Where to buy groceries, fruit, souvenirs, and travel essentials near hotels in Hurghada, and is Senzo Mall worth going to?
Based on 2 discussions with 3 participants · Last activity: 12 days ago
Based on 2 discussions with 3 participants · Last activity: 12 days ago
TL;DR
Near Hurghada hotels you’ll usually find plenty of small shops plus a fixed-price pharmacy across the road, while bigger shopping is commonly done at Senzo Mall with its Spinneys supermarket and other stores. In Sahl Hasheesh, travelers also recommend Piazza Square for Bestway, a fruit shop, and a fixed-price Spinneys that takes payment in Egyptian pounds.
In Sahl Hasheesh, travelers recommend shopping around Piazza Square by the fountains. On one side there’s Bestway supermarket, plus a fruit stall in the courtyard with good prices, and on the other side a fixed-price Spinneys for sweets, fruit, halva, dates, toothpaste, and everyday items. If you want a full mall, Senzo Mall in Hurghada is the usual taxi option.
For souvenirs, fruit, oils, clothes, or even a suitcase, travelers say you can often just cross the road from the hotel and find plenty of shops on both sides. A Russian fixed-price pharmacy is also often mentioned nearby. For a wider selection, Senzo Mall is about a 15–20 minute walk away and has Spinneys, McDonald’s, a small Ikea-style section, bank counters, and a kids’ play area. At Spinneys, it’s best to pay in Egyptian pounds.
Near many hotels there’s a whole strip of shops selling souvenirs, beach gear, and small essentials. One landmark mentioned is Solana Mall across the road, with a Russian fixed-price pharmacy nearby. If you want a supermarket with clear price tags and a more standard shopping setup, Senzo Mall is about 10 minutes away by taxi and has Spinneys plus many other stores.