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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 accommodations in Coraya Bay and has an outdoor swimming pool, garden and private...
A
Ayman
From
Saudi ArabiaThe facilities where the staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,939 reviews
Price from
$333.69
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 playground.
K
Karen
From
GermanyFood was incredible. Very peaceful, everything is brand new. Super friendly and helpful staff! Close to airport, fast wifi. I look forward to coming again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 509 reviews
Price from
$327.42
1 night, 2 adults
JAZ Elite Amara
Hotel in Marsa Alam City
Facing the beachfront, JAZ Elite Amara offers 5-star accommodations in Marsa Alam City and features a garden, private beach area and terrace.
N
Nicholas
From
ItalyBrand new resort, wonderfully clean and well-maintained. Excellent all-inclusive selection at meals, and some lovely restaurant options that are also included. Staff was friendly and helpful at all times, and more than willing to stop and chat. Good selection of pools and immediate access to a nice beach area, with a diving centre and house reef that we took advantage of with a scuba diving session which was a highlight of our trip. Overall great value for money, especially when considering the meals and the fact that alcohol is included in the all-inclusive price.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 324 reviews
Price from
$261.62
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's a terrace and guests can use free WiFi and free private parking.
O
Omar
From
United Arab EmiratesThe hotel crew were accommodating for all our requests, and the facility is very stylish
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 825 reviews
Price from
$114.11
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, 26 mi from Marsa Alam.
M
Mohamed
From
EgyptSuper friendly staff who made sure our stay is hospitable, specially Mo salah & Mohamed salem
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 133 reviews
Price from
$200
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 center, a garden and private beach area in Coraya Bay.
m
mohammed
From
Egyptstuff and hotel very comfort and strong wifi connection , room clean , all people very helpful , activity also great .
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 620 reviews
Price from
$102.06
1 night, 2 adults
Dream Lagoon Resort & Aqua Park
Hotel in Marsa Alam City
Facing the beachfront, Dream Lagoon Resort & Aqua Park offers 4-star accommodations in Marsa Alam City and features an outdoor swimming pool, garden and private beach area.
M
Mina
From
EgyptVery professional and helpful Staff, Hotel is very clean and the beach was wonderful.
Launch and dinner were very rich and include many varieties each day.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 158 reviews
Price from
$120
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's a restaurant serving Italian cuisine, and free private parking is available.
F
FAOUJI
From
MoroccoI had an amazing stay at Reef House Hotel in Egypt!
I want to take a moment to personally thank Mustapha Hamdi – this man is absolutely incredible. From the moment I arrived, و رحب بي كتيرا (he welcomed me so warmly) and made me feel completely at home.
He went above and beyond to help with everything I needed, always with a smile and genuine kindness. People like Mustapha make a hotel unforgettable. If you visit Reef House Hotel, make sure to meet him – you’ll feel the hospitality of Egypt through him.
Highly recommended! 👏🌴✨
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 272 reviews
Price from
$28
1 night, 2 adults
El Quseir Hotel
Hotel in Quseir
El Quseir Hotel is offering accommodations in Quseir. The property has a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.
T
Tristan
From
EgyptGreat stay at El Quseir hotel. Mustafa renovated his family house with taste and turned it into a simple gemm. Perfect location in the Old city of El Quseir. The staff can arrange everything for you to explore the city and the coast.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 131 reviews
Price from
$37
1 night, 2 adults
Marina Resort Port Ghalib, a member of Radisson Individuals
Hotel in Port Ghalib
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 &...
M
Michel Fakhoury
From
LebanonOur experience at the "Premium Suite - Marina View" was nothing short of exceptional. The Premium Suite was incredibly spacious, with a comfortable living room and beds that were nothing less than heavenly.
We arrived much earlier than the check-in time, but to our delight, the staff prepared our room in just 30 minutes without charging extra or us even asking—such a sweet and thoughtful gesture! The same hospitality extended to our late check-out. Once they learned that our ride back to Cairo was scheduled for the evening, they graciously allowed us to enjoy the room until then, ensuring a stress-free end to our stay. A special thanks to Mohammed at the reception desk for his outstanding service!
The view from the suite was beautiful, offering a serene outlook over the marina and the boats. While we thoroughly enjoyed our stay, I highly recommend opting for the all-inclusive deal offered by the hotel — it’s great value and would have made even more sense for us. Unfortunately, we weren’t aware of this option since we booked via Booking.com.
The price-to-quality ratio is fantastic, making this a great choice for anyone visiting Port Ghalib. The staff, from receptionists to waiters, were incredibly kind and attentive, making our stay both relaxing and memorable.
Highly recommended for a tranquil and luxurious getaway for couples and/or families.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 727 reviews
Price from
$138.12
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 133 reviews
Marsa Alam's best hotels with breakfast
True Beach Resort
Hotel in Marsa Alam City
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews
Facing the beachfront, True Beach Resort offers 5-star accommodations in Marsa Alam City and features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness center and garden.
From $220.31 per night
Beach safari nubian resort
Hotel in Marsa Alam City
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 123 reviews
Facing the beachfront, Beach safari nubian resort offers 4-star accommodations in Marsa Alam City and has an outdoor swimming pool, garden and private beach area.
From $105.80 per night
Diamond Beach by Pearl Resorts
Hotel in Quseir
Breakfast options
Located in Quseir, Diamond Beach by Pearl Resorts has a garden, private beach area, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.
From $244.06 per night
UTOPIA Blue Resort
Hotel in Quseir
Breakfast options
Facing the beachfront, UTOPIA Blue Resort offers 5-star accommodations in Quseir and features a garden, private beach area and terrace.
From $209.55 per night
Protels Beach Club & SPA
Hotel in Marsa Alam City
Breakfast options
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 accommodations in Marsa Alam City and has an outdoor swimming pool, garden and private beach area.
From $152.40 per night
Jaz Aviva
Hotel in Marsa Alam City
Breakfast options
Located in Marsa Alam City, Jaz Aviva features a restaurant. Featuring a garden, this 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. At the hotel, every room includes a closet.
From $20,517.95 per night
Bliss Nada Beach Resort
Hotel in Coraya Bay
Breakfast options
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 accommodations in Coraya Bay and has an outdoor swimming pool, garden and private beach area.
From $154.42 per night
Dolphin Continental Hotel
Hotel in Quseir
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 163 reviews
Facing the beachfront, Dolphin Continental Hotel offers 3-star accommodations in Quseir and features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness center and garden.
Budget hotels in Marsa Alam
Oyster Bay Beach Studio
Hotel in Marsa Alam
Cheap hotel
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. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a water park.
From $96.25 per night
Deep south Eco-lodge
Hotel in Marsa Alam City
Cheap hotel
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 271 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 grill.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
SIRENA BEACH RESORT & SPA in Marsa Alam City provides adults only accommodations with a shared lounge, a bar and a casino.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 83 reviews
Blue Vision Diving Hotel has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Marsa Alam City. This 3-star hotel offers a bar.
From $34.20 per night
Marina view port ghalib
Hotel in Port Ghalib
Cheap hotel
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 404 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.
Oyster bay Suite 01
Hotel in Abu Dabbab
Cheap hotel
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 Dabbab.
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From $175.81 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 136 reviews
My late husband and I had visited the Concorde many times in the past and as is the custom for loyal guests, we got to plant a tree in 2018. We skipped a year because we went to Thailand the following year, and in 2020, we all went into lockdown and were once again unable to visit our beloved Concorde. We both contracted Covid and sadly, my beloved husband passed away.
This year, I felt emotionally ready to return and contacted Ahmed El Marakby (the Front Office Mgr) to tell him that I would be visiting with two friends. Ahmed was on leave, so he asked Saad Eldin Mohsen (the Assistance Front Office Mgr) to handle the booking. He was so kind and empathetic and made sure that every detail of our stay was taken care of.
This has to be my all-time favourite hotel!
The rooms are very spacious and the beds are extremely comfortable. On this particular trip, Mohammed Rabie (the Housekeeping Mgr) had the room decorated so beautifully, that I was totally overwhelmed! The bathrooms are also fabulous and everything is extremely clean.
The grounds are beautiful and the view of the sea is magnificent. I love this hotel because it's not a huge resort, yet you have absolutely everything that you need. There is ample space so that you don't have people sitting on top of you and you don't have to walk for miles to get a bit of peace and quiet. Yet it is far from dull and boring. The animation team offers a lot to keep you busy.
The food is exquisite, a huge variety. The quality was amazing with something for every palate. Make sure you have at least 1 dinner in the Italian restaurant, run by Alaa.
The evening entertainment will keep you involved and amused.
The Concorde has always felt like home to me, so this is where I wanted to erect a plaque to honour my husband. Saad, Mohammed (the chief gardener) and the engineering team assisted me and even constructed a frame for it. I am eternally grateful!
Guest review by
Annie RuurdsSouth Africa
From $180.55 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 727 reviews
Our experience at the "Premium Suite - Marina View" was nothing short of exceptional. The Premium Suite was incredibly spacious, with a comfortable living room and beds that were nothing less than heavenly.
We arrived much earlier than the check-in time, but to our delight, the staff prepared our room in just 30 minutes without charging extra or us even asking—such a sweet and thoughtful gesture! The same hospitality extended to our late check-out. Once they learned that our ride back to Cairo was scheduled for the evening, they graciously allowed us to enjoy the room until then, ensuring a stress-free end to our stay. A special thanks to Mohammed at the reception desk for his outstanding service!
The view from the suite was beautiful, offering a serene outlook over the marina and the boats. While we thoroughly enjoyed our stay, I highly recommend opting for the all-inclusive deal offered by the hotel — it’s great value and would have made even more sense for us. Unfortunately, we weren’t aware of this option since we booked via Booking.com.
The price-to-quality ratio is fantastic, making this a great choice for anyone visiting Port Ghalib. The staff, from receptionists to waiters, were incredibly kind and attentive, making our stay both relaxing and memorable.
Highly recommended for a tranquil and luxurious getaway for couples and/or families.
Guest review by
Michel FakhouryLebanon
From $196.90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 673 reviews
Pickalbatros Sea World is by far my favorite resort on the Red Sea among the many resorts that I stayed at. The facilities deserve the highest rating. For example, dining tables are luxurious granite top tables. The rooms are modern, new and emaculately clean.
Pickalbatros Sea World is a large complex of two story bungalows, beautiful swimming pools, six restaurants, a clinic, nicknack stores, gym and other facilities. A morning walk would easily put 10,000 steps on your fitbit or iwatch.
You would need a week to enjoy the variety of food and try the various restaurants.
Last but not least is the customer service. The staff would go to the extra mile to satisfy our needs. Example: A delicious looking eggplant dish included ground beef. Being vegetarian, we inquired if the kitchen offers the same dish without beef. We were pleasantly surprised that one of the chefs presented the delicious vegetarian version on our table within 10 minutes.
Our appreciation goes to the wait staff especially Osama!
Our stay at Sea World wouldn't have been as pleasant and as comfortable without the effort of Mr. Haitham Elsawah, Manager of the front desk team. Thank you, Mr. Haitham and Sea World team!
Guest review by
WahbahUnited States
From $170.20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 70 reviews
The diving facilities, staff, organization, equipment, access to Nitrox bottles and house reef easy access were excellent. A divers paradise! The brand new speed boats with impressive 300ps engines are awesome.
All inclusive food buffet was overall good. Chef Mohammed gave us extra amazing attention and provided on request fresh grilled fish, fruits etc. I celebrated my Birthday there and the kitchen organized a lovely (huge) cake, which was a lovely gesture.
The Chalets are good size and definitely worth the extra price to stay a bit warmer if you are here in January where evenings get cool. Bed was a bit too squeeky though. Hot water and good pressure in shower were very much appreciated!
Guest review by
Delarosa84Switzerland
From $137.71 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 426 reviews
Friendly staff, helpful, and very nice they treated us politely and generously welcomed us. Coz we are Egyptians 🤩🤩🤩
Food was delicious and varied.
The view is amazing.. especially the beach and the marine life.. a lot of turtles and the Dougong was there
The Wadi el-Gimal island is amazing and so beautiful, and swimming with the dolphins.
The diving center team is very organized and caring.
Great thanks to Ali (عم علي), Kareem, and Mr. Ehab from the diving center .. Mohammed from the reception.
All cleaning staff Abdallah and Ragab
And finally, the restaurant's staff, all the great chefs 👨🍳, front-line staff were beyond amazing.
Guest review by
SawsanEgypt
From $135.15 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 86 reviews
The Oasis is the perfect dive resort. It is small and familiar, not an overcrowded party resort. There is really little else to do than diving. Staff are phenomenal, food is excellent and mostly Egyptian (being vegan I always found food to eat). The diving is great - staff are super knowledgeable and it's very safe and fun to dive. It's a safe spot for solo women travellers and the crowd is a bit different from the usual divers:) overwhelmingly German speaking tourists but everyone speaks English as well.
We were there for the second time, which we don't usually do, and I have and would recommend it again. Thanks to everyone!
Guest review by
MonaSwitzerland
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,370 reviews
There was so much to like about Gemma. The grounds were wonderful. Always kept clean and maintained. The pool was fabulous. Big and warm and full of activity. Meals were delicious. We loved the variety and choices. The freshly grilled fish and paella were wonderful. We especially enjoyed the Egyptian meal at alidino restaurant.
Our housekeeper was so nice and always there to help. He left us treats and surprises.
My husband got sick and there is a fabulous doctor on site. He sent us to hospital and the resort took care of the rides back and forth. They made it so much easier.
Our room was big and had everything we needed.
Guest review by
KathyUnited States
From $165.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 522 reviews
One of the best hotels I've ever been! Location is Great, the Hotel is Clean not only rooms, Food is perfect and lot of variety, Marsa Alam has no night life, but at the Hotel You can't feel boring at night even if you try to! night show, Music, Singers, and Disco. The Staff is AMAZING! not one or two of them, All of them were Great! They so welcoming and work from their heart with an amazing spirit! This is the first time for me to feel like OH MY GOD I want to come back because of those beautiful guys, This place will be My place at Marsa Alam, and for sure I will go back with my friends!
Very Very Recommended
Guest review by
AhmedEgypt
From $119.33 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 207 reviews
We loved our stay, and I want to commend the reception staff for their exceptional support and hospitality. The complimentary upgrade to a family room was a delightful surprise. I liked the availability of free, high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the premises and the well-maintained pools and beach. The housekeeping was perfect, the variety and quality of the food were good, and the evening entertainment was enjoyable.
Overall, my experience was amazing, and I look forward to visiting again in the future.
Guest review by
MohamedEgypt
From $114.41 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 345 reviews
The hospitality and friendly atmosphere is amazing. We were greeted by the manager and his team on arrival, and throughout our week we were very well looked after.
The complex is very clean and the staff all work very hard to please guests, from the reception to the restaurant and beach staff nothing was ever a problem.
If fact we have now booked to return in March..
Guest review by
NigelUnited Kingdom
From $225.02 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 859 reviews
The house reef is amazing for snorkeling with excellent visibility and abundance of fish. The staff are amazing but specifically the manager Mr. Mohamed, Fathi from the front office, Adel and Mohamed from housekeeping, and Abo Elgod and Fahd at the beach were exceptional.
Guest review by
khaledSaudi Arabia
From $229.29 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 512 reviews
Akkassia is an amazing place!!!, as I took the all-inclusive package, I just needed to relax and enjoy with my family, the facilities are amazing for kids and parents as well. The aquatic was the favorite for my kids.
Guest review by
ClaudiaBolivia
From $122.88 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 163 reviews
Very nice reef, friendly stuff, tasty \ok, mostly tasty\ food, availability of red flags if you're tired from the salesmen.
Nice pottery in the shop of mr Tarek next to the pierce.
Guest review by
NatalliaBelarus
From $303.04 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 576 reviews
Everything was terrific - the territory, the room, food and reef. It was a fantastic vacation. I recommend this plase confidently.
Guest review by
BorisRussia
From $257.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 133 reviews
Super friendly staff who made sure our stay is hospitable, specially Mo salah & Mohamed salem
Guest review by
MohamedEgypt
From $109.48 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 233 reviews
The view was amazing
The stuff so kindly and helpful
Guest review by
Mohamed M. IbrahemEgypt
From $186.78 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 84 reviews
The beach is amazing, staff is very helpful
Guest review by
YomnaEgypt
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Return in Marsa Alam, for me it's always special, and for...
Return in Marsa Alam, for me it's always special, and for all the times I spent there, I return back home always with a good memories.
This time, compared to before, I experienced "Solo" traveler, as recharging holiday, and as it happens on past (with family) it doesn't make me disappoint on it.
Expected to find over Marsa Alam snorkeling 6 Desert safari.
Guest review by
Matteo BarcelonaItaly
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
RoseUnited States
10
Our stay at Porto Ghalib was truly enjoyable.
Our stay at Porto Ghalib was truly enjoyable. The location is beautiful with direct access to the marina and a stunning beach. The room was clean and comfortable, and the food offered a good variety every day. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful, making us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. The snorkeling experience was amazing we even saw sea turtles, which made our trip unforgettable. Overall, a great stay and we would definitely come back again.
Guest review by
Anonymous8.0
A beautiful town, though its glory days are long gone.
A beautiful town, though its glory days are long gone. Unfortunately, as is common in Egypt, the locals have no idea what to do with their trash. It's more of an education issue. However, the people are very friendly, helpful, and always smiling.
Guest review by
tenorbPoland
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 RuurdsSouth Africa
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
RolandSwitzerland
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
bruceEgypt
8.0
We've been to Dahab, Sharm Al Sheik and Hurghada before.
We've been to Dahab, Sharm Al Sheik and Hurghada before. We really like being in Egypt and particularly the snorkelling the Red Sea has to offer, but we wanted to try something new. Marsa Alam is similar in terms of offerings for snorkelling and diving but much much less crowded and much less shopping options. In fact some of the beaches we visited - Marsa Egla and Tondoba Bay - were virtually empty. There were perhaps us and one other small group of people there. The snorkelling was excellent. I suspect most people holidaying in Marsa Alam stay in resorts and don't leave them much. Package tourism - you see these massive resorts up the coast. Marsa Alam itself looks like a city still under construction. There are more half finished than finished buildings. Half of what look like shops are yet to be occupied. We thought that was fine though - who wants to go shopping on a holiday? If you are into shopping this isn't for you. Noticeably, the people in restaurants and shops hussle and hassle you much less than other places in Egypt. I imagine all this will change in coming years given the volume of development. But for now this is a super quiet sea side spot. A village still developing. This also means there isn't lots of cultural things to do.But, if you like to chill with your travel companions, dive, snorkel, kite surf or just laze on a beach (think rocky Red Sea beaches, not Thailand or Australian white sand beaches) - then you'll probably enjoy this. We had good company, books and cards and had a great time. You'll need to make your own entertainment (or go on one of the many organised tours).
Guest review by
ThomasAustralia
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
Smile08Czech Republic
8.0
The place is small but pretty, with nice bars and...
The place is small but pretty, with nice bars and restaurants and lots of opportunities for excursions. The restaurants offer good food, but it's a bit expensive for Egypt; you can tell that tourists are expected to pay more than usual.
Guest review by
UnentwegteSwitzerland
