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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 accommodation in Coraya Bay and has an outdoor swimming pool, garden and private...
N
Natalia
From
AustriaEverything! Amazing location amazing beach and facilities. The service was impeccable the staff is so attentive and friendly and genuinely kind that really makes such a difference - always willing to help and make your stay as comfortable and relaxing as possible. Special thanks to Taha the grill master, tarek Mahmoud zakaria from the main restaurant and the entire team of the seafood restaurant! We will definitely come back! Alf shukr to the entire steigenberger team!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,939 reviews
Price from
US$362.67
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 children's playground.
R
Rashidah
From
United KingdomIt was clean, brand new and everything was so organised.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 507 reviews
Price from
US$362.67
1 night, 2 adults
JAZ Elite Amara
Hotel in Marsa Alam City
Facing the beachfront, JAZ Elite Amara offers 5-star accommodation in Marsa Alam City and has a garden, private beach area and terrace.
s
sonia
From
ItalyAmazing service
Very kind staff
Everything impeccable
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 324 reviews
Price from
US$362.67
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 is a terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.
S
Susan
From
United KingdomAbsolutely all staff were so very helpful and thoughtful. (Thank you.) Nothing seemed to phase them. Carefully designed, buildings with wonderful outlook. Do take some time to examine the fossilised corals etc in the stone from which the place is built! Meals were always freshly prepared, beautifully presented and plentiful, with the option of seconds if need be. Vegetarian food was excellent, as was, I understand from friends, Vegan, and meat. The whole site was kept meticulously clean, including the beach. There are gardens with indigenous plants, including those that attract butterflies and moths. Also a formal fresh water feature, the home of numerous dragonflies: a surprise bonus. The infinity pool is generously sized. Security appears to be excellent, as are safety features eg fire hoses, emergency exit signs, pool Life Guard. Outdoor lighting at night is adequate for safety, but angled downwards, so star gazing is possible. The House Reef is easily accessible from a pier a short walk from the Lodge. The Emperor Divers facility which abuts the Lodge gives options of Shore and Boat diving.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 823 reviews
Price from
US$114.34
1 night, 2 adults
Utopia Beach Club
Hotel in Marsa Alam City
Facing the beachfront, Utopia Beach Club offers 4-star accommodation in Marsa Alam City and has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and garden.
E
Edita
From
Czech RepublicIt was out 3d stay in Utopia Beach club and we will be coming back. Everything was perfect, beautiful beach, nice people, great food… what else can one wish for right? ☺️
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 238 reviews
Price from
US$183.70
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, 42 km from Marsa Alam.
M
Mantas
From
LithuaniaExceptional Experience – A Perfect Couples’ Getaway!
Our stay at this resort in Egypt was absolutely exceptional! From the moment we arrived, we felt welcomed and taken care of in every possible way. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, making sure we had everything we needed to enjoy our vacation to the fullest.
The food was delicious with a great variety of options, and the drinks were top-notch, thanks to the amazing bartenders. The property itself was stunning—beautifully maintained, clean, and offering breathtaking views.
A special shoutout to Mohamed salim from reception, who went above and beyond to assist us with everything we needed. Also, a huge thank you to Taha, the barman, who made our evenings even better with his amazing cocktails and friendly attitude. The entertainment team truly made a difference in our stay—Yousaf Mohamed and Rico, you guys are incredible! Your energy and enthusiasm made every activity and show so much fun.
We loved every second of our stay and can’t wait to return. Highly recommend this resort for anyone looking for an unforgettable vacation! 10/10!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 133 reviews
Price from
US$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 centre, a garden and private beach area in Coraya Bay.
M
Mansour
From
EgyptThe reception at the Amarina Janna Hotel was more than wonderful, starting with Mr. Hassan Attia, the hotel manager, who has a beautiful and cheerful personality, and the distinguished Mr. Walid Abu Al-Hajjaj, the front office manager. And the wonderful Mr. Sherif, Assistant Front Office Manager, as well as Mr. Abdo and Mr. Kyrollos who were present. I will never forget Mr. Mahmoud Hussein at the beach bar, they all provide service. More than wonderful and a bright image of hospitality as it should be 🙏💯 The service and accommodation were at their best from the beginning of my entry until my departure, a wonderful experience that deserves to be repeated
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 619 reviews
Price from
US$160.65
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 accommodation in Marsa Alam City and features an outdoor swimming pool, garden and private beach area.
M
Mahmoud
From
Egyptمكان مريح جدا ومناسب لجميع الاعمار the stuff was very good they work hard to make everyone happier the food was good and the place was very clean and the beach are wonderful and the hotel deserve to visit it more then one time very , wonderful ,and I and my family present a thank to Mrs. Ragdah was have very good management, help everyone, and care to maintain the level of service provided We are happy and honored to know Mrs. Raghda. Thank you
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 158 reviews
Price from
US$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 is a restaurant serving Italian cuisine, and free private parking is available.
l
luisa
From
United KingdomWe experienced personalised customer service. In a place so big, the owner took the time to connect with us and being super hospitable and helpful. 5 stars customer service! The rooms are spacious and clean with kettle and fridge. The hotel is quiet and the beds are super duper comfy. The breakfast is delicious.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 270 reviews
Price from
US$30
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 &...
i
imre
From
Hungaryluxory appartment, nice reef plenty different fishes pool etc .i love it
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 725 reviews
Price from
US$138.12
1 night, 2 adults
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Marsa Alam's best hotels with breakfast
El Quseir Hotel
Hotel in Quseir
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 131 reviews
El Quseir Hotel provides accommodation in Quseir. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.
From US$41.81 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 725 reviews
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 &...
From US$180.55 per night
True Beach Resort
Hotel in Marsa Alam City
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 92 reviews
Facing the beachfront, True Beach Resort offers 5-star accommodation in Marsa Alam City and features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and garden.
From US$197.12 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 accommodation in Marsa Alam City and has an outdoor swimming pool, garden and private beach area.
From US$105.80 per night
Diamond Beach by Pearl Resorts
Hotel in Quseir
Breakfast options
Set in Quseir, Diamond Beach by Pearl Resorts has a garden, private beach area, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.
From US$244.06 per night
UTOPIA Blue Resort
Hotel in Quseir
Breakfast options
Facing the beachfront, UTOPIA Blue Resort offers 5-star accommodation in Quseir and features a garden, private beach area and terrace.
From US$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 accommodation in Marsa Alam City and has an outdoor swimming pool, garden and private beach area.
From US$152.40 per night
Jaz Aviva
Hotel in Marsa Alam City
Breakfast options
Set in Marsa Alam City, Jaz Aviva offers a restaurant. Featuring a garden, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. Guests can enjoy garden views.
From US$20,517.95 per night
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. Boasting room service, this property also provides guests with a water park.
From US$96.25 per night
Dolphin Continental Hotel
Hotel in Quseir
Cheap hotel
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 165 reviews
Facing the beachfront, Dolphin Continental Hotel offers 3-star accommodation in Quseir and features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and garden.
Deep south Eco-lodge
Hotel in Marsa Alam City
Cheap hotel
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 273 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 barbecue.
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 accommodation with a shared lounge, a bar and a casino.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - 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 US$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, 405 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 Dabab
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 Dabab.
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From US$257.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 133 reviews
Exceptional Experience – A Perfect Couples’ Getaway!
Our stay at this resort in Egypt was absolutely exceptional! From the moment we arrived, we felt welcomed and taken care of in every possible way. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, making sure we had everything we needed to enjoy our vacation to the fullest.
The food was delicious with a great variety of options, and the drinks were top-notch, thanks to the amazing bartenders. The property itself was stunning—beautifully maintained, clean, and offering breathtaking views.
A special shoutout to Mohamed salim from reception, who went above and beyond to assist us with everything we needed. Also, a huge thank you to Taha, the barman, who made our evenings even better with his amazing cocktails and friendly attitude. The entertainment team truly made a difference in our stay—Yousaf Mohamed and Rico, you guys are incredible! Your energy and enthusiasm made every activity and show so much fun.
We loved every second of our stay and can’t wait to return. Highly recommend this resort for anyone looking for an unforgettable vacation! 10/10!
Guest review by
MantasLithuania
From US$119.33 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 554 reviews
Thanks for the warm welcome!
All resort staff are friendly and always ready to help. Special thanks to Mr. Korashi (manager on reception), Mr.Ahmed( manager of the restaurant), Mr.Osman( chef cook). The hotel Three Corners Happy Life is located on the first line from the sea. From the pontoon you can observe a beautiful underwater world that amazes with a variety of fish, and of course corals.
The territory of the resort is well-groomed, a lot of greenery to trees.
The hotel offers all inclusive. The cuisine, very tasty and varied with many fruits and sweets.
Everyone will find their corner of happiness at the Three Corners Happy Life Resort 😊
Thank you! And I hope to see you soon! Olga Odessa
Guest review by
OlgaUkraine
From US$137.71 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 427 reviews
It has been a great experience! Shams Alam is located in the best place of the Red Sea, where you can swim with the dolphins and to see the famous dugong. You can reach Shams from Marsa Alam airport in less than an hour! Every members speak english, italian and deutsch fluently. The cook Mohammed and his staff prepare international and local food every day, three time a day. The chambers are enormous and beautiful!
Let me say thank you Shams! We will carry all of you, in our heart!
Guest review by
RobertoItaly
From US$196.90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 673 reviews
Goodmorning,
We’re having a great time here, everything is
absolutely stunning!
Amazing beach and pool! The staff is kind and polite, food is delicious! It’s such a pity that tomorrow we
have to leave…
I’m going to write a nice review on trip advisor as soon
as i’m back home and suggest my friends to come
and visit this wonderful resort!
We’re planning to come back soon for sure!
Thank you for your service! You’ ve been great!
Guest review by
SabrinaItaly
From US$170.20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 68 reviews
Staff were all exceptional. Every individual member. The tents are exceptionally comfortable and enjoyable to sleep in. The food was outstanding
So much variety, great taste and the Christmas eve feast was outstanding. Dive instructors were all kind, knowledgeable, patient and wonderful teachers.
Guest review by
hayleyUnited Kingdom
From US$114.41 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 344 reviews
My first time in Marina Lodge and definitely not the last! The staff was incredibly helpful and came up with genuine solutions when I needed to extend my stay before hopping on the liveaboard, the restaurant offered a variety of choices and the room was spacious and clean. Highly recommend!
Guest review by
BożenaPoland
From US$175.81 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 137 reviews
Warm Welcoming and fast check in with nice welcome drink .Lobby Bar staff very professional and working hard.Food very nice and tasty.Beach and coral amazing.highly recommended .Thanks too much F&O manager Mr Ahmed as He is very professional and kind person
Guest review by
SerhatTurkey
From US$109.48 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 232 reviews
Loved the position of the room with sea view! Food was very good we had no problems! Staff in restaurant was very careful with me and my baby as we were travelling alone. They took care of us! Good diving center and welcoming people! See you next time!
Guest review by
AdrianaItaly
From US$133.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,357 reviews
Everything! The hotel is super clean and spacious, the beach is one of the best in the area, with a marvelous coral reef and marine life! The staff is super friendly and helpful,great offer of food and beverage as well!
Guest review by
Maria GraziaItaly
From US$240.03 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 858 reviews
Food was tasty and changed every day. The beach is wonderful, excellent snorkelling right in the bay and so many fish! Great events put on by the animation team as well. Rooms were comfortable and spacious.
Guest review by
Rosanna LouiseUnited Kingdom
From US$122.88 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 163 reviews
Kind, helpful and super supportive stuff.
Great location for diving and snorkeling.
Very relaxing and natural friendly place.
Food is just amazing!
Guest review by
a.e nasrEgypt
From US$135.42 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 86 reviews
Stunningly beautiful 🤩 The staff, wonderful food and listening/ watching the waves drinking tea in the Bedouin Tent, at night!!!
Guest review by
judithUnited Kingdom
From US$186.78 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 82 reviews
The location is awesome - you can walk to everything at Abu Dabbab bay, staff were very nice, food was tasty, room was great!
Guest review by
TaniaUnited States
From US$303.04 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 577 reviews
Margarita bar!! Overall the food in every place was amazing, and the staff was just the best you could ever wish for!!
Guest review by
RaulPortugal
From US$119.33 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 207 reviews
The staff, always nice and suportive
The garden and lovely rooms
Amazing beach
Guest review by
KatarzynaPoland
From US$227.93 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews
View is Amazing
Aqua is Amazing
special thanks to Hamed reception manager
Guest review by
salahCrimea
From US$180.55 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 725 reviews
luxory appartment, nice reef plenty different fishes pool etc .i love it
Guest review by
imreHungary
From US$165.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 525 reviews
Location
Foods
Beach
Amazing coral reef
Friendly staff
Guest review by
OlgaPoland
From US$208.68 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 512 reviews
Excellent for families, acquapark top
Guest review by
Matteo Dall'AmicoItaly
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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
