Planning a business trip to Hurghada over the Christmas and New Year period and need a resort that keeps pace with your professional schedule without sacrificing comfort? The Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort on Safaga Road delivers exactly that balance. Rated 4.7 out of 5 across 7,591 verified guest reviews, this well-equipped Red Sea property sits within easy reach of the iconic Giftun Islands, offering corporate travellers a rare combination of high-speed connectivity, a fully equipped fitness centre and gym, and the kind of festive atmosphere that makes the Christmas-to-New-Year window genuinely memorable.
Whether you are attending regional conferences, managing client meetings, or simply need a productive base between dives and desert excursions, the Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort provides the infrastructure and the setting to make your stay work on every level. Book now on Madyen.com with just a £20 deposit, enjoy instant confirmation, and take advantage of flexible payment options so your travel budget stays firmly under control during the busiest booking season of the year.
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Room rates at the Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort vary depending on room category, board basis, and how far in advance you book. The Christmas and New Year period is among the most in-demand windows for Hurghada resorts, and availability at this highly rated property fills quickly. By booking through Madyen.com, you access exclusive rates with savings of up to 15% versus standard channels, while securing your room with a £20 deposit and the reassurance of instant confirmation. Whether you are booking a standard room for a solo business trip or a superior room to balance work commitments with a festive break, flexible payment options mean you can plan financially without pressure. Check live availability and current pricing directly on Madyen.com to see the best rates for your specific travel dates.
Deluxe Double Room
258 sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 2 1 Double Bed, 1 King BedMore detailsDeluxe Triple Room
258 sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 3 3 Twin Beds, 1 King Bed and 1 Twin BedMore detailsDeluxe Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)
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)
258 sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 2 1 Double Bed, 1 King BedMore detailsStandard Triple Room (Egyptians and Egyptian Residents ONLY)
258 sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 4 3 Twin Beds, 1 King Bed and 1 Twin BedMore detailsFamily Room (Egyptians and Egyptian Residents ONLY)
462 sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 4 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin BedsMore detailsNear Desert Rose Aqua Park
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 across 7,591 verified reviews, the Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort consistently earns high marks from a broad cross-section of guests including business travellers, couples, and families visiting during peak festive periods. Reviewers frequently highlight the attentive and professional staff, the well-maintained fitness facilities, and the quality of the beachfront setting as standout positives. Business guests in particular note the reliable Wi-Fi, the comfortable workspaces within rooms, and the ease of accessing Hurghada's key business districts from the Safaga Road location. Festive-season guests praise the resort's ability to deliver a celebratory atmosphere without overwhelming the property's day-to-day functionality. The cleanliness of rooms and public areas receives consistent mention, an important consideration for corporate travellers with high standards. The volume of reviews across multiple years of trading gives confidence that the high rating reflects sustained performance rather than a single exceptional period.
The Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort sits on Safaga Road, one of Hurghada's main arterial routes, placing it in a strategically useful position for business travellers. The road provides direct links northward into central Hurghada, where the majority of commercial offices, conference facilities, and business districts are concentrated, and southward toward Safaga Port, a hub for maritime and industrial activity relevant to certain corporate sectors. The resort's coastal position on the Red Sea means it is within practical reach of the Giftun Islands, a protected marine area that serves as both a leisure destination for downtime and a renowned diving site. For business travellers who want to combine productive working days with memorable Red Sea experiences during the Christmas and New Year window, this location delivers genuine dual-purpose value. The surrounding area also benefits from a growing selection of restaurants, pharmacies, and convenience stores, reducing the logistical burden of an extended stay.
Hurghada International Airport (HRG) is the primary arrival point for most international business travellers and is located approximately 25 to 35 minutes by road from the resort, depending on traffic conditions. Private airport transfers can be arranged in advance and are strongly recommended during the Christmas and New Year period when demand for taxis and shared shuttles peaks significantly. Pre-booked transfers eliminate waiting time and ensure you arrive at the resort ready to work or rest without delay. Once at the resort, the Safaga Road location makes it straightforward to hire a private driver or use local taxi services for meetings in central Hurghada. Boat transfers to Giftun Islands depart from nearby marina points, with organised excursions typically running in the morning and early afternoon. For business travellers with regional commitments, Hurghada Bus Station connects to Cairo and other Egyptian cities, and domestic flight connections are available through the airport for inter-city travel.
The Giftun Islands, a protected national park within the Red Sea, are the headline attraction for guests of the Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort and represent one of Egypt's finest snorkelling and diving destinations. Accessible by boat from nearby departure points, the islands offer pristine coral reefs, abundant marine life, and clear turquoise water that provides a compelling contrast to a demanding business schedule. During the Christmas and New Year period, the islands remain accessible weather permitting, offering business travellers a genuinely world-class leisure experience within reach of their accommodation. Closer to the resort, Hurghada Marina is a popular evening destination with waterfront restaurants, boutique shopping, and a lively atmosphere particularly animated during the festive season. Senzo Mall offers retail and dining options for guests needing to pick up essentials or entertain clients in a relaxed setting. The Hurghada Grand Aquarium and various quad biking and desert safari operators provide additional activity options for colleagues or clients accompanying business travellers over the extended Christmas and New Year holiday window.
The Christmas and New Year period, broadly spanning late December through the first days of January, is one of the most sought-after times to visit Hurghada. Daytime temperatures typically sit between 20°C and 25°C, making it ideal for outdoor activity without the intense summer heat, and the Red Sea remains calm enough for boat excursions to the Giftun Islands on most days. For business travellers, this period often combines end-of-year client hospitality, team incentive trips, or conference attendance with a genuine desire to decompress in a warm-weather destination. The Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort typically runs a structured festive programme including Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve dinners, live entertainment, and themed events that create a celebratory environment without disrupting the core resort experience. Demand for rooms during this window is exceptionally high, and rates reflect the premium nature of the season. Booking early through Madyen.com with a £20 deposit is strongly advised to secure preferred room types and board basis options before availability closes.
For the business traveller who refuses to choose between professional productivity and a genuinely memorable festive experience, the Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort on Safaga Road makes a compelling case. Its 4.7 rating from 7,591 reviews is not an accident — it reflects a property that consistently delivers on the fundamentals of cleanliness, service, and facilities while offering the kind of Red Sea setting that transforms a working trip into something worth remembering. The on-site fitness centre and gym ensures your physical routine survives the Christmas calendar, the Safaga Road location keeps Hurghada's business districts and Giftun Islands departure points within practical reach, and the resort's festive programming adds genuine seasonal value without compromising the working environment. Booked through Madyen.com with a £20 deposit, instant confirmation, flexible payment, and savings of up to 15%, this is a smart, well-supported choice for corporate travellers targeting the Christmas and New Year window in Hurghada.
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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