Best hotels in Hurghada for snorkeling and beach vacation

Barcelo Hurghada is a popular choice for summer holidays, often selected after careful comparison with other hotels in the area.

Park Inn Hurghada (club section) is great for a relaxed beach stay. The grounds are beautiful. Club dining is good quality — not huge variety but tasty. Standard restaurant is simpler but has meat and rice options. Rooms can be worn, and housekeeping is inconsistent even with tips.

The reef at Park Inn is good for leisurely snorkeling — scenic underwater gardens and caves, no currents. Fish are sparse but more active in the morning. For serious snorkeling, take a day trip to Ras Mohammed: wall diving and abundant fish. Local guides are attentive, but weak swimmers should request the calm bay rather than open water with waves.

ROBB hotel in Hurghada compares unfavorably to Park Inn in terms of grounds and atmosphere, according to travelers who visited both.

PUR Hotel is widely regarded as the best hotel in Hurghada for service and food quality — comparable to a good restaurant. The beach is around 600 meters long with plenty of sunbeds even during mid-April.