Sunrise Island View

A comfortable and well-presented option set in huge meandering grounds - some properties could be a fair walk from the beach. A good range of facilities and activities are on offer and it is particularly suited to families. The beach is shared with a nearby sister property and may get overcrowded at peak periods. Mostly Russian guests, and there is a special animation section for Belgian and Dutch visitors.

Exterior

A large complex of attractive cream 2-storey villa-style buildings and a 2-storey main building.

Property type: Hotel

Interior

An airy circular lobby is furnished with plush red and beige seating and oil paintings. Dining options include a colourful casual buffet restaurant and an attractive Italian a la carte option with sea views.

Rooms: 492

Grounds

Well-kept gardens with flowers, lawns and palm trees surround the accommodation buildings which are connected by pathways. A choice of 4 good pools include a childrens' option with a waterslide, one for animation which is near the beach, and a quiet pool. Plenty of loungers and parasols are on offer along with a poolside bar. An appealing beachside restaurant is under wicker shades resembling a bedouin tent and offers romantic dining with sea views. Steps lead down to gravelly sun terraces and a beach which is crowded with loungers and has a jetty for sea access.

Location

Area Type: In Sharks bay on a sloping site between the sea front and the airport perimeter road, in a row of similar properties with fine views of Tiran Island. A small parade of basic touristy shops is opposite.

Nearest beach: Immediate yds (Sharks Bay)

Facilities