The Oberoi Beach Resort, Sahl Hasheesh

On Egypt’s Red Sea coast in Sahl Hasheesh, minutes from Old Town Sahl Hasheesh and about 25 minutes from Hurghada’s retail and nightlife. Easy drive to Hurghada International Airport, Marina Hurghada, Jungle Aqua Park, Senzo Mall and the Hurghada Grand Aquarium.

An all-suite resort carved in regional style — domes, arches and private courtyards set a calm, luxe tone. Suites boast soothing interiors and roomy bathrooms, some with sunken marble baths opening onto private walled gardens. In-room perks include minibars, satellite TVs and DVD players.

Private sandy beach, multiple outdoor pools (including a kids' pool), outdoor tennis court and poolside seating for sea-breeze mornings. Full spa with massages, facials, sauna and steam room, plus a gym, diving club, yoga area, library and kids' playroom. Concierge, tour desk, valet parking and roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) keep things easy.

Complimentary wired and wireless internet across the property and an on-site business center. Limo/town-car service and concierge assistance for meetings or airport transfers.

Three on-site restaurants serve international, continental and oriental dishes. The Pergola overlooks the Red Sea and pool with salads, pastas, pizzas and light snacks. Bar, beach bar and poolside bar pour cocktails, and 24-hour room service plus buffet breakfasts are available.