Where relaxation meets fun, action, culinary highlights and wellness. That’s the new Steigenberger Resort Ras Soma at the Egyptian Red Sea. The resort opened up mid 2021 and offers a great variation of activities for young and old!
In this hotel review you’ll find out more details about our stay at the Steigenberger Resort Ras Soma

Steigenberger Resort Ras Soma Review

Location & Arrival

Located near Safaga at the Egyptian East coast, the Steigenberger Resort Ras Soma lies just a 40 minutes ride South from the International Airport in Hurghada. After landing we got greeted by a hotel staff member and driven to the resort.

The resort is located right at the beach with a private part which is only accessible for hotel guests. It is the ideal location to go kite surfing, snorkeling, diving or to relax in the sun.

The Steigenberger is located in a gated community called Ras Soma which is currently developing. The big plan is to open up more residences and shops in the upcoming years to transform Ras Soma in to a trendsetting location to live at and to visit.

Entering the resort through the lobby you’re instantly surrounded by the elegant elegant and modern oriental vibes which can be found all around the resort. 

Rooms & Suites

All room categories at the Steigenberger Resort Ras Soma are very similar and the biggest difference is the outdoor area and the view which can be a balcony or a terrace with either pool or sea view.

Executive Suite with Pool

My favorite category have been the rooms on the lower ground which are not facing the pool. They are called Executive Suites and have a private pool and garden attached to the terrace. Different from the other room categories, the Executive Suites have an additional sitting area inside.

The room itself is spacious with a king size bed, desk, relaxation area and a big window facade which leads outside to the terrace with sun beds and your little swimming pool.

The bathroom not only has a big rain shower but an additional bathtub for cozy baths!

Beachfront Villa with Pool

If you’re traveling as a family or group of friends you will love the private villas with up to three bedrooms. The outdoor areas of the this category is huge with an extensive private swimming pool, relaxation area and dining table. Inside the 215m2 space with your own kitchen and living room is designed modern and elegant – I especially loved the master bedroom with outdoor shower!

The Concept of the Steigenberger Resort Ras Soma

Other than other resorts at the Red Sea, the Steigenberger Resort Ras Soma is not noisy and loud but rather relaxing and perfect to unwind. You can either chill at one of the pools, have a drink at the bar, relax at the beach or get pampered at the Midiva Spa.

Pools & Beach

Located in the center of the resort, the main pool consists of three individual ones all of them are. The first one is relatively shallow and attached to the pool bar which makes it to the ideal pool to chill. The second one is the kids pool and the last one is the deepest pool and great for swimming.

Walk along the sandy beach and dip your toe in the refreshing Red Sea. At the beach you’ll find sun beds with umbrellas and wind blockers or rent a private cabana. We loved to that during the midday to get some shade during the midday heat.

As typical for the Red Sea, the Beach at the Steigenberger Resort doesn’t have white powdery sand like in the Maldives but rather an amber tone.

If you seek some adventures, then relaxing is for sure not the only thing you can do at the Ras Soma Beach:

Water Sport Activities

When visiting the Red Sea you simply can not leave without exploring the incredibly vivid maritime life. The best way to do this is via a little tour. We jumped on a boat at the Steigenberger Beach and only headed away from the shore for a few minutes until we arrived at the most beautiful underwater garden. The corals have been growing on natural pillars – kind of a vertical reef, surrounded by countless colorful fish! It was for sure one of my favorite diving experiences ever and super beginner friendly!

To try a bit of snorkeling you can also enter the water straight from the beach or head out a few meters on one of the kayaks or stand up paddle boards.

When the weather conditions are right you might even try some kite surfing. Unfortunately our session got cancelled due to the missing wind during our last day but it’s something you should definitely consider! We heard it is so much fun and way easier to handle than it looks like!

Wellness

An important part of the Steigenberger Resort Ras Soma concept is wellbeing that’s why the resort offers many choices to get pampered and fuel your body.

I loved to start the day with a Yoga Session right at the beach. Nothing beats hearing the relaxing sounds of the waves early in the morning when most people are still asleep.

For this reason I also fell in love with the Midiva Spa of the Steigenberger Resorts Ras Some. The treatment rooms are located in little beach huts with a verandah. This means that you can have the sliding door, facing the sea, opened during your treatment to listen to the sounds of nature. Patrick decided to try a classic Swedish Massage while I choose a Lymphatic Massage which I can highly recommend!

In the main building of the Spa you can enjoy the sauna, steam bath or Jacuzzis at anytime!

Of course you’ll find a well equipped gym as well but to be honest we didn’t had a chance to try it during our stay!

Kids Club

When you’re traveling as a family and like to spend some romantic time as a couple anyways, the Steigenberger Resort Ras Soma offers a great kids club with an indoor and outdoor area.

Breakfast & Restaurants

With a total of five Restaurants and Bars they Steigenberger offers a great variation of culinary delights for all tastes.

Kahramana

The main restaurant of the resort serves breakfast, lunch and dinner on an extensive buffet.
It is for sure one of the biggest breakfast buffets we’ve ever seen with Arabic and international choices with different live cooking stations. Also for dinner you can choose from countless choices which makes it impossible to try everything even if you’re staying for a week!

Beside the buffet restaurant the Steigenberger Resort Ras Some offers a great selection of à la carte restaurants which are included in the All Inclusive Package as well. The quality of the dishes has been exceptional and we tried all different cuisines during our stay.

Benisuma

Probably my favorite restaurant at the resort since I’m a big lover of Asian food. The Benisuma offers Japanese Teppanyaki and Sushi plus Indonesian and Thai cookery. If you come definitely try the „sizzling pepper beef“ it is out of this world!

Arabesque

Fans of oriental cuisine will love the Arabesque with Lebanese classics and Arabian oriental Mezze which are perfect for a convivial evening.

Maya

This Restaurant and Bar serves seafood, Tapas, Italian specialities and amazing cocktails. Thanks to its location at the beach, Maya is the ideal place for any time of the day. Either a light lunch, afternoon coffee or drinks and snacks after sunset!

Bars

At the Aqua Pool Bar you can enjoy drinks directly in the Pool or stop by for a quick lunch with Italian cuisine.
My favorite Bar nevertheless has been the Safari Lobby Bar. It has the most elegant oriental design inside and outdoors for an afternoon coffee or drink in the evening while listening to live music.

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RÉSUMÉ

No matter if you’re traveling as a family, group of friends or couple, at the Steigenberger Resort Ras Soma, you will find what you are looking for! Especially if you’re planning to have a vacation with relaxation as the main goal, combined with adventures and amazing food choices at a brand new resort!

Find more reviews about my favorite hotels around the world here!

We had a sponsored stay at the Steigenberger Resort Ras Soma, which does not influence my opinion and review about the resort.

Fascinating history meets ancient architecture and an interesting culture: That’s Egypt! In this blog post I’m sharing 7 best things to do in Egypt which must not be missed on your travel itinerary for this spectacular country in North Africa.

7 best things to do in Egypt

1. Cairo

The capital of Egypt with more than 20 Million inhabitants is the biggest capital in Africa and a place where many nations, cultures and African as well as Middle Eastern traditions come together. Most tourists visit Cairo only for their arrival and departure from the airport or due to the fact that is located right next to the famous pyramids of Giza. But the city itself is definitely worth spending some time at, to experience how the majority of Egyptians are living nowadays.

Best things to do in Cairo:

• Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum to see impressive ancient artifacts closely – it only opened in 2025 an is super impressive!
• visit the oldest mosque in Egypt and Africa: The Mosque of Ibn Tulun from 879 AD
• enjoy the incredible panoramic view over Cairo from the Salah El Din Citadel and visit its main attraction, the Muhammad Ali mosque
• climb up the Minaret At Bay Zuweila for a spectacular view of historic Cairo

2. Giza

Located in the outskirts of Cairo lies Giza: Probably the most visited place in Egypt – but for a good reason: The pyramids of Giza date back to 2560 BC and are one of the Seven Wonders of the World. The size of the structures and the fact that they have been manmade thousands of years ago, take their visitors back to ancient times!
It is possible to go inside the pyramids through tiny corridors into the chambers but it is not as spectacular as seeing them from the outside. All mummies and artifacts which used to be inside have been transferred to the Egyptian museum. Even though the guides try to tell you something else, the visit to one pyramid is for free: Menkaure Pyramid. For the other two pyramids you’ll have to pay an extra charge to get in but we heard that they all pretty much look the same inside – so visiting the free one is enough!

On the complex locals offer camel rides to the best spots of the areal to overlook the pyramids and take amazing photos of the pyramids. Don’s miss on this opportunity! It is definitely worth the extra charge that you should bargain before the ride.

To the South of the Cheops pyramid lies the most famous creature from the Egyptian mythology: The Great Sphinx which has the body of a lion and the head of a pharaoh. It is said to be the guardian of the pyramids and a great photo opportunity as well!

Philae Temple

Nubian Village

4. Abu Simbel

A visit in Abu Simbel is one of the best things to do in Egypt which will surely leave you in awe – just as myself! It has been one of my personal favorite places we visited in Egypt.
Abu Simbel is located relatively close to Aswan so the best way to reach it is by hiring a taxi driver during your stay in Aswan for a day tour. The drive still takes around 3,5 hours but it is definitely worth it! Otherwise you can reach Abu Simbel by plane.
The temple of Ramses II. and his wife Nefertari are carved into massive rocks and look absolutely spectacular from outside but even more fascinating from the inside with very well preserved colorful hieroglyphics which are more than 3300 years old!

For more details about Abu Simbel, how to get there, what to expect and important advices, read my guide for a day tour to Abu Simbel!

5. Luxor

The most beautiful temple we’ve visited in Egypt is the Karnak Temple in Luxor: The largest and most religious temple in ancient Egypt. Its obelisk and the huge columns with hieroglyphs are glowing mysteriously in the early morning light. That’s why the best time to visit the Karnak Temple is early in the morning right after the opening at 6am! You will have the site almost to yourself during this time of the day and have the possibility to shoot dreamy photos.

The best things to do in Luxor:

• visit the mysterious Karnak Temple
• admire the Luxor Temple which dates back to 1400 BC where many kings of ancient Egypt have been crowned
• Visit the Valley of the Kings which used to be the royal burial ground for the pharaohs of the 18th until 20th dynasty including Tutankhamun and Ramses II.
• While the Valley of the Queens used to be the burial site of the pharaohs wives. Especially spectacular is the tomb of Queen Nefertari which is very well preserved, colorful and rich in details!
• Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut – the most powerful female ruler of ancient Egypt.
• Take a hot air balloon ride during sunrise over the West Bank of Luxor to see the tombs and temples from above

Karnak Temple

6. The Red Sea

After exploring the impressive temples, pyramids and tombs of ancient Egypt, plan a few days of relaxation at the Red Sea. It is not only a great place in Egypt to soak in some sunshine and go for a swim but especially to go diving or snorkeling. The maritime life in the Red Sea is extremely rich. You might see dolphins, colorful reef fish and corals, rays, sharks, turtles and so much more! It is a different side of the country and definitely belongs to the best things to do in Egypt.

7. Siwa Oasis

One secret tip and definitely one of the most spectacular things to do in Egypt is visiting the Siwa Oasis in the Western part of Egypt. Siwa Oasis is a tiny community near the border to Libya and not the right destination for you if you’re looking for a luxury stay in Egypt. The area is famous for its hundreds of unique salt pools which spread over the whole region. They are mostly surrounded by a white salt crust while the water in the pool appears to be turquoise blue. The area looks almost extraterrestrial!
Getting to Siwa is not easy – expect a long (9-12 hrs) and bumpy bus or car ride from Cairo but if you want to visit a unique and extraordinary destination in Egypt, then this place has to be on your travel list!

The best things to do in Egypt

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• A day tour to Abu Simbel – everything you have to know

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