Best hotels in Hurghada for snorkeling and beach vacation
Based on 2 discussions with 3 participants · Last activity: 7 days ago
TL;DR
PUR Hotel is considered top-tier in Hurghada for service and food. Park Inn offers good reef snorkeling and clean sea; club room upgrades are worth it for better dining. Barcelo is another solid option.
What the community said
Barcelo Hurghada is a popular choice for summer holidays, often selected after careful comparison with other hotels in the area.
1 day ago Barcelo Hurghada
Park Inn Hurghada (club section) is great for a relaxed beach stay. The grounds are beautiful. Club dining is good quality — not huge variety but tasty. Standard restaurant is simpler but has meat and rice options. Rooms can be worn, and housekeeping is inconsistent even with tips.
2 days ago Park Inn Hurghada — club room
The reef at Park Inn is good for leisurely snorkeling — scenic underwater gardens and caves, no currents. Fish are sparse but more active in the morning. For serious snorkeling, take a day trip to Ras Mohammed: wall diving and abundant fish. Local guides are attentive, but weak swimmers should request the calm bay rather than open water with waves.
2 days ago Ras Mohammed snorkeling day trip
ROBB hotel in Hurghada compares unfavorably to Park Inn in terms of grounds and atmosphere, according to travelers who visited both.
2 days ago ROBB vs Park Inn Hurghada
PUR Hotel is widely regarded as the best hotel in Hurghada for service and food quality — comparable to a good restaurant. The beach is around 600 meters long with plenty of sunbeds even during mid-April.
3 days ago PUR Hotel Hurghada — 600m beach