It's no secret that Egypt has long been attractive to tourists. The reason is not only the beauty of the Red Sea: many, including our compatriots, come here to see and touch the ancient history of the country.
Rest in Egypt
When going on vacation to this country, you need to understand: many stereotypes do not “work” here, and therefore you should not take certain prejudices with you. Egypt annually receives thousands of travelers from all over the world, including from our country. This country is interesting primarily for those who crave new experiences. And in Egypt, tourists get them practically “the sea”, both literally and figuratively. After all, buying even the most economical tour, almost all travelers receive as a bonus the amazing Red Sea with its unique underwater world, as well as the opportunity to see with their own eyes, for example, the same pyramids.
All inclusive
BOver the past few years, for Russians who come to Egypt on vacation, “all inclusive” has become a familiar concept. Like their Turkish counterparts, hotels in this country also offer an affordable menu with a varied buffet and a large selection of locally produced alcoholic beverages. However, upon closer examination of the concept of the "all inclusive" scheme, many understand that Turkish and Egyptian all inclusive are somewhat different.
Among our compatriots, the system of rest "eat, drink, walk without spending a single penny on the spot" is quite popular. However, if this scheme works smoothly and clearly in Turkey, then many should know that when they come to Egypt, they will receive "all inclusive" with some "pitfalls".
Firstly, most hotels in this country have one weak point - food. Therefore, not all even the most upscale hotels can guarantee a wide range of food. In addition, the concept of "all inclusive" in Egypt is not offered according to a single approach developed for the country. For example, some hotels offer free water activities, while you have to pay for gym or fitness classes.
Sometimes four-star hotels like Faraana Heights (Sharm El Sheikh) have a more complete all-inclusive package than luxury fives. In general, many hotels operating on this concept are located in this resort.
Sharm El Sheikh
Many believe that this modern and highly dynamicthe tourist center located on the Sinai Peninsula is not exactly Egypt. Numerous hotels built here, including the four-star Faraana Heights, are maximally Europeanized. Therefore, they provide much better services and have better conditions for recreation than hotels in other resorts in Egypt.
Most hotels in Sharm el-Sheikh have a large territory and a highly developed infrastructure. A significant advantage for many is the presence of their own beach on this coral plateau.
Today, Russians consider Sharm el-Sheikh an ideal place to relax. The prices here are very reasonable and the service is excellent. In addition, it is only a four-hour flight from the capital to the resort, and the dry and warm climate, much calmer than, for example, Hurghada, makes it possible to visit the resort all year round.
Another advantage of this most visited Egyptian city by our compatriots is that there is a fairly wide variety of accommodation prices, as well as an abundance of excellent restaurants with any cuisine and entertainment, such as jeep safaris, watching the sunset on camels. But the biggest plus of Sharm El Sheikh is its vibrant nightlife. Discos, clubs, casinos in the evenings are packed to capacity. The same can be said about hotels, tours to which are sold out instantly during the high season. And one of them is the four-star El Faraana Heights.
General information
The hotel was built in Sharm el-Sheikh in the northern part of its areaNabq Bay. The famous Naama Bay promenade is twenty kilometers away.
The resort's international airport is just ten minutes away. This is especially convenient for those Russians who come to rest with small children. I must say that there are a lot of those in the hotel, since such a short transfer is very convenient for kids who do not tolerate the road well.
Faraana Heights is considered one of the most extreme in the resort of Sharm el-Sheikh, behind it there is only a highway in the direction of Dahab. The hotel was built in 2010. It is part of the King Snefro Group hotel chain. The area on which this four-star hotel is built is sixty-four square meters.
It consists of the main building, where the reception is located and where you need to approach during check-in, as well as a complex of two- and three-story bungalows, built in an Andalusian style unusual for this region.
The territory on which the hotel is built is located on some hill from the general level of the coast. Therefore, the windows of the rooms offer a magnificent panorama of the Red Sea and the famous Nabq Bay. The hotel is separated from the beach by a road.
The territory of Faraana Heights (Sharm) is fully equipped. Fountains, ponds, secluded corners are everywhere where residents can sit in the shade of palm trees and chat with each other. Paths lined with stone connect not only the buildings, but also the pool and many other objects with each other.
Infrastructure
At the hotelFaraana Heights (Sharm 4) own secure parking, where even tourist shuttles can stop. Advance parking reservations are not required. There is a gallery on the territory along which small shops are built, where not only food is sold, but also many other retail goods necessary for tourists.
The location of Faraana Heights is very well chosen. It seems to be standing "on the outskirts", far from the noisy city center, but the Naami Bay embankment, famous in the region, where numerous establishments are located in which life does not stop even for a minute even at night, is only a twenty-minute drive away. Guests staying at the hotel are offered a free daily shuttle service to the bay of the same name.
Also offers concierge services, room service for packed lunches, ironing service. The hotel has a laundry room, luggage storage, which is especially convenient for those tourists who, after checking in, have to wait for their transfer for a certain time. Having handed over their belongings, they can walk to the sea, go shopping or just sit in a restaurant or cafe.
Here, in the administrative building, there are conference and banquet halls. Hotel managers can help organize any event, be it a corporate party, a seminar or a wedding celebration. There is also a laundry, safe deposit boxes and a beauty salon.
Hotel Policy
Reception is open 24/7. Check-in is at 2:00 p.m., check-out is at noon. However, this does not mean that, having arrived at an odd hour, guests will not be served. If there are free and ready-to-move-in rooms, paperwork is carried out in just fifteen to twenty minutes.
At the reception desk you can photocopy your passport, send a fax. Here, if necessary, tourists can arrange a return transfer for a fee.
The hotel offers express check-in and VIP services. In the administrative building there is a car rental office, there is also a tour desk. Children under 12 years of age stay free in hotel rooms using existing bedding.
Housing stock
Faraana Heights 4 is considered large in size. It has a total of three hundred and eighty-six rooms of the following categories: double and triple standard with a view of the pool or the inner garden, improved with windows overlooking the sea, and two-level suites with an area of forty or eighty square meters.
An iron and ironing board is available upon request, as well as an extra rollaway bed with linens.
In the rooms, the interior of which is designed in oriental style, there are new and comfortable two single or one double beds, there is also a wardrobe, bedside tables, dressing table, TV. Guests must pay extra for the use of the safe and minibar. There is also a telephone.
The floor is covered with bright ceramic tiles with oriental-style paths. Beautiful colorful paintings hang on the walls. backlight,chandeliers, sconces, curtains with bedspreads - all this is designed in one color scheme. In general, the interior of the hotel is excellent
Manual split systems are responsible for climate control in the rooms. In front of each there is a small furnished balcony or terrace. Rooms are cleaned daily and towels and sheets are changed every three days.
Bathrooms
Bathrooms at the Faraana Heights Hotel are shared. They have new plumbing - a shower, some apartments have a bath, a washbasin with a bedside table, a hair dryer, a bathrobe and slippers. All the necessary hygiene items are updated daily by the maids. Bathroom floors are non-slip tiles.
Food
In Faraana Heights 4 it is based on the concepts of "half board", "all inclusive" and "ultra all inclusive". Guests are served in the main buffet restaurant Domes restaurant. Breakfast starts at seven and ends at ten in the morning, lunch - from one to three, dinner - from seven to ten in the evening. In addition, the hotel has another restaurant - Cascada restaurant. It is located in the administrative building and overlooks a beautiful artificial waterfall in the courtyard. The restaurant is open by prior reservation. Tables can be booked at the reception.
Four bars that operate in Faraana Heights 4 (Charm) - Andalucia lobby Bar, located at the main entrance to the hotel, Maya swimming pool bar, decorated in South American style and located by the pool, as well as snackand beach - almost always crowded. Here, vacationers on the concept of "all inclusive" can get local drinks, including alcoholic ones.
For kids
Russian tour operators Faraana Heights is positioned as a family, and therefore it is always full of children. For its young clients, the administration has provided a fairly wide range of services and entertainment. There is a large playground with slides and swings, a games room and a mini club on site. If parents need something to do, they can use the babysitting service upon request.
For kids, there is a small section in the pools, which is always on duty by specially trained personnel who monitor the safety of small customers. In addition, the restaurant offers high chairs for easy feeding, as well as special menu dishes. This must be notified to the administration in advance at the time of settlement.
Beach
The distance from the main building to the sea is four hundred meters. To the beach 400 meters. Umbrellas with sun loungers, mattresses and beach towels are provided free of charge to those staying on the concept of "ultra-" and "all inclusive".
Nabq Bay has its own specifics: at low tide, the water goes very far. Coral reefs are also located close to the coast. However, the Faraana Heights 4bathing area is famous for the absence of pronounced tides, and besides, there is a sandy entrance to the sea. The length of the beach is three hundred meters, the bottom is clean.
Entertainment
The hotel has a lot to offer its guests to combine their vacation with active pastime. This is especially true of pools with fresh and artificially created water, around which are placed comfortable sun loungers. Many tourists prefer to spend time here. There is also the opportunity to play table tennis, chess, darts.
Aqua aerobics classes are held by the pool in the morning. There is also a well-equipped fitness room. You can play volleyball on the beach.
There is a massage room, as well as a fitness center and a solarium. You have to pay extra for slot machines and billiards. Many entertainments are offered to tourists on the beach, in particular, air hockey, rental of scooters and catamarans, banana rides, parachuting.
Separately, I would like to say about diving, which is truly amazing in the Red Sea. Those who wish can rent all the necessary equipment and, under the supervision of licensed instructors, admire the beauty of the underwater world. Many people stop at Faraana Heights precisely because of the excellent coast, convenient for diving.
Reviews from vacationers
The hotel is offered today by many Russian travel companies. Therefore, you can meet many of our compatriots here. Those who come to Egypt for the first time, the Faraana Heights 4 hotel really liked it. Especially against the background of similar Turkish "fours".
Most Russians who have visited this hotel, consider it fully consistent with its category. GuestsI like the location, large and beautiful landscaped area, as well as perfectly renovated rooms with original interiors.
As for food, the reviews are also positive: food is provided in large quantities, so tourists do not remain hungry, even if they come to the restaurant as the last ones. The cuisine in the hotel is very tasty, the animators who are very popular with children are also praised. Works well and staff - smiling and always helpful.
Some Russians enjoyed their stay in Faraana Heights so much that they intend to come here more than once. The only negative, some consider an inconvenient road to the sea, although the hotel provides a free shuttle to the beach.
