Sol Sharm

On reading the comments on this site I felt that I had to put my comments on, as I can't believe that people are talking about the same hotel as we stayed in.
The Sol Sharm was great - the staff are absolutely brilliant and cannot do enough for you.
The entertainments team were fantastic - yes some of the shows were not first class but come on, at the end of the day they are a group of guys who are doing their best to please a lot of people - they are not fully trained entertainers if those are the sort of shows you want - go on a Cruise Ship!
The food wasn't Michelin Star standard but at the end of the day you get what you pay for. All food that we ate was totally edible and there was also a good choice and if you can't find anything eat the pasta that is freshly cooked in front of you. The salads are ok to eat as everything is washed in bottled water.
Yes I had a slight stomach upset for 1 day but at the end of the day you get that on most holidays - if you do suffer don't bother taking English medication it doesn't work - get yourself down to the pharmacy at the Baron Hotel and they will give you tablets - they worked within hours on me and I was fine from that point.
The cleanliness of the Hotel, rooms, and surrounding areas is fantastic and if there is a spillage by the pool someone will be there within seconds to mop it up.
I hope my comments make up for some of the negative ones on this site, we only returned on the 28th June and am looking to go back in October and also to go back next June and meet all the friends that we made this year - Can't wait!!

Our hearts sank when we first arrived; the whole area is a giant building site. All worries evaporated when we arrived at our hotel.
The accommodation was beautiful, comfortable, and spotless. The staff were all exceptional, helpful, and friendly. At no time were we made to feel tips were expected though we were more than happy with the service to pass on a few £1 coins.
It was very humbling how well they all spoke English and I’ve resolved to have a few words of Arabic before I go back.
We were all inclusive and the food was fab, long serving times and wide range of dishes with chefs cooking up fresh omelettes and pasta for the less adventurous. Am surprised at previous comments re 'watered down' beer, the local beer and even the wines on offer were totally acceptable.
The hotel is a wee way from the lights of Naama bay but the hotel transport is reliable and staff are happy to organise taxis- although a ride in one is an adventure in itself!!
The entertainment team were bit on cheesy side and we only went to one of the shows they put on, preferring to spend our evenings by the pool bar. They were very good at entertaining the children round the pool during the day however.
If you’re looking for plenty to do and a party resort then a hotel closer to Naama bay may be better for you. My pal and I were looking for a holiday of sun and relaxation and that’s exactly what we got.
We would go back in a heartbeat, and are planning a return before Christmas.
Big thanks to all hotel staff.

We’ve just come back from a great holiday! It’s a great place absolutely fantastic!
We only went for a week but wish it was longer. All the staff were helpful and kind. And always smiling!
The animation team were great set off lads! Had a good laugh!
Definitely recommended it! Going back again in Feb.

Hi All.
We have just returned from having a fantastic time at the Sol Sharm, this is the third time we have visited the hotel and it just gets better every time.
The staff are friendly, the rooms are clean and very well kept and anything you ask for is no problem to them.
The Animation team are excellent and provide us with different entertainment every evening and round the pool and also on the beach. The beach is a 5 minute walk away or you can get the shuttle bus which leaves the hotel every so often.
We have been so often now we feel like Egypt is our second home and on arrival at the airport we were greeted by 2 members of the Animation team, who had been sent to pick us up and take us to the hotel. Thus saving on fighting for a good price in the awaiting taxi's at the airport.
We are going back again in Nov/Dec this year as we cannot keep away! A good time is always had, very much recommended.
The Oo Oo girls!!

Had a fabulous time at the Sol Sharm. The hotel is 4* but the staff can't do enough for you and are so pleasant, it was a 5* by other hotel standards.
The hotel was always so clean; the restaurants always served fresh food made in front of you for example, the pasta in the Italian corner.
The entertainment staff were what made the holiday for me and my boyfriend they were so good. I've never seen anything like it before. Every night they did a show 1000-1200, always something different.
For example one night they were walking on glass whilst holding up members of the audience, the next they are a drag show!
We had such an enjoyable time that we are going to go back in May!
The weather for me was perfect because it was really hot but there was a breeze so it’s manageable.
I would recommend quad biking to anyone that goes to Sharm, we went Valentines Day and it was spectacular to watch the sun set whist in the dessert, magical!

When we stayed at Sol Sharm, the hotel had only been open for about 6 months.
The building itself was attractive and well designed and our room was a decent size and clean.
However, as two single females we were continually harassed by male hotel staff, our room was very close to the pool, which meant that we were constantly subjected to very loud Italian house music (day and night), and the food in the restaurant was dreadful.
We spent an awful lot of money on taxis getting in to Naama Bay every night to escape rude Italians and bad food.
We have since travelled to Sharm El Sheikh 4 more times and have discovered that hotel food is just not good anywhere here (including Luxor) and you are much better off going room only or B&B and eating out as the food (especially in Naama Bay and Old Sharm) is excellent and very well priced.
I would not stay at Sol Sharm again.

The Sol Sharm hotel was clean and staff friendly. Food wasn’t that good they didn’t cater for children.
Entertainment staff were interested in them selves rather than the guests, the music was very loud around the pool at times, and pool staff were excellent, we didn’t go in the pool as the water was ice cold the Red sea was warmer.
The New Years Eve Gala meal was brilliant, all different kinds of foods it was lovely, show was okay.
But overall we had a good time, if we go back to Egypt we will go to another hotel.

The first thing that I would tell you is do not let them take your suitcases as you get of the plane as they expect money!
We got there at night and there seemed to be nothing there. The food was repetitive and the all inclusive bar is upstairs. Also don’t eat the salad or fruit as you will feel sick.
You will have to put up with them asking for a tip (the chef wanted 5 English pounds of me.)The animation team are very good with us but do the same activities everyday! The entertainment of a night is the same every week but some shows are very good. The beach is a 5 minute walk away but you can get the shuttle bus for free.
To be honest you couldn't come here for two weeks because there’s nothing to do. Naama bay 15 minutes away and you get hassled by them! The shops in the hotel are nothing special. Also the beer is watered down so if anyone is looking to come here to get drunk it will be hard.
The hotel is clean but building work is everywhere round the hotel. There are a few shops near the baron hotel which is roughly a 10 minute walk. Mosquito’s are everywhere so I would suggest bringing long clothing too!

As we arrived at the Egyptian airport I thought this was going to be the worst holiday of my life, until we arrived at the sol sharm and it was just amazing! Everyone was so friendly the hotel was kept clean 24/7 the staff in the hotel were all very helpful and friendly.
We could not fault our room it was just beautiful. The view was just amazing, our rooms were always cleaned well and towels were laid out on our bed everyday with a different animal or a flower.
The food was fantastic it was all freshly cooked just for you there was everything you could want and more. The pool was a little deep but always warm and the swim up bar was fab. We just sat in the sun all day in the pool drinking.
We went into nama bay one night and I hated it there, I was glad we were in the sol sharm hotel as it seemed the best choice.
We will be returning to this hotel without a doubt.

Booked on a half board basis, we upgraded to all inclusive as the drinks were extortionate. Very good accommodation, clean and well thought out. We had a nice terrace with a view of the pool. Plenty of sun beds.
Advertised daytime activities rarely took place or took place at random times so consequently our teenage children got quite bored. Some of the activity team seemed to think they were on holiday too. Food was quite good but got a bit repetitive as did the evening entertainment.
You need to find your own amusement and Naama Bay and Old Sharm are worth a visit. Trips can be booked there for a fraction of what the hotel reps charge e.g. we paid £100 for all 4 of us to go to Cairo as opposed to £135 each that the reps were charging. We followed exactly the same itinerary. Beach and snorkeling are good.
The hotel is quite isolated and there is non-intrusive building work going on. You are near to the airport but there is no problem with noise.
Nice pools which don't get overcrowded. The resort is going to get very big.