Is hotel drinking water and ice safe to consume in Egypt?
Based on 1 discussion with 3 participants · Last activity: 25 days ago
TL;DR
Travelers generally report no problems drinking water from hotel dispensers in Egypt, although it may have a chlorine taste at first. Many use bottled water for brushing teeth and are more cautious with ice in drinks.
What the community said
One traveler found hotel dispenser water fine. There was a slight chlorine taste at first, but it disappeared and they continued drinking it without issues.
27 days ago
During a June stay, a traveler used bottled water for brushing teeth but regularly drank from dispensers in hotel bars, restaurants, and on the beach, including in the heat, without stomach problems.
37 days ago Bottled water for brushing teeth
For drinks at the beach or hotel, one practical precaution is using a straw, as glassware may only be quickly rinsed. The traveler had iced soft drinks only occasionally.
37 days ago Drinking straw