Is Sphinx Aqua Park Beach Resort in Hurghada a good budget hotel for a beach holiday?

The main advantage of Sphinx is the sea. One traveler chose it specifically for a 14-night swimming holiday and noted fish near the shore, making it more suitable for beach-focused guests than for those seeking extensive hotel facilities.

The hotel is in Hurghada's Old Sheraton area. Its own beach is quite small, but there is a small reef by the neighboring Sunrise property that may be useful for snorkeling.

For travelers on a tight budget, Sphinx is viewed as a compromise: the sea and food were considered acceptable, while other aspects of the stay drew significant criticism. Expect potentially inconsistent service before booking.

One report says the hotel appears to have been renovated relatively recently. Even so, a traveler who selected it for the price and sea still encountered frustrating organizational issues.