We have been twice to this hotel now and would not go anywhere else.
First time was in Nov.2006. We were amazed by the cleanliness of the room and the politeness of the staff. The only rude people we encountered were the Russians who talked to the staff as if they were something they had scraped off their shoes. But the hotel staff were polite back to them, which is more than i could have done.
anyway we went back again in Nov 2007 because we liked it so much. The minute we walked into reception on our arrival, Ahmed the receptionist recognised us straight away and welcomed us warmly. He is such a nice guy and very helpful.
We dumped our cases upstairs and went down for dinner. they were having an outside meal that night with dancers for entertainment, and Nagi the restaurant manager, recognised us too and made us feel welcome. It was as if we had come home.
The staff are polite, very hard working and can't do enough for you. Yes the food is basic but it was good and it filled you up. Tea and coffee and drinks were available all day.
The waiters at the restaurant were efficient and quick, one in particular, Mahmoud, was very helpful and if he knew your preferences he didn't forget them. For example i like butter with my meal at night but it's not on display for the evening meal so i asked him for some, and every evening after that he came over with butter for us without us having to ask for it. Brilliant
The pool was exceptionally clean and had a bar which was open from 10am - 4pm. Water was a bit cold though and it would have been nice if it were slightly heated. There were plenty beds and parasols around so you can get enough shade if you want it.
The beach is across the road is busy and has a bar. The water is lovely and warm and some nights there are beach entertainment.
The disco is basic and the young kids liked it if there were enough of them, but most were happy to sit peacefully and chat. That's the kind of hotel it is...quiet and peaceful and relaxing. It has three small shops attached to it and a small doctors clinic which i only used once when i got bitten and that is hardly the hotels fault.
It is only a ten minute walk to old sharm market which you can spend hours going round.
On the whole i love the hotel, and will not go to another one. I have made it my home in Sharm and am looking forward to going back next April. We never want to go home when we are there.
If you are into posh nosh and five star hotels then its not for you. But if you like simple tastes and friendly atmosphere then this is the hotel you will like.
Absolutely great.
Well done Turqoise Hotel in Sharm, you have made that hotel a home from home. Roll on April 2009