At a glance

Sahl Hasheesh beach and its domed buildings

Area Atmosphere Best for Hotel type
Seafront and promenade Pedestrian sea wall, cafés, sunsets Couples, evening walks Upscale beach hotels
Old Town Ochre pedestrian streets, shops, restaurants Staying on foot, some evening life Mid-range and upscale hotels
Beach hotels set back Large pools, hotel entertainment Families, all-inclusive stays All-inclusive resorts

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What Sahl Hasheesh really offers

The Sahl Hasheesh page describes a bay laid out like an oriental village, with ochre facades and domes. The water is calm and shallow near the shore, the bay's reef suits snorkeling, and the promenade is best walked in the late afternoon. The resort's luxury hotel, the Oberoi, was ranked first luxury hotel in Egypt by TripAdvisor in 2016.

The seafront promenade

Seafront or Old Town?

  • Seafront: you sleep facing the beach and the promenade. The best setting and the quietest, but restaurants outside your hotel need a short walk or ride.
  • Old Town: the pedestrian streets gather shops and cafés, liveliest in the evening. Ideal if you want dinner out without a taxi.
  • Set back from the beach: more all-inclusive resorts to choose from, sometimes with a shuttle to the beach; check the real distance on the Booking map.

Limits to know

  • Private beaches: many hotels keep their beach for guests. If direct sea access matters, filter for beachfront and read recent reviews.
  • Distance: central Hurghada, the marina and the restaurants of El Dahar are a taxi ride away; agree the fare before getting in (see getting around Hurghada).
  • Excursions: agencies collect guests at the hotel. Day trips to Luxor or Cairo by plane add a drive from the south; departure is very early.

Booking tips

  • All-inclusive or half board: in a resort with no town centre, all-inclusive saves you from relying on neighbouring hotels' restaurants; compare what the plan covers (drinks, à la carte restaurants, beach).
  • Transfer: ask the airport-to-hotel transfer price, or book it ahead (Hurghada airport).
  • Other resorts: if you hesitate, compare with Makadi Bay, Soma Bay and our guide all-inclusive: which area.
  • Snorkeling: the bay reef is visited with mask and snorkel; for real boat trips, see boats to Giftun and Orange Bay.

FAQ

Is Sahl Hasheesh good for families? Yes, thanks to the calm water and all-inclusive resorts; check each hotel's kids' club and pools.

Can you stay without a car? Yes, the hotel arranges the transfer and agencies pick you up; for an evening in Hurghada, count a round-trip taxi.

Is it more expensive than Hurghada? Generally yes: hotels are mostly upscale. Compare rates when you book.

Is there nightlife? A little, in the Old Town and the hotels; it is not a party resort.

The Hurghada Authority editorial team, 19 October 2026.