- Should you sit upon a cloud
Owned and operated by the artist couple Nadia Shalaby and
Sadek Abul-Dahab
tobya boutique hotel is a four star property and maybe the only boutique hotel in Egypt. Located in the Taba area – South Sinai, 2 km from the Egyptian – Israeli border, Eilat City the hotel overlooks the Gulf of Aqaba. tobya has 4 countries forming its view: Egypt , Israel , Jordan and Saudi Arabia . Built in a natural crevasse of the Sinai mountains, tobya beach club connects to the property via a tunnel.
The many details of each room in tobya have been created with the guests in mind. tobya boutique hotel consists of the following:
79 guestrooms, 3 executive rooms, 4 suites and 5 2-bedroom apartments. All rooms are outfitted with air-conditioning, satellite TV, mini-bar, en suite bathrooms w/hot & cold water. Most rooms have terraces or patios, 85% of all rooms overlook the Red Sea. The combination of various natural materials with simple lines of design make each unique room a stylish and cozy getaway.
Comfort and function were the topmost priorities in the selection of furniture and fixtures. The beauty of the wood and stone textures used, are enhanced by the hand woven throw rugs and original artwork.
The inspiring scenery is matched by the décor and landscape, where each corner has been carefully designed to ensure the sense of space. Whether around one of the pools, or on the beach or just seated on one of the park benches, the sense of tranquility is overwhelming.
Tobya Beach Club: private, with independent kitchen, offering day-use packages for outside guests.
At tobya the focus lies on making every meal a memorable experience, serving consistently exquisite Oriental & Mediterranean cuisine combining the cooking traditions of the region and fresh local ingredients. A growing following of repeat clientele enjoy some of the best food and drink in the area. The different styles adopted in each of the outlets sets the mood only to extenuate that special time spent at tobya. Ask to visit the chefs and witness as they whip up their delectable creations. At tobya you can order any menu at any outlet.
Casino tobya has 2 sections – the main hall and a VIP high-rollers area, each with its own separate bar. Casino guests enjoy free beverages and a hot buffet on the outdoor terrace. Casino tobya features: American Roulette (Single Zero); Caribbean Poker; Black Jack (6 decks) and Mini Punto Banco. The Electronic Poker Machines and Slot Machines offer players up to 35 different games to choose from.
“Should you sit upon a cloud you would not see the boundary line between one country and another…
It is a pity you cannot sit upon a cloud…”
Gibran Khalil Gibran
published September 30, 2007
Source: Angela
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