Summary of "Свежий обзор отеля AMPHORAS BEACH 5*/ Разбираем плюсы и минусы"

Overview

Amphoras Beach Hotel — Sharm El Sheikh (5-star). Mid-sized property set in green grounds, about a 5–7 minute walk from reception to the sea. Positioned as family-friendly with a mix of renovated (Superior) and older (chalet) buildings. Large share of Italian guests (estimated ~40%), plus Russians, Kazakhs and others.

Rooms & facilities

Superior rooms (renovated 2023): safe, small minibar (water, small drinks, chocolates), kettle, two single beds (can be joined), terrace with garden view; connecting rooms available for groups.
Bathrooms: modern and clean; Superior rooms feature two sinks.
Gym: small but adequately equipped; towels and sanitizer provided.
Shops near reception: souvenirs, clothes, oils, perfumes, bags, sneakers.
Game room: billiards, table football, PlayStation, air hockey.
Tennis court: free rackets from reception; evening lighting at extra cost.
On-site diving club: diving directly from the pier with instructors.

Dining & bars

Main restaurant (breakfast, lunch, dinner) with large buffet stations:

Breakfast highlights: fresh-squeezed juices (mango, strawberry), breads, cheeses, egg/omelette station, pancakes/donuts, falafel, fruit, yogurts.
Lunch/Dinner highlights: salads, soups, seafood satay (shrimp/crab), grilled meats, pasta stations (cream & tomato sauces), pizza, snack-bar items, desserts and fruit table. A healthy corner offers veggie purees and boiled chicken.
Snack bar schedule: around 12:00 (burgers, hot dogs, pizza, pasta) and around 16:00 (fruit, pancakes, baked goods).

A la carte restaurants:

Red Dragon (Chinese) — recommended (tom yum, spring rolls, very good mango smoothie).
Bella Vista (Italian) — classic Italian fare, less notable.
Mediterranean restaurant exists but was not reviewed.

Bars and alcohol:

Panorama Bar: included for Ultra All-Inclusive (serves imported alcohol and cocktails); regular all-inclusive guests may pay.
Beach-adjacent bar (near kids’ club/main pool); no bar directly on the sand but nearby service.
Regular bars mainly serve local alcoholic brands; panorama/Ultra options include imported alcohol.

Pools, beach & water activities

Pools: multiple options including quiet pools, a lazy river and an active main pool with three water slides (separate kids and deep sections). Freshwater showers, towels, and multiple lifeguards on duty.
Beach & coastline:
- Large coastline with piers and several sea entrances.
- Shore entry can be rocky with dead corals; pier entry leads into deeper water.
- Excellent snorkeling and reef area accessible from the pier — lots of fish and corals.
- Lifeguards and buoys mark swim/snorkel zones.
- Sun loungers are generally available but pier-side beds fill quickly — reserve early.
- Loungers and umbrellas are somewhat worn and would benefit from updating.
Tip: bring aqua/coral shoes for shore entry (less necessary if using the pier).

Entertainment & kids

Daytime activities: yoga, volleyball, aqua aerobics, themed daytime events (e.g., “Squid Game,” mini-Olympics) and daily animation.
Evening shows: belly dance, national dance, fire/dance shows; reviewer found the evening program repetitive (grade ~C).
Kids facilities: playground by main pool, children’s club with animators, master classes, mini-disco (evening), and games room — generally well suited for families.

Service & cleanliness

Reception and administrative staff: friendly and helpful.
Housekeeping: reliable (towel/linen changes, minibar refills).
Restaurant service: slower and less attentive (tables not always cleared promptly); overall service rated average.

Pros

Family-oriented, green grounds and convenient layout with short walk to the beach.
Good selection of fresh food and regular availability of seafood.
Several pools and water attractions; lifeguards present.
On-site diving club and strong snorkeling from the pier.
Renovated Superior rooms (2023) — comfortable and clean.

Cons

Food can be monotonous (ample and fresh but not fine-dining).
Evening entertainment is repetitive.
Beach and pool sun loungers/umbrellas are worn and need updating.
No lobby bar for standard all-inclusive guests (Panorama access tied to Ultra AI); some paid a la carte perks for regular AI.
Some older, non-renovated buildings remain.

Practical tips & recommendations

Bring aqua/coral shoes for shore entry; use the pier for deeper/snorkel access if you prefer not to wear shoes.
If you want pier-side sunbeds, get there early to reserve — they go fast.
Sign up in advance for a la carte restaurants (Red Dragon and Bella Vista). Red Dragon received the best feedback.
Ultra All-Inclusive adds perks (Panorama Bar access, unlimited a la carte visits).
Use reception to sign up for free shuttle transfers (timed shuttle service available).
Expect solid family facilities but modest evening shows — great for families, less so for those seeking gourmet dining or top-tier evening entertainment.

Notable locations, products and speaker

Hotel: Amphoras Beach Hotel, Sharm El Sheikh
A la carte restaurants: Red Dragon (Chinese), Bella Vista (Italian)
Bar: Panorama Bar (imported alcohol included for Ultra All-Inclusive)
Activities: on-site diving club (pier diving with instructors), multiple pools and slides
Speaker/reviewer: Veronica (Veronika) Dolasova — Troika travel agent
Recommended items: mango smoothie (highly praised), tom yum at Red Dragon

Reviewer summary: family-friendly 5-star with renovated Superior rooms, strong snorkeling/diving from the pier, good buffet variety, and solid kids’ facilities — best for families seeking a comfortable, active beach stay rather than gourmet dining or top-tier evening entertainment.