Several years ago, crowds of our compatriots came to the Egyptian resort, but then the situation changed. What is attractive about a vacation in Hurghada now? Find out how tourists respond to the resort and what are the prices there in 2021.
Resort appearance
One of the very first resorts in Egypt appeared in the 1980s, when the tourism boom began in the country. In a very short time, from a small fishing village, Hurghada has turned into the largest recreation center on the Red Sea, which stretches along the coast for almost 40 km.
The city consists of old El Dahar, the new center of Sakal, the El Mamsha beach area and hotel chains to the north and south of them. The international airport is located exactly in the middle. From any area to it - no more than 25 km.
Hurghada has everything you need for a comfortable vacation by the sea at any time of the year: water parks, aquariums, museums and shopping centers. There are enough attractions for a 7-10-day vacation, you don't even have to go on excursions.
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Impressions of tourists from the resort
After a cloudy sky and cold weather, Hurghada seems like a paradise. Both summer and winter, the Egyptian resort has a lot of sun. Visitors are greeted by good beaches, beautiful clear sea and comfortable all inclusive service. Not far from the coast there are coral reefs where divers love to dive.
There are not many cons. Unlike Sharm el-Sheikh, you will have to buy a visa upon arrival in Hurghada. It costs $ 25, but the Egyptian helpers are ready to do everything faster - for $ 27. There are no buses at the resort, minibuses run between the districts, and the main transport for tourists is a taxi.
Vikkei: "I love Hurghada for the guaranteed sun and accessibility. I rested in Hurghada 5 times, in different parts of it, and I want to say that the hotel in which you relax leaves a big imprint. The sandy beach is ideal for families with children, and the entrance to the sea Yes, you can't see the mountains here, like in Turkey, but you can admire the sea for an infinitely long time. "
Best hotels
The resort has more than 100 large hotels and 60 of them are "five". The choice of a vacation spot in Hurghada depends on preferences. There are good beaches in the north, hotels are 10-20% cheaper, but there is little infrastructure. Fans of entertainment in the evenings stay in Sakal and El Mamsha, and for those who are interested in sightseeing, a large shopping center and water parks - in southern hotels. Look for hotels on Hotelluca, tours on Travelata.
The best hotels in Hurghada, according to reviews and ratings of tourists:
Arabia Azur Resort 4 * - a good hotel 3.8 km from the center of the resort and 11 km from the airport. It has its own spa, 4 restaurants and several bars. A double room with breakfast starts from $ 45.
Arabella Azur Resort 4 * is a hotel that looks like a fabulous white castle from an oriental tale. There is a picturesque coral reef nearby. All inclusive double room starts from $ 54.
Albatros White Beach 5 * - luxury family hotel 5 km from the new marina. Tourists praise the excellent service and the work of the animators. For a double room "all inclusive" you will pay from $ 74.
Titanic Royal 5 * is a wonderful option for a comfortable stay in Egypt with a private beach, two swimming pools and a water park. An all-inclusive double room starts at $ 137.
Beaches
Hurghada is famous for its great beach holidays. The coast is covered with fine clean sand, the sea is clear, and the coast has everything for tourists to sunbathe and swim without worries. The entry into the water is shallow, so parents with small children love to relax here.
Now there are no free beaches in the resort. The entrance costs from 20 to 150 EGP, and the level of comfort depends on the price. Children under 6-8 years old are admitted free of charge. According to reviews, the best places to stay by the sea in Hurghada are Dream Beach, Paradise Beach, Old Vic Beach and Mojito.
When choosing a hotel, keep in mind that not all of the resort's beaches are sandy. There are sections of the coast where sand is mixed with stones. Pieces of coral are found almost everywhere - it is more convenient to swim in aquashus.
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Alexandra: "My first trip to the sea was to Egypt, namely to Hurghada. The beach is gorgeous, the entry into the sea is smooth, the sea is clean and pure, for me it was very important, since I cannot swim. By the way, this is where I learned to swim. There are sun loungers on the beach. "
Ideological: "In December, the sea is warm enough, like Black in early July. The water is clean, transparent, crazy beautiful, all shades of blue! Once or twice it was stormy, and it was great! They jumped a lot in the waves."
What to try
If you love a delicious meal, enjoy the traditional Egyptian cuisine during your stay in Hurghada. Local dishes are flavored with herbs and spices. We advise you to try the national breakfast ful - boiled beans with lemon juice, grilled squid, delicious pancakes fatir and tender honey baklava.
Excursions
According to reviews, excursions to Cairo from Hurghada are popular - by bus for $ 55 and by plane for $ 210, one-day tours to Luxor and the Valley of the Kings - $ 45-60, and to Orange Bay - $ 30. Fans of outdoor activities like safaris on ATVs and jeeps in the Makadi desert - $ 15-20, a boat trip on a pirate yacht - $ 45, fishing - $ 27, and diving in the Red Sea - $ 28-30.
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Vacation with children
Hurghada is a popular family resort. Comfortable sandy beaches, all inclusive hotels and a lot of entertainment attract many parents with children of all ages here. During your rest, go to any of the three water parks, to the show program to the Thousand and One Nights Palace, to the dolphinarium and watch the fish at the Grand Aquarium.
It is interesting to go on excursions with children, walk around the historic center of El Dahar and look at the sand sculptures in the small Sand City Park. If you don't want to travel far, visit the resort's new attraction, the Hurghada Museum, which opened in spring 2020. Entrance costs 250 EGP.
When is the best time to go
The resort is located in a dry, hot climate, so it is convenient to come to Hurghada on vacation at any time of the year. You don't have to be afraid of rains and mosquitoes! The water temperature in the Red Sea does not drop below + 21 ° С.
What months do tourists like the most? According to reviews, April, the first half of May and all months of autumn are best suited for a beach holiday in Hurghada.
In winter, the resort is windy and cool at night. In January, at nighttime, the temperature drops to + 10 ... + 12 ° С. Swimming is not comfortable during storms!
In March, the time of khamsin comes - strong winds from the desert. The weather is changeable, and warm days give way to cold snaps. Summer in Egypt is unbearably hot. The air warms up to + 34 ° С and above, and sea water - up to + 30 ° С.
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Is it worth going
Hurghada is a versatile inexpensive seaside resort in Egypt. It is good for families with children, elderly tourists and young people. Fans of diving will find places with a more picturesque underwater world, for example, Sharm el-Sheikh or Marsa Alam.
In reviews for 2019 and 2020, some tourists write that it is good in Hurghada only on the territory of the hotel. There is not much to see in the city. Compared to the lavish tropical parks of hotels, the working quarters of the resort look dull. Two worlds on one land!
BeLLatris: "The nature of Hurghada is hotels. They try to bring beauty and diversity to the flora. The whole city is one big construction site with a heap of garbage and unfinished / under construction hotels. There are more or less decent areas, there are some very poor ones. If you are going to the city, get ready to see it. "
