Planning a budget family holiday in Hurghada without compromising on fun, space or sunshine? The Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort on Safaga Road delivers exactly that – a sprawling, family-focused Red Sea retreat rated 4.7 out of 5 by over 7,591 guests, available to book right now on Madyen.com with just a £20 deposit and instant confirmation.
Families return to Aqua Blu year after year because it genuinely delivers on value. Think multiple pools, a private beach, all-inclusive dining options, and dedicated kids facilities – all at a price point that keeps the family budget firmly intact. Whether you are travelling with toddlers, teens or the whole extended crew, this resort is designed to keep everyone happy from sunrise to sunset.
Book through Madyen.com today and you can save up to 15% on your stay, spread your payments flexibly, and benefit from free cancellation on most bookings – so you can plan ahead with total peace of mind.
The Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort is one of Hurghada's strongest arguments for a budget family holiday on the Red Sea. Nightly rates vary by season, room type and board basis, but Madyen.com consistently offers some of the most competitive prices available – with the added bonus of saving up to 15% compared to standard rates. All-inclusive packages are particularly popular with families as they eliminate the anxiety of daily food and drink costs, making it far easier to stick to a holiday budget. Secure your preferred dates today with just a £20 deposit, then spread the remaining cost through Madyen.com's flexible payment options. Prices are typically lowest during spring and autumn shoulder seasons, so travelling outside of peak summer school holidays can stretch your family budget even further.
Deluxe Double Room
258 sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 2 1 Double Bed, 1 King BedMore detailsDeluxe Triple Room
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516 sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 4 2 Double Beds, 1 King Bed and 2 Twin BedsMore detailsStandard Double Room (Egyptians and Egyptian Residents ONLY)
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With a stay at Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort - Hurghada in Hurghada (Village Road), you'll be a 3-minute drive from Red Sea and 5 minutes from Senzo Mall. This all-inclusive hotel is 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from Marina Hurghada and 11.2 mi (18.1 km) from Hurghada City Center.
Make yourself at home in one of the 226 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 3 outdoor swimming pools, a complimentary water park, and outdoor tennis courts. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands. Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the area shuttle (surcharge).
Featured amenities include limo/town car service, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.
German, Arabic, Russian, English, Italian, French
Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (7.2)
Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.
Free Private Parking Available On Site
Free self parking
Free water park access
There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.
Most popular facilities
Gym
Free wifi
Laundry
Breakfast available
Pool
24/7 front desk
Spa
Restaurants
Bar
Parking
With a 4.7 rating backed by 7,591 reviews, the Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort has earned its reputation as one of Hurghada's most loved family resorts. Guests consistently highlight the cleanliness of the pools and beach areas, the attentive and friendly staff, and the sheer amount of space the resort offers – something families with young children particularly appreciate. Parents frequently mention how the all-inclusive setup removes the stress of budgeting day-to-day, while kids rave about the pool activities and evening entertainment. Repeat visitors note that the resort maintains its standards year on year, which is exactly the consistency budget-conscious families need when booking a holiday. The quieter Safaga Road location also draws praise from those who prefer a more relaxed pace away from the busier Hurghada hotel strip.
The Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort sits on Safaga Road, Hurghada – a stretch of coastline south of the main Hurghada tourist centre that is well regarded for its calmer atmosphere and cleaner beach conditions. This location places the resort directly on the Red Sea shoreline, giving guests immediate access to the warm, clear waters for which Hurghada is famous. The Safaga Road corridor is home to several of Hurghada's larger resort complexes, meaning the area is well served by local transport and taxi services. The town centre of Hurghada, with its shops, restaurants and marina, is a short taxi or minibus ride away. The position slightly outside the main strip is a genuine advantage for families – quieter roads, less noise at night, and a more resort-focused environment where children can roam freely.
Hurghada International Airport (HRG) is the closest airport to the Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort, located approximately 20 to 25 kilometres north of the Safaga Road resort area. The journey takes roughly 25 to 40 minutes by road depending on traffic. Pre-booked airport transfers are the most convenient option for families travelling with luggage and young children, and many tour operators and local taxi services offer fixed-price family transfers. Once at the resort, most families find they rarely need to leave the grounds thanks to the all-inclusive facilities, but local taxis and minibuses are readily available on Safaga Road for excursions into Hurghada town, visits to the marina or day trips to nearby attractions. Car hire is also available at the airport for families who prefer the flexibility of independent travel.
Hurghada and the surrounding Red Sea coastline offer a wealth of family-friendly activities within easy reach of the resort. The Red Sea itself is the star attraction – snorkelling trips to nearby coral reefs reveal a dazzling underwater world that children and adults find equally mesmerising, and glass-bottom boat tours are ideal for younger kids who are not yet confident swimmers. Makadi Water World and Titanic Aqua Park are popular full-day destinations for families seeking waterslide thrills. The Hurghada Marina is great for an evening stroll, with restaurants, ice cream shops and boat trip operators all clustered together. Hurghada Grand Aquarium offers an educational and entertaining few hours for curious young minds. For a cultural dimension, day trips to Luxor and the Valley of the Kings can be arranged from Hurghada, giving older children a memorable introduction to ancient Egyptian history.
Hurghada enjoys sunshine and warm temperatures for the majority of the year, making it a genuinely flexible destination for family holidays. October, November, March and April represent the sweet spot for budget-conscious families – temperatures are pleasantly warm rather than intensely hot, the sea is calm and swimmable, and hotel rates are noticeably lower than during the peak summer period. July and August are the busiest and most expensive months, coinciding with UK school summer holidays, though the resort atmosphere is lively and the sea temperature is at its warmest. Winter months from December to February offer very affordable rates and mild daytime temperatures, though evenings can be cool and some families find the sea slightly chilly for prolonged swimming. For the best combination of value, weather and availability, aim for late spring or early autumn and book early through Madyen.com to secure the lowest rates.
If you are searching for a budget family holiday in Hurghada that genuinely delivers on every front – space, facilities, beach access, food and fun – the Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort belongs at the top of your shortlist. A 4.7 rating from nearly 7,600 guests is not achieved by accident; it reflects a resort that understands what families need and consistently provides it. The all-inclusive setup removes the financial stress of daily spending, the multiple pools and beach keep children entertained for hours, and the quieter Safaga Road location gives the whole holiday a relaxed, unhurried feel. Book through Madyen.com and you add even more value to the equation – a £20 deposit to secure your dates, instant confirmation, flexible payment options, free cancellation on most bookings, and savings of up to 15%. For families who want more holiday for their money on the Red Sea, this is a genuinely hard deal to beat.
Wonderful · 37 reviews
Cleanliness
7.2/10
Location
0.0/10
Recommendation
30.8%
Closest airports
The nearest major airport is Hurghada Intl. Airport (HRG)
11.7 km / 7.3 mi
Beaches nearby
Marina Hurghada
15.1 km / 9.4 mi
What's nearby
Red Sea
1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Senzo Mall
4.1 km / 2.5 mi
Hurghada Museum
4.1 km / 2.6 mi
Desert Rose Aqua Park
4.7 km / 2.9 mi
Sindbad Aqua Park
10.2 km / 6.3 mi
Old Town Sahl Hasheesh
12.5 km / 7.8 mi
Sackalla Square
14.6 km / 9.1 mi
Al Mina Mosque
14.9 km / 9.3 mi
Hurghada Maritime Port
15.3 km / 9.5 mi
Saint Shenouda Coptic Orthodox Church
18.1 km / 11.2 mi
Hurghada City Center
18.1 km / 11.2 mi
Abdulmoneim Riadh Mosque
18.5 km / 11.5 mi
Makadi Water World
20.3 km / 12.6 mi
Big Dayz Water Sport Center
22.9 km / 14.2 mi
Most Popular Amenities
Gym
Free wifi
Laundry
Breakfast available
Pool
24/7 front desk
Spa
Restaurants
Bar
Parking
Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Room service
Top family-friendly amenities
Pool
Extra beds/cribs
Parking and transportation
Airport transportation (surcharge)
Free self parking
Food and drink
3 restaurants
Snack bar/deli
5 bars/lounges
A poolside bar
Minibar
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Restaurants on site
Number of bars/lounges - 5
Activities nearby
Free self parking
Free water park access
Things to do
Fitness facilities
Children's pool
Number of outdoor pools - 3
Fitness classes on site
Basketball on site
Volleyball on site
Indoor/outdoor pool
Television
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Children's pool
No cribs (infant beds)
Free cribs/infant beds
Conveniences
Gift shops or newsstand
Safe-deposit box at front desk
24-hour front desk
In-room safe
Guest services
Concierge services
Laundry facilities
Multilingual staff
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Tours/ticket assistance
Daily housekeeping
Families love it for
Children's pool
No cribs (infant beds)
Free cribs/infant beds
Outdoors
Children's pool
Billiards or pool table
Number of outdoor pools - 3
Number of poolside bars - 1
Terrace
Indoor/outdoor pool
Full-service spa
Full-service spa
Spa treatment room(s)
Languages spoken
German
Arabic
Russian
English
Italian
French
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Common areas
Elevator
Internet access in public areas - surcharge
Free water park access
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Check-in
From 2:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type.Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
General Instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests booked in the "Egyptians and Egyptians Residents Only" room type in the All Inclusive rate plan receive all meals, soft drinks, and water (no alcohol). Guests booked in an "Egyptians and Egyptian Residents Only" room type must present identification or resident visa at check-in. The property reserves the right to amend the rate if valid proof is not provided.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Cards accepted at this property
Fees
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