Planning a summer waterpark holiday in Hurghada with the kids? The Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort on Safaga Road is one of the Red Sea coast's most celebrated family resorts, combining an action-packed aqua park, a buzzing poolside bar terrace, and a location that puts you just a short transfer from Hurghada International Airport. Rated an impressive 4.7 out of 5 across 7,591 guest reviews, this resort has earned its reputation as a go-to destination for families who want splash-filled days, relaxed evenings on the terrace, and the kind of all-inclusive comfort that means parents can actually unwind while the kids are in their element.
At Madyen.com, you can secure your family's summer escape here with a £20 deposit, enjoy instant confirmation, and benefit from flexible payment options so the cost spreads comfortably before you travel. With free cancellation on most bookings and savings of up to 15% compared to other platforms, there has never been a smarter way to lock in your Hurghada waterpark holiday.
Summer rates at the Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort vary depending on your chosen travel dates, room type, and board basis, with all-inclusive packages representing the best value for families who want to control holiday spending from the moment they arrive. By booking through Madyen.com, you can access savings of up to 15% on your stay, and you only need to put down a £20 deposit today to hold your room. Flexible payment plans mean you can spread the remaining balance across the weeks leading up to your holiday, keeping your budget manageable throughout the summer booking season. Given the resort's popularity with families during the peak summer months of June, July, and August, availability at the best rates moves quickly – securing your preferred dates early with a small deposit is the smartest approach. Check live pricing and availability for your exact travel dates directly on Madyen.com for the most accurate and up-to-date rates.
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)
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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 from 7,591 guest reviews, the Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort consistently earns high praise from families who have experienced its summer waterpark offering firsthand. Guests repeatedly highlight the waterpark and aqua slides as a standout feature, noting that children are kept thoroughly entertained throughout the day without parents needing to organise separate excursions. The poolside bar terrace receives particular mentions from adults who appreciate being able to relax with a cold drink while keeping a watchful eye on the kids in the pools. Families travelling from the UK frequently comment on the convenient location relative to Hurghada International Airport, describing arrival transfers as quick and stress-free. The all-inclusive food and beverage offering is praised for its variety and child-friendly options, and the beach access is described as a welcome complement to the pool facilities. The kids' club and animation team are noted as genuinely engaging, with several reviewers stating their children asked to return the following year – arguably the most compelling endorsement a family resort can receive.
The Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort is situated on Safaga Road, one of the main coastal routes running south of Hurghada city centre along the Red Sea riviera. This stretch of coastline is characterised by purpose-built resort complexes that benefit from direct beach access, calm Red Sea waters, and a quieter, more family-oriented atmosphere compared to the busier hotel strip closer to Hurghada's marina and El Dahar district. The Safaga Road location means the resort sits comfortably between the convenience of Hurghada's amenities and the tranquillity of a more secluded coastal setting – ideal for families who want a self-contained waterpark holiday without the noise of a heavily urbanised area. The resort's private beach fronts directly onto the Red Sea, offering the shallow, sheltered waters that make this coastline particularly suitable for children and beginner snorkellers.
Hurghada International Airport (HRG) serves the resort's primary international market and is the main arrival point for UK and European families flying into the Red Sea coast. The airport is located to the north of Hurghada, and the Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort on Safaga Road is accessible via a road transfer that typically takes in the region of 20 to 40 minutes depending on traffic and the specific distance along Safaga Road. Pre-arranged airport transfers are the most practical option for families arriving with luggage and children, and many all-inclusive packages include or offer transfers as an add-on. Licensed taxis and private transfer services are also available from the airport arrivals hall. Families should confirm exact transfer arrangements with their tour operator or hotel at the time of booking to ensure a smooth arrival, particularly during the busy summer season when demand for transfers is at its highest.
While the resort's own aqua park and beach facilities are likely to occupy the majority of your family's time, the wider Hurghada area offers a strong supporting programme of family-friendly excursions and attractions. Makadi Water World and Titanic Aqua Park Resort are among the larger standalone waterparks in the region, worth considering for a day trip if your children want to experience different slides and attractions. Hurghada Grand Aquarium is a popular half-day excursion for families, particularly younger children fascinated by Red Sea marine life including sharks, rays, and tropical fish. Glass-bottom boat trips departing from Hurghada marina offer an accessible introduction to the reef ecosystem without requiring snorkelling ability. For older children and teens, quad biking in the desert and camel riding excursions into the Eastern Desert provide a memorable contrast to the beach and pool routine. The Hurghada Marina Boulevard offers an evening promenade with restaurants, ice cream, and shops that make for a pleasant family outing away from the resort.
Hurghada enjoys one of the most reliable sunshine records of any Red Sea destination, making it a viable family holiday option for much of the year. However, for a dedicated summer waterpark holiday, the months of June, July, and August align perfectly with UK school holidays and deliver the long, hot days that make aqua park sessions, beach afternoons, and poolside evenings so enjoyable. Temperatures during peak summer regularly reach the mid-to-upper 30s Celsius, with minimal cloud cover and virtually no rain. The Red Sea water temperature is warm and calm throughout summer, ideal for children's swimming and snorkelling. July and August represent the absolute peak season, bringing the liveliest resort atmosphere, the fullest animation programme, and the most family-oriented crowd – but also the highest demand, so booking early with a £20 deposit on Madyen.com is essential to secure your preferred room type and dates. June offers a slightly quieter experience with comparable weather and often marginally better availability, making it an excellent choice for families with flexible school holiday windows.
If your search criteria includes a family-friendly resort with a poolside bar terrace, a proper on-site waterpark, kids' facilities, beach access, and a manageable transfer from Hurghada International Airport, the Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort on Safaga Road ticks every box with authority. Its 4.7 rating from nearly 7,600 genuine guest reviews is not a statistical anomaly – it reflects a resort that has genuinely invested in the family holiday experience and consistently delivers on its promises across aqua park quality, dining variety, entertainment, and beachfront setting. This is not a resort where the waterpark is an afterthought or the poolside bar is a token gesture; both are central to the daily rhythm of a stay here, and that combination is precisely what makes it stand out in a competitive Hurghada market. Book through Madyen.com with a £20 deposit, take advantage of free cancellation flexibility, and save up to 15% on your family's summer holiday. Your kids will be talking about the slides for years.
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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