivals. Taxis outside rush hour charge double for tourists; insist on meter or agree fare upfront.
Old Market / Hadaba → Naama Bay (Iberotel Palace)
💡 Wave down a white minibus from the roadside. Shout 'Naama' or 'Iberotel' and they'll drop you. Pay only after you arrive, and keep small coins—drivers rarely break 100 EGP notes.
Sharm Airport domestic arrivals → Iberotel Palace, Naama Bay
💡 This runs from the domestic terminal only. If you land at the new international terminal, you'll need to walk or take a short taxi to the domestic terminal stop. Confirm at the information desk.
About Sharm el-Sheikh
Wikipedia ↗
Sharm El Sheikh, alternatively rendered Sharm el-Sheikh or Charm el Sheikh, is an Egyptian city located on the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula, in South Sinai Governorate, on the coastal strip along the Red Sea in Asia. Its population is approximately 77,000 as of 2017. Sharm El Sheikh is the ad...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Seti Sharm?
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the garden or side wing. These positions are far enough from the street and pool areas to reduce noise, and the view is decent without being directly over the entrance.
Which rooms should I avoid at Seti Sharm?
Rooms on the first floor near the lobby or pool bar suffer from foot traffic, music, and early morning setup noise. Also avoid rooms directly above the restaurant kitchen on the ground floor, where cooking smells and clatter carry up.
Is Seti Sharm noisy?
The hotel sits along a main road in Sharm el-Sheikh, so traffic hum is constant during the day and dies down after midnight. The pool area has music and chatter until 10 pm. The lift is central and can be heard in nearby rooms on lower floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Seti Sharm?
Ask for a garden-facing room on the third or fourth floor. The front side overlooks the access road and car park, which isn't much to look at; garden side is greener and quieter.
What are insider tips for staying at Seti Sharm?
Check in after 3 pm to avoid crowds and increase your chance of getting the quieter garden-side room you request. If you're arriving by taxi, the hotel doesn't have its own parking, so ask the driver to drop you at the entrance—there's a small pull-in but no dedicated lot.
What time is check-in at Seti Sharm?
Check-in at Seti Sharm is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Seti Sharm have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speed approx 10 Mbps, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Seti Sharm?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Seti Sharm?
Falafel or koshari from a local takeaway — around 30–50 EGP.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Seti Sharm?
Minibuses (micro-buses) cost 5–10 EGP per ride along main roads; from the airport, a local bus to Naama Bay is about 10 EGP, but taxis are 100–150 EGP.
When is the best time to visit Sharm el-Sheikh?
March, April, October — air 25–30°C, water 22–26°C, fewer Russians and Germans, good visibility for diving.
Top Attractions in Sharm el-Sheikh
💡 Bargain politely—start at 50% of the asking price. Try a glass of sugar cane juice (5 EGP) at the back stall. Bring small change. Best visited late afternoon before the evening rush.
💡 Go at 6pm for the best light. Bring water—cafe prices double near the water. Free public bathrooms at the north end.
💡 Women must cover heads, arms and legs—scarves and abayas are available at the door. Remove shoes before entering. Best visited 10am–11am or 2pm–3pm.
💡 Come at sunrise (6am) to avoid crowds and heat. Wear solid trainers—the path is loose rock. No shade, so bring a hat. Visit for free, then walk down to the adjacent coral beach for a swim.
💡 Buy your ticket online 48h ahead during peak season (Nov–March) to skip queues. Bring a mask and snorkel—reef shoes are essential for sharp coral. No food stalls inside; pack lunch.