Where to find a well-stocked pharmacy in Hurghada, Egypt?
Based on 3 discussions with 3 participants · Last activity: 6 days ago
Based on 3 discussions with 3 participants · Last activity: 6 days ago
TL;DR
Hurghada has both government and large private pharmacies. Travelers near Long Beach Resort or Makadi area are advised to head to larger pharmacies in the city center.
In Soho Square there's an Omar Omar pharmacy, open from 9:00 AM to 1:00 AM. It's usually busy in the evenings. Prices are marked on packaging and receipts are given.
The nearest pharmacy is about 1 km away in the Aladdin shopping mall — turn right from the main exit. Another Russian-speaking pharmacy is about 2 km away, near the Mango market.
You can arrange a transfer with the Russian pharmacy — based on experience, the ride from the hotel takes about 5-7 minutes, and after shopping they drive you back to the hotel. Very convenient.
There's a pharmacy with fixed prices in Senzo Mall. If you need something closer, there's also an option across the road or within the hotel grounds behind the Kalambus hotel.
Detailed directions to the 'Russian pharmacy': exit the hotel, cross the road, turn right, pass a Fix Price store — the next building has a large pharmacy with a green 'Russian pharmacy' sign. Staff speak good Russian and help with choosing medications.
El Ezaby pharmacy is located across the road from the hotel (old building), in the building with a currency exchange, around the corner. Prices are fixed — shown on the package and rung up at checkout; the seller understands some Russian.
Sedrak Pharmacy is on the promenade, in the side street before the Bas Stop restaurant. Prices are displayed directly on the product boxes and are not covered over.
There's a 'Russian pharmacy' where you can order directly on their website and they deliver to your hotel. No prepayment required, but minimum order is $30.
From Long Beach Resort, the easiest option is to take a taxi to a government pharmacy in central Hurghada.
From Makadi Bay area, hotel excursions have previously taken guests to a large pharmacy with a wide selection including joint supplements (chondroprotectors). Ask hotel reception for the exact address.
Larger pharmacies in Hurghada stock joint health supplements. Payment options vary by pharmacy, so it's worth confirming accepted payment methods before visiting.
Hotel staff are usually the best resource for finding the nearest well-stocked pharmacy and can often arrange transport or give directions.