SUNRISE Arabian Beach Resort
Last verified July 2026. Beach is the weakest mark at 8.7. No resort can pay to change a score. See the full Palmprint file
Dining, pools and the beach
Dining & bars
A few venues take reservations, the rest are walk-in
SUNRISE Restaurant (main buffet, breakfast/lunch/dinner). Seven a la carte: Manohar (Indian), Mai Thai (Thai), Basilico (Italian), Cote d'Azur (French), Poseidon (Greek), Felucca (seafood), Roots (vegetarian/healthy). 8 bars plus 1 adults-only bar.
Pools & waterplay
With waterslides, heated
Six heated outdoor pools including main pool with swim-up bar, adults-only Relax Pool, children's pool with waterslide, and exclusive Posh Club pool with cabanas.
The beach itself
The resort has a private beach and reef/jetty-style Red Sea access; recent guest reporting includes both clear-water praise and reminders to bring beach shoes.
- Caveat: Entry depth varies along the shore
Counts come from the resort's own published information; the scores are ours, from the Palmprint file below.
Who fits where at SUNRISE Arabian Beach Resort
All 9 categories, from the resort's own accommodations pages. The figures are the comparison: how many the room takes, against the most this property puts in any one key. Where a category carries no figures, the resort does not publish an occupancy for it, which at villa tier usually means it is set when you book.
| Suite | Occupancy | Size | Bedrooms | Aspect |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Superior Room | Sleeps 3 | 463 ft²43 m² | 1 bedroom | Not published |
| Deluxe Room | Sleeps 3 | 549 ft²51 m² | 1 bedroom | Not published |
| Deluxe Swim-Up Room | Sleeps 2 | 549 ft²51 m² | 1 bedroom | Not publishedswim-out |
| Family Suite | Sleeps 5 | 570 ft²53 m² | 2 bedrooms | Not published |
| Executive Swim-Up Suite (Posh Club) | Sleeps 2 | 603 ft²56 m² | 1 bedroom | Not publishedswim-out |
| Executive Suite (Posh Club) | Sleeps 3 | 657 ft²61 m² | 1 bedroom | Not published |
| Junior Suite (Posh Club) | Sleeps 3 | 700 ft²65 m² | 1 bedroom | Not published |
| Presidential Suite (Posh Club) | Sleeps 3 | 1,518 ft²141 m² | 1 bedroom | Not published |
| Royal Villa (Posh Club) | Sleeps 4 | 4,844 ft²450 m² | 2 bedrooms | Not published |
Occupancy is the maximum published occupancy including rollaways, not comfortable occupancy. Categories and occupancy change with renovations, and connecting rooms are usually request-only, so confirm when you book.
= sleeps 2 of 5 max
The dining, in outline
Counts and cuisines from the resort's own pages. We have not verified this property restaurant by restaurant yet, so we are not going to print a list that says nothing.
- Places to eat
- 8
- A la carte
- 7
- Buffets
- 1
- Bars and lounges
- 8
- Swim-up bars
- 1
International, Indian, Thai, Italian, French, Greek, Seafood, Vegetarian
Some restaurants take reservations; the rest are walk-in.
SUNRISE Restaurant (main buffet, breakfast/lunch/dinner). Seven a la carte: Manohar (Indian), Mai Thai (Thai), Basilico (Italian), Cote d'Azur (French), Poseidon (Greek), Felucca (seafood), Roots (vegetarian/healthy). 8 bars plus 1 adults-only bar.
Before you book
Nine things the research turned up about SUNRISE Arabian Beach Resort that the brochure does not say.
This is one of the stronger evidence-backed Sharm El Sheikh all-inclusive options for travelers who want service, reef access and a short airport transfer.
The beach experience is Red Sea reef-style, not a simple Caribbean-style sandy walk-in everywhere.
Families should note the kids club starts at age 3 and babysitting is chargeable.
Hidden tips
Pack beach shoes for reef entry and hot sand.
Prioritize à la carte reservations early in the stay.
Swim-up and Posh Club categories are the clearest room upgrades.
Things guests wish they had known
Bring water shoes because sea entry can be rocky or reef-like even where the beach is attractive.
The airport transfer is very short, which is convenient but means this is not a remote-feeling desert escape.
Local alcoholic drinks are evidenced as included; premium imports should not be assumed.
Most loved
4 themes- Staff warmth and animation team
- Reef beach and Red Sea snorkeling access
- Large dining selection and à la carte variety
- Short airport transfer
Most complained about
3 themes- Rocky or reef-style water entry requiring beach shoes
- Local alcohol rather than fully premium spirits
- Restaurant booking or timing friction at peak periods
Reddit resort-specific coverage is light but positive, including a family-travel recommendation; broader review platforms provide the stronger consensus base.
The rate, and where to check it
A checked price with a date on it, not a teaser. Here is the stay we price.
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Oct to May
Real seasons here: highs run from 72°F in January to 102°F in July, with no month taking an unusual share of the rain, so warmth is the whole decision.
| Measure | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average daily high | 72 degrees Fahrenheit | 73 degrees Fahrenheit | 79 degrees Fahrenheit | 86 degrees Fahrenheit | 93 degrees Fahrenheit | 99 degrees Fahrenheit | 102 degrees Fahrenheit | 100 degrees Fahrenheit | 97 degrees Fahrenheit | 90 degrees Fahrenheit | 81 degrees Fahrenheit | 73 degrees Fahrenheit |
| Rain days | 0 days | 0 days | 0 days | 0 days | 0 days | 0 days | 0 days | 0 days | 0 days | 0 days | 0 days | 0 days |
| Verdict | Best | Best | Best | Best | Best | Fine | Fine | Fine | Fine | Best | Best | Best |
Getting there
9 minutes from SSH
- Nearest airport
- SSH · Sharm El Sheikh International Airport
- Transfer
- 9 min
- Address
- 86 Pyramisa Road (behind Conference Center), Sharm El Sheikh, E, Sharm El Sheikh, محافظة جنوب سيناء 46619, Egypt
- Phone
- +20 69 3600444
Included, but on their schedule.
Your rate covers a transfer on the resort's timetable, by way of whoever else is on it. A private car leaves when you land and goes straight there.
- The fare
- Fixed when you book. No meter, no surge, no cash at the kerb.
- If you're late
- The driver tracks your flight and waits. Delays don't cost you the ride.
- On arrival
- Your name on a board in arrivals, past customs, before the taxi rank.
Egypt
- Language
- Arabic (English widely spoken at resorts)
- Currency
- Egyptian pound (EGP) – USD and euro often accepted
- Power
- 220V, Type C/F plugs (European – adapter needed)
- Driving
- On the right
- Main airport
- Sharm el-Sheikh (SSH)
- Flight time
- ~11–13h from the US East Coast (via Europe or the Gulf)
Who it suits
Three of the 9 categories we score in the Palmprint file for SUNRISE Arabian Beach Resort; the full set is above.
What we'd book around it
Affiliate · commission at no cost to youFlights
Fly into SSH, 9 minutes from the gate; round trips from about $756.
Search fares (opens in a new tab)Insurance
Storms move flights in season, and the cheapest rates are usually non-refundable.
Compare cover (opens in a new tab)Data
An eSIM for the flight and the beach; Wi-Fi is included on the resort but stops at the gate.
Get an eSIM (opens in a new tab)How we scored SUNRISE Arabian Beach Resort
9 categories, scored from official sources and read against what guests actually report. Verified 22 July 2026 under Palmprint methodology 1.0.
The six that set the score
And 3 more we track
Confidence is high across the board except wellness, where the evidence is thinner.
Open a category
Value8.8High confidence
- Service Value
- 9.1
- Location Value
- 9.0
- Included Dining
- 8.9
- Included Activities
- 8.7
- Premium Liquor Limit
- 7.9
Service9.2Very High confidence
- Housekeeping
- 9.0
- Animation Team
- 9.1
- Service Recovery
- 9.0
- Restaurant Service
- 8.9
- Staff Friendliness
- 9.4
Beach8.7High confidence
- Crowding
- 8.5
- Sand Entry
- 7.6
- Reef Access
- 9.0
- Swimmability
- 8.6
- Water Clarity
- 9.2
- Guest Sentiment
- 8.9
Dining8.8Very High confidence
- Buffet Quality
- 8.5
- Guest Sentiment
- 8.9
- A La Carte Depth
- 9.0
- Restaurant Variety
- 9.2
- Drink Inclusion Limit
- 8.2
Rooms8.8High confidence
- Room Size
- 8.8
- Cleanliness
- 9.0
- Suite Range
- 9.0
- Datedness Risk
- 8.1
- Swim Up Options
- 8.7
Pools & Spa9.1High confidence
- Adult Pool
- 8.8
- Pool Count
- 9.2
- Swim Up Bar
- 8.9
- Children Pool
- 8.7
- Guest Sentiment
- 9.0
Family8.8High confidence
- Pool Fit
- 8.9
- Teen Fit
- 8.2
- Kids Club
- 8.8
- Family Room Options
- 8.5
- Kids Club Age Clarity
- 9.3
Quiet8.4High confidence
- Bay Setting
- 8.5
- Guest Sentiment
- 8.5
- Adult Pool Escape
- 8.7
- Airport Proximity Noise Risk
- 7.8
Wellness8.3Medium confidence
- Gym
- 8.5
- Spa Presence
- 8.4
- Guest Sentiment
- 8.2
- Yoga And Fitness
- 8.3
- Treatment Inclusion
- 7.5
What it does best
- Very strong review volume and service sentiment.
- Private beach, multiple pools and broad dining.
- Clear official family programming for ages 3 to 12.
Where it costs you
- Premium imported liquor is not evidenced as included.
- Reef entry is not ideal for travelers wanting a gradual sandy shoreline.
- Watersports and boat activities can add meaningful extra cost.
Everything we read on SUNRISE Arabian Beach Resort
In the plan, or on the bill
Where the line sits at SUNRISE Arabian Beach Resort, item by item, with what we checked it against.
| What you'd expect to pay for | Status |
|---|---|
| Premium & à la carte diningOfficial all-inclusive privileges include fine dining across eight restaurants plus additional dining venues on third-party listings. | Included |
| Top-shelf liquorOfficial privileges include local alcoholic drinks; imported or premium brands are not evidenced as included. | Partly included |
| Room serviceThird-party listing states 24-hour room service is available; official all-inclusive privileges do not evidence unlimited room-service inclusion. | Partly included |
| Wi-Fi | Included |
| In-room minibarDaily bottled water and weekly soft drinks are included; third-party all-inclusive terms note minibar restrictions. | Partly included |
| Motorized water sportsBanana boat, donuts, parasailing and similar activities are listed as extra charge. | Costs extra |
| Spa treatmentsSpa is available, but treatments are not evidenced as included. | Costs extra |
| Kids' clubKids Club is included for ages 3 to 12. | Included |
| Airport transfersComplimentary round-trip airport transfers are included only for guests booking the Posh Club suites; standard room bookings must arrange their own ride. | Partly included |
| Tipping & gratuitiesExpedia all-inclusive terms state gratuities are included. | Tips included |
Inclusions change and vary by room category and season, so confirm with the resort before booking. How we verify this
Bringing the kids to SUNRISE Arabian Beach Resort
What decides whether a resort works with children in tow, answered from what the resort publishes rather than from the brochure.
- Kids' club
- Supervised program, ages 3–12
- Drop-off care from
- Age 3, covers toddlers
- Babysitting
- Available at extra cost
- Rooms that fit a family
- Family Suite, Royal Villa (Posh Club)
- Heated pools
- Yes, confirmed heated
- Beach for young swimmers
- Entry varies along the beach
- Dinner reservations
- Needed at some restaurants
- Can a family of 5 stay in one room at SUNRISE Arabian Beach Resort?
- Yes. SUNRISE Arabian Beach Resort has room categories that sleep 5 or more in one key: Family Suite. The largest stated occupancy is 5. Occupancy rules count most children (and sometimes infants) toward the limit, so confirm your exact ages with the resort when you book.
- Does SUNRISE Arabian Beach Resort have a kids' club, and from what age?
- Yes. SUNRISE Arabian Beach Resort runs a supervised kids' club for ages 3–12. Drop-off starts at age 3, so it covers toddlers. Hours and age bands shift seasonally, so confirm before booking.
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