Hotel Shams Alam Beach Resort(4 stars)
37 Baghdad St. EL Korba Cairo Egypt Show mapAt a glance
- The Hotel is very clean (15) "The Hotel is very clean" found in 46 reviews
- " A delightful Hotel for divers and windsurfers or those just looking to chill out for a week. The staff are extremely friendly and polite along with a good understanding of the English language. The Hotel is very clean and the standard of food is very good. The only down side is that if your an avid meat eater ... "March 2012
- " Good hotel "February 2012
- " Secluded location. The next ( real) five star hotel is located tight 2 kilometer away and is on the beach. Nothing else going on, their really ... "January 2012
- " nice small hotel , with informal. Very friendly and helpful staff. Nice diving, with super nice staff. The boats ... "December 2011
- " Good hotel , friendly, not so crowdy, very italien. Hotel amusement good be better when they speak ... "May 2012
- " beach clean and tidy loungers okay. excellent diving under German Line animation discreet "November 2011
- " Good hotel , perfect for snorkeling "June 2011
- " Attentive run hotel, which is the best to develop the ecotourism is, because of the natural location ( Mangroves, coral Gardens in good condition ), the design as' smaller' family-friendly and quiet hotel with so relaxed atmosphere, ideal to ... "May 2012
- " Attentive run hotel, which is the best to develop the ecotourism is, because of the natural location ( Mangroves, coral Gardens in good condition), the design as' smaller' family-friendly and quiet hotel with so relaxed atmosphere, ideal to relax from unhitch for stressed city Dwellers! "May 2012
- " Beach directly in front of the hotel with wonderful reef nearby to the snorkeling. German run diving centre right next to the hotel. the hotel is very peaceful and isolated. About an hour and a half driving by bus from the airport Marsa Alam. In my time ... "February 2012
- " ... Guides. Beautiful Dive Sites. very helpful and experienced Bootsbesatzung, even when stormy weather everything well in the grasp had. Lunch was on the boat very leckes food. A boat was in a very good condition , the other rather of renovation. "February 2012
- " A offering a clear view comfortable hotel, it should not advanced to be. It provides for value preservation. In the garden area will always new Ideas implemented. A quiet hotel , provided the Italian entertainers are not exaggerating the volume of the music, which is a ... "January 2012
- " The hotel corresponded fully to our expectations. Great hotel for sportsmen, if you no entertainment, disco, shopping etc. searches. Hotel, restaurant, ... "December 2011
- " Very pleasant stay . The staff was very friendly. Quiet Location. Diving centre very well organized. Beautiful ... "October 2011
- " great hotel for relaxing "November 2011
- The staff are extremely friendly (15) "The staff are extremely friendly" found in 27 reviews
- " A delightful Hotel for divers and windsurfers or those just looking to chill out for a week. The staff are extremely friendly and polite along with a good understanding of the English language. The Hotel is very clean ... "March 2012
- " ... surprised to find two spacious double rooms with a connecting door. The cleanliness of the bedroom was good, however the housekeeping/room service could have done more in the bathroom. The ho tel staff was very frie ndly and helpful. When we arrived late at the hotel after a long transfer from Hurgada, they ... "October 2011
- " as a beach holiday recommendable nonetheless, staff are very friendly , kitchen really makes an effort but unfortunately the food the taste, very remote location of ... "February 2012
- " nice small hotel, with informal. Very friendly and helpful staff . Nice diving, with super nice staff. The boats should be condemned! I would stay here again and ... "December 2011
- " I have my 3. stay at this hotel envisioned. The staff are very friendly and helpful . Wishes dealt with quickly running. For those seeking tranquillity and families alike. The ... "July 2012
- " Good solid hotel. Perfect for snorkeling, since the reef begins at the beach. Very good for surfers and divers. It is also a gym and a massage centre. The staff is very friendly , flexible and efficient However, you should not forget to home. Shopping possibilities are not ... "June 2011
- " very friendly staff with English and partially. German Thereof. My requests were very quick and uncomplicated ... "February 2012
- " ... fully to our expectations. Great hotel for sportsmen, if you no entertainment, disco, shopping etc. searches. Hotel, restaurant, gardens and sandy beach are very clean and well maintained. Very good service and friendly staff. Very good value for money. "December 2011
- " ... Great hotel for sportsmen, if you no entertainment, disco, shopping etc. searches. Hotel, restaurant, gardens and sandy beach are very clean and well maintained. Very good service and friendly staff . Very good value for money. "December 2011
- " Very pleasant stay. The staff was very friendly . Quiet Location. Diving centre very well organized. Beautiful Reefs. No Pack Diving. ... "October 2011
- " nice small hotel with a wonderful snorkeling possibilities. Friendly staff and with love laid out garden area. Nice room with a balcony and view of the sea ... "November 2011
- " the staff are friendly and discreet. the front desk is very helpful. As I no radio reception with my cell phone( ... "February 2012
- " ... the beach after about, without any need to increase coral reefs, which not self-evident in this area is the beach was flat and, for the most part sandy. Perfect for children and elderly people. The staff is very friendly and helpful . Food is greatbefore the dinner out. Particularly the bathroom was in need of a face lift, but ... "December 2011
- " Since 5 years I come 2 times in the year for 4 weeks there and the feeling right at home. The staff and the hotel management give the feeling become a major family to belong. All are very friendly . The hotel is an architectural Prachtleistung and the garden is very well maintained. The rooms ... "March 2012
- " ... the beach power, surfing, snorkeling or diving here be comfortable. The nearby riff is impressive and the nature reserve Wadi Gemal is adjacent to the hotel at. Wishes to improve are admitted and the staff are very friendly . The food has this year improved enormously. Also vegetarians come at their expense. "May 2012
- Balcony with a view of the sea (6) "Balcony with a view of the sea" found in 6 reviews
- " Good equipped room. As mentioned, not more brand new and nevertheless comfortable. Beautiful balcony with a view of the sea . "February 2012
- " ... middle a wonderful neat garden, and is visible, well signposted, built. The rooms are in a Nubian-oriental style built.(Ground floor has terrace with a view of the sea, upstairs and a spacious balcony with a view of the sea ) we were on the top floor unit, and the 'round' ceiling reminded us of a small Chapel, the ... "January 2012
- " We were with our 3 children (9.6, 2), as well as with a known family, also 3 children (10.5, 5), for 1 week in the hotel. Very spacious rooms , nice area. In our day not much going on. The here partially. Clearly negative criticism at the ... "February 2012
- " A tasteful built Resort, right next to the sea, with 160 rooms on 2 floors. The rooms are spacious and have either terrace or balcony. The rooms were in groups and a service-it is assumed, the ... "February 2012
- " the room was spacious and had, in the upper floor, a high Kuppeldecke. TV, fridge, safe, telephone: everything ... "February 2012
- " big room with enough room in the closet. Standard safe in the closet sideways. All room with a sea view. ... "January 2012
- The swimming pool is small (1) "The swimming pool is small" found in 1 review
- " ... you to sunbath and lazing around. Windschirme to ensure that one also in wintertime nice brown can. Directly by the beach you can snorkeling and you can see the most beautiful fish and corals. The swimming pool is small there was currently no shops where you could go shopping (maybe seasonal?). There is a ' ... "February 2012
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The most helpful favorable review
For 7 years i come every year 2 time for 4-5 weeks (february and november) the shams alam, because i am there all around comfort and me well erhole. I have every time on arrival the feeling right at home, so friendly, i will welcome. One worries there for the guests and help you where it is. The hotel is peaceful and just love it. … read more
The most helpful critical review
It is unfortunately, that a so well located, small hotel within three years can be run down this much. The whole furnishing, no matter wether within or outside of the hotel should urgently be renewed. The only positive was the staff's hospitality, as soon as this we noticed were German, they were nochfreundlicher. … read more
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Hotel in general
- " Beautiful hotel, unfortunately very poor service in the restaurant with queues at the drinks station, the waiters can better Italian than English. Unfortunately, would be a recommendable hotel. " Read moreJuly 2012
- " It is a very informal and friendly atmosphere, very quiet, only a few animation, so a hotel for people the the peace and quiet love. The hotel is already somewhat older, the rooms and bathrooms are newly renovated. Beautiful lovingly tended garden. The very well run center is located just next to the hotel, ... " Read moreMay 2012
- February 2012
- February 2012
- " ... and at the front desk very hard-working. The animation team one only with the eat seen, what us however didn't bother us. Definitely positively mentioned should be the club mistral surf station: well equipped, very friendly staff, beautiful Windsurfspot. " Read moreFebruary 2012
- " ... of four weeks in shams Alam and feel in house always well cared for. The friendliness of the staff was excellent and possibly minor bugs will be taken care of immediately. It is an absolutely quiet hotel with a beautiful garden -just right to rest. " Read moreDecember 2011
- " The hotel corresponded fully to our expectations. Great hotel for sportsmen, if you no entertainment, disco, shopping etc. searches. Hotel, restaurant, ... " Read moreDecember 2011
- " Hotel with interesting Archutektur, whereby each room are well defined, all with a view of the sea. The rooms are normal equipped, safe. When we were there, there were also the beds were very good. The cleanliness was okay. The rooms in the southern half of the hotel is the check could hear it. The food was the four ... " Read moreDecember 2011
- March 2012
- " It is a very nice hotel with great environment and very friendly and helpful staff! The Viehlfalt of animals at the ... " Read moreMarch 2012
- " ... swimming pool sit and coffee drink or alcoholic (I had all inclusive). Twice the week there was an Arab show. In addition I have anti-stress -massages in the small wellness center enjoyed and was very satisfied. Who definitely not animation and the whole day action needs is here in good hands. " Read moreMay 2012
- " ... but if you in the area of the windsurfers schnorchelte, you were admonished! Tip: Book the' Gorgonia Beach Resort'. It is about 1 kilometer north of the shams Alam (4 stars) and has 5 stars worth the money. From there the diving, the often from the' Shams Alam Beach Resort' come, as the shams Alam a ... " Read moreJuly 2012
- " As on every vacation we felt very good in shams Alam. The food is bettered, since our last vacation, only the Egyptian alcoholic ... " Read moreApril 2012
- June 2011
- " ... on the last day, you also right by the diving pier comes to beautiful reefs. We could see there, inter alia, rays and turtles, it is also and crocodile fish swim also to admire. Very nice staff, very good hotel, have us totally comfortable and we will come again next year. The only drawback was the easy ... " Read moreJune 2011
- " ... hotel, it was a wonderful vacation. A very special praise goes to the employees Mahmoud, with his funny and humorous kind us vacation even more beautified, thanks Mahmoud. the beach just perfect, very suitable for children as you walk far into the very shallow water can, in addition, for snorkelers and divers a small ... " Read moreJanuary 2012
- " very nice Bay, sandy beach, very suitable for children 1, 5 hours from the Airport nature pUR-nature-desert options for shopping only in the ... " Read moreNovember 2011
- " ... hotel for sportsmen, if you no entertainment, disco, shopping etc. searches. Hotel, restaurant, gardens and sandy beach are very clean and well maintained. Very good service and friendly staff. Very good value for money. " Read moreDecember 2011
- " ... and bananas offered. The choice of salads was also quite decent. drinks we have ourselves with the Ausschenkbar in/out privileges (Glasservice). I can imagine that the dining room with a fully booked hotel too small will! Beginning December there were only very little guests since. the cleanliness ... " Read moreFebruary 2012
- " We spent two weeks in the friendly atmosphere. Shams Alam is well situated without the other hotels vicinity. It allows to long walk along the seashore. The great reefs ... " Read moreFebruary 2012
- " It is a very nice hotel with great environment and very friendly and helpful staff! The Viehlfalt of animals at the nearby reef is impressive ... " Read moreMarch 2012
- " wonderful Egyptian, love, warm atmosphere, very informal and attentive. Great beach. Ideal for Sandspazieren, diving and surfing. I would recommend this hotel only the best ... " Read moreFebruary 2012
- " ... there are buffets with many different dishes which both the North and South European taste are. Every day will additional the chef even something special offered, ( Egyptian specialties). Service is good: the chefs always run around, give information on the food. " Read moreFebruary 2012
- " we had over 20 guests in our group and everyone commented on how they enjoyed staying at the hotel. The rooms were clean, food was extensive and service was good for an Egyptian Hotel. It is one of the best windsurfing hotels we've stayed in Egypt for quite ... " Read moreNovember 2011
- " We went to this vacation very comfortable. As regular guests are we to windsurfing anytime again hotel shams Alam come, because the Bedigungen for this sport there ideal and next to the friendly and helpful staff of the hotel and the staff of the surf station exceptionally warm and having fun with their ... " Read moreDecember 2011
- " ... the beach after about, without any need to increase coral reefs, which not self-evident in this area is the beach was flat and, for the most part sandy. Perfect for children and elderly people. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Food is greatbefore the dinner out. Particularly the bathroom was in need of a face lift, but ... " Read moreDecember 2011
- " Since 5 years I come 2 times in the year for 4 weeks there and the feeling right at home. The staff and the hotel management give the feeling become a major family to belong. All are very friendly. The hotel is an architectural Prachtleistung and the garden is very well maintained. The rooms ... " Read moreMarch 2012
- " ... desk very hard-working. The animation team one only with the eat seen, what us however didn't bother us. Definitely positively mentioned should be the club mistral surf station: well equipped, very friendly staff, beautiful Windsurfspot. " Read moreFebruary 2012
- " 2 times a year, I am in favor of four weeks in shams Alam and feel in house always well cared for. The friendliness of the staff was excellent and possibly minor bugs will be taken care of immediately. It is an absolutely ... " Read moreDecember 2011
- " ... fully to our expectations. Great hotel for sportsmen, if you no entertainment, disco, shopping etc. searches. Hotel, restaurant, gardens and sandy beach are very clean and well maintained. Very good service and friendly staff. Very good value for money. " Read moreDecember 2011
- " ... Great hotel for sportsmen, if you no entertainment, disco, shopping etc. searches. Hotel, restaurant, gardens and sandy beach are very clean and well maintained. Very good service and friendly staff. Very good value for money. " Read moreDecember 2011
- " I have my 3. stay at this hotel envisioned. The staff are very friendly and helpful. Wishes dealt with quickly running. For those seeking tranquillity and families alike. The ... " Read moreJuly 2012
- " After taking a-check the luggage was collected immediately on the room managed. The room was only on the safe a bit detrimental, apart from that adequate. The room service was good. Took some getting used to was the front door, because here the Zimmergriff was missing. The ... " Read moreApril 2012
- " It is a very nice hotel with great environment and very friendly and helpful staff! The Viehlfalt of animals at the nearby reef is impressive and nice to enjoyment. By a ... " Read moreMarch 2012
- " Good solid hotel. Perfect for snorkeling, since the reef begins at the beach. Very good for surfers and divers. It is also a gym and a massage centre. The staff is very friendly, flexible and efficient However, you should not forget to home. Shopping possibilities are not ... " Read moreJune 2011
- " nice small hotel, with informal. Very friendly and helpful staff. Nice diving, with super nice staff. The boats should be condemned! I would stay here again and ... " Read moreDecember 2011
- " as a beach holiday recommendable nonetheless, staff are very friendly, kitchen really makes an effort but unfortunately the food the taste, very remote location of ... " Read moreFebruary 2012
- " ... the beach power, surfing, snorkeling or diving here be comfortable. The nearby riff is impressive and the nature reserve Wadi Gemal is adjacent to the hotel at. Wishes to improve are admitted and the staff are very friendly. The food has this year improved enormously. Also vegetarians come at their expense. " Read moreMay 2012
- " Very pleasant stay. The staff was very friendly. Quiet Location. Diving centre very well organized. Beautiful Reefs. No Pack Diving. ... " Read moreOctober 2011
- " The staff were friendly. They spoke English, German and Italian very well. The rooms were clean. The staff were helpful when I needed to ... " Read moreJuly 2012
- July 2012
- " Run-down hotel with unfriendly staff. Food and drinks are a disaster, diarrhea and stomach problems are inevitable. Glasses were ... " Read moreOctober 2011
- " ... required). You should also be aware, that the hotel is out of the way, so it hardly opportunities for excursions or is the bar and restaurant areas were lovely. Room and bathroom were spacious. Food is good too. It could have been a little more auswhal. For each what it was but it is nice. We have ... " Read moreJune 2011
- " ... and lunch ) is thank god not extremely chilled, as in many other hotels, therefore pleasant, although somewhat loud. Particularly beautiful is, that in the evening in the open eaten will. The food is also very good and varied and the service is fast, and attentive. It is always a very nice arranged buffet ... " Read moreOctober 2011
- " ... bright Reno-fourth and with new seating lapse, constructed. In the summer the diner in the open instead of. At the beach bar you got at lunch was simple snacks, fruit and salads. all dishes are very tasty and of good quality. There is every day meat and fish in different preparation on the ... " Read moreFebruary 2012
- " good food with a lot of choice. We have always found something for the children. Barservice in the low ... " Read moreFebruary 2012
- " ... or those just looking to chill out for a week. The staff are extremely friendly and polite along with a good understanding of the English language. The Hotel is very clean and the standard of food is very good. The only down side is that if your an avid meat eater you maybe disappointed. The meat is ... " Read moreMarch 2012
- " ... addition, for snorkelers and divers a small Paradise as it is on the hotel direct a reef nearby returns. what very recommendable and very a lot fun was a quad drive in the desert, simply hammer the food was very varied and plentiful, very good kind regards Alexander Leuthner " Read moreJanuary 2012
- " ... you to sunbath and lazing around. Windschirme to ensure that one also in wintertime nice brown can. Directly by the beach you can snorkeling and you can see the most beautiful fish and corals. The swimming pool is small there was currently no shops where you could go shopping (maybe seasonal?). There is a ' ... " Read moreFebruary 2012
- " We were with our 3 children (9.6, 2), as well as with a known family, also 3 children (10.5, 5), for 1 week in the hotel. Very spacious rooms, nice area. In our day not much going on. The here partially. Clearly negative criticism at the ... " Read moreFebruary 2012
- " Good equipped room. As mentioned, not more brand new and nevertheless comfortable. Beautiful balcony with a view of the sea. " Read moreFebruary 2012
- " ... middle a wonderful neat garden, and is visible, well signposted, built. The rooms are in a Nubian-oriental style built.(Ground floor has terrace with a view of the sea, upstairs and a spacious balcony with a view of the sea) we were on the top floor unit, and the 'round' ceiling reminded us of a small Chapel, the ... " Read moreJanuary 2012
- " big room with enough room in the closet. Standard safe in the closet sideways. All room with a sea view. ... " Read moreJanuary 2012
- " A tasteful built Resort, right next to the sea, with 160 rooms on 2 floors. The rooms are spacious and have either terrace or balcony. The rooms were in groups and a service-it is assumed, the ... " Read moreFebruary 2012
- " the room was spacious and had, in the upper floor, a high Kuppeldecke. TV, fridge, safe, telephone: everything ... " Read moreFebruary 2012
- " very friendly staff with English and partially. German Thereof. My requests were very quick and uncomplicated fulfilled. the room was clean and tidy. " Read moreFebruary 2012
- " The staff were friendly. They spoke English, German and Italian very well. The rooms were clean. The staff were helpful when I needed to access the internet for work. The staff at the dive ... " Read moreJuly 2012
- " we had over 20 guests in our group and everyone commented on how they enjoyed staying at the hotel. The rooms were clean, food was extensive and service was good for an Egyptian Hotel. It is one of the best ... " Read moreNovember 2011
- 4 weeks
- Beach
- Hotel recommended
For ruhebedürftige an ideal hotel with a beautiful beach and large rooms, the employees read each desire from the eyes. … read more
- 3 weeks
- Beach
- Hotel not recommended
We were, as well as three years ago at the same time, in the hotel shams alam 3 weeks on vacation. The hotel was to 10% and less manned. In the meantime the hotel is significantly outdated and also for hospitality could be clearly the compulsion to remember. In our opinion there were too much staff, mainly at the management level, the always at mealtimes to be met were.
There is a very nice beach, but unfortunately the water is now more clearly with a view of just 2 metres.
This hotel is definitely not a star hotel and we will this … read more
- 1 week
- Beach
- Hotel recommended
Spent with rather rapid weather a wonderful week in the quiet hotel shams alam beach with friendly, likeable staff and rich choice of food. … read more
- 3 weeks
- Other
- Hotel recommended
In comparison to 2008 the hotel has unfortunately only 2 star rating. From the choice of food was enough offered, however always the same dishes. The beach bar we could definitely not recommend. The staff were not very friendly, besides were the dishes on plastktellen and plastic cutlery served. The cooling table stood under electricity and i got a mopped. Evenings i could my water from plastic cups enjoy. The is for a hotel with 4 * a disgrace.
The staff in the food area was very concerned, friendly and attentive.
Our roomboy was top, always fresh bedding, fresh towels and the … read more
- 2 weeks
- Beach
- Hotel recommended
Somewhat older hotel with interesting architecture. The 10 two-story houses are built, that you don't have neighbors. All balcony with a good sea view.
The food was sufficient, tasty, wholesome and with sufficient proportion of local fruit and vegetables. It was missing the diversity, but with only about 60 guests (maximum 300) is hardly possible.
The garden is very nice.
The hotel offers the usual service of laundry to massage and gym.
Entertainment and shows in the evening, there was not.
We could so very good and extensive sleep.
Nice excursions are possible - but expensive.
The strength of the hotel are the lots of possibilities and … read more
Information about Hotel Shams Alam Beach Resort
Hotel amenities
- Shops in the hotel
- Hotel safe
- Internet
- Air conditioning
- Free parking
- Car park
Room amenities
- Writing bureau
- Satellite TV
- Minibar
- Safe
- Coffee and tea
- Balcony
- Bathroom
- Wake up call/Alarm clock
Gastronomy
- Restaurant
- Diabetic menu
- Vegetarian
- Vegetarian dishes
- Hotel bar
- Cafe
- Number of cafes altogether: 1
- Breakfast buffet
- Packed lunches
- Catering service
A choice of sports
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor pool
- Volleyball
Spa offers
- Massages
- Sauna
Other hotel information
- 24 hour reception
- Evening programs and entertainment
- Check out no later than: 12:00
- Non-hotel guests can/cannot access the area: open
- English
- Airport transfer
- Express check in and check out
- Eurocard/Mastercard
- Multilingual
- 24 hour security
- Information desk
- Currency exchange
- Wifi
- Laundry service



















