Four Seasons Sharm el Sheikh

It'll come as no surprise that The Four Seasons is a perfect option for visitors seeking luxury and a touch of tranquillity amidst the bustle of Sharm El Sheikh. Its hillside location serves dual purposes, keeping it well away from the noisy main drag and offering up sweeping views of the Red Sea from a vantage point at the edge of the Sinai Peninsula. There's almost a Moorish feel to the buildings and décor, with intricate archways and Moroccan lanterns complementing the usual Four Seasons understated sophistication and neutral, airy colour schemes.

Each of the rooms and suites has its own private balcony or terrace, most with Red Sea views, along with ultra-modern facilities such as large marble bathrooms and flat-screen satellite televisions. The impressive facilities continue throughout the resort, including four swimming pools, a tennis centre, a gym and a dive shop, with excellent snorkelling and diving available straight from the jetty on the house reef. Along with one of the most opulent spas on the Red Sea, there are five restaurants and numerous bars to enjoy refreshments throughout the day. While many visitors to Egypt are a little put off by Sharm’s reputation for tacky glitz and glamour, the Four Seasons feels a world away from the stereotype.