Common bathroom and plumbing issues in Egypt hotels and apartments

Some rooms now have new shower curtains installed, but they are too long — they hang down and cover the bottom of the tub, which is inconvenient to use.

Shower and bath drainage can be poor: water may pool on the floor, making the area extra slippery and uncomfortable to use.

Bathrooms may have a noticeable sewage/drain smell even when both hot and cold water are working normally.

Bathroom condition is often very poor: leaks, black mold, and generally bad-quality repairs were reported.

Drying lines for swimwear are almost nonexistent — there may be one in the bathroom, but a swimsuit won't dry in a day. Bring a portable travel clothesline.

Hot water is available but may require fiddling with the tap. Floors are not properly cleaned — always wear flip-flops. Soap and toiletries are replaced daily.

Some rooms have a bathtub instead of a shower — often slippery, worn, and stained. The shower diverter may be unreliable and hot water can be inconsistent.