A Red Sea resort beach at Hurghada with reef shallows offshore

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Hurghada Hotels

Where to stay in Hurghada – design-led hotels in El Gouna, quiet luxury on the southern bays, and good-value all-inclusives by the airport – house reefs off the beach, booked by our own team.

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Best areas: El Gouna · Sahl Hasheesh · town
Star range: 3-star to 5-star
Nights: 3–7 typical
Beach: Yes, house reefs
Airport: Hurghada (HRG)
Rates: Net, negotiated direct

The decision

Where to stay in Hurghada

Hurghada is less a town than a long line of resorts down a sunlit coast, so the choice is really about which stretch suits you. The reef runs the whole way, the sun is near-guaranteed, and the difference between bases is the mood: polished and quiet to the south, walkable and lively in town, design-led and breezy up at El Gouna.

El Gouna

Design-led stays and watersports

A low-rise lagoon town of marinas, kite water and tidy streets, twenty minutes north. Walkable and a little pricier – the smartest, most self-contained base on the coast.

Sahl Hasheesh & the southern bays

Couples and quiet luxury

Self-contained 5-star resorts on landscaped bays south of town, house reefs straight off the beach. The calm, polished end of Hurghada, away from the bustle.

Hurghada town & the Marina

First-timers and value

The widest choice of 3- and 4-star, the dive centers and the nightlife, with the airport ten minutes away. Busy, central and good value.

Makadi Bay

Families

Large all-inclusive resorts on a sheltered bay south of the airport, with shallow reef water for children. A self-contained beach holiday with little reason to leave the gate.

What the stars mean here

Star ratings in Hurghada

On the Red Sea the star rating mostly tracks the resort and the board, so here's what each level tends to mean in Hurghada.

3-star

A simple, friendly hotel in town or near the marina, usually bed-and-breakfast, with the beach and dive boats a short walk or shuttle away. Sun and sea without the resort price.

4-star

The all-inclusive workhorse: a pool or three, several restaurants, a house reef and a dive center. The dependable family and couples choice up and down the coast.

5-star

The polished resorts at Sahl Hasheesh and El Gouna – landscaped grounds, better food, quieter beaches and the rooms worth asking us which ones sit closest to the reef.

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Hotels we book in Hurghada

A sample of the Hurghada hotels we book, from El Gouna design stays to family all-inclusives on the southern bays. Tell us your dates, your board and which stretch of coast suits you, and we'll match it.

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The Oberoi Sahl Hasheesh Hotel, Hurghada

The Oberoi Sahl Hasheesh gives Hurghada travelers a suite-focused stay with private pools and terraces. Its setting in Sahl Hasheesh suits travelers who want a resort base away from central Hurghada. Suites can include a living room and bathtub, and some have a private pool. The largest room type sleeps four, making it a choice for small groups seeking extra space. This is one of Hurghada’s more expensive hotels, so it suits travelers who value suite features over a lower-priced stay.

From $189

The Grand Resort Hurghada

The Grand Resort Hurghada is a good-value 5-star choice on Corniche Road, with family rooms for groups of up to four. It is a practical pick for travelers who want a larger room without paying more for one of Hurghada’s pricier hotels. Room choices include Deluxe Rooms, Junior Suites, and Family Rooms. Balconies are available among the room types, adding outdoor space to your stay.

From $93

Swiss Inn Resort Hurghada

Swiss Inn Resort Hurghada is a good-value pick on Hurghada Bay-Safaga Road, with sea-view rooms and suites. Choose it for a resort stay with room to spread out: some room types have a balcony or terrace, and suites include living rooms. Room choices include garden-view rooms and a Junior Suite. The resort also has a family-size room type that sleeps up to seven. It is handy for Hurghada Grand Aquarium, while Hurghada Marina and downtown are other options for outings.

From $91

SUNRISE Aqua Joy Resort, Hurghada

Sunrise Aqua Joy Resort is a good-value choice on Villages Road El Mamsha, with family-size rooms for Hurghada vacations. Some rooms have sea or pool views, and the largest room types sleep up to four. Pick from family rooms and suites, including a Family Jacuzzi Suite. The hotel is also handy for Hurghada Grand Aquarium and Hurghada Marina. It suits travelers who want a family room and a base on the El Mamsha side of Hurghada.

From $78

Sunny Days Mirette Family Resort, Hurghada

Sunny Days Mirette Family Resort is a good-value Hurghada choice for families who want apartment-style space on Courniche Road, with pool and sea views among the room options. Its two- and three-bedroom layouts give families more room to spread out, and the largest option sleeps up to eight. Some apartments include a kitchen and living room, while balcony and terrace options add space to relax. Hurghada Marina and downtown are both nearby, making this a practical base for exploring the city without paying for a higher-class hotel.

From $48

Steigenberger Pure Lifestyle Adults-Only Hotel, Hurghada

Steigenberger Pure Lifestyle (Adults Only) pairs an adults-only stay in Hurghada’s Al Mamsha El Seyahi with suite options that include a private pool. That combination makes it a strong pick for couples seeking a more private, grown-up vacation than a standard city hotel stay. Room choices include the SKY Suite and Penthouse Suite, while pool views feature across room types. This is one of the more expensive hotels in Hurghada, so it suits travelers who prioritize its adults-only setting and suite options over a lower price.

From $195

Steigenberger ALDAU Beach Hotel, Hurghada

Choose Steigenberger Aldau Beach Hotel for its suite range on Yusif Affifi Road, including a Presidential Suite with a private pool. This mid-priced 5-star hotel in Hurghada has room types with sea, garden, or pool views. Some have a balcony or terrace, and some include a kitchen or living room. A family-size room type sleeps up to five, giving larger groups an option to consider. The hotel is near Hurghada Grand Aquarium and Hurghada Marina.

From $165

Siva Grand Beach Hotel in Hurghada

Siva Grand Beach is a mid-priced Hurghada pick on The Corniche, with rooms that have terraces or pool views. Its Family Room gives families a room type to consider, while the Superior Junior Suite and Junior Suite add suite options. The hotel is a 4-star choice for travelers who want to stay on The Corniche rather than in downtown Hurghada. Some room types sleep up to four, making it easier to plan a stay with family.

From $97

Seagull Beach Resort Hurghada

Seagull Beach Resort Hurghada is a good-value pick on Sheraton Road for travelers who want a Hurghada base near the Marina. It is a 3-star hotel, making it one of the lower-priced choices in the city. The room types include a balcony option with a courtyard view. This is a better fit for solo travelers than for couples or families, since the rooms sleep one person.

From $85

Sea Star Beau Rivage Hotel Hurghada

Sea Star Beau Rivage Hotel Hurghada is a good-value pick for its short walk to Hurghada downtown and rooms with sea or pool views. The 4-star hotel has suites and family room types, including a connected room with a side sea view. Some suites have a living room, giving you more space to spread out. Choose it for a downtown base with room choices for couples and families, without paying for one of Hurghada’s more expensive hotels.

From $851 Days

Rixos Premium Magawish Suites & Villas, Hurghada

Choose Rixos Premium Magawish Suites & Villas for its Hurghada resort setting, spacious suites and villas, and broad range of family-size stays. The largest room types sleep up to nine, while suites include sea, garden, or pool views. Some rooms have balconies or terraces, and some have a living room. Hurghada Grand Aquarium is a short walk away. Hurghada Marina and Sahl Hasheesh are also handy places to visit. This is one of Hurghada’s more expensive hotels, with space for families or groups who want a resort stay.

From $402

Pickalbatros White Beach Resort, Hurghada

Pickalbatros White Beach Resort gives you a Hurghada base on El Corniche Street, with room choices that include sea and pool views. Its five-star rating and range of family-size rooms make it a good pick for travelers who want more room options than a standard double. Some family-size rooms and villas sleep up to six. Couples can ask about the Jacuzzi Suite with Sea View. This is one of the more expensive hotels in Hurghada, so it suits travelers who are comfortable paying more for a five-star stay.

From $208

Pickalbatros Palace Resort Hurghada – Red Sea Beach Resort

Pickalbatros Palace Resort Hurghada is a good-value choice on Sahl Hashish Road, with sea, garden, and pool views among its room types. The resort has family-size rooms and a Jacuzzi Suite with sea and pool views. Some room types have a balcony or living room. It is handy for Sahl Hasheesh and Hurghada Grand Aquarium, while Hurghada Marina is farther away. Choose this mid-priced five-star resort if you want a Red Sea base with room choices for couples and families.

From $166

Pickalbatros Dana Beach Resort, Hurghada

Pickalbatros Dana Beach Resort is a Hurghada choice on Sahl Hashish Road, with family-size rooms and sea-view suites. Its room range gives families space to spread out, with the largest room type sleeping up to six. You can also pick a room with a garden or pool view. The resort has 22 room types, including suites and family-size or villa types. It is one of Hurghada’s more expensive hotels, so it may suit travelers who value room choice over a lower price.

From $179

Pickalbatos Citadel Resort – Sahl Hasheesh, Hurghada

Pickalbatros Citadel Resort Sahl Hasheesh puts you on the Sahl Hasheesh Coast, with sea-view rooms across several room types. Choose it over a city stay if you want a coastal base in Hurghada. Family rooms and suites give you options for different group sizes. The largest room type sleeps five. This is one of the more expensive hotels in Hurghada, so it may suit travelers who value a coast-side setting over a lower price.

From $179

Pickalbatros Aqua Vista Resort, Hurghada

Pickalbatros Aqua Vista Resort Hurghada is a mid-priced choice on Safaga Road, especially for families looking for spacious room options and a short walk to Hurghada Grand Aquarium. Eight room types are family-size or villa options, with the largest sleeping up to six, and some rooms have pool views and balconies. The resort offers a range of room types, including a Large Family Room, making it a practical base for a Hurghada vacation with children.

From $139

Pickalbatros Aqua Park Resort, Hurghada

Pickalbatros Aqua Park Resort Hurghada is a good choice for families who want a resort-style stay on Safaga Road, with a pool-focused setting and family room options. It is mid-priced for Hurghada and handy for Hurghada Grand Aquarium, while Sahl Hasheesh and Hurghada Marina are also possible outings. Family rooms accommodate up to four, and some room types have pool views or swimming-pool access. Balconies, terraces, and bathtubs feature among the room options.

From $139

Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort Hurghada

Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort Hurghada is a good Hurghada pick for families who want a pool-focused stay near the Hurghada Grand Aquarium. The resort is on Safaga Road, and the aquarium is a short walk away. Family rooms include options with two connected rooms or space for two adults and two children. Some rooms have a pool view, balcony, or terrace. The resort is mid-priced for Hurghada, making it a practical choice for families who want room to spread out.

From $139

Mercure Hurghada (All Inclusive)

Mercure Hurghada pairs a Safaga Road location near Hurghada Grand Aquarium with sea, garden, and pool-view rooms. The aquarium is a short walk away. Choose from family-size rooms, suites, and rooms with balconies. Some room types have sea views, while others face the garden or pool. This four-star hotel is one of the more expensive choices in Hurghada, so it may suit travelers who value room variety and a handy base for the aquarium.

From $195

Marriott Hurghada Beach Resort

Marriott Hurghada Beach Resort is a good-value pick in Hurghada for travelers who want sea-view rooms and suites on El Corniche Road. Its room choices include balconies, and some have a living room or bathtub. You can choose a Standard King Room with Balcony and Sea View or a one-bedroom suite with a sea view. The resort is a handy base for Hurghada Marina, while downtown and Hurghada Grand Aquarium are also in the area. It brings a five-star stay and sea views at a lower price than many local options.

From $87

Long Beach Resort Hurghada

Choose Long Beach Resort Hurghada for its Sahl Hashish Road location and good-value rooms with swimming pool access. This five-star resort is handy for Sahl Hasheesh and the Hurghada Grand Aquarium. Some room types have a sea view, pool view, balcony, or terrace. Families can choose from family-size rooms or villas, with the largest room type sleeping four. It is a strong pick for travelers who want a resort base in Hurghada without paying among the city’s higher hotel prices.

From $72

Hilton Hurghada Plaza

Choose Hilton Hurghada Plaza for a mid-priced five-star stay near Hurghada downtown, with sea-view rooms and family suites. Room choices include sea or garden views, and some have a kitchen, kitchenette, or living room. The Family Suite has a king bed, a sofa bed, and a sea view. Larger family-size room types sleep up to five, making this a practical pick for families who want more room. Hurghada Marina is also nearby.

From $166

Giftun Azur Resort in Hurghada

Choose Giftun Azur Resort for good value on Hurghada’s Village Road, with sea-view rooms to pick from. The resort has several room types for families, including options that sleep up to four. Couples can ask about the Superior Sea View Suite, while Bungalow Garden View rooms have a garden view. With its 3-star rating and lower prices than many Hurghada hotels, it may suit travelers who want to keep vacation costs down.

From $76

Beach Albatros Resort, Hurghada

Beach Albatros Resort Hurghada is a mid-priced pick on Hurghada’s Red Sea coast, with sea-view rooms and family-size stays. Its location on Safaga Road puts Hurghada Grand Aquarium and Sahl Hasheesh within reach. Room choices include suites and family-size types, with some sleeping up to five. Views include the sea, garden, and pool, and some rooms have a balcony or terrace. Choose it for a coastal base with room choices for couples and families.

From $166

Baron Palace Sahl Hasheesh, Hurghada

Baron Palace Sahl Hasheesh gives you a beachfront resort base in Hurghada, with pools and family-size suites. The resort is in Sahl Hasheesh and has room choices with sea or pool views. Families can pick a Family Suite, while couples can ask about the adults-only Honeymoon Deluxe Room. Some rooms have a balcony or terrace, and suite types include living rooms. This is one of the more expensive hotels in Hurghada, so it suits travelers looking for a high-end resort stay.

From $172

AMC Royal Hotel & Spa

AMC Royal Hotel & Spa is a good-value Hurghada pick in the El Ahyaa Area, with a spa and sea-view rooms. Its mix of suites and family-size rooms gives couples and families options beyond a standard room. Some rooms have balconies or terraces, with views of the sea, garden, or pool. The hotel is outside Hurghada downtown, so it suits travelers who want a resort base more than a stay in the city center.

From $911 Days

From your door

What you can do from a Hurghada hotel

A Hurghada hotel puts the Eastern Desert and the reefs within reach – and the one big cultural day, Luxor, is four hours inland.

Giftun Island & Orange Bay

White-sand islands an hour offshore, the clear shallows and the best easy snorkeling near Hurghada – a full day on the water.

Snorkeling & diving the reef

The coral wall starts at the beach and the boats run to the better sites daily – the Red Sea is among the world's finest, beginner to wreck.

Desert safari by quad or jeep

The Eastern Desert and a Bedouin camp – an afternoon, a sunset and a sky full of stars an hour inland from the coast.

A day trip to Luxor

The Valley of the Kings and Karnak, about four hours each way – the one great day of ancient Egypt from a Red Sea hotel.

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Day tours

Things to do from your hotel

Hurghada is a resort base, so most sightseeing starts right at your hotel door. Here are the day tours we run from the coast, with the lowest rate for each.

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Before you book

Booking a Hurghada hotel, practically

A few things worth knowing before you pick a Hurghada hotel.

How many nights

Most people stay three to seven, usually all-inclusive, after the temples or the Nile. Long enough for the reef, an island day and a desert evening, with beach time around them.

Getting in from the airport

Hurghada airport is ten minutes from town and twenty to forty from the southern bays and El Gouna. A private transfer is the simple way in; most resorts also run their own.

All-inclusive is the norm

Most Red Sea resorts price as all-inclusive, and on this coast that usually pays off because the hotel is the holiday. We confirm exactly what the board covers before you book.

Luxor is doable, but long

The Luxor day trip is around four hours each way. It's worth doing once for the Valley of the Kings, but it's a full, early day – pick a hotel you're happy to come back to and collapse in.

Common questions

Hurghada hotels, answered

01Where is the best area to stay in Hurghada?+

For polish and quiet, the southern bays at Sahl Hasheesh; for a walkable, design-led base, El Gouna; for value, nightlife and the airport on your doorstep, Hurghada town and the marina; for families, the sheltered all-inclusives at Makadi Bay. The reef runs the length of the coast, so it comes down to the mood you want.

02How many nights should I spend in Hurghada?+

Three to seven for most people, usually as a beach finish after Cairo and the Nile. That's enough for the reef, an island snorkeling day, a desert evening and proper time on the sand – and a Luxor day trip if you want one big cultural day.

03Can I visit Luxor from my Hurghada hotel?+

Yes – Luxor is about four hours by road, so it's a long but rewarding day trip with a guide, taking in the Valley of the Kings and Karnak. We arrange it with hotel pickup; just know it's an early start and a late return, so plan a slow beach day either side.

04Are Hurghada hotels good for families?+

Very – the sheltered all-inclusive resorts at Makadi Bay and the southern bays are built for it, with shallow reef water, pools and kids' clubs. We'll point you to the ones with the calmest beaches and the food and rooms that actually suit a family.

05Do your Hurghada hotels include meals and airport pickup?+

Most are all-inclusive or half-board, and we confirm exactly what's covered on your quote. Airport pickup is a simple add – a private transfer from Hurghada airport to your resort – though many hotels also run their own shuttle.

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