Shark's Bay Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt
Renovated
2022
Price
$$$$
Outside the door
The brand
Four SeasonsArabesque seaside village
Funiculars and buggies glide between Arabesque domes, terraced palm gardens, heated pools, and private jetties leading onto the house reef.
“The resort doubled in size and added residential apartments, villas, and 89 new rooms and suites.”
Where it shines
Remarkable
Poolside sunglass cleaning, chilled water coolers, and pre-dawn breakfast boxes for airport transfers.
Notable
Outdoor courtyard jacuzzis and herb-poultice massages inspired by ancient Pharaonic bodywork.
What they say
Two Michelin Keys
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler and Tatler.
Though a contemporary construction it’s absolutely classic in style — rather than futuristic Dubai-style bling it’s almost ostentatiously traditional, if that makes any sense.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Perched along Shark's Bay fifteen minutes from the airport, the resort offers private reef access and boat excursions across the Sinai coast.
The rooms
Modern coastal rooms feature mashrabiya-inspired shades and marble bathrooms, while private terraces look toward the Red Sea and Straits of Tiran.
The pools
Bring a swimsuit.
Freeform freshwater pools curve through palm groves toward the Red Sea, bordered by canopied cabanas and a swim-up bar.
The lap pool and gym
A dedicated lap pool sits beside crenellated stone walls, and two 24-hour fitness hubs house Technogym equipment.
Dogs stay too.
At the table
Dining spans twelve venues, including fresh seafood and sushi at Bullona and open-air charcoal grilling at Reef Grill.
There’s plenty to do at the Arabian village-style resort, with four pools lined with cabanas and a private white-sand beach at your doorstep.
How it began
Built in 2002 with Andalusian village architecture, the hillside property later doubled in scale, adding cliffside suites and direct coastal funiculars.
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Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.