Best All Inclusive Hotels in Hurghada: Red Sea Resorts Worth Knowing
An honest GoToBeach guide to Hurghada’s strongest all-inclusive hotels — from luxury suites and beach resorts to family aqua park favourites.
Published by GoToBeach on 6 June 2026 · Last updated 6 June 2026
How we put this guide together
This guide was written for UK holidaymakers comparing Hurghada all-inclusive hotels. We used official hotel information, supplier product notes, Red Sea destination knowledge and GoToBeach’s own package-holiday view of the market.
Facilities, board basis, aqua park access, à la carte rules and beach services can change by season, so please confirm the latest details with us before booking.
Hurghada is one of Egypt’s easiest all-inclusive holiday choices because the resort has a huge range of Red Sea hotels: family resorts with aqua parks, luxury suite-and-villa properties, beach hotels close to the promenade, and quieter options around Sahl Hasheesh or Makadi Bay.
The difficult part is not finding an all-inclusive hotel. The difficult part is choosing the right one. Some hotels are better for children, some for couples, some for beach quality, some for snorkelling, and some for guests who simply want a polished resort where most of the holiday is already taken care of.
The short answer
For luxury, start with Rixos Premium Magawish Suites & Villas or Steigenberger Pure Lifestyle. For a dramatic Red Sea setting, look at Pickalbatros Citadel Resort Sahl Hasheesh. For classic family all-inclusive value, compare Pickalbatros Dana Beach, Pickalbatros White Beach and SUNRISE Aqua Joy Resort. For big aqua-park energy, the large dedicated slide-and-splash resorts are worth a look too.
| Best for | Hotel to consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Luxury suites and villas | Rixos Premium Magawish | Premium all-inclusive, suites/villas and a polished resort feel. |
| Adults-only style | Steigenberger Pure Lifestyle | Adults-only, boutique, beach-club energy and a grown-up atmosphere. |
| Dramatic Red Sea setting | Pickalbatros Citadel Resort | Long beach, lagoons and one of the most distinctive resort designs in the area. |
| Family all-rounder | Pickalbatros Dana Beach | Large resort grounds, lagoons, pools and broad appeal for families. |
| Children and water fun | SUNRISE Aqua Joy / White Beach | Good choices where pools, beach access and children’s facilities matter. |
1. Rixos Premium Magawish Suites & Villas
Rixos Premium Magawish is the hotel I would look at first for clients who want a more premium Hurghada holiday. It is positioned around suites, villas, generous space and a more polished resort feel.
On board basis it sits at the ultra all-inclusive end — multiple à la carte restaurants (usually bookable rather than walk-in), a long private beach and an easy house reef for snorkelling straight off the sand. Transfers from Hurghada International are short, usually around 15–20 minutes, which keeps the travel day simple for families with younger children.
This is a strong choice for couples, families who want a higher-end experience, and guests who do not want to compromise too much on comfort. It is also useful when clients say they want Egypt, but still expect the level of facilities they might associate with Turkey’s luxury resort scene.
2. Pickalbatros Citadel Resort Sahl Hasheesh
Pickalbatros Citadel Resort is one of the most visually memorable hotels around Hurghada. Its stone-built, fortress-like style and Red Sea position give it a very different feel from a standard resort block.
The official hotel information highlights its Sahl Hasheesh location, long private beach and artificial sea lagoons. Because it sits down in Sahl Hasheesh — about 11 miles south of Hurghada town — it feels calmer and more planned than the in-town resorts; the trade-off is a slightly longer transfer of roughly 30–40 minutes. The lagoons and long beach make it a comfortable swimming and snorkelling base, so it is particularly interesting for guests who care about setting and sea views rather than only slides and entertainment.
3. Pickalbatros Dana Beach Resort
Dana Beach is a classic Hurghada all-rounder. It works well for families who want space, gardens, lagoons, pools and a full resort environment where most of the holiday is contained inside the hotel.
Official Pickalbatros information describes it as a large 5-star resort around 15 minutes from Hurghada International Airport. All-inclusive here is the full resort version — several restaurants, bars spread across the grounds, pools and water areas for children, and enough on-site choice that many guests barely leave. That combination of resort scale plus one of the shortest transfers on this list is exactly why it stays relevant for UK package holidays.
4. Pickalbatros White Beach Resort
Pickalbatros White Beach Resort — the Hurghada property, not to be confused with the Pickalbatros White Beach in Morocco — is especially useful for families with younger children. It is widely associated with sandy beach access, gentle children’s water areas and a softer resort rhythm than the very large, busier aqua-park complexes.
On an all-inclusive board basis it covers the day comfortably without the scale, and the queues, of the biggest splash-zone hotels. If you want beach time and easy days over non-stop slides, this is the kind of hotel to shortlist.
5. SUNRISE Aqua Joy Resort
SUNRISE Aqua Joy does exactly what the name suggests — pools, slides and water fun built into the all-inclusive offer. This is one to consider when children need entertainment and easy holiday energy rather than calm.
Expect a lively atmosphere, animation teams and a busy pool scene in peak weeks. It is not the quietest Hurghada option and it is not the place for couples chasing calm, but for families who want the holiday to keep the kids occupied, it earns its spot.
6. Steigenberger Pure Lifestyle
Steigenberger Pure Lifestyle is for a different customer. This is the adults-only (16-plus), more stylish Hurghada option — better for couples, friends and grown-up travellers who do not want a children’s resort.
Think beach-club energy, a more polished food-and-drink offer with à la carte dining, and a grown-up atmosphere across the pool and beach. For a couple’s week of winter sun without the family-resort soundtrack, it is a comfortable, easy pick.
What “all-inclusive” actually includes in Hurghada
All-inclusive in Hurghada is not one single standard, and the gap between hotels is wide. At the value end you get soft all-inclusive — buffet meals, local-brand drinks and limited service hours. At the premium end, properties like Rixos and Steigenberger move towards ultra all-inclusive, with à la carte restaurants, wider drink selections and longer hours.
À la carte venues are usually included but bookable, so reserve early in busy weeks. Snorkelling off the house reef, kids’ clubs and most daytime activities are typically covered; spa treatments, motorised water sports, premium spirits and some excursions usually are not. When you enquire, tell us the board level you expect and we’ll match the hotel to it, rather than letting the word “all-inclusive” do the talking.
Hurghada, Makadi Bay or Sahl Hasheesh?
Hurghada itself is usually the easiest option for resort choice, airport access and value. Sahl Hasheesh feels more planned and resort-focused, often better for scenery and a calmer high-end setting. Makadi Bay is another good all-inclusive zone, especially for families who want a self-contained Red Sea holiday.
As a rough guide, Sahl Hasheesh sits about 11 miles south of Hurghada and Makadi Bay around 20 miles south, so both add a little transfer time in exchange for a calmer, more contained setting. For winter sun the Red Sea is at its best from autumn through spring; high summer is hot but still busy with families.
If you are comparing wider Egypt options, our Hurghada vs Sharm El Sheikh guide is a useful next step. You can also browse our Egypt holidays and Hurghada area holidays.
Hurghada works well for
- Good-value Red Sea all-inclusive hotels
- Winter sun and a longer beach season
- Family resorts with pools and aqua parks
- Snorkelling, diving and boat trips
- A broad choice from value to luxury
Be careful if you want
- A small traditional town holiday
- Pure boutique hotels only
- Guaranteed calm in a family resort
- Walkable nightlife from every hotel
- Medina-style culture like Marrakech
Booking & protection
Booking your Hurghada all-inclusive holiday
Low deposit: a deposit of just £30 per person, plus the cost of your flights, secures the holiday at the time of booking. Flights are dynamically priced, so seats are confirmed straight away. The remaining balance is then spread across instalments up to departure.
Financial protection: flight-inclusive package holidays booked with GoToBeach are ATOL protected under licence 11211. Hotel-only arrangements or non-flight services may have different financial protection rules, which we will confirm before booking.
Our advice: tell us your children’s ages, preferred airport, budget, board basis and whether beach, aqua park, luxury or adults-only atmosphere matters most.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best all-inclusive hotel in Hurghada?
There is no single best hotel for every traveller. Rixos Premium Magawish is a strong luxury choice, Pickalbatros Citadel Resort is excellent for a dramatic Red Sea setting, Dana Beach works well as a family all-rounder, SUNRISE Aqua Joy suits guests who want aqua-park energy, and Steigenberger Pure Lifestyle is better for adults-only stays.
Is Hurghada good for all-inclusive holidays?
Yes. Hurghada is one of Egypt’s strongest all-inclusive destinations because it has a wide range of beach resorts, family hotels, aqua-park properties and luxury options across a broad price range.
Which Hurghada hotel is best for families?
Families should usually compare Pickalbatros Dana Beach, Pickalbatros White Beach, SUNRISE Aqua Joy and the larger aqua-park resorts first. The right choice depends on children’s ages, pool needs, beach expectations and whether you want a lively entertainment atmosphere or something calmer.
Which Hurghada hotel is best for couples?
Couples who want luxury should look at Rixos Premium Magawish or Pickalbatros Citadel Resort. Couples wanting adults-only style should consider Steigenberger Pure Lifestyle. If you want quiet, check the hotel atmosphere carefully, as some Hurghada resorts are very family-focused.
How far is Hurghada airport from the resorts?
Most Hurghada hotels are a short transfer from Hurghada International Airport — often around 15 to 25 minutes for in-town and Magawish-area resorts. Sahl Hasheesh and Makadi Bay sit further south, so allow roughly 30 to 45 minutes. We confirm transfer details with your package before you book.
What does all-inclusive include in Hurghada?
It varies by hotel. Soft all-inclusive covers buffet meals and local-brand drinks within set hours; ultra all-inclusive adds à la carte restaurants, wider drink choices and longer service. Most daytime activities and children’s facilities are included, while spa, premium spirits and some excursions usually cost extra. Tell us the level you expect and we’ll match the hotel.
Are GoToBeach Hurghada holidays ATOL protected?
Flight-inclusive package holidays booked with GoToBeach are ATOL protected under licence 11211. ATOL protects against the financial failure of the package provider; it is not travel insurance, so we still recommend arranging suitable cover when you book.
Need help choosing a Hurghada hotel?
Tell us your travel dates, airport, party size and whether you want luxury, aqua park fun, beach quality or adults-only atmosphere. We will match the hotel to the holiday.