Best family all-inclusive resort in Sharm el-Sheikh — Rixos Sharm vs Sunrise Makadi comparison

Sunrise Garden and Mamluk (adjacent hotels with shared restaurant access) offer a lively programme: beach festivals, cocktails and fruit served on the beach, aqua aerobics, and dancing in the sea. Evening entertainment is notably better than at the neighbouring Dana resort. Downside for Russian-speaking families: few Russian guests and all animation is in English.

Aladdin hotel stands out as an alternative for evening entertainment: pleasant grounds, live concerts, and a more relaxed atmosphere. Some guests prefer spending their evenings there rather than at their own resort.

Reef Oasis Blue Bay is worth considering if you prefer a beautiful, quiet resort: mostly European guests (Italians, Germans), adults-only zones (16+), but little entertainment. A good fit for those who don't need active animation.

At one club-accommodation property, evening parties are ticketed at around €7 per entry. The overall vibe is quiet with limited entertainment — younger guests may find it dull. Staff are friendly, food quality is good, and the pool and sea are excellent. Note: the pier drops to very deep water.

Sunrise Makadi Bay offers a packed daily entertainment schedule: evening pool parties, beach fire shows, flamingo parties, and themed nights — a strong choice for families with kids aged 10+ who want active programming.

Rixos Sharm el-Sheikh is a well-maintained resort with large grounds, many pools, and a gentle beach entry. Evenings feature shows followed by a DJ and disco, but the vibe is family-oriented rather than party-focused. Entertainment and drinks are less impressive than at the adults-only Rixos.

A dissenting view: the reef quality in Sharm el-Sheikh is rated below average by some visitors, and the resort overall is considered overpriced. If you're not interested in animation, pools, or drinks, and the reef doesn't impress, the value proposition is questionable.