The seaside resort of Taba Heights is situated on Sinai's Eastern Red Sea shorelines, only 400 meters from Cairo. With 5 kilometers of sandy beaches, an array of shops and restaurants and year-round sunshine, it is no wonder that Taba Heights has become one of the country's most popular tourist destinations. Taba Heights also has a wide range of hotel accommodation, with something to suit every taste and budget
Only 14 miles from the International Airport lies the Taba Heights Marriott Beach Resort. Spread over three floors, the hotel offers 372 guest rooms, equipped with all modern conveniences including high speed Internet and private terrace or balcony, while its 22 suites have separate living and dining areas and a whirlpool. Aside from its own private beach, the Marriott is home to a championship golf course, spa, limousine service and fitness center. On-site dining options include International, Italian and Middle Eastern restaurants as well as a beach bar and grill, juice bar and pub. Don't miss the nearby Pharoah's Island (7 miles) containing a 12th century citadel built by Crusaders and now recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. As of October 2010, rates start at $125 for two adults with breakfast buffet for one night.
Only 12 miles from downtown Taba and 24 miles from the International Airport is the Sofitel Taba Heights. This all-inclusive hotel is home to the Aladdin, a buffet-style restaurant where a different theme is served up every day, and the Asiatique, offering Japanese, Thai and Chinese specialties. Guests can also enjoy 24-hour room service or snacks in either of the three bars at an extra cost. Each of its 294 guestrooms is air-conditioned with views of the Rea Sea and all guests have access to the spa, fitness center, swimming pools, private beach and games room. Nearby attractions include the Red Sea Waterworld which offers snorkeling, diving and cruises. As of October 2010 rates start at $220 per night for a king room.
If you're traveling to Taba Heights with children, check out the Hilton Taba Resort and Nelson Village. With a supervised children's club, babysitting services, specially-designed children's dining menu and kid's pool the Hilton Taba Resort gives adults the time to enjoy the beach, Stars Casino and the outdoor swimming pool complex. Each of the guest rooms comes with a mountain or sea view, pay movies and air-conditioning. The Hilton Taba offers a wide range of dining and entertainment options featuring Italian cuisine at the Casa Taba, traditional Egyptian at the Marhab, a choice of three bars, a pub and disco. Nearby attractions include the Egypt-Israel border (0.3 miles), the Underwater Aquarium (3 miles) and a safari trek at the Colored Canyon (53 miles). As of October 2010 rates start at $190 per night for a queen family room with buffet breakfast.
