Your stay — Sun Shine
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The Property — Sun Shine
Sun Shine makes no grand promises. It’s a compact, family-run 3-star hotel a short walk from Naama Bay, with a small pool, decent air conditioning and a buffet breakfast that includes fuul and ta’amiya. The lobby smells faintly of orange-scented cleaner, and the receptionist will likely offer mint tea on arrival. It suits budget-conscious divers and couples who want clean rooms, reliable hot water and a base for beach days — not romance or luxury.
Chronicles of Sharm el-Sheikh
Sharm el-Sheikh grew from a tiny Bedouin fishing village into a tourist hub after Israel built it as a resort during its 1967–82 occupation of Sinai. Egypt regained control in 1982 and the government actively promoted the Red Sea Riviera for scuba diving and package holidays. The 2005 Taba bombings and 2015 Russian Metrojet crash hit tourism hard, but the town has since rebounded as a destination for European charter flights. Architecturally, it’s a sprawl of low-rise hotels, concrete streets and international restaurants, with little historical fabric beyond the 1970s-era Old Market. Today its identity is firmly tied to marine tourism and winter sun holidays.
Best Time to Visit
Full Sharm el-Sheikh guide →Best months
March–May and September–November: water temps 24–28°C, air 25–35°C, moderate crowds. Diving visibility is at its peak in spring.
Peak / festival surge
July and August: temperatures hit 35–45°C, and European school holidays pack the beaches and hotels. Prices can double. No major festivals, but ‘peak season’ rates apply across the board. Ras Mohammed National Park gets very crowded.
Budget shoulder season
June and early September: still hot (35–40°C) but emptier and cheaper. October and November are even better value — comfortable heat, few crowds, room rates often 30–40% below July.
Weather & packing
Summer in Sharm is relentlessly dry and sunny, with sea breezes only along the coast. Pack a high-SPF reef-safe sunscreen, a rash guard for snorkelling, and a light cardigan for aggressively air-conditioned restaurants and taxis.
Live City Briefing — Sharm el-Sheikh
- Sharm el-Sheikh’s main road (Peace Road) is undergoing a resurfacing project through summer 2026 — expect occasional traffic delays and dust near Naama Bay.
- The Egyptian government has extended the visa-on-arrival fee waiver for tourists arriving at Sharm el-Sheikh Airport until December 2026, so you can skip the prior eVisa if staying only in South Sinai.
- Several new dive centres have opened along the jetty near Naama Bay after the 2023–24 marine-protection reforms mandated no-anchor zones — but some complained the buoys are already overused.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Sun Shine, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor facing the garden or pool (east side). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still accessible if the lift is slow. Rooms at the back of the building tend to be quieter than those facing the main road.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (noise from lobby, breakfast service, and passing guests) and any room facing the front street — Sharm el-Sheikh's main strip can have traffic and tour-bus noise until late evening.
Best views
The best view at this address is of the pool or garden to the east, or possibly of the Red Sea if the hotel is on the seafront (not guaranteed from the address). Avoid street-facing rooms, which overlook the main road and taxi rank.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 (the middle floors) are typically the quietest, being above ground-floor activity and below any rooftop noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Sharm el-Sheikh's main strip has traffic, tour coaches, and evening entertainment noise. Early mornings can be quiet, but from 10am to midnight expect street hum. Request a room away from the front entrance and any on-site bar or restaurant.
Insider tips
Ask at check-in for a room on the pool or garden side — these are generally quieter. If you arrive late, call ahead to hold a quiet room, as the night shift may allocate a street-facing room otherwise.
- 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 — Sun Shine
Free basic Wi-Fi (2 Mbps, 1 device); premium tier 100 EGP/24h (10 Mbps, up to 3 devices). Login via voucher at reception.
Single lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections.
No digital newsstand. Two physical English-language newspapers (Egypt Daily News & Sharm Insider) at reception desk daily.
Check-in from 14:00; bag drop from 10:00. Late check-out until 18:00 charged 50% of nightly rate, after 18:00 full night.
Free storage in locked room behind reception (24h access on request).
Step-free ramp at main entrance; lift to all floors; no grab rails or accessible bathrooms in standard rooms.
On-site unguarded parking for 15 cars – free. Nearest public car park (Naama Bay Parking) 2 min walk: 50 EGP/24h. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 10 EGP per person per night (collected at check-in)
Deposit & card hold: 100% advance payment required at booking; 200 EGP incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Golden Pyramids — 600 m · ~8 min walk
King Tut Museum — 399 m · ~5 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
CiB — 362 m · ~5 min walk
صيدلية د. السيد محمد السعدني — 600 m · ~8 min walk
Cotton House Karkoucha — 634 m · ~8 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Egyptian Pound, EGP
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid currency exchange at the airport or hotel bureaux where rates are poor.
Visa and Mastercard accepted in most hotels, dive centres and larger restaurants; smaller shops and taxis prefer cash.
Tip 10–15% in restaurants if service charge isn't included, 10–20 EGP to hotel staff, and round up taxi fares.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Standard Egyptian coffee or tea from a street kiosk for about 5–10 EGP.
Falafel or shawarma wrap from a local snack bar for about 25–40 EGP.
A main course of grilled chicken or kebab at a simple restaurant for around 80–120 EGP.
The area around the Old Market (Sharm el-Maya) has cheap koshari, falafel and grilled corn stalls.
Budget supermarket chains common here are Metro Market and Ragab Sons.
The Old Market has stalls selling cheap cotton T‑shirts, beachwear and souvenirs.
Minibuses (microbuses) run fixed routes for 5–10 EGP per ride; from the airport, a shared minibus to town costs about 20–30 EGP per person.
Buy drinking water in bulk from supermarkets, negotiate prices at the Old Market, and book excursions through local agents rather than hotel desks.
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 Sun Shine
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · CiB — 362 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · صيدلية د. السيد محمد السعدني — 600 m · ~8 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 Sun Shine?
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor facing the garden or pool (east side). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still accessible if the lift is slow. Rooms at the back of the building tend to be quieter than those facing the main road.
Which rooms should I avoid at Sun Shine?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (noise from lobby, breakfast service, and passing guests) and any room facing the front street — Sharm el-Sheikh's main strip can have traffic and tour-bus noise until late evening.
Is Sun Shine noisy?
Sharm el-Sheikh's main strip has traffic, tour coaches, and evening entertainment noise. Early mornings can be quiet, but from 10am to midnight expect street hum. Request a room away from the front entrance and any on-site bar or restaurant.
Which rooms have the best views at Sun Shine?
The best view at this address is of the pool or garden to the east, or possibly of the Red Sea if the hotel is on the seafront (not guaranteed from the address). Avoid street-facing rooms, which overlook the main road and taxi rank.
What are insider tips for staying at Sun Shine?
Ask at check-in for a room on the pool or garden side — these are generally quieter. If you arrive late, call ahead to hold a quiet room, as the night shift may allocate a street-facing room otherwise.
What time is check-in at Sun Shine?
Check-in at Sun Shine is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Sun Shine have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (2 Mbps, 1 device); premium tier 100 EGP/24h (10 Mbps, up to 3 devices). Login via voucher at reception.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Sun Shine?
10 EGP per person per night (collected at check-in)
Where can I eat cheaply near Sun Shine?
Falafel or shawarma wrap from a local snack bar for about 25–40 EGP.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Sun Shine?
Minibuses (microbuses) run fixed routes for 5–10 EGP per ride; from the airport, a shared minibus to town costs about 20–30 EGP per person.
When is the best time to visit Sharm el-Sheikh?
March–May and September–November: water temps 24–28°C, air 25–35°C, moderate crowds. Diving visibility is at its peak in spring.
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.