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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.
Xanadu Makadi Bay Hotel
Xanadu Makadi Bay is a good pick for a Makadi Bay vacation, with sea-view rooms and family-size stays for larger groups. The five-star hotel has 34 room types, including suites, family rooms, and villas. Its largest rooms sleep up to seven, and some room types have balconies or terraces. Choose from sea or garden views, or ask about a swim-up room if you want direct pool access. It is one of the more expensive hotels in Makadi, so it may suit travelers who prioritize a larger resort stay.
SUNRISE Royal Makadi Resort
Sunrise Royal Makadi Resort is a good-value pick in Makadi Bay for travelers who want a large choice of suites and family rooms. Its 5-star setting on the Safaga Hurghada Road puts Sahl Hasheesh nearby. Room choices include a Family Suite, a Family Room with bunk beds, and an Executive Pool Suite. Some rooms have a private pool, balcony or terrace, and views of the garden, pool, or sea. The largest room types sleep up to five.
Stella Beach Resort & Spa Makadi Bay
Stella Beach Resort & Spa Makadi Bay is a mid-priced 5-star pick on Safaga Road, with rooms offering sea, garden, or pool views. Room choices include suites and family-size types, with the largest sleeping five. Some rooms have a balcony or terrace, and some have a private pool or living room. This gives couples and families more room styles to choose from than a basic room-only stay.
Steigenberger Makadi Hotel
Choose Steigenberger Makadi for a good-value five-star stay in Makadi with an Adults Friendly 16+ setting. It costs less than many other five-star hotels in the area. Room choices include garden, pool, bay, or golf views, with a balcony or terrace across the room types. The Executive Suite gives you a suite option, while the largest rooms sleep three. This is a practical pick for adults who want a Makadi base and do not need a family-size room.
Lemon & Soul Makadi Garden Hotel
Lemon & Soul Makadi Garden is a good-value pick in Makadi, with pool-view rooms and a setting on Hurghada Safaga Road. Its three-star stay suits travelers looking for a lower-cost base in the Makadi area. Room choices include a suite, a garden-view room, and a deluxe room with a pool view. Some rooms have balconies, and the largest room type sleeps up to three. Choose it for a simpler stay rather than a hotel built around large family rooms.
JAZ Makadina Hotel in Madinat Makadi
JAZ Makadina is a mid-priced 5-star choice in Madinat Makadi, with family-size rooms and sea-view options. Room choices include family rooms, garden views, and side sea views. Some rooms have balconies, and the largest room types sleep up to four. A Junior Suite gives couples or small families a suite option. It is a useful pick for travelers who want a Makadi base and room choices for different group sizes, without paying among the highest rates in the area.
JAZ Makadi Star & Spa Adults Only
JAZ Makadi Star & Spa is a mid-priced, adults-only 5-star stay in Makadi, a strong pick for travelers who want a grown-up resort base. Rooms include terraces, with garden or pool views. Choose from several room types, including suites; the Royal Suite has a private pool. This is a better fit for couples or adults traveling together than for families seeking a family-size room. The hotel sits on KM 34 Hurghada - Safaga Road, handy for Sahl Hasheesh.
Iberotel Makadi Beach Hotel
Iberotel Makadi Beach is a good pick for a beach vacation in Makadi Bay, with sea-view rooms and a pool. This 5-star hotel has rooms with garden, pool, or sea views, plus balcony or terrace options. Ask about the Junior Suite if you want more space than a standard room. It is one of the more expensive hotels in Makadi, so it suits travelers who value a beach setting and resort facilities over a lower price.
Cleopatra Luxury Resort Makadi Bay
Cleopatra Luxury Resort Makadi Bay gives you a five-star Makadi Bay stay with sea, garden, and pool views at good value. Its range of room types includes suites and a family-size option, with the largest rooms sleeping five. Some rooms have a balcony or terrace, and some include a living room. Choose it for a resort stay in Makadi Bay, with several room views and layouts to suit different trips.
Albatros Makadi Resort in Makadi Bay
Choose Albatros Makadi Resort for a mid-priced 5-star stay in Makadi Bay with family-size rooms and sea, garden, or pool views. Six room types are family-size or villa-style, and the largest sleeps six. Some rooms have a terrace, while others look toward the sea or pool. The resort gives families room to choose a setup that fits their group, with a range of views to consider when booking.
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. Cairo · Luxor · Aswan · Hurghada · Marsa Alam · Sharm El Sheikh, on the ground since 1988.