The map in a table
| Area | What is there | Hotels (our pages) |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown, Kafr, El Balad | centre, markets, cafés, supermarkets, Nubian-style architecture | Cook's Club (Downtown), Sultan Bey (Kafr) |
| Tamr Henna | just north of Downtown, across a bridge | see El Gouna in a day |
| Abu Tig Marina | luxury marina, yachts, restaurants, boutiques, bars | the evening dining hub |
| Zeytouna Beach | beach on its own island | reached by boat |
| Hillside above a private cove | quiet luxury | The Chedi |
| Resort entrance | further from Downtown | Creek Hotel & Residences |
Other hotels: Casa Cook, Sheraton Miramar, Mövenpick, Steigenberger Golf Resort.
Getting around
- Tuk-tuk and taxi: for short rides between Downtown and Abu Tig.
- Shuttle: many hotels run one; ask for times and price.
- Boat: links to islands and beaches; ask your hotel.
- On foot: only useful inside Downtown, the resort is spread out.
A good first day: private El Gouna tour by tuk-tuk and boat. For evenings: restaurants and nightlife.
Where to stay
- Evenings and restaurants: Downtown or Kafr.
- Calm: hotels set apart, with a shuttle.
- Kite and beach: see El Gouna kitesurf school guide.
Full comparison: where to stay in El Gouna. Getting there: El Gouna from Hurghada.
FAQ
How big is El Gouna? Big enough that you will want a tuk-tuk or taxi between Downtown and Abu Tig.
How far is El Gouna from Hurghada airport? Sources say 22 to 35 km, about 25 minutes.
Where is the nightlife? Mostly in Downtown and at Abu Tig Marina.
Where do I find hotels? On the Booking page for El Gouna, comparing location and price.
The Hurghada Authority editorial team, 29 October 2026.
