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.

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.

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.

Free bottled water at reception

Rotavirus is a real risk in Egyptian hotels. Beyond water and ice, avoid unwashed fruits and vegetables, and dishes that have been sitting out on the buffet for a long time.

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.

Hotel pool — risk for children