Positioned in the heart of Hurghada’s tourist district, this 828-room, four-pearl resort has a distinctly Egyptian look. For starters, the buildings it occupies are designed to resemble a vintage kasbah or caravanserai -- though, given the super-sized scale, it can feel less like the Red Sea Riviera and more like the Epcot World. The grounds, which are dotted with towering palms and dome-adorned gazebos, reinforce the theme; ditto for the spacious, traditionally decorated guest rooms and many of the resort’s drinking/dining venues (most notably El Nigma, a sensuous à la carte restaurant). On the downside, the beach is a five-minute walk away, and, save for a trio of pretty oasis-like swimming pools, there are few recreational facilities on-site. Travelers could comparison shop with the various other luxury resorts in the area, such as the Steigenberger Al Dau Beach Hotel.
Positioned in the heart of Hurghada’s tourist district, this 828-room, four-pearl resort has a distinctly Egyptian look. For starters, the buildings it occupies are designed to resemble a vintage kasbah or caravanserai -- though, given the super-sized scale, it can feel less like the Red Sea Riviera and more like the Epcot World. The grounds, which are dotted with towering palms and dome-adorned gazebos, reinforce the theme; ditto for the spacious, traditionally decorated guest rooms and many of the resort’s drinking/dining venues (most notably El Nigma, a sensuous à la carte restaurant). On the downside, the beach is a five-minute walk away, and, save for a trio of pretty oasis-like swimming pools, there are few recreational facilities on-site. Travelers could comparison shop with the various other luxury resorts in the area, such as the Steigenberger Al Dau Beach Hotel.
This all-inclusive, four-pearl resort occupies beautiful, palm tree-studded grounds and a large stretch of private beach along the Red Sea, about 30 minutes from downtown Hurghada. While its location is isolated, many on-site amenities, from the four restaurants to the six pools, live shows, spa with Turkish bath, and water activities keep guests entertained. Babysitting services, kids’ menus and a play area make it especially child-friendly. Interiors are clean but could use some refurbishing, and pesky fees apply for in-room Wi-Fi, but all 912 rooms have balconies offering lovely garden, pool, or beach views, plus mini-fridges and shower/tub combos. The beachfront Steigenberger Al Dau Beach Hotel has more stylish interiors, but higher rates.
This all-inclusive, four-pearl resort occupies beautiful, palm tree-studded grounds and a large stretch of private beach along the Red Sea, about 30 minutes from downtown Hurghada. While its location is isolated, many on-site amenities, from the four restaurants to the six pools, live shows, spa with Turkish bath, and water activities keep guests entertained. Babysitting services, kids’ menus and a play area make it especially child-friendly. Interiors are clean but could use some refurbishing, and pesky fees apply for in-room Wi-Fi, but all 912 rooms have balconies offering lovely garden, pool, or beach views, plus mini-fridges and shower/tub combos. The beachfront Steigenberger Al Dau Beach Hotel has more stylish interiors, but higher rates.
The 841-room Dana Beach is an three-pearl all-inclusive amid acres of manicured gardens, a 15-minute drive from the airport. There's a private beach complete with bar service, loungers, and umbrellas, and impressive grounds that include three huge pools, 10 bars, and a small water park for kids. Its five restaurants get great reviews, and the spa offers massages, a sauna, whirlpool, and a small fitness center. Rooms, however, are disappointing for a property that markets itself as a luxury resort. All units have flat-screen TVs, but decor is bland and dated, a quality that defines much of the resort. Those looking for something more elegant may want to compare rates at the Baron Palace, which has similar amenities but better rooms and a more upscale finish.
The 841-room Dana Beach is an three-pearl all-inclusive amid acres of manicured gardens, a 15-minute drive from the airport. There's a private beach complete with bar service, loungers, and umbrellas, and impressive grounds that include three huge pools, 10 bars, and a small water park for kids. Its five restaurants get great reviews, and the spa offers massages, a sauna, whirlpool, and a small fitness center. Rooms, however, are disappointing for a property that markets itself as a luxury resort. All units have flat-screen TVs, but decor is bland and dated, a quality that defines much of the resort. Those looking for something more elegant may want to compare rates at the Baron Palace, which has similar amenities but better rooms and a more upscale finish.
