Sunrise Montemare Resort

Sharm El Sheikh's stretch of the Red Sea coast frames this resort, where the water runs pale turquoise against dry, pale hills. Rooms and suites face the sea directly, and the light off the water fills them for much of the day. Air conditioning, Wi-Fi and cable TV are standard; bathrooms carry a fuller set of amenities than the basics. It is not a small operation. Five restaurants cover different registers, from grill to seafood, and seven bars are spread across the grounds. A spa and a separate wellness centre sit apart from the pool areas, positioned to catch the sea breeze rather than the crowd noise. The gym runs modern equipment for guests unwilling to pause a routine on holiday. Swimming pools give an alternative to the sea for those who want still water. South Sinai's dry air and long light are a constant here, felt most on the terraces at either end of the day. The resort's scale means guests choose their own pace, whether that means a table at the Egyptian or Mediterranean restaurant, a treatment booked at the spa, or simply a sunbed by the water. Wheelchair access runs through the buildings, walkways, pool decks, restaurants and beach. Check-in and room details are handled through the property directly.