Is tap water in Hurghada hotels safe for brushing teeth, or should travelers use bottled water?
Based on 2 discussions with 3 participants · Last activity: 15 days ago
TL;DR
Some travelers report no stomach issues in Hurghada hotels, but the safer choice—especially for children—is to use bottled water for brushing teeth. Tap water is generally not recommended for drinking.
What the community said
The safest and most common approach among travelers in Hurghada is to brush your teeth with bottled water, especially if you are traveling with a child or have a sensitive stomach.
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There are also reports of no immediate issues: one traveler said that after the first 24 hours in a Hurghada hotel, there were no stomach problems, though that is not enough to draw firm conclusions about the water.
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A practical rule in Hurghada is to avoid drinking tap water and, if you want to minimize the risk of stomach upset, use bottled water for brushing your teeth as well.
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