Which area suits you?
| You want | Area | Read next |
|---|---|---|
| Restaurants and bars on foot | Sakkala, El Mamsha | Sakkala guide, Sheraton Road |
| Small budget, old town | El Dahar | El Dahar guide |
| Family, all-inclusive | Makadi Bay | where to stay in Makadi Bay |
| Calm, reef at the hotel | Sahl Hasheesh | where to stay in Sahl Hasheesh |
| Lagoon, evenings, kite | El Gouna | El Gouna map, where to stay in El Gouna |
| Quiet peninsula, kite | Soma Bay | where to stay in Soma Bay |
The full comparison: where to stay in Hurghada.
How many nights?
- 7 nights: the charter standard; beach, one snorkelling day, one evening in town.
- 10 to 14 nights: with a day trip to Luxor (Luxor or Cairo in a day).
Which board?
All-inclusive is common in the resorts and pays off if you stay at the hotel. In Sakkala or El Gouna, half-board or breakfast lets you eat out. Areas: all-inclusive hotels in Hurghada.
Trips for a first stay
A snorkelling day on an island is the classic, for example Sharm el Naga full day. Month by month: Hurghada weather by month.
Before you go
- Flight and airport: flights to Hurghada.
- Package or DIY: Hurghada holiday packages.
- Visa: 30 USD according to travel press since 1 March 2026.
FAQ
Which area is best for a first time? Sakkala for everything on foot, Makadi Bay for families, Sahl Hasheesh for calm.
How long should I stay? Seven nights for the beach and two trips, fourteen with Luxor.
How warm is the sea? About 21 C in February to 28 C in August.
Where do I book? On the Booking page for Hurghada, comparing area and price.
The Hurghada Authority editorial team, 29 October 2026.
