How to get early check-in at hotels in Sharm El Sheikh when your flight lands early morning?
Based on 2 discussions with 3 participants · Last activity: 5 days ago
TL;DR
Official check-in is usually 12:00-14:00, but you can try tipping/paying extra cash at reception for early check-in; if unavailable, leave luggage at the bell desk and wait in the lobby.
What the community said
Even when travelers manage to negotiate early check-in, the standard hotel schedule stays tight for everyone: arrival at 8:00, check-in at 12:00, checkout at 13:30, and a late-night departure — so don't count on major exceptions.
5 days ago Check-in 12:00 / checkout 13:30
One traveler asked how many dollars to offer at the front desk to check in earlier instead of waiting from an early morning flight until 2-3 PM — no exact amount was confirmed, but cash tipping for early check-in is a known practice here.
5 days ago Cash tip for early check-in
Back in 2024 at the same hotel, the lobby officially closed at 23:00, but guests brought speakers and kept the party going right there in the lobby area — so life doesn't fully stop even after official closing time.
5 days ago Lobby closes at 23:00