Is ice safe to drink in Egypt hotels — tap water and ice safety tips
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TL;DR
In Egypt, stick to bottled water for drinking and brushing teeth, and avoid ice in hotel bars — it's often made from tap water and can cause stomach issues.
What the community said
Ice in hotel bars is a common concern — many reports suggest it's made from non-potable tap water, which can lead to stomach upsets or food poisoning. It's safer to skip cocktails with ice.
5 days ago Hotel bar ice — potential health risk
Brush your teeth with bottled water only in Egyptian hotels — tap water is not safe for consumption even in small amounts.
6 days ago Bottled water for brushing teeth
Hotels typically provide bottled water — check with reception how many bottles are included per day and where to pick them up for free.
6 days ago Free bottled water at reception
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7 days ago Rotavirus — prevention tips
Hotel pools vary — well-maintained ones are chlorinated regularly, but there's still a risk of intestinal infection if water is swallowed. Children are especially vulnerable.
7 days ago Hotel pool — risk for children