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Is it worth paying extra for a sea view room at Sentido hotels in Egypt?

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TL;DR

Upgrading to a sea view room at Sentido costs around $45/night at the front desk. Many guests feel it's better to choose a different hotel altogether than pay the premium.

What the community said

A guest staying in building 7 at Sentido clarifies the beach is actually a 10-minute drive/shuttle ride from the hotel, not a walk — the reception is only 5-7 minutes on foot from the room.

Beach: 10 min by shuttle

Guests who requested a sea view room were offered an upgrade at the front desk for $45 per night. The hotel was very busy at check-in, leaving little room for negotiation.

Sea view upgrade: $45/night

Guests who compared Sentido and Moreno concluded that 13 nights at Moreno felt better than 19 nights at Sentido — the difference in overall experience was significant.

Alternative: Moreno hotel

Sentido is mainly chosen for its larger family rooms and on-site water park — key advantages for families with children. The beach is about a 10-minute walk away, with tuk-tuks available when you don't feel like walking.

Beach distance: ~10 min walk or tuk-tuk

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