First Turkish Rixos Hotel opened in Sharm Al Sheikh, Egypt

Rixos, one of the world's fastest-growing luxury hotel chains, opens its first hotel in Egypt, located in the region's premiere beach destination, Sharm El Sheikh. Rixos Sharm El Sheikh opens its doors to privileged guests in October, 2012.

Rixos Sharm El Sheikh is nestled in the heart of the city, prominently set along the vast white sands of Nabq Bay. The resort provides a scenic view of the Gulf of Aqaba's mouth, as well as Tiran Island, and it located just 22 km from Naama Bay and about 8 km from the airport.

The sprawling resort encompasses 695 rooms and suites, which include 488 elegantly furnished rooms, 70 Family rooms, in addition to 137 Junior Suites, ten of which have private plunge pools that offer spectacular views of the Red Sea, or «nature's aquarium» as it renowned worldwide.

The resort boasts a large conference hall, as well as two splendid dining rooms, six à la carte restaurants, five bars, along with the famed Rixos Royal Spa. The luxurious health and beauty center offers soothing water rituals, world-class massages, various body treatments, and skincare from a global program of traditional and contemporary methods. The ever-enticing Turkish Hamam awaits you with its mystic atmosphere, promising tranquility and purification of both body and soul. The indulgence is not only limited to adults, however, children are invited to be entertained at Rixos's activity-filled Rixy Club.

Adapted from Ameinfo.com