The best hotels in El Gouna

The Best Places to Stay in El Gouna

For a spa break

• Set on Abu Tig Marina, Ali Pasha Hotel puts El Gouna’s restaurants, bars and nightlife within easy reach. Rooms have Arabic-inspired arches and wood detailing, giving them an oriental-chic but modern feel. The wellness area features a sauna, massage room and body treatments. Add an outdoor pool and North Indian restaurant for an easy-going spa break with plenty to do and see nearby.
• The Chedi El Gouna is a peaceful beachfront retreat with a private stretch of sand and two tropical pools. The standout spa offers Asian-inspired treatments, hammams and massages with eco-oils. Interiors use creamy desert shades, bamboo, ebony and mother-of-pearl, while rooftop Japanese dining adds another reason to stay put and completely switch off.

For an adults-only hideaway

• The adults-only, Cooks Club is made for sociable getaways, with a central pool hosting DJ sets, a private beach and a lively bar. Interiors combine clean-lined design with Bedouin-inspired details, while the restaurant serves Mediterranean and international dishes. There’s a gym and massage treatments for quieter moments, while more active guests can head into the desert for quad biking dunes or horse riding trails.
• La Maison Bleue is a 13 room adults-only hideaway with serious character. Expect Minoan murals, frescoes, vintage silks and domed ceilings. Facilities include a marble pool, private beach and Roman-style spa with Turkish baths, plunge pools and massages. Le Restaurant serves European and Egyptian dishes, while the lagoon is perfect for kitesurfing.

For five star luxury

• Reached by boat, Tawila Island Resort feels properly removed from El Gouna. Sea blue and coral-toned interiors keep things calm, while bungalows open out to private terraces. Dine on fresh seafood and international dishes in a relaxed seaside setting. A white sand beach, infinity pool, yoga classes and spa with hammam make switching off particularly easy. Slow island living by the water.
• Close to downtown and Abu Tig Marina, Creek Hotel and Residences is a five star stay that gives you plenty to do without leaving El Gouna. Expect warm contemporary interiors, an infinity pool, sandy lagoon and well-equipped spa. Guests can enjoy Egyptian-inspired and international dishes, with themed evenings and live cooking stations. Hop on a boat to Giftun Island for a day of turquoise seas and excellent snorkelling.
• Right beside Mangroovy Beach, Doubletree by Hilton Mangroovy El Gouna Resort is a strong choice for a full-service five star escape. Rooms feature warm wood, rounded seating and generous balconies. Two pools, a private beach, Planet Spa and kids’ club keep everyone entertained. There’s also easy access to El Gouna’s kitesurfing scene.

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Travel Information

• El Gouna is hot and dry in summer, with temperatures often climbing into the low 30s°C, so spring and autumn are good choices for warm weather without the peak summer heat.
• Winter, from December to March, is cooler and more comfortable, though it’s also the busiest time to visit.
• Visitors can fly into Hurghada International Airport, around 30 minutes from El Gouna by car or taxi.
• Direct flights operate from several UK airports, with the journey from London taking around five hours.
• For car hire prices, we recommend you visit our online partner Rentalcars.

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