Are hotel pools heated and is the sea warm enough in Egypt in winter?
From messages by 5 participants in 2 sources · Last activity: 8 days ago
From messages by 5 participants in 2 sources · Last activity: 8 days ago
TL;DR
The sea can feel comfortable at around 25°C, but hotel pools may be cool and are not always heated. Some hotels use a shuttle to reach the beach, including the Dana area.
One recent report mentioned air temperatures of about 29°C and sea water around 25°C, which the traveler found comfortable. The pools felt cooler, although a child still enjoyed swimming in them.
Early check-in may be possible: one traveler who arrived at 11:30 was in their room by about 12:00.
Towel changes were available from 17:00 to 19:00; guests could arrange this with the staff member responsible for room cleaning, who was usually on site.
For a December–January stay, confirm pool heating before booking: the discussion indicates that pools may not be heated.
At some properties the beach is not directly on site: guests are taken to the Dana area for the sea, although the distance to the beach area is described as short.