Is it worth buying an apartment in Hurghada for a long winter stay, or is a hotel better?
Based on 1 discussion with 3 participants · Last activity: 27 days ago
Based on 1 discussion with 3 participants · Last activity: 27 days ago
TL;DR
An apartment makes more financial sense for long stays (5–6 months), especially for retirees and families. Hotels are better for short trips where beach access, entertainment, and services are bundled.
Apartments in Hurghada are available right near the beach at various price points. After the beach, residents return home to cook, walk around, and relax — a normal daily routine.
Retirees and families with children often spend 5–6 months wintering in Hurghada. Staying in a hotel for half a year is too expensive, so renting or buying an apartment is the practical choice. Beach access is available via membership passes at various price levels.
Those against buying an apartment point to downsides: litter around residential buildings, no private beach, no entertainment or animation programs. For the same money, you could travel to different hotels for years and enjoy full service.