Sofitel Taba Heights Hotel

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I stayed at the Sofitel for two weeks June 07 with my boyfriend we had a fantastic time! The best holiday ever!! I would definitely recommend this hotel it is great! I couldn't fault the hotel for anything.
I was worried about the food as I do not have a strong stomach and am a very fussy eater!! I was very impressed by the wide selection of what the restaurant had to offer, there was enough options for everyone to find something what they like!! In the time we were at the hotel we didn't fall ill once because we drank enough water. I have a very week stomach and the food was great. The people who moan about the food drink to much alcohol and not enough water!!!
As for finding things to do, I was very impressed. Ignore any one when they say they got bored because a holiday is what you make it and only boring people get board! There is plenty to do I definitely recommend Cairo, quad biking Jeep safari and the visit to the blue hole.
I felt very safe in the hotel and in Taba! I have heard some story's about Egypt but don't let anyone put you off, the people are so friendly! The hotel and the town were very well maintained and clean.
The staff at the hotel were brilliant so helpful and friendly. The hotel provided good entertainment if you wanted to pay extra. Definitely do the Bedouin night on the beach!! And the oriental restaurant is great too!
Only one thing.. Buy your snorkeling equipment and shoes for the sea before you go because the hotel shop really is a rip off!
But overall the hotel in a 20/10 I am definitely going to return to the Sofitel next year!!

Just returned from a lovely week at the Sofitel, Taba Heights. Reading through the reviews below, I would completely agree with what has been said, although have only given 8 out of 10 because:
The food, although perfectly adequate, was not up to 5 star standards. We consider ourselves to have "cast iron stomachs" and this was the first holiday we were both ill. There was not much choice and if we had stayed for more than a week, we would have been bored.
The entertainment - err, what entertainment would that be? Nonexistent, especially in the evenings.
Neither of these would put us off returning. The staff were the friendliest we have ever come across (we did not tip at all); the hotel is beautifully laid out, extremely clean and has excellent facilities. Weather was fab and as mentioned below - the snorkelling is fantastic.

Just returned from a fantastic two week holiday at the Sofitel. Will try and cover everything quickly!
HOTEL - Very spacious, spread out but with plenty of signs to point you in the right direction. High ceilings, nice and cool.
ROOMS - A good size. We upgraded to a Plaza Room which meant a much larger balcony, great views across the pool area towards Jordan and Saudi. Also had fresh fruit and large bottles of water delivered every day to the room along with tea and coffee making facilities - a must for me!! Bathrooms have a big shower but no bath. Rooms are cleaned every day and are absolutely spotless, they even brush down the ceilings!
STAFF - The staff at the Sofitel were excellent. Everybody we spoke to was friendly and polite. We didn't tip them at the beginning of our stay as we were advised to do as would rather tip after having received good service. We ended up tipping several of the staff as they were so good. Mohamed in La Sultana bar is great but make sure you have good manners - you'll be rewarded with very large measures in your drinks! It's also worth being extra nice to the pizza guy as you get extra cheese on your pizza which is needed as they're not great!
FOOD - All in all very good. lots of choice. Nights are themed International, Mediterranean, Oriental, French, Tex Mex, Seafood and Italian. Plenty of hot choices as well as salads.
The snack bar by the pool only serves pizza (not good) and pasta (not good) on the all inclusive but you can pay a bit extra and get something from the "A la carte" menu which is much nicer.
The Asiatique restaurant is basically a rip off. We ate there on the Friday before we came home and regretted it as soon as we got the bill. Our waiter told us that we got a large discount as we were on all inclusive but it turned out to only be 30 Egyptian pounds each (£3 english) and our bill was nearly £80 English pounds. A bottle of wine is £40. The food was nice but not all that and again would recommend going up to the Three Corners Hotel and eating at either Chez Pacal or El Fuego the mexican.
POOL - The pools are lovely, one fresh water and one salt. Couldn't complain about them at all.
BEACH - Hotel is right on the beach. Sandy although with some stones at the waters edge. Unfortunately there is the usual problem with towels being placed on sunbeds very early in the morning and not being able to get one, but speak to the recreation guys on the beach and if there's obviously not been anyone there they'll remove the towels for you. The sea is lovely, goes out a long way before it gets deep. There is a small section marked off for swimming with no rocks or coral. THE MARINE LIFE IS AMAZING! You must buy a snorkel (from the Three Corners Hotel up the road as the shop in the Sofitel is extremely expensive) and some swim shoes and get out to see the fish. We saw lion fish (be careful), rays, octopus, sea snakes, parrot fish and the list goes on. Watch out for jellyfish as my boyfriend got stung a few times. There are three jetties but the two down past the Hyatt are the best to swim off.
PLEASE DON'T WALK ON THE ROCKS AND CORAL AS IT DESTROYS THE FISH. We saw too many people totally disregarding the notices and walking over the corals which was really sad.
WHERE TO EAT - Make sure you get the shuttle bus up to the Three Corners and have a meal at Chez Pascal - it's excellent. You can have a starter, drinks, cocktails and Chateaubriand for about £15 each and the steaks are out of this world. We went there three times!!
All in all it was a great holiday and we're taking our daughters back in April.

Just returned from a brilliant honeymoon in Taba Heights. Weather was fantastic all week, hotel was stunning, and people were extremely friendly and helpful.
Resort we stayed in was in a area by the red sea, 10 mins away from the shops and restaurants, but a free shuttle bus ran most of the day transporting people from all hotels in the area to and from hotels to the town and the water sport centre. Little moan about this service, was it could be a little confusing as to which shuttle bus to get on, so check with driver to make sure they are going to your hotel.
Hotel Sofitel was stunning, very clean, and with three pools to hand plenty of room in and around the pool area. Never had any problems getting a sunbed at any time of the day.
Beech area was the same, very spacious and no problems getting sunbeds.
Biggest moan about the hotel was the entertainment; the so called animation team were very inconsistent in what they did. Times are advertised as to what is going on at what time but when turned up to participate, no event was going on for whatever reason.
I say for whatever reason because there was no communication as to why the event did not go ahead.
Evening entertainment was poor. The same animation team had the evening program to do which did not start until 11pm. Only saw 6 animation team members but not all at the same time. Most seen at the same time were 4 when they were doing the routine dance at 12:15pm next to the pool.
Don't get me wrong the members themselves were friendly enough; just think they were very short in staffing levels to cope with the amount of people at the resort.
All in all would highly recommend this resort and holiday destination to anyone who is looking to go to Egypt.

My wife and I and two friends have just returned from our holiday in Taba. We Booked with Peltours, who are not one of the big names, but who have been operating in Egypt for some time now. Flights were with "Astreus Airlines", a British company, but whom we had never heard of, but had read some reports about them before we left. Generally speaking unless you pay for extra leg room (£30 one way and you can't book the return trip in the UK) it is a bit cramped. The mid section of the plane is the next area with the most room (and that isn't much) but towards the rear where the Fuselage of the plane narrows there is even less room. The food provided was however some of the best I have had on any chartered flights and the staff were very good.
We reached the Sofitel about 21.30hrs and the staff at reception were more concerned that we had something to eat and that we could come and book in after dinner. This we did and on returning to reception, our keys were waiting and we were shown to our rooms, with our luggage arriving a few minutes later. The rooms were spacious and well appointed, with plenty of hanging space and drawers. Bathroom towels are changed as you wish, but you are asked to be sensible.
There is acres of space in the hotel grounds and Private beach and we never saw a problem with "Towels" whilst talking about them, Beach towels are provided and can be changed every day if required.
The staff at this hotel from management to gardeners are some of the friendliest we have come across, some would say, that is because they are looking for tips, but that is for you to decide.
On the subject of Food, again not everybody will be happy. Yes it can be repetitive and not always to everyone's liking on a particular night, but we always found enough choices and there is always plenty, however if you are a "Creme Caramel" fan like my wife and friend, you need to keep your eyes on the Puddings and cakes table as it isn't there long.
We went on a trip to Petra in Jordan, an hour and a half by Boat and a further hour by coach. When you get there you then have a downhill walk over rough stony ground for a further half hour to reach the temple. I mention this for any persons who have walking difficulties, as the walk back is obviously uphill. I would check with your tour Rep if you have any doubts.
The snorkelling just off the beach is superb for those that like it and because there is a coral reef, there is no motorised water sports off the hotel beach and so you are very safe.
We all enjoyed our time there and certainly would go back. Our age group? All retired.

We chose this holiday as it was our first holiday for over 15 months. In fact it was our honeymoon.
We arrived early evening and it was very dark, once you got through the airport farce and on the coach it can be quite unnerving. You cannot see a thing only the armed guard in front and behind the coach. No street lights as nothing to see, only dark...
When we got to the hotel it was amazing, Big wow factor. You have to hand over your passport and collect it the next day. No problems. They take your bags to your room and yet another 'WOW' it is very clean and very luxurious. All Towels and Soap, shower gel, Shampoo provided plenty of loo rolls.
Bars and restaurant areas clean and relaxing. Food very well presented but can get a bit repetitive. We found the buffet self service a bit tiresome but they do have an alternative restaurant that you can use for a small cost. Food and drink including water is available all day long, you cannot go hungry or thirsty.
Beach and pool areas are well maintained with plenty of sun beds and brollies. Collect your towels for the day from the towel bar plonk yourself where ever and let the sun do the work because there is plenty of it, hot hot hot.
You must try the Thai massage. We had ours the day we were leaving and it was fantastic, it can be a bit brutal but it’s a must, but not for the faint hearted.
If you can wake up early enough to see the sun rise over Israel you will not regret it, stunning.
Staff very helpful, polite, and courteous especially if you treat them the same.
Overall a great trip for us to relax and recharge. Trips are available to the pyramids and such like but we did not do any. We found plenty to occupy us around the complex. Don’t forget to take your snorkel as it’s like being in a tropical fish tank once you are in the sea.
Great stuff.
We would recommend this holiday for couples of all ages.

Well what can I say; it was our third time back to Taba, second to the Sofitel.
The food, accommodation and service is fantastic. There is nothing there that we could ever fault. They cater for everyone.
This time for the first year we tried the Spa and had a massage, excellent value for money.
My Partner and friend used the golf course twice during our stay and said the course was fantastic (although an early tee time is recommended). The cruise to Coral Island was fantastic and a try dive whilst there is a must.
All in all a fantastic holiday and yes we will be making our fourth visit soon.

I have just found this site that is why the delay in posting. Sofitel is fabulous, the staff are trained to a very high standard, all are friendly, but do not intrude.
The bedrooms along with furnishings are of a very high quality, and the cleanliness is first class. The Hotel is very clean, the gardens, pools and beach are magnificent.
The restaurant is good, always a reasonable selection. I came, back after three days have booked to go back to Sofitel in April 08, a relaxing holiday.

I've just come back from a fantastic 2 weeks in the Sofitel hotel with Thomson holidays and I have to say, me, my husband and four daughters have really enjoyed ourselves.
The hotel is really clean and tidy. We thought our large rooms were brilliant they overlooked the sea and the views at night were spectacular. They were also interconnecting which was ideal for our younger ones.
The hotel is very well laid out and there was never any trouble getting sun beds where we wanted them, which was in the middle of the pools by the jacuzzi.
We also used the jetty from the Hyatt hotel next door for snorkelling from, as it was a deeper part of the sea, although the jetty from the Sofitel was ok if you liked to be able to reach the bottom.
The food was really, really good with loads of choice and between as all we tried nearly everything. It was also really good that there were plenty of water machines available.
I also have to say that none of us caught a tummy bug of any sort, which I think has to be a good sign.
The trip to the Dead sea in Israel was the highlight of our holiday as was the cable car up to king Herod’s palace, which has a fantastic view.
Many thanks to Mary our rep who was really good and helpful, especially when she arranged for my daughter to have a birthday cake sent via singing waiters after her dinner.
I now plan to try the Nile next now I have a taste for Egypt!

I have just returned from what I can only describe as a fantastic holiday. I stayed there for 2 weeks and didn’t want to come home.
The hotel itself is spotless, the staff are great nothing is too much trouble, the only thing they don’t do is sunbath for you.
The food was great, different themed every night. If you can’t find anything nice to eat there then you are too fussy. The cakes are to die for, they are fantastic, so much choice. Whilst we were there they opened a pizza hut in the bar fresh pizzas every day they are scrummy.
The hotel itself is perfect the views are great, the sea is a rollover from you sunlounger.
I would highly recommend this hotel, we took our 4 year old and she had a fantastic time. The entertainment is ok, they try their hardest but they work long hours for little pay.
It pays to pay the towel men a couple of pound as a tip when you get there, they put the towels on your sunbed that is yours for your stay.
Overall I have nothing bad to say about the Sofitel.
I will be returning next year infact I booked it yesterday. If you love golf my husband played 3 times and took his golf clubs with him, he said it was great. He played at 7 in morning it gets to hot after that he recommends it, the golf clubs you hire are alright they even cleaned his clubs and shoes you don’t get that here.
Sorry this is so long but I could go on and tell you more, highly recommended by us all.