Parrotel Beach Resort

Good but need improvement in some points

Wow… where do we even start? Our stay at the Parrotel Beach Resort in Sharm El Sheikh was honestly one of THE BEST holidays we’ve ever had. From the moment we arrived, we were made to feel so welcome, and by the time we left, it felt like we were saying goodbye to family. We had flown out to Sharm and chose to stay at this hotel for not only my 50th Birthday but our 10th anniversary of being together. On the night of my birthday, my partner proposed to me within the breathtaking landscape of the hotel grounds - it was absolute heaven and a stay I will remember forever! A massive thank you to Reda Abu ElSaud, the Front Office Manager, who checked in with us throughout the week to ensure everything was perfect. You don’t often get that level of personal care, and it meant the world. Mohamed, the Assistant Hotel Manager, was also incredible - so approachable, always around, and always ready to help. Food-wise, we were spoilt! Sayed and the rest of the restaurant team looked after us so well every single day – always with big smiles and excellent service. And then there was the BBQ outside the restaurant run by Mustafa, Mohamed, and Mahmoud – the chicken and fish they cooked up every night were just out of this world. Honestly, some of the tastiest we’ve ever had! By the pool, we were in the safest hands with Mohamed the lifeguard, who looked after us every single day and even prepped our sunloungers and put our towels out for us each morning. The little touches really made a difference too, like when they walked around with ice-cold flannels on a tray and handed out mocktails to keep everyone cool in the heat. Such a thoughtful touch, and it really made us feel pampered. The animation team – Ahmed, Snoopy and the rest – are absolute stars!! Always smiling, full of energy, and working tirelessly to keep everyone entertained, but never pushy. They made the atmosphere so much fun. And then there was Shark from the Dive Centre, who popped by daily to see the guests. Reda, Mahmoud, and all the pool bar team were incredible too! So polite, so professional, friendly and could not do enough for you! We treated ourselves to a few massages at the Butterfly Spa by the pool, and Nada worked magic – total relaxation! It’s also so handy that there’s an ATM just outside the hotel, plus a pharmacy across the road to the left, where Ahmed knows exactly what he’s doing and gives excellent advice. There’s even an on-site clinic, which gives you peace of mind just in case. The resort itself is ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL – lush gardens, little bridges, hammocks between the trees – it feels like a proper tropical paradise. We stayed for 10 days in Room 1260 in the newly renovated block, and it was gorgeous. Super comfy beds, fresh décor, and the housekeeping team were flawless – the towel art they made was just unbelievable! Perhaps one of the strongest testaments to this resort is its loyal guests. During our stay, we met a couple who have been coming here twice a

Just returned from a week here and we really enjoyed it. The hotel is lovely, but the staff were definitely the highlight. I cannot even begin to name everyone, but particular mentions go to Mahmoud at the pool bar, Walid in housekeeping who decorated our room beautifully, Tamer who gave us the warmest welcome, Abdullah in the restaurant, and the boys working the Toucan Bar upstairs. Everyone worked incredibly hard. We stayed in a garden view room in the new block, which was perfect. As for the food, it is absolutely fine. People like to moan and say it is “samey,” but the quality is good, it is always hot, there is plenty of choice, and we never had any issues. I think people see “5 star” and expect a London style 5 star hotel, but it is different abroad, so lower your expectations a little and just enjoy what is offered. The alcohol is probably the weakest part. The gin was dreadful and takes about 20 to feel anything. But it is what it is, and you can buy premium spirits if you prefer. We booked an excursion through Shark who sold it to us really well and we did seven activities in one day for £50, but bring a handheld fan becaue the bus is TINY, cramped and very hot. Before coming, we heard so much negativity about getting ill and to not leave the resort, but we were completely fine. We drank bottled water throughout our stay and did not avoid any of the food offered at the hotel, and neither of us got ill at all. We felt completely safe, and after that excursion we were out every night, and we are just two 33 and 34 year olds exploring. Definitely visit Farsha Cafe, it is unbelievable. And download the In Drive app for taxis, they are insanely cheap. Bring mosquito repellent, everyone got so bitten, luckily I was fine but you have to wear stuff daily and get the plug in for your room which you can buy from the shop on the hotel grounds. Overall, a great stay and we would happily return.

Hotel grounds nice and clean the things that let it down was the food and drink. We was all inclusive but even if paid for drinks still not best. Meant be 5 star drinks with meal often served in paper 🥤 cups . Ice was limited drinks in warm glass if was lucky enough to get a glass . Cocktails where hit miss no fruit or ice or decorations you lucky if get straw. Ask for vodka orange given tequila pineapple that taste awful. Restaurant clean but food limited choice most meat chicken on bone daily or beef stew dishes rotated goulash, stroganoff, etc but all taste same. No carved meat joint or steak etc like most 5 stars. But always find something to eat even if odd. Things let this hotel down food and drinks and entertainment team as boring..staff lovely and people and willing to do anything for you especially the cleaner who made several trips to room daily checking if need out