A Guide to Ain Sokhna
Ain Sokhna is a town in the Suez Governorate, located on the western bank of the Gulf of Suez on the Red Sea. It is approximately 55 kilometers south of Suez and 120 kilometers east of Cairo. This wonderful tourist spot is a great addition to any Egyptian itinerary.
The name “Ain Sokhna” translates to “Hot Springs” in English. It was named for the nearby sulfur springs that flow from Gebel Ataqa, a mountain in the Eastern Desert. It’s a sunny city with beautiful weather year-round, lovely beaches, and incredible waves. This makes it a popular destination for deep-sea fishing and other water activities.
The breathtaking high mountains, clear water, and sandy beaches make it an ideal vacation spot for those who want to enjoy skating, diving, fishing, and mountain climbing. The city is also known for therapeutic tourism due to its mineral and sulfur springs.
Top 3 Things to Do
Because the place is primarily a recreational tourist destination, you will find many wonderful things to do with family and friends. Here is a list of some of the most popular activities and excursions.
1. Enjoy Snorkeling and Water Sports
The town has recently become a highly recommended tourist attraction with some of the most interesting reefs and stunning crystal-clear seas. This makes it a great spot for snorkelers.
In addition to snorkeling, you will have the chance to experience kite surfing and water skiing. The resort, which stretches from Ras El-Adebbya to Ras El-Zaafarana, is famous for deep-sea fishing. Its clear water is home to some of the world’s most intriguing marine life and coral reefs.
2. Desert Adventures
The incredible oasis and mountain canyons of the Western Desert are also near the town. This provides a great opportunity for travelers to take trips to the Bahariya Oasis and the incredible Valley of the Golden Mummies. This is how visitors to the area enjoy the ultimate beauty of the region and do lots of desert excursions.
Being near Ain Sokhna provides an excellent opportunity to organize various desert trips outside of Cairo, such as visits to the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx.
3. Go Golfing
In addition to having direct access to Ain Sokhna’s beautiful beach and the spacious resort’s best accommodation options, you will have the chance to visit the incredible 9-hole golf course at the Jaz Little Venice Golf Resort. Opened in 2010, it is a recommended option for experienced golfers.
Ain Sokhna’s Most Recommended Hotels
To help you choose where to stay, here is a list of some of the most fascinating luxury resorts and hotels in Ain Sokhna:
- Mövenpick Resort El Sokhna: located on Ain Sokhna’s Zaafarana Road.
- Stella Di Mare Grand Hotel: located at Km 46, Suez – Hurghada Road -Ain Sokhna.
- Grand Ocean El Sokhna: located near the town, 95 kilometers from Suez (43 kilometers from the Ain Sokhna Toll Station).
- The Jaz Little Venice Golf Resort: located 36 kilometers from Suez on the Hurghada-Ain Sokhna Road.
- The Stella Di Mare Golf Hotel: located 46 kilometers from Suez on the Suez-Hurghada Road near Ain Sokhna.
- The Stella Di Mare Sea Club Hotel: located 46 kilometers from Suez on the Suez-Hurghada Road in Ain Sokhna.
- The Cancun Sokhna Resort: situated on Km 102 of the El Zaafarana Road near the town.
- Teda Swiss Inn Plaza Hotel & Aqua Park: located in the Economic Sector Ain Sokhna, northwest of the Gulf of Suez.
- Porto Sokhna: located on Zafrana Road, 84 kilometers from Ain Sokhna, and owned by Amer-Group.
- Elite Residence & Aqua Park: located inside Tulip Resort Ain Soukhna at KM 39, Suez Hurghada Road.
- Helnan Hotel El Sokhna: located in Suez-Zaafarana Road, Suez, Egypt Ain Sokhna.
- Dome Marina Hotel & Resort Ain Sokhna: located in Suez-Zaafarana Road, Suez, Egypt Ain Sokhna.
- Romance Hotel & Aqua Park: located at Km 102, Suez Hurghada Road, Ain Sokhna.
- Amer-Group Park’s Porto Sokhna Pyramids Apartments: located at KM 48 Zafrana Road in Ain Sokhna.
- La Sirena Hotel & Resort: a family-only hotel in Suez City’s Ain Sokhna neighborhood.
- The Porto Sokhna Beach Resort: located on the Zafrana Road, 48 kilometers from the town.
- Palmera Azur Resort: located at KM 32, Ain Sokhna, Suez-Hurghada Road.
- El Sokhna’s Retal View Resort: located on Km 36 of the Suez-Ain Sokhna Road.
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