General description:
The hotel Ancient Sands Resort El Gouna lies approx. 1 km from the Marina Beach, a private sandy beach, linked by a free shuttle service. hourly from January to December. At the beach are sun umbrellas and sun loungers free of charge. The tourist centre is about 2 km away. The town Cairo is around 485 km away (Hurghada around 30 km). The nearest shopping facilities are located approx. 2 km from the hotel, and also a supermarket is in the vicinity of the hotel. It is 2 km from the hotel to the nearest bars and restaurants. Entertainment facilities such as a cinema are approx. 2 km away. For medical treatment in emergencies there is a hospital around 1 km away. The airport (HRG) is approx. 40 km away. The hotel and airport are linked by a shuttle (for a fee). Another airport (RMF) is located approx. 250 km away.
Hygiene and safety measures
In order to protect the health of the guests, the following hygiene and protective measures are taken in the hotel: Compliance of the WHO recommendations and local laws, trained and equipped staff with hygiene and protection measures, safe access with sanitary controls to suppliers and employees, staff replacement policy, adapted capacities and flows in common areas to ensure social distancing, hand sanitizer available in all areas, in-house medical services, luggage transportation by the guest (incl. luggage disinfection), protective screens at the reception, Non-Contact check-in and check-out and non-contact in-house information, restaurant space adapted to ensure social distancing, minimum 2m distance between tables at restaurants, new additional adapted outdoor dining areas, controlled access restaurant (limited entry), controlled access bar (limited entry), buffet alternatives (Show-Cooking), disposable kitchenware, intensification control in chlorination levels and disinfection protocols for pools, minimum 2m between sun beds, additional adapted chill-out/ relaxation areas, masks available for guests, guest infection policy, temperature control measures for guests, clean and sanitized rooms, intensification of disinfection / cleaning protocols, 2x per week room disinfection, 24h time between check-out and check-in, new air treatments (air filters), individual amenities, individual wrapped towels as well as 2x per week change of towels. The hotel has already been awarded a local seal of approval for extensive protective measures after appropriate testing.
Amenities:
The 3-storey resort consists of a main building and 3 adjoining buildings, and has 136 rooms in total. It is equipped with a 24h reception (check-in from 14:00, check-out until 12:00), a lobby with bar, 8 lifts, an air conditioning, a safe (for free), a coiffeur, a kiosk, a mini market, various other shops, a parking area (for free) as well as a money changing facility. For the meals, there is a restaurant (air-conditioned). In a total 3 bars, you can relax in good company. WiFi is available for free. Room cleaning is free of charge. Room service, laundry / ironing service and medical service are available for a fee.
Pool:
In the outdoor area of the mediterranean-style hotel you will find 5 fresh water pools. Here, there are sun umbrellas and sun loungers for free available.
Meals:
Breakfast (from 07:00 - 10:30) from the buffet. All inclusive: breakfast, lunch and dinner. Breakfast and lunch and dinner only in selected restaurants or bars. Water at certain times. Soft drinks (10:30 - 00:00), coffee and tea (16:00 - 17:00), cakes and pastries (16:00 - 17:00), small snacks (16:00 - 17:00), beer (10:30 - 00:00), wine (10:30 - 00:00), cocktails (10:30 - 00:00), national alcoholic drinks (10:30 - 00:00), Welcome Drink, 24 h service and free use of safe (with deposit).
Sport and Leisure:
Sports and entertainment: Tennis (where applicable, for a fee, approx. 1 km away), billiards (for free), darts (for free), table tennis (for free) and beach volleyball. Approx. 1 km away from the hotel watersports activities are available (partly from local providers). A golf course is located in the vicinity of the hotel. Whirlpool free of charge. Spa area, sauna, steam bath, hamam and massages available for a fee. Entertainment for adults: evening shows and live music.
Additional information:
Additional fees may apply for certain facilities, amenities or activities. Some services depend on the local climatic conditions and the season. Languages spoken: English, German and Arabic. Accepted methods of payment: Euro / MasterCard and Visa. Some services and facilities might be closed or offered with restrictions due to COVID19 Prevention measurement. Changes can be applied without previous notice.
Double Standard FamilySuite:
With king size bed or twin bed, extra bed, baby cot (for free), tiled floor, kitchenette, balcony or terrace, heating (individually adjustable), kettle (for free), minibar (for a fee), safe (for free) and flat screen sat TV as well as individually adjustable air conditioning (from January to December).
Double Standard JuniorSuite:
With king size bed or twin bed, extra bed, baby cot (for free), tiled floor, kitchenette, balcony or terrace, heating (individually adjustable), kettle (for free), minibar (for a fee), safe (for free) and flat screen sat TV as well as individually adjustable air conditioning (from January to December).
SingleUse Standard JuniorSuite:
With king size bed or twin bed, extra bed, baby cot (for free), tiled floor, kitchenette, balcony or terrace, heating (individually adjustable), kettle (for free), minibar (for a fee), safe (for free) and flat screen sat TV as well as individually adjustable air conditioning (from January to December).
Double Deluxe Room:
With king size bed or twin bed, extra bed, baby cot (for free), tiled floor, kitchenette, balcony or terrace, heating (individually adjustable), kettle (for free), minibar (for a fee), safe (for free) and flat screen sat TV as well as individually adjustable air conditioning (from January to December). Room size: 33 m².
SingleUse Deluxe Room:
With king size bed or twin bed, extra bed, baby cot (for free), tiled floor, kitchenette, balcony or terrace, heating (individually adjustable), kettle (for free), minibar (for a fee), safe (for free) and flat screen sat TV as well as individually adjustable air conditioning (from January to December).
Double Executive Suite:
With king size bed or twin bed, extra bed, baby cot (for free), tiled floor, kitchenette, balcony or terrace, heating (individually adjustable), kettle (for free), minibar (for a fee), safe (for free) and flat screen sat TV as well as individually adjustable air conditioning (from January to December).
SingleUse Executive Suite:
With king size bed or twin bed, extra bed, baby cot (for free), tiled floor, kitchenette, balcony or terrace, heating (individually adjustable), kettle (for free), minibar (for a fee), safe (for free) and flat screen sat TV as well as individually adjustable air conditioning (from January to December).
