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Makadi Bay Hotels
Where to stay in Makadi Bay – large beachfront resorts on a sheltered arc of coast south of Hurghada, the reef a short walk from every hotel, and a road to Luxor that cuts straight through the Eastern Desert in four hours.
- Beach
- Sheltered, sandy, calm
- Star range
- 4-star to 5-star
- Nights
- 4–7 typical
- To Hurghada
- 35 km north
- To Luxor
- 4 hours by road
- Airport
- Hurghada (HRG)
The decision
Where to stay in Makadi Bay
Makadi Bay sits on a sheltered arc of coast about 35 kilometers south of Hurghada town. The beach is sandy and the water is calm enough for children – the reef is close to most resorts and walkable before breakfast. The trade for the quiet is distance from the restaurants and nightlife of Hurghada, but most guests here don't miss them.
Makadi Bay proper
Families and all-inclusive guests who want the full resort experience
The main cluster – large, landscaped properties with private beaches, multiple pools and reef access straight off the beach. Self-contained and quiet by design.
Soma Bay
Divers and guests after a quieter, more exclusive stretch
About 15 kilometers further south than Makadi, on a narrower peninsula. Fewer resorts, less noise, better reef access and a more serious dive operation.
Sahl Hasheesh
Boutique stays and those who want Hurghada within reach
Between Makadi and Hurghada town, with a marina and a mix of boutique hotels and villa rentals. More choice at dinner; more options for an evening out.
Makadi Heights
Longer stays, villa rentals and self-catered breaks
The inland hilltop above the bay – aparthotels and villa compounds with sea views, cooler air and lower rates than the beachfront. A shuttle runs to the beach.
What the stars mean here
Star ratings in Makadi Bay
Makadi Bay skews upscale. Almost all the inventory is 4-star and above, and all-inclusive is the standard board.
The dependable workhorse on the bay – a large pool, several restaurants, a house reef and a beach club. Reliable for families, reliable on the reef. The most common choice.
The top-end all-inclusives and the Soma Bay properties – better kitchens, a wider choice of restaurants, and rooms worth asking us which ones sit closest to the reef and face east for the morning light.
From the collection
Hotels we book in Makadi Bay
A sample of the Makadi Bay and Soma Bay hotels we book. Tell us your dates, your board preference and how many children, and we'll match it at our net rate.
Iberotel Makadi Beach Hotel
Iberotel Makadi Beach is a five-star hotel in Makadi Bay, on the Hurghada-Safaga Road. Makadi Bay is a Red Sea resort area south of Hurghada. This listing covers a hotel stay rather than a sightseeing tour, so you can arrange visits and transportation separately to suit your plans. Room type, meal plan, and specific amenities should be confirmed for your selected booking. We arrange hotel bookings in Egypt and can help clarify what is included before you reserve. Unlike a packaged tour, this hotel product does not combine sightseeing or transfers with the stay.
Cleopatra Luxury Resort Makadi Bay
Cleopatra Luxury Resort Makadi Bay is a five-star hotel in Makadi Bay, on Egypt’s Red Sea coast. Makadi Bay is a resort area south of Hurghada, known for its coastal setting and access to Red Sea activities. This listing is for a hotel stay, rather than a guided sightseeing tour; Discovery Tours Egypt can help coordinate trip arrangements on the ground. Confirm the room type, meal plan, facilities, and any airport transportation for your dates before booking, as these details can affect the overall stay. The property’s location makes Makadi Bay the central point for planning time on this stretch of the Red Sea coast.
JAZ Makadi Star & Spa Adults Only
JAZ Makadi Star & Spa is an adults-only hotel in Makadi, on the Hurghada-Safaga Road at kilometer 34. The property is listed as a five-star hotel. Makadi is a Red Sea resort area south of Hurghada, giving travelers a base in the region rather than a city-center stay. The hotel name identifies a spa, but specific treatments and facilities should be confirmed before booking. Unlike a day visit to Makadi, a hotel stay places your accommodation in the resort area. We can help confirm the room, meal plan, and services available for your dates before you book.
Lemon & Soul Makadi Garden Hotel
Lemon & Soul Makadi Garden is a 3-star hotel in Makadi, Hurghada. Its listed address is 34 KM, Hurghada Safaga Road, Makadi, Hurghada, placing the property along the road connecting Hurghada and Safaga. Makadi is a resort area south of central Hurghada on Egypt’s Red Sea coast. The hotel’s name and address identify it with the Makadi area rather than central Hurghada. We can help coordinate a stay at this property; confirm meal arrangements and available amenities for your dates before booking, as those details can affect what is included. This listing is for the hotel stay, not a sightseeing tour.
Xanadu Makadi Bay Hotel
Xanadu Makadi Bay is a five-star hotel in Makadi Bay, a resort area on Egypt’s Red Sea coast south of Hurghada. The setting places guests in a coastal region known for access to Red Sea beaches and marine environments. We arrange the hotel booking as part of your Egypt trip. Room categories, meal plan, facilities, and services depend on the selected booking and should be confirmed before reservation. Makadi Bay is separate from central Hurghada, so consider transfer time when planning excursions to the city or other Red Sea destinations.
Albatros Makadi Resort in Makadi Bay
Albatros Makadi Resort is a five-star hotel in Makadi Bay, within Hurghada in Egypt’s Red Sea Governorate. Its location places the stay in the Makadi resort area rather than central Hurghada. The hotel name and address identify the property and its setting; confirm the room type, meal plan, and stay dates with us before booking. We arrange hotel bookings as a licensed Egyptian tour operator. Unlike a city-center hotel stay, this option is based in Makadi Bay, a coastal resort area on the Red Sea. Check the confirmed booking terms for what your rate includes.
Steigenberger Makadi Hotel
Steigenberger Makadi is a five-star hotel in Madinat Makadi, on Egypt’s Red Sea coast. The property’s adults-friendly policy sets a minimum age of 16, distinguishing it from hotels that welcome younger children. Its address is Safaga Road, Madinat Makadi, Safaga, Red Sea Governorate. Makadi is a resort area south of Hurghada, known for its Red Sea setting. We arrange hotel bookings as a licensed Egyptian tour operator, with room type, board basis, and booking conditions depending on the selected offer. Check those terms before booking to confirm what your stay includes.
Stella Beach Resort & Spa Makadi Bay
Stella Beach Resort & Spa Makadi Bay is a five-star hotel at Km 32 Safaga Road in Makadi Bay, on Egypt’s Red Sea coast. Makadi Bay lies south of Hurghada, along the road toward Safaga. Its location differs from a hotel in central Hurghada, placing the stay in the Makadi area rather than the city center. The property is identified as a resort and spa, but room features, facilities, and meal plans should be confirmed for your dates. We can help clarify which services are available and what the selected rate covers before you book.
SUNRISE Royal Makadi Resort
SUNRISE Royal Makadi Resort is a five-star resort on Makadi Bay, along the Safaga-Hurghada Road, about 30 kilometers south of Hurghada. The Red Sea setting places the property in a coastal area known for beach stays and access to the water. The resort’s address identifies its location, but room types, board basis, facilities, and services should be confirmed for your dates before booking. We can help coordinate your stay as a licensed Egyptian tour operator. Unlike a city hotel, this property is in Makadi Bay, so plan transportation around the distance to Hurghada and other destinations.
JAZ Makadina Hotel in Madinat Makadi
JAZ Makadina is a five-star hotel in Madinat Makadi, a resort area on Egypt’s Red Sea coast in the Makadi region. Its location offers a base for time in the resort area and trips toward Hurghada, south of the city center. Unlike a hotel stay in central Hurghada, this property is set within Madinat Makadi. The booking covers the hotel stay; confirm meal arrangements, transfers, and other services against the terms for your selected dates. We arrange hotel stays in Egypt and can help clarify the practical details before you book.
From your door
What you can do from a Makadi Bay hotel
The beach is the point at Makadi, and the Eastern Desert road puts Luxor four hours away – closer than from Hurghada town.
The reef by boat or snorkel
The house reef at most Makadi resorts is a short walk – or take a glass-bottom boat out to the offshore sites where the coral wall drops off steeply.
Hurghada town
The Old Market, the bazaar, the marine biology museum and the seafront promenade – 35 kilometers north, an easy morning out and back.
Luxor and Karnak by road
The Nile temples four hours inland – Karnak by afternoon light, the Valley of the Kings, and the Luxor Museum if you want to spend the night. A full day's drive that earns its distance.
Desert quad safari
The Eastern Desert behind Makadi – an hour on quad bikes into the sand, a Bedouin camp, and a sky that clears early enough to count the stars.
Before you book
Booking a Makadi Bay hotel, practically
A few things worth knowing before you pick a Makadi Bay hotel.
How many nights
Four to seven for most stays – Makadi is often the beach end of a combined Nile-and-sea trip, with Luxor, Aswan and a cruise done first and Makadi as the last stop before flying home.
Getting in from the airport
Hurghada Airport (HRG) is about 50 kilometers from Makadi Bay – roughly 45 minutes by private transfer depending on traffic. Soma Bay adds another 15 minutes. Tell us your arrival time and we'll have a car waiting.
All-inclusive is almost universal
The Makadi Bay resorts are largely built on the all-inclusive model, and with the bay as quiet as it is, it usually pays off. We confirm what the board actually covers before you book.
Reef quality varies by resort
Some resorts have a thriving house reef a two-minute walk from the beach; others have a sand bay and need a boat. Tell us how important the reef is and we'll narrow the list accordingly.
Common questions
Makadi Bay hotels, answered
01Where is Makadi Bay and how do I get there from Hurghada Airport?+
Makadi Bay is about 35 kilometers south of Hurghada town, roughly 45 minutes from the airport by private transfer. Soma Bay, the quieter peninsula at the southern end, takes about an hour. We arrange the transfer from HRG as standard.
02Is Makadi Bay good for snorkeling?+
The house reefs at most resorts are accessible from the beach, and some of them are excellent – soft coral, reef fish and the occasional turtle on a morning snorkel. The offshore sites are even better by boat. The quality varies by resort, so tell us how important the reef is and we'll point you to the right one.
03Can I do a day trip to Luxor from Makadi Bay?+
Yes – the Eastern Desert road runs straight from the coast to Luxor in about four hours. It's a full day, an early start and a late return, but it covers Karnak Temple, the Valley of the Kings and Luxor itself in one go. We arrange the car, the guide and the entry to every site.
04What is the difference between Makadi Bay and Soma Bay?+
Makadi Bay is larger, better known and more family-oriented, with the bigger all-inclusive properties. Soma Bay is on a quieter peninsula 15 kilometers further south – fewer resorts, a better reef overall and a more peaceful atmosphere. Both have direct beach and reef access; the choice is mostly about how much company you want.
05Do your Makadi Bay hotels include meals and transfers?+
Most are all-inclusive. We confirm exactly what the board covers on the quote – some 'all-inclusive' packages are more generous than others. Airport transfers from HRG are a straightforward add to any booking.
Reservations
Find your room in Makadi Bay
Tell us your dates, whether you want Makadi Bay proper or the quieter Soma Bay peninsula, and how important the reef is – and we'll send hand-picked options at our net rate. Cairo · Luxor · Aswan · Hurghada · Marsa Alam · Sharm El Sheikh, on the ground since 1988.