eSIM shows signal but no internet in Hurghada — how to fix it?
Based on 2 discussions with 3 participants · Last activity: 11 days ago
Based on 2 discussions with 3 participants · Last activity: 11 days ago
TL;DR
Signal bars on an eSIM don't mean data is working. The issue is usually APN settings or activation. Hotel Wi-Fi in Hurghada is also notoriously unreliable.
eSIM and mobile internet performance in Hurghada can vary a lot by hotel and local coverage. Recent reports say reception was almost unusable at Concorde, worked reliably enough for remote work at Albatros, and was available but slow at Grand.
Without an eSIM, connectivity in Hurghada is very difficult. Hotel lobby Wi-Fi often shows as connected but doesn't actually work. Even eSIMs can have data issues.
If a physical SIM has no data, visiting the carrier's store is unlikely to help — they typically won't replace the card or resolve the issue on the spot.
An eSIM showing signal bars but no working data usually points to incorrect APN settings or data not being enabled in the eSIM profile. Check APN configuration manually.