Is beach entry child-friendly at this Hurghada hotel, or only from the pier?
From messages by 3 participants in 2 sources · Last activity: 13 days ago
One review says the sandy shore remains shallow for a long way, while swimming depth is reached from a ladder near the reef. Another guest considers the sea unsuitable for toddlers.
21 days ago Depth from ladder near the reef
At low tide, reaching swimming depth may require walking about 1 km through shallow water or using the pontoon. These conditions are considered safe for children, but the beach can be inconvenient for adults wanting to swim in deeper water.
About 1 km to deep water / pontoon
One guest noted their child prefers entering via the pier rather than the shore, but this time also tried snorkeling with a mask near the shore — recommends bringing masks along.
Tip: bring snorkel masks
Another guest noted the hotel grounds are large but comfortable to walk. Mornings can bring low tide with strong waves, while afternoons see high tide — kids especially enjoy swimming then.
Morning low tide / afternoon high tide
Another recent guest noted that while the shore entry itself is fine, silt/algae builds up near the beach after midday, making it unpleasant to enter the water later in the day compared to the morning.
Afternoon silt buildup
Recent guests say the sea entry is more child-oriented: it stays shallow for a long stretch, so children and weak swimmers can enter directly from the beach without relying on the pier. However, adults who want proper swimming depth need to walk quite far across the shallow area.
A recent guest said there can be low tide here (noted during an April stay), but it is still possible to swim from the shore if you walk a bit farther across the shallow area.
April, low tide
A traveler asks whether the beach entry is suitable for children or if access is only via the pier.
Query: beach entry for kids
Guests highlight the beach entry as excellent — one of the hotel's key advantages. Compared to Montemaré, which has no shore entry at all, this hotel stands out positively on that point.
Better beach entry than Montemaré
The hotel is excellent for adults without children: varied sea entries, a beautiful reef, stunning views, and friendly staff. Dining is generous — late-night buffet with wide choice, breakfast featuring bruschetta with salmon and shrimp. However, there is virtually nothing for children. One guest rated it above Rixos for an adults-only experience.
Rated above Rixos — adults only