Planning a school holiday summer escape to Hurghada with the kids? Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort on Safaga Road is one of the Red Sea coast's most sports-active family resorts, sitting just minutes from the iconic Sand City Hurghada and offering on-site tennis and padel courts that keep active families entertained from morning to evening. Rated an impressive 4.7 out of 5 across 7,591 guest reviews, this resort consistently earns top marks from families who return summer after summer.
Whether your children are keen to rally on the tennis court, discover padel for the first time, splash in the pools, or explore the sculpted sand art at nearby Sand City, Pickalbatros Aqua Blu delivers a genuinely complete summer holiday package. And with Madyen.com you can secure your family's rooms today with just a £20 deposit, enjoy instant confirmation, and benefit from flexible payment options that make budgeting for the school holidays straightforward.
Madyen.com is built for families who want certainty and flexibility when planning school holiday travel. Here is why booking your Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort stay through Madyen.com simply makes sense:
Summer school holiday pricing at Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort reflects peak demand on the Red Sea, but Madyen.com consistently offers some of the most competitive rates available, with potential savings of up to 15% on your family's stay. All-inclusive packages are the most popular choice for families during July and August, covering accommodation, meals, snacks, selected drinks, and access to the resort's sports facilities including the tennis and padel courts. Rooms range from standard double rooms to larger family configurations suited to parents with multiple children. Regardless of room type, every booking through Madyen.com can be secured with a £20 deposit, with the balance paid flexibly before your departure date. Free cancellation is available on most room types, so if school holiday dates shift or plans change, your family is protected. Check live availability and today's best rates directly on Madyen.com for exact pricing across your preferred 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-star rating drawn from 7,591 verified guest reviews, Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort has built an exceptional reputation among families visiting Hurghada for summer school holidays. Guests repeatedly highlight the quality and accessibility of the sports facilities, with the tennis and padel courts praised for being well-maintained and available throughout the day without long waits. Families with school-age children consistently mention how the structured sports programme kept teenagers and older children actively engaged, while younger kids enjoyed the pools and beach. The resort's proximity to Sand City on Safaga Road is a recurring positive point, with parents appreciating the ease of organising a half-day excursion to the sand sculpture attraction without a lengthy transfer. All-inclusive food and drink quality receives strong marks across the review base, and the evening entertainment is described as genuinely enjoyable for the whole family rather than just young children. The overall consensus across thousands of summer visitors is clear: Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort delivers on its family-friendly promise, particularly for active families who want racket sports alongside beach and pool relaxation.
Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort is positioned on Safaga Road, one of Hurghada's primary coastal strips running south from the city centre toward Safaga. This location places the resort in a quieter, more resort-focused stretch of coastline compared to the busier Sakkala and Dahar districts, while still keeping major family attractions well within reach. Sand City Hurghada, the open-air sand sculpture park that is a must-visit for families during school holidays, is located in close proximity along the same road corridor, making it an effortless excursion from the resort. The surrounding area is characterised by a string of well-established resort hotels, clear Red Sea water ideal for snorkelling and swimming, and easy road access to Hurghada's main shopping, dining, and entertainment zones. The resort's own private beach gives families direct Red Sea access without needing to travel anywhere, while the on-site tennis and padel courts mean sports-focused days can be entirely self-contained within the property.
Hurghada International Airport (HRG) is the primary gateway for families flying in for summer school holidays, and it serves the resort with straightforward transfer options. The airport is located north of the city, and Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort on Safaga Road sits to the south, meaning transfers travel through or around Hurghada's main urban area. Private airport transfers are the most practical choice for families with luggage and young children, typically taking between 30 and 50 minutes depending on traffic conditions and the exact route taken. Many all-inclusive packages include return airport transfers, so check your Madyen.com booking details carefully. Shared shuttle transfers are a more budget-conscious option and are widely available through local operators, though journey times can be longer due to multiple hotel drop-offs. Once at the resort, taxis and local minibuses provide affordable access to Sand City and Hurghada's central areas, and the resort's own excursion desk can arrange organised trips to popular family attractions throughout the Hurghada region.
The Safaga Road location puts Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort within easy reach of some of Hurghada's most compelling family experiences during the summer school holiday season:
Hurghada enjoys one of the most reliably sunny climates in the world, making it a genuinely excellent summer school holiday destination, though timing within the season does matter for families. July and August represent the heart of the UK school summer holidays and coincide with Hurghada's hottest period, with daytime temperatures regularly reaching 38–42°C. The resort's pools, shaded terraces, and air-conditioned dining areas make the heat manageable, and the tennis and padel courts are best enjoyed in the early morning or late afternoon when temperatures are more comfortable for active play. The Red Sea water temperature during summer peaks at a warm and inviting level ideal for children. Late June and early September offer a slightly cooler and less crowded alternative for families with flexible school holiday windows, with excellent value pricing often available at the shoulder of the peak season. Rainfall is virtually non-existent throughout the summer months, so outdoor activities including visits to Sand City and beach days can be planned with complete confidence. Booking early through Madyen.com is strongly recommended for summer dates, as family-friendly resorts on Safaga Road fill quickly once school holiday periods are confirmed.
If your family's ideal Hurghada school holiday combines active racket sports on quality courts, easy access to Sand City's extraordinary sand sculptures, a private Red Sea beach, and the reassurance of a highly rated all-inclusive resort, then Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort on Safaga Road is a genuinely outstanding match. Its 4.7 rating from 7,591 reviews is not a statistical anomaly – it reflects a resort that consistently delivers for families across multiple holiday priorities simultaneously. The tennis and padel courts set it apart from comparable properties in the area, giving sports-minded families and teenagers a compelling reason to stay active throughout the holiday rather than spending every hour at the pool. The Sand City location advantage is real and practical, turning what could be a logistical excursion into a simple short journey. Book through Madyen.com with a £20 deposit, lock in your summer dates with instant confirmation, and save up to 15% on your family's stay. With free cancellation on most bookings and flexible payment options, there is every reason to secure your rooms now before summer availability closes.
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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