How to choose a family-friendly hotel in Egypt with kids?
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From messages by 3 participants in 1 source · Last activity: 60 days ago
TL;DR
Check for a kids club, entertainment/animation, and whether the children's pool is open (sometimes closed for renovation); a good beach and playgrounds help even if the pool is down.
Stroller usefulness really depends on the child — not all kids need one. Note that the hotel has many stairs and not all areas have ramps, but there's an on-site transfer service that can help get around.
The hotel isn't the most convenient for very young kids, but many families with babies still stay there. Guests usually manage to negotiate early check-in. Per the hotel's concept, wristbands on arrival day are only issued after breakfast, though a snack is available in the lobby bar for early arrivals.
For a small child, a kids club and organized entertainment are essential — without them a toddler will get bored. Also compare prices for the same hotel across different tour operators, as rates can vary.
Families with kids generally like the hotel — children are happy, though the family spends limited time on the hotel grounds. Food is decent, but fruit selection is limited.
Vacation with kids is more comfortable when there are fewer noisy children's groups at the dining table. Otherwise kids usually do well: there's a beach for playing and decent playgrounds; if the kids club isn't a hit, parents can entertain them themselves (evening disco, camel ride at the local market). Ask in advance whether the children's pool is closed for renovation.