Just 25 km from Hurghada, there is a young and modern resort, built especially for the guests of Egypt. Read reviews of your Makadi Bay holiday and check out the best hotels, popular tours and prices.
The appearance of the resort and the impressions of tourists
A secluded, calm bay on the shores of the Red Sea began to be developed in the 1990s, and the new resort was built exclusively for tourists. Since 2005, Makadi Bay has been officially named Madinat Makadi.
The main advantages of Makadi Bay are beautiful sandy beaches, clear sea and picturesque coral reefs, which are easily accessible from the coast. Unlike bustling Hurghada, the atmosphere here is relaxed. Some tourists complain about dust from construction sites.
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tatyanadm: "I liked everything. Spacious rooms, pool, service, from the reception to the beach, cleanliness, a cozy atmosphere full of bliss and relaxation. The food is wonderful, varied. Red Sea, clear water, fish and corals near the coast. The contingent of holidaymakers mostly Germans. "
The best hotels
Now most of the hotels in Makadi Bay are 4-5 *. Luxury hotels have spacious green areas. They offer excellent service and are all inclusive. It is gratifying that the staff of the local hotels understands Russian. Look for hotels in Makadi Bay on Hotelluk and tours on Travelata.
The best hotels in Makadi Bay, according to tourists' reviews:
Steigenberger Makadi 4 * is an excellent boutique hotel on the shores of Madinat Bay. Double room with breakfast costs from $ 98.
Fort Arabesque Resort, Spa & Villas 4 * is an excellent spa hotel for beach holidays and water sports. A double room with breakfast starts from $ 65.
Jaz Makadi Oasis Resort 5 * - a resort hotel in a luxurious Nubian style. All inclusive double room starts from $ 105.
Stella Di Mare Beach Resort & Spa 5 * is a fashionable hotel with swimming pools and a private beach. Tourists are delighted with the spa with a seasonal indoor pool. An all inclusive double room costs from $ 63.
The beaches
According to reviews, Makadi Bay is ideal for a beach holiday. The coast is covered with light fine sand. The resort has two coral reefs, thanks to which there are no strong waves near the coast.
There are no fences or partitions between hotels. The beach strip is divided between hotels, and the embankment is shared. Everywhere you can see stands with safety rules.
Entry into the water is gentle, so Makadi Bay is liked by parents with children. Despite the fact that the beaches are sandy, there are sharp corals on them. It is more convenient to swim in aquashuse!
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Nutka: "I was surprised by the beauty of the beaches, the green and well-groomed promenade, the number of flowers and palm trees. Walking along the Makadi Bay embankment is a real pleasure, this is heaven on earth! Very, very clean, there are garbage cans at every step, and so that they do not spoil the view a well-groomed embankment, they are painted in different colors or in the color of clay jugs. "
Excursions
There are no attractions in the Makadi Bay resort, so tourists willingly go on excursions, go diving and swim in masks near the picturesque reefs. A boat trip with diving on coral reefs costs $ 50-70, sea fishing - $ 60, an excursion to Luxor - $ 70-110, to Utopia Island - $ 55, to Orange Bay - $ 70.
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When is the best time to go
The climate in Makadi Bay is the same as in Hurghada. You can have a rest all year round. According to tourists, it is most comfortable to relax in Makadi Bay in spring and autumn.
Summer in Egypt is hot. From May to September, the air temperature rises to +35 ... + 38 ° С, so only those who are not afraid of the intense heat come to the resort. It is not cold during the winter months. In January, in the afternoon +20 ... + 22 ° С, the water temperature in the Red Sea is + 21 ° С, but it is quite windy.
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Is it worth going
The Egyptian resort is aimed at fans of a quiet holiday by the sea, divers, snorkelers and parents with children. Young people are bored here - there are only bars, discos and restaurants on the territory of hotels, and there are only two nightclubs.
The Red Sea, clean sandy beaches and the large Makadi Water World deserve every praise. The transfer is also convenient - the road from Hurghada airport takes 30-40 minutes.
The main disadvantage of Makadi Bay is the lack of infrastructure. There are still few shops, restaurants and excursion bureaus in the resort, so tourists go to Hurghada for shopping, souvenirs and entertainment. Hotel prices are 10-20% higher than in Hurghada.
kayrersl: "The reef in this place is interesting, though you have to sail far beyond the buoys, so I would also advise fans of the underwater world to use fins, they are much easier with them. Another plus here is the water park with slides and pools for different ages."
dpishta: "I am resting for the second time, this is the best choice for me. I do not swim well, but here is a reef with a bunch of fish species almost near the shore. It's incredibly beautiful, and what sand ... This is the best vacation for children and adults."
