Movenpick El Quseir

A cluster of Nubian style bungalows in the sleepy town of El Quseir, the Movenpick is a comfortable, unpretentious place to spend a few days at the beach. This is an excellent expanse of Red Sea for scuba diving, and the dive shop at this hotel sees many specialised groups passing regularly through. This shouldn’t put off non-divers though, as the hotel is sufficiently large and sympathetically spaced out to ensure that those visiting only for relaxation purposes can do as much or as little as they want. There is a long, curved stretch of soft sand right in front of the hotel and a house reef on which beginners can try a touch of snorkelling or their first dive. Further activities include tennis and squash courts, various adult and children’s pools, a kid’s club and a soothing wellness centre, with massage rooms, a gym and sauna. There are varied dining outlets and bars, plus an activity centre that can arrange for guests to get out and explore the surrounding area. The 250 rooms are bunched in 13 different clusters, with sea or garden views. Each has air conditioning, satellite TV, Wifi, and a terrace or balcony, and all are designed with light colours and minimalist décor to create an airy feel. El Quseir is far more relaxed than other, more renowned Red Sea destinations, and this hotel fits in perfectly with the ambience.