Where is the best place for last-minute shopping in Sharm El Sheikh: the airport, hotel shops, Soho Square, or Naama Bay?
Based on 3 discussions with 3 participants · Last activity: 12 days ago
Based on 3 discussions with 3 participants · Last activity: 12 days ago
TL;DR
For variety, Naama Bay is usually the best option for belts, bags, water shoes, and a pharmacy. The airport and hotel shops work only for urgent last-minute purchases, but selection is typically smaller and prices are higher.
For water shoes, shops near the hotel are usually more practical if you need them right after check-in: it is faster than waiting to buy at the airport, and you can try on different pairs.
If you need practical shopping rather than just souvenirs, such as a belt, a bag, and a pharmacy, Naama Bay is the more practical choice: it generally has more everyday shops and a wider selection than Soho.
Soho Square is better for an evening walk and a few targeted purchases, but if you want to get several essentials in one trip, Naama Bay is usually more efficient.
If you are flying out the same day and do not have time for Old Market or a supermarket, buying sweets at the hotel is the most convenient option. The main downside is that the selection is usually limited.
The airport is best treated as a backup option for sweets or small last-minute purchases: it is convenient before boarding, but usually not the best place for variety.