The family-friendly 5-star Novotel Sharm El Sheikh hotel promises exemplary facilities and stylish accommodation, overlooking the Red Sea. Highlights include several swimming pools and a diverse selection of bars and restaurants. Located on Naama bay, a few kilometres from the centre of Sharm El Sheikh, the hotel affords easy access to the surrounding area, thanks in part to its car rental service. Nearby can be found a number of shops and restaurants, as well as a casino. There are also colourful handicraft stands celebrating the Bedouin culture. Further afield, the Ras Mohammed national park is home to beautiful reefs and interesting wildlife. The hotel occupies a lovely estate populated with bright white properties in the local style. In addition to heated outdoor swimming pools, the hotel boasts multi-purpose courts (volleyball, football), a well-equipped fitness centre, a tennis court, a sauna and Jacuzzi, and a spa that offers a range of body and massage treatments. The hotel has a private beach where guests can participate in various water sports. There is also a kids club that organises fun activities. The Standard Garden Beach Wing rooms are spacious and elegant, benefiting from a rich colour scheme and contemporary feel. Notable amenities include a mini-bar, flat-screen TV and an en-suite bathroom with bathtub and shower. The Al Dente restaurant is open for lunch and dinner, preparing delicious Italian cuisine and affording views of the sea. The Bedu bar serves a range of beverages, including cocktails, and hosts live musical entertainment. Parking is possible onsite.