Whether you’re seeking a lively party atmosphere or a more relaxed evening by the sea, Hurghada’s nightlife and entertainment scene offers something for everyone to enjoy during their stay.
When planning a trip to Hurghada, finding the right accommodation is essential to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Hurghada offers a wide range of accommodation options to suit every traveler’s preferences and budget. From luxurious beachfront resorts to budget-friendly hotels, the city has something for everyone. Here are some accommodation options to consider for your stay in Hurghada:
All-Inclusive Hotels: For a hassle-free stay, consider all-inclusive hotels that offer everything from accommodation and meals to various recreational activities, making it an ideal choice for families and couples.
Apartment Rentals: For those seeking a more independent stay, apartment rentals are readily available in Hurghada, providing a “home away from home” experience with the flexibility of self-catering facilities.
When choosing your accommodation in Hurghada, consider factors such as location, amenities, and proximity to attractions to make the most of your stay. Whether you prefer luxury indulgence or a cozy retreat, Hurghada has the perfect accommodation option for you.
Hurghada is a city by the Red Sea, it stretches for about 22 miles along the coast. Adjacent to this there are numerous shops & bars, nightclubs etc. Along with the usual array of street sellers & camel rides, there is also a new marina with more upmarket shops & boutiques. It also has its own international airport, so transfers are a breeze.
First impressions of the 4* Siva Grand Beach is how elegant the hotel looks as we drive up through tall marble pillars, to be greeted by waiting bellboys & door staff.
The hotel has 2 main dining rooms both are buffet style with a very good selection. There is also another restaurant in the grounds which is a part of the all inclusive that does themed buffets 3 times a week, you need to reserve a few days before to get a table but its worth remembering.
For about £20 each you can have a waiter service 3 or 4 course meal on the Pier, which is wonderful for that special occasion, overlooking the Red Sea.
At around 3p.m. it is worth mentioning the pancake/waffles & ice-cream that the chefs prepare in the gazebo between the pool and the beach these are a must!
The rooms are all well appointed either situated in the main building or in the gardens. Upgrade to a junior suite for that extra comfort & space.
The private beach is crescent shaped with a beautiful long sandy bank that keeps the sea safe & warm, with its own natural whirlpool hot and bubbling in the sea as well.
On the beach you can have your own private seagrass cabana and seagrass parasol, plentiful sun beds all come with comfy mattresses again furnished by the beach staff. There is also a beach bar and watersports shed with expert guides to help you try something new.
Outside of the hotel there are numerous trips that you can do including visiting Luxor & Cairo by land or air, and perhaps combining a stay at the hotel with a Nile cruise.
Other day trips include Badawya – not for the faint hearted as you are driven through the dessert in a Jeep, drive spider cars, ride horses and drive your own quad bikes after all this you then eat a buffet meal at a Bedouin camp and watch a cultural show.
Jump on a boat and head for the deserted island just off Hurghada called al-Mahmeya it is a wonderful haven for fish and sunbathers alike, beautiful soft white sand, and crystal clear turquoise sea. It does have a restaurant & bar for that lunch break.
In the beginning of 1980 Hurghada start to be known for the tourist industry due to the natural condition as the fine beaches, coral reefs, colored fishes and the sunshine. The investors began their tourist projects in the area in building resorts and hotels, nowadays Hurghada has around 350 hotels and resort beside there are many Travel agents, Transportation Agent, Diving schools, Diving centers, Safari Agents.
Hurghada city is far from Cairo by 6 hours driving and from Luxor by 4.5 hours driving. It is the biggest city on the red sea. Hurghada airport make it easy to travel to the city from worldwide and from Egyptian cites, there are many ways for travel from/to Hurghada from other cites in Egypt by flight with Egypt Air, ferry boat that sail between Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh or the transportation companies in Hurghada that leave to Cairo, Luxor, Marsa Alam, Alexandria etc which make the city easy to reach from any where.
The Hurghada city is divided to three partitions, El Dahar area is the old area in Hurghada and it has the old market and Bazaars in Hurghada, the biggest Masjed in Hurghada and church.The second area called El Sakala and this one consist of many of Bazaars, Cafes, discus, Hurghada Marina, Hurghada port which ferry boats leave to Sharm El Sheikh and Saudi Arabia.The newest area is the Touristic Road that take place in front of the hotels, there are many Bazaars, cafes and discus a long the road.
Marsa Alam Shopping CentreEl Gouna is a new city in the north of Hurghada by 25 Km it has around 18 hotels and many private villas, it has a private airport and Marina. El Gouna has many activates in the field of water sports, including scuba diving, windsurfing, kite surfing, waterskiing, parasailing and snorkeling. The three main areas in El Gouna that has housing shops, bars and restaurants: Downtown, Tamr Henna square and the Abu Tig Marina.
Hurghada has many islands far from its beach but there are two big island that are famous and you can do trips to them, Giftun and Mahmya Islands are the main diving and snorkeling sites to which daily boats take diving parties. The island has a beautiful sand reef, and garden of corals and exotic marine life. This trips for snorkeling including in their itinerary one hour relaxing in Giftun island.
During your holiday in Hurghada there are many places your can go to discover the history of pharaohs, there are daily flights to/from Cairo that you can arrange your trip to visit the Great Giza Pyramids, old capital on Egypt Memphis area, Sakkara and first pyramid (Step pyramid), Dahshur, The Egyptian Museum, Islamic and Coptic sites in Cairo, Salah El din citadel, Mohammed Ali alabaster and many sites in Cairo and Giza. You can travel to Cairo by car as well the road takes around 6 hours by way.
Hurghada is opposite to the Nile valley on the red sea, so the way from Hurghada to Qena and Luxor is easy and the daily excursions to Luxor start in the morning from Hurghada at 05:00 AM to visit the sites in the west bank valley of the kings, valley of the Queens, Habu temple, Hatshepsut temple and the sites in the East Bank Karnak temple, Luxor temple, Luxor Museum, Mummification Museum.You can travel from Hurghada to Sharm El Sheikh, St. Catherine monastery and Moses Mountain by ferry boat or by flight it is too near rather than use the road.There are tour operators in Hurghada that operated charter tours to Petra in Jordan in a new way to add other cites to be visit during the holiday in Hurghada.
Hurghada offers a Varity of activities that you can do in the sea or in the desert, the fantastic coral reefs in the sea make the snorkeling and diving is one of the main activities in Hurghada, there are daily trips by boat to do snorkeling and diving operated by diving centers in the hotels also you can do the Galss boat, this one is good for the kids as they can see the coral reefs without swimming or diving. During these trips they stop at Giftun Island one of the national park in Hurghada, other water sports take place in Hurghada as windsurfing, kitesurfing and waterskiing.
Sindbad Submarine is one of the fascinating trips in Hurghada, submarine sail every day two or three times to dive with 44 passengers for 20 meter under water to see the under water views and marina life of the red sea.
The Majestic desert of Hurghada is amazing like its beaches and coral reefs, those they love adventure prefer to do the trips to the desert and the mountains, the safari tour operators have a nice tours through the desert, you can do the Jeep 4*4 safari trip or Quad Bike desert tours, during the desert trips you will have the opportunity to ride the Camels and learn about the Bedouin people and their life. After you make your trip through the desert and mountain, you will be head to the most interest dinner you can do, the Bedouin Barbecue Dinner with Bedouin music and party.Also there is star gazing with powerful telescope for those who want to see the stars, as well morning Quad Bike for people who are interest to drive longer and explore the desert.
Located in Hurghada, Egypt, New Marina is a heaven on earth. Experience the beautiful sight of the large ships at the harbor, engage your taste buds in a variety of delicious dishes at the numerous hotels available, sample all your favorite drinks at the bars in sight and shop all you want at the chic malls such as Abanoub Jewellery and Al Nol. You can also take part in exciting sports such as scuba diving.
Giftun Island is an island located in the Red Sea. This remarkable mass of land is home to warm lagoons, coral reefs, and pristine beaches. Immerse under the calm turquoise waters and treat your eyes to all types of sea life such as dolphins, and fish with dazzling colors. Have a tasty dish of fish, sunbathe as you take in the attractive landscape and swim within the magnificent surroundings of the subtropical island.
Started in January 2015, Hurghada Grand Aquarium houses over 1,000 animals and 100 species. For just $12 watch interesting creatures such as eagle rays and green sea turtles in action. Come eye to eye with riveting reptiles and colorful crustaceans, take part in a refreshing activity of scuba diving in the aquarium, grab something delicious to eat at the unique aquarium café and watch animals such as snakes in the beautiful mini zoo.
El Mina Mosque is a uniquely large and incredible monument in Egypt. Learn about the fascinating Muslim religion, get a chance to share in the simple Muslim attire, engage the friendly caretaker in a series of questions, get awestruck at the impressive designs in the mosque and have some quiet alone time with Allah after understanding his tolerant Sharia. Take some lovely photographs of the mosque from the large and elegant domes.
Located in Egypt, El Gouna Beach is an oasis of fun opportunities that suit everyone. Enjoy the refreshing sun as you relax on the warm sand and take part in fun activities such as kayaking. Take advantage of the fast winds and fly kites or swim into the vast waters and mingle with the friendly dolphins. Engage in a game of golf and after that, visit bars such as Bartender in the evening. Here, you get to move your body to some lovely mixes as you savor the cold drinks.
In the beginning of 1980 Hurghada start to be known for the tourist industry due to the natural condition as the fine beaches, coral reefs, colored fishes and the sunshine. The investors began their tourist projects in the area in building resorts and hotels, nowadays Hurghada has around 350 hotels and resort beside there are many Travel agents, Transportation Agent, Diving schools, Diving centers, Safari Agents.
Hurghada city is far from Cairo by 6 hours driving and from Luxor by 4.5 hours driving. It is the biggest city on the red sea. Hurghada airport make it easy to travel to the city from worldwide and from Egyptian cites, there are many ways for travel from/to Hurghada from other cites in Egypt by flight with Egypt Air, ferry boat that sail between Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh or the transportation companies in Hurghada that leave to Cairo, Luxor, Marsa Alam, Alexandria etc which make the city easy to reach from any where.
The Hurghada city is divided to three partitions, El Dahar area is the old area in Hurghada and it has the old market and Bazaars in Hurghada, the biggest Masjed in Hurghada and church.The second area called El Sakala and this one consist of many of Bazaars, Cafes, discus, Hurghada Marina, Hurghada port which ferry boats leave to Sharm El Sheikh and Saudi Arabia.The newest area is the Touristic Road that take place in front of the hotels, there are many Bazaars, cafes and discus a long the road.
El Gouna is a new city in the north of Hurghada by 25 Km it has around 18 hotels and many private villas, it has a private airport and Marina. El Gouna has many activates in the field of water sports, including scuba diving, windsurfing, kite surfing, waterskiing, parasailing and snorkeling. The three main areas in El Gouna that has housing shops, bars and restaurants: Downtown, Tamr Henna square and the Abu Tig Marina.
