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Steigenberger Resort Alaya Marsa Alam - Red Sea - Adults Friendly 16 Years Plus

Hotel in Coraya Bay

Facing the beachfront, Steigenberger Resort Alaya Marsa Alam - Red Sea - Adults Friendly 16 Years Plus offers 5-star accommodation in Coraya Bay and has an outdoor swimming pool, garden and private...

M
Marion
From
United Kingdom
The food & service was noticeably better than when we stayed in the Royal Suite in April 2024.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,919 reviews
Price from
US$370.50
1 night, 2 adults

JAZ Elite Riviera

Hotel in Marsa Alam City

JAZ Elite Riviera features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a restaurant and bar in Marsa Alam City. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a children's playground.

A
Anton
From
Israel
New hotel in a good laguna where you can see turtles right from the beach. The dining is of a very high quality - main restaurant and three a-la carte restaurants. The level of service is excellent for Egypt.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 477 reviews
Price from
US$396.35
1 night, 2 adults

JAZ Elite Amara

Hotel in Marsa Alam City

Facing the beachfront, JAZ Elite Amara offers 5-star accommodation in Marsa Alam City and has a garden, private beach area and terrace.

H
Hamdi
From
Egypt
I couldn’t think you enough for everything you did .The people are so professional and nice .Doing their best to make each guest happy.They are really taking care of every single detail .They even upgrade my room to another one pool and sea view …just when they know it is my first time to visit them and I am alone in my trip. Also,they have prepared a very nice table decorated with flowers when I was taking my dinner at beach restaurant without even asking for it .it was a vey nice gesture from them ❤️♥️❤️
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 319 reviews
Price from
US$298.44
1 night, 2 adults

Wadi Sabarah Lodge

Hotel in Marsa Alam City

Wadi Sabarah Lodge has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a private beach area and shared lounge in Marsa Alam City. There is a terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

G
Geir Nilsson
From
Norway
The hotel itself is a masterpiece of architecture; new, tasteful and modern, and at the same time giving a delightful atmosphere of ancient times. Not to forget the magnificent library! The hotel is located near the sea with perfect conditions for snorkling the coral reaf from a pier at the hotels beach. Pool is pleasant and superclean as the rest of the hotel. The restaurant serves the most delicious egyptian meals. All members of staff are attentive, very helpful and nice. Absolutely no pushing of sales. The atmosphere was peaceful and relaxing. Like finding a hidden diamond. Go for the all inclusive.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 799 reviews
Price from
US$112.65
1 night, 2 adults

Reef House

Hotel in Marsa Alam City

Located in Marsa Alam City, Reef House features a garden, shared lounge and free WiFi. There is a restaurant serving Italian cuisine, and free private parking is available.

M
Melina
From
Sweden
We felt incredibly welcomed here, the staff was very friendly and helpful, the atmosphere of the hotel is really warm. The food we ate at the hotel was delicious and everything in the building was really clean. We always received help with the transportation when we wanted to go to places further away.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 261 reviews
Price from
US$30
1 night, 2 adults

El Quseir Hotel

Hotel in Quseir

El Quseir Hotel provides accommodation in Quseir. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.

R
Ramey
From
Australia
One of the coolest places I've stayed in Egypt. Awesome historical building right on the beach. Amazing reef right out the front. Mostafa the owner is a legend, very attentive, knowledgeable and so helpful. He helped us arrange all sorts of activities after we left Quseir. I will definitely stay here again whenever I'm in the area.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 124 reviews
Price from
US$37
1 night, 2 adults

Casa Mare Resort - ex, Royal Tulip Beach Resort

Hotel in Port Ghalib

Casa Mare Resort - ex, Royal Tulip Beach Resort is located near to Port Ghalib, 42 km from Marsa Alam.

M
Mantas
From
Lithuania
Exceptional Experience – A Perfect Couples’ Getaway! Our stay at this resort in Egypt was absolutely exceptional! From the moment we arrived, we felt welcomed and taken care of in every possible way. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, making sure we had everything we needed to enjoy our vacation to the fullest. The food was delicious with a great variety of options, and the drinks were top-notch, thanks to the amazing bartenders. The property itself was stunning—beautifully maintained, clean, and offering breathtaking views. A special shoutout to Mohamed salim from reception, who went above and beyond to assist us with everything we needed. Also, a huge thank you to Taha, the barman, who made our evenings even better with his amazing cocktails and friendly attitude. The entertainment team truly made a difference in our stay—Yousaf Mohamed and Rico, you guys are incredible! Your energy and enthusiasm made every activity and show so much fun. We loved every second of our stay and can’t wait to return. Highly recommend this resort for anyone looking for an unforgettable vacation! 10/10!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 134 reviews
Price from
US$140
1 night, 2 adults

Protels Crystal Beach Resort

Hotel in Marsa Alam City

Facing the beachfront, Protels Crystal Beach Resort offers 4-star accommodation in Marsa Alam City and has a fitness centre, garden and private beach area.

V
Vukovic
From
Montenegro
Everything, food was perfect, staff is great, especially receptionist Ahmet, big regards to him, he helped us with everything we needed!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 261 reviews
Price from
US$87.30
1 night, 2 adults

Amarina Jannah Resort & Aqua Park Marsa Alam

Hotel in Coraya Bay

Amarina Jannah Resort & Aqua Park Marsa Alam features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a garden and private beach area in Coraya Bay.

J
Jessica
From
Czech Republic
I recently had the pleasure of staying at this exceptional hotel in Egypt, and I was thoroughly impressed by the quality of service and overall experience. From the moment I arrived, the staff demonstrated outstanding professionalism, kindness, and attentiveness. Their warm and welcoming attitude made me feel truly valued as a guest. The cleanliness throughout the hotel was impeccable. Every area, from the guest rooms to the public spaces, was maintained to the highest standard, which greatly contributed to the comfort and enjoyment of my stay. The culinary offerings were equally impressive. Each meal was expertly prepared, offering a wide variety of delicious and well-balanced options. The quality and presentation of the food were consistently excellent. In summary, my stay at this hotel exceeded all expectations. It was a truly memorable experience, and I would not hesitate to return in the future. I highly recommend this establishment to anyone seeking exceptional service, comfort, and hospitality.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 597 reviews
Price from
US$85.05
1 night, 2 adults

Utopia Beach Club

Hotel in Marsa Alam City

Facing the beachfront, Utopia Beach Club offers 4-star accommodation in Marsa Alam City and has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and garden.

E
Elisa
From
Italy
Amazing experience in Utopia , I really want to come back. Clean rooms, always smiling staff, good food. Thanks to Salah, Restaurant Mana ger and all the staff around him Big Thanks to all Staff of Euro Divers , for their amazing job! Special thanks to Memed, he makes me feel like at home and I got special diving with him !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 241 reviews
Price from
US$92.40
1 night, 2 adults
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Marsa Alam's best hotels with breakfast

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 91 reviews

Facing the beachfront, True Beach Resort offers 5-star accommodation in Marsa Alam City and features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and garden.

From US$266.69 per night

Set in Quseir, Diamond Beach by Pearl Resorts has a garden, private beach area, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

From US$256.15 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Facing the beachfront, Protels Beach Club & SPA offers 4-star accommodation in Marsa Alam City and has an outdoor swimming pool, garden and private beach area.

From US$152.40 per night

Set in Marsa Alam City, Jaz Aviva offers a restaurant. Featuring a garden, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. Guests can enjoy garden views.

From US$20,517.95 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

Facing the beachfront, Bliss Nada Beach Resort offers 4-star accommodation in Coraya Bay and has an outdoor swimming pool, garden and private beach area.

From US$154.42 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 134 reviews

Casa Mare Resort - ex, Royal Tulip Beach Resort is located near to Port Ghalib, 42 km from Marsa Alam.

From US$257.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 241 reviews

Facing the beachfront, Utopia Beach Club offers 4-star accommodation in Marsa Alam City and has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and garden.

From US$146.05 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 288 reviews

Deep south Eco-lodge features a private beach area, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Marsa Alam City. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a barbecue.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 1.0
Bad - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Oyster Bay Beach Studio has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a restaurant and bar in Marsa Alam. Boasting room service, this property also provides guests with a water park.

From US$96.25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 735 reviews

The five stars Arabian style modern designed Marina Resort Port Ghalib is located in Port Ghalib City and provide direct access to the Marina promenade and its variety of outlets, coffee shops &...

From US$158.78 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 426 reviews

Marina view port ghalib features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a private beach area and shared lounge in Port Ghalib. This 3-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk.

Facing the beachfront, UTOPIA Blue Resort offers 5-star accommodation in Quseir and features a garden, private beach area and terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Oyster bay Suite 01 has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and restaurant in Abu Dabab.

Oyster Bay Beach is situated in Abu Dabab and has a terrace, a restaurant and a bar. Featuring a garden, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

SIRENA BEACH RESORT & SPA in Marsa Alam City provides adults-only accommodation with a shared lounge, a bar and a casino.

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From US$303.04 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 568 reviews
Our spontaneous decision to spend our holidays at Steigenberger Coraya turned out to be perfect. From the moment we arrived to the moment we (sadly) had to leave, we were treated with wonderful service. Location: The hotel is beautifully located in Coraya Bay, protected from the strong April winds and surrounded by flowers and palm trees. Though the hotel is a bit older, it’s very well maintained and charming. Our room 1315 had a beautiful sea view. We love snorkelling and spent most of our time on the beach. The beachside service was excellent - always attentive, and my mojitos and margaritas were great! Food: The food was delicious with plenty of variety, including tasty local dishes. There’s a lady by the beach bar who bakes fresh Arabic bread, it smells so great. Lots of vegetables, great meat options, and very little junk food. We ate a lot, but it felt healthy. Activities: There was something going on every day - yoga, tennis, theme nights, volleyball, and more. Big thanks to Freddy and Kristýna from the animation team and to the tennis coach who made my first tennis session so much fun! Service: Mohammed, our warm-hearted waiter, took excellent care of us. Also, Ismael and the entire reception team were incredibly attentive and generously offered us both early check-in and late check-out. Our room was spotless thanks to Ahmed, who was always there when we needed a new beach towel. We truly had a wonderful time and can’t wait to come back! Lukas and Tereza
Guest review by
Lukas
Czech Republic
From US$257.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 134 reviews
Exceptional Experience – A Perfect Couples’ Getaway! Our stay at this resort in Egypt was absolutely exceptional! From the moment we arrived, we felt welcomed and taken care of in every possible way. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, making sure we had everything we needed to enjoy our vacation to the fullest. The food was delicious with a great variety of options, and the drinks were top-notch, thanks to the amazing bartenders. The property itself was stunning—beautifully maintained, clean, and offering breathtaking views. A special shoutout to Mohamed salim from reception, who went above and beyond to assist us with everything we needed. Also, a huge thank you to Taha, the barman, who made our evenings even better with his amazing cocktails and friendly attitude. The entertainment team truly made a difference in our stay—Yousaf Mohamed and Rico, you guys are incredible! Your energy and enthusiasm made every activity and show so much fun. We loved every second of our stay and can’t wait to return. Highly recommend this resort for anyone looking for an unforgettable vacation! 10/10!
Guest review by
Mantas
Lithuania
From US$249.03 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 854 reviews
Staff. This is incredible how hard those people work. Everybody was so kind, helpful and smiling. Great waiters (special thanks to Mamdouh:)), people who take care of cleaning, people in spa, at the bar, at the reception, animators (Islam you’re the best!) - they are doing an amazing job. Good choice of tasty food. We didn’t have digesting problems not even once. Very good drinks. Rooms are cleaned everyday. There is service by the pool all the time. Lot of very well kept greenery all around the hotel. Hotel is not crowdy. Close to airport - 10 minutes so you don’t waste time for traveling. Sandy beach, beautiful bay and coral reef. Simply everything.
Guest review by
Kamila
Poland
From US$161 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 79 reviews
It was very close to the Abu Dabab beach, which was one of the best beaches I've ever been to, with amazing snorkelling, sunbathing and diving opportunities, and some nice bars to get some cold beers. The rooms were clean, cosy, and comfortable, and the area around was full of flowers and greenery, which gave such a nice feel to the place. The staff were so friendly and welcoming, always making sure we were ok, and the food in the restaurant was great. This place is great for SCUBA divers or people who like to spend most of their time by the ocean.
Guest review by
Kiarna
Spain
From US$137.71 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 420 reviews
It has been a great experience! Shams Alam is located in the best place of the Red Sea, where you can swim with the dolphins and to see the famous dugong. You can reach Shams from Marsa Alam airport in less than an hour! Every members speak english, italian and deutsch fluently. The cook Mohammed and his staff prepare international and local food every day, three time a day. The chambers are enormous and beautiful! Let me say thank you Shams! We will carry all of you, in our heart!
Guest review by
Roberto
Italy
From US$133.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,240 reviews
My friends and I spent 5 phenomenal days at Gemma. Everything was perfect, from the receptionist, waiters, waiters, animators... The food was more than excellent, varied, the selection was phenomenal. This is our 5th time in Egypt and I can say that this is the hotel with the best food and service. Super friendly, unobtrusive staff really made us feel at home. Unforgettable experience, and Gemma resort will remain in our wonderful memories.
Guest review by
Petar
Montenegro
From US$203.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 668 reviews
Goodmorning, We’re having a great time here, everything is absolutely stunning! Amazing beach and pool! The staff is kind and polite, food is delicious! It’s such a pity that tomorrow we have to leave… I’m going to write a nice review on trip advisor as soon as i’m back home and suggest my friends to come and visit this wonderful resort! We’re planning to come back soon for sure! Thank you for your service! You’ ve been great!
Guest review by
Sabrina
Italy
From US$195.90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 139 reviews
Warm Welcoming and fast check in with nice welcome drink .Lobby Bar staff very professional and working hard.Food very nice and tasty.Beach and coral amazing.highly recommended .Thanks too much F&O manager Mr Ahmed as He is very professional and kind person
Guest review by
Serhat
Turkey
From US$125.13 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 167 reviews
Excellent location directly facing the Sea, staff very helpful and freindly especially the receptionist, room was clean and comfortable and breakfast buffet was complete and tasty For sure i will come back again
Guest review by
David
Spain
From US$158.78 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 735 reviews
A lovely design and just 10 minutes away from Marsa Alam airport, also very lovely stuff big thanks for the customer reception Tirza and Loka, also all the reception team
Guest review by
Ahmed Saad
United Kingdom
From US$305.30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 503 reviews
Excellent location, very clean room and spacious bathroom, staff very helpful and freindly especially Mohamed the housekeeping and breakfast buffet was delicious.
Guest review by
Femke
Netherlands
From US$120.45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 550 reviews
Very attentive and friendly staff, we were mainly scuba diving, we recommend to book a hotel transfer beforehand as the airport transfer is 35 € otherwise.
Guest review by
Nicola
Germany
From US$120.45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 203 reviews
Excellent food. Everything was fresh. Room brand new ( block 48) Very attentive staff & management Nice garden, well maintained
Guest review by
Tanja
Germany
From US$167.23 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 528 reviews
It was a paradise that just appeared in a great location... most of the staff were amazing just some could have been more helpful.
Guest review by
Sarah
United Kingdom
From US$167.92 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 89 reviews
Stunningly beautiful 🤩 The staff, wonderful food and listening/ watching the waves drinking tea in the Bedouin Tent, at night!!!
Guest review by
judith
United Kingdom
From US$110.18 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 301 reviews
We had an amazing stay in Marina Lodge. Staff was attentive, food great, the house coral nice to snorkel at.
Guest review by
Michal
Czech Republic
From US$240.97 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 30 reviews
View is Amazing Aqua is Amazing special thanks to Hamed reception manager
Guest review by
salah
Crimea
From US$195.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 70 reviews
Amazing location and sensitively designed
Guest review by
Philippa
United Kingdom

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10

Marsa Alam is amazing. i would suggest to go there if your...

Marsa Alam is amazing. i would suggest to go there if your only purpose is water and nature because is the only thing that there is there. Desert and Marine life. iy you love adventures, that is the place.
Guest review by
Andrea
10

The Alaya hotel guests has a private beach area at Coraya...

The Alaya hotel guests has a private beach area at Coraya bay, my husband and I were given a lift there by a golf cart. Alaya staff greeted us at the beach area ,attending to our needs. providing beach chairs, umbrella and bar service . The swimming are is great, water is clean and warm. Snorkeling and scuba diving is available. I did snorkel and it was a great experience.
Guest review by
Rose
United States
10

Port Ghalib is worth a visit, outside of the AI Hotels.

Port Ghalib is worth a visit, outside of the AI Hotels. Nice bars, good restaurants and friendly people. On Saturdays there is now a Cruiseship visiting Port Ghalib, hopefully the effects on the reef etc. will be not too negative.
Guest review by
Lars
Switzerland
10

I love Marsa Alam and Abu Dabab most, as far as the Red Sea...

I love Marsa Alam and Abu Dabab most, as far as the Red Sea goes. My favourite place of all time is the Concorde Moreen Hotel, with the Hilton coming a strong second. We only ate at the hotels, because our time was limited. I used the taxi service offered online by Booking.com, which I found to be very efficient and reasonable. But I am also a seasoned traveller in Egypt and do not find it difficult to negotiate with taxi drivers. (It can be very useful to ask Chat GPT first what an average trip should cost you, if you are unsure, and then use that as a guideline for your negotiations.) It's an amazing experience to go out on a boat, but picking the right one can make the difference. I will be leaving my review on our experience separately (as it warrants a whole story on its own :))
Guest review by
Annie Ruurds
South Africa
10

Very quiet town, simple and the sea is amazing.

Very quiet town, simple and the sea is amazing. You can swim anywhere. No so much facilities ( food places, supermarkets,..) and pharmacies located around hotels. Weather is hot, limited gas stations and road is not preferable to be taken at night.
Guest review by
Menna
Egypt
4.0

The sea was beautiful.

The sea was beautiful. Unfortunately strong winds kept me from going into the sea. We stayed mostly in the lagoons. There was no access to sea from the beach, only from the pier. The life guards were good and attentive.
Guest review by
Roland
Switzerland
8.0

Beach area we were in wasn't the greatest,no swimming area ,...

Beach area we were in wasn't the greatest,no swimming area ,too shallow and rocky not sandy.Took quad ride out in desert was fun.Lots of fish to see on reefs,water very clean.marss Mubarak has resident dugong and turtles but didn't see the dugong on our visit.Overall nice place ,a bit on the windy side but nice relief from heat.
Guest review by
bruce
Egypt
10

"I did not leave the grounds of the Iberotel Costa Marès.

"I did not leave the grounds of the Iberotel Costa Marès. There are already so many wonderful things to do like snorkeling, diving, massages and especially the many activities offered by Captain Mahmoud's extraordinary team and the high quality shows performed in the evening. All the staff are adorable, attentive, attentive both on the beach and by the pool as well as in the various restaurants, not to mention the maintenance staff and gardeners, the cooks, the waiters (mention special for Ahzem from the main restaurant, Abd Allah at the pool restaurant, Mostafa who is part of Mahmoud's team, Hod Hod on the beach and many others of whom I don't really know the spelling of their first name. are all very courageous, with a sense of humor and kindness like I have rarely seen. Everything is put in place so that you only want to do one thing... come back as quickly as possible."
Guest review by
Valérie Lannoy
Belgium
6.0

I mentioned everything in my review, what I liked and didn’t...

I mentioned everything in my review, what I liked and didn’t like. Mainly, I noticed that someone bought a quad bike tour, and they were taken just a little way behind the hotel to ride on a pile of sand for a short while. There was trash and plastic all around, a complete wasteland—nothing pretty. I’m used to greenery, which I understand is lacking in this destination, but I definitely wouldn’t buy an overpriced camel or quad bike tour. Especially because, in that heat, it wouldn’t be an enjoyable experience for me, and with the trash around, definitely not. I did a diving trip, but it ended up being canceled. Unfortunately, they made us leave our things (like backpacks) in a place where locals were moving around, and we had no way to secure them. The original plan was that we would be on a boat. In the end, it didn’t happen, and that was probably for the best. I booked the trip through Booking. I had no particular expectations, even though we were supposed to see dolphins. Eventually, I arranged for diving, and I enjoyed it. Since I’m already a diver, it was easy, but when I saw how they even turn diving into a business, it bothered me. I saw parents forcing their 12-year-old daughter to try diving. She was crying, didn’t want to do it, but the father insisted because it was paid for. I watched her struggle and feel uncomfortable. It saddens me to see that everything can be bought with money, and that’s just wrong.
Guest review by
Smile08
Czech Republic
8.0

Some places offer excellent takeaway food.

Some places offer excellent takeaway food. There is a public beach a little further away (a short walk across a small desert area) with exceptional underwater flora and fauna. Bring shoes for walking in the water. Please stay above or near the coral (personally, I didn't know there were risks to swimming too far from the reefs, namely sharks. But I didn't see any. On the other hand, there were some exceptional fish! Port Ghalib is a tourist spot but much, much quieter than Hurghada. If someone tries to sell you something, just say ‘La, chokram’ with a smile and everything will be fine. Don't forget to tip a little, as Egyptians earn very little (around €400 per month for a family of four). For activities, I recommend Royal Sea Tours (royalsea-tours.com), who are really great. Translated with DeepL.com (free version)
Guest review by
Laurence
Switzerland
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