Which Egyptian resort is right for me?

With so many hotels and destinations on offer when searching for your holiday it can be super difficult to find the right resort for the perfect getaway. How you plan to spend your holiday can completely change the vibe of the resort and hotel, so you need to find something to match your vibe. 

 

If you’re looking for a little guidance on which resort to pick in Egypt, well look no further! We’re going to breakdown each Egyptian resort to help you narrow down your holiday search to find the best holiday yet.

 

Sharm El Sheikh

 

 

An Egyptian hotspot, Sharm El Sheikh sits on the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula, boasting temperatures which always sit above 21° C. It’s the perfect place for a sunny holiday no matter the season! With flights from the UK heading to sunny Sharm at least 4 times a week it’s easy to get away to paradise.

 

Coral Sea Aqua Club

 

 

Although it’s not hard to find the nightlife in Sharm, enjoy some R&R in the peaceful resort of Nabq Bay at the Coral Sea Aqua Club, with a recent award of Traveller’s Choice 2023 by Tripadvisor this is a popular hotel amongst many. Whether you want to take a short walk to the beach, enjoy a pamper in the spa or lounge around one of their two huge pools, it’s easy to relax at Coral Sea Aqua Club. Even if you’re looking for a little bit of fun you can head to the ‘Flowrider’ machine and make some waves on the artificial wave machine! 

 

Naqb National Park and Camel Ride

 

 

See the beauty of Egypt by hopping on a 4×4 to explore Naqb National Park in the very best way – a camel ride! Head to the national park in a quirky 4×4 to see beautiful canyons and desert space, you’ll stop for an evening dinner in a private tent overlooking the waters of Naqb Bay and continue the evening with a steady camel ride, what an unforgettable evening that would be!

Luxor

 

Luxor is a beauty of the River Nile. If you’re looking for a getaway full of culture and interesting history, then you’ll have to head to Luxor this year. With Luxor Temple on your doorstep and sphinx statues around the corner it’s hard to not absorb the days of time before.

 

Iberotel Luxor

 

 

You can’t get any closer to the River Nile or Luxor at the Iberotel Luxor, sat only a stone’s throw away from the centre of Luxor you’re in the thick of everything! You’ll only be 10 minutes away from the Luxor Temple. After a hard day of discovering Egypt you can wind down in this spot of luxury, spend time swimming in the floating pool with a drink in hand from the pool bar. Then head to sleep in your room overlooking the unforgettable Nile on a spacious bed.

 

Guided tour to Valley of the Kings

 

It doesn’t get more cultural than a felucca cruise down the Nile for a guided tour of the Valley of the Kings! With an egyptologist on board your felucca – a traditional egyptian boat – they’ll educate you behind the deep history of the Nile and you’ll get to go see Tutankhamun himself at the ‘Gates of the Kings’. It’s the perfect excursion for any history buffs out there!

 

Hurghada 

 

 

One of the most well-known regions in Egypt, it’s been a popular tourist destination since the 50s! With over 40km of bustling coastline against the Red Sea, there are plenty of hotel hot-spots to be discovered. Hurghada is home to plenty of family-friendly hotels which have enough water parks to keep the whole family entertained! 

 

Serenity Fun City Resort

 

 

If you’re looking for an affordable family getaway to Hurghada which has it all, Serenity Fun City boasts a theme park, waterpark and two hefty pools! It’s all inclusive too so you can fill your boots at one of the 7 food spots to keep your energy levels topped up throughout the day. Don’t worry about your evenings, you’ll be able to relax watching the evening entertainment or having a drink or two at the English Pub, it’ll be a home away from home!

 

Diving Excursion

 

 

If you want to make the most of the beautiful coastline, there’s a good variety of excursions on offer! Get out of the resort and experience the beautiful wildlife hidden within the coral reefs of the Red Sea with a ‘Red Sea diving experience in Hurghada’! With transfers included, you’ll be whisked away from your hotel for the day to see over 1,000 different wildlife species, while you’re safely geared up to witness the beautiful reefs. You’ll also receive lunch while you’re out to make the most of your day.

Marsa Alam

 

 

As the new kid on the block for Egyptian tourist destinations, Marsa Alam is definitely bringing the heat! South of Hurghada it still sits on the beautiful coastline of the Red Sea and has direct access to Luxor, making it the perfect spot for a scorching getaway with easy access to heaps of culture.

 

Albatros Sea World Marsa Alam

 

 

Although Marsa Alam doesn’t have as many hotels sprawling the coastline in comparison to Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh, each hotel truly has it ALL! Albatros Sea World Marsa Alam really went the whole hog on their amenities, with an insane 19 pools and 15 bars, you’ll be spoilt for choice for somewhere to relax. And if all that wasn’t enough, you’ll have your pick of 6 restaurants throughout the day. Everyday at the Albatros Sea World Marsa Alam will be something different, what more could you want!

 

Private Boat & Snorkeling Trip

 

And if the hotel wasn’t enough, why not head out on a private excursion on a stunning private boat for you and your family to spend the day snorkelling. You can bask in the sun on the sundeck and dry off after exploring the clear waters and coral reefs of the Red Sea. Feel like you’re living like an Egyptian Pharaoh in Marsa Alam.

There truly is everything in Egypt, catering to all holidaymakers, we’re hoping this blog gives you the perfect inspo for your next trip to Egypt, to make it the best it can be.