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Shams Hotel offers a superb beach location in Dahab’s central Mashraba District. It includes Shams restaurant which overlooks the Red Sea. Free Wi-Fi is available in the coffee shop. Air-conditioned rooms and bungalows are simply decorated with private bathroom. Guests can enjoy Red Sea or garden views from their own balcony or terrace. Some have a satellite TV and minibar. Several restaurants and bars are within a 5-minute walk. Breakfast is taken in the restaurant or brought to your room. Shams has its own dive centre for snorkelling and diving. The tour desk can organise car rental, bicycles or excursions to St. Catherine's Monastery and Mt. Sinai. The Blue Hole dive location is a 15-minute drive. Sharm el Sheikh International Airport is 90 km away by car.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Dahab, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5


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Room type
Number of guests
 
3 single beds
2 single beds
or
1 double bed
3 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
7.9
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Tarek
    Australia Australia
    Staff are sooooooooo friendly and nice … special thanks to Ashraf, Rozza, Suhaila and Ali
  • Landa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    All the staff members of the hotel, dive centre and restaurant are just amazing, when I checked out and left the hotel I felt like I have left a family behind. The food at the restaurant is delicious and right on the beach , the rooms are cosy...
  • Wael
    Egypt Egypt
    It is one of the few locations that truly comprehend what it takes to work in the hospitality industry. The staff's professional yet friendly manner was the main reason the visit was wonderful. Mr. Ashraf is a wonderful guy who is willing to go...
  • Khulud
    Sweden Sweden
    I like much it was in a very good location which it’s close to everything quite at night and clean . The stuff was very kind and helpful it’s the perfect choice to stay in Dahab
  • Mohammed
    Egypt Egypt
    Staff are helpful and friendly Location is the best WiFi is good also Quite and comfy Breakfast is good, nice beverages and a special thank to Abdul Hamid
  • Toufek
    Israel Israel
    Most and top is the staff, amazing, friendly and helpful
  • Moustafa
    Egypt Egypt
    Everything was exceptional. Special thanks to all of the staff and especially Mr. Ashraf
  • Aicha
    Lebanon Lebanon
    The room was charming, clean and well-equipped. The sea view from the bed and balcony and the restaurant was breathtaking. Breakfast was tasty and generous. Staff was super friendly and helpful. Special thanks to Ashraf and the friendly restaurant...
  • Ann
    Ireland Ireland
    The staff are lovely, in particular Ashraf is the star of the show. He was so kind to my daughter. Dive centre and equipment is really clean. All the dive instructers I met were gentle and kind. The restaurant is on the water, is comfortable...
  • Mohamed
    Egypt Egypt
    Loved every thing , they are the best , clean rooms , great breakfast with wonderful view , also there is a private parking , this my second home in dahab , thanks for every one

Property questions and answers
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  • I have a small dog and a cat, is it allowed to stay with pets?

    No problem at all it is allowed, but only if they aren't fierce, and if they cause any damage you will have to cover it
    Answered on 18 February 2023
  • hi do you have toilet spray (shattaf), i couldn't see it from the pictures posted.

    hello , yes for sure we have a toilet spray ( shattaf ) in all the bathrooms
    Answered on 17 December 2022
  • Kindly asking to explain if it's possible for unmarried couples to stay in your property. Also consider the rules for different nationalities.

    For egyptian couples its possible to stay just with the marriage certificate.
    Answered on 25 March 2021
  • Is your private beach next to the property or do I need to use a means of transportation to go there?

    we have our sea side area infant of the hotel directly , but the area we are located needs a high tide to be able to go the sea
    Answered on 18 July 2020
  • When is the best time to visit your property for the perfect beach holiday?

    The perfect time is all the year, but best is March and Aipril, September and October. Weather is not that hot and warm comfort water.
    Answered on 11 January 2020
  • Do you have transportation to and from the airport ?

    yes we do and we can arrange all the transportation and excusrisons you need
    Answered on 22 October 2024
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Property surroundings

Restaurants
2 restaurants on site

  • Shams Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      French • Italian • Middle Eastern • Pizza • Seafood • Steakhouse • European
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian
  • Restaurant #2

    No additional info available

Facilities of Shams Hotel & Dive Centre
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Airport shuttle
  • 2 restaurants
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Evening entertainment
    Additional charge
  • Snorkelling
    Additional charge
  • Horse riding
    Additional charge
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Reception services
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/check-out
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wellness
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Public Bath
Languages spoken
  • Arabic
  • German
  • English

House rules
Shams Hotel & Dive Centre takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 23:30
Check-out
From 10:30 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 7 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please check your visa requirements before you travel.

Kindly note that the credit card is only used to guarantee the booking as the property only accepts cash payments.

FAQs about Shams Hotel & Dive Centre

  • Shams Hotel & Dive Centre offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Beachfront
    • Evening entertainment
    • Horse riding
    • Public Bath
    • Bicycle rental
    • Walking tours
    • Beach
    • Bike tours
  • Shams Hotel & Dive Centre is 250 yards from the centre of Dahab. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Shams Hotel & Dive Centre may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • The nearest beach is just 550 yards from Shams Hotel & Dive Centre. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Shams Hotel & Dive Centre has 2 restaurants:

    • Shams Restaurant
    • Restaurant #2
  • Check-in at Shams Hotel & Dive Centre is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.