Is all-inclusive food at Egypt hotels worth it — quality and variety?

One hotel offered solid daily meals including regular fish and occasional red fish steaks. The restaurant featured a stunning Moroccan-style interior with chandeliers and ornate plasterwork.

Guests at a nearby hotel called Blue reportedly complained of going hungry and being tired of the food — a reminder that quality varies drastically between properties.

Compared to Turkish 5-star resorts, Egyptian hotels offer fewer menu options, but the cooking quality can be surprisingly good — dishes like beef in vinegar sauce are well-prepared and not over-salted.

If hotel food disappoints, a taxi to the old town costs just $2 and offers alternative dining options.