Picture this: you and your partner clinking glasses on a sun-drenched poolside bar terrace while the laughter and splash of Jungle Aqua Park drifts gently on the warm Hurghada air. At Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort on Safaga Road, that image becomes your Christmas and New Year reality. Rated an outstanding 4.7 out of 5 from 7,591 verified reviews, this resort has earned its reputation as one of the Red Sea coast's most beloved escapes for couples seeking something genuinely special over the festive season.
Whether you are toasting the arrival of 2025 with a cocktail in hand as fireworks illuminate the Egyptian sky, or simply unwinding together in a blissful Red Sea setting far from the winter grey of home, Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort delivers the atmosphere, facilities, and location that a romantic Christmas-to-New-Year break deserves. And with Madyen.com you can secure your stay for just £20 deposit, with flexible payment options and free cancellation on most bookings, so planning your festive couple's escape has never felt this effortless.
Madyen.com is designed for travellers who want genuine flexibility without sacrificing certainty. When you book Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort through Madyen.com, you unlock a suite of advantages that make planning your romantic festive getaway completely stress-free:
Festive season rates at Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort reflect the exceptional demand for quality Hurghada resort stays over Christmas and New Year, but Madyen.com consistently offers some of the most competitive prices available. By booking early through Madyen.com, couples can save up to 15% on their festive stay compared to other platforms, while securing their preferred room type and dates with just a £20 deposit. All-inclusive packages are particularly popular for the Christmas and New Year period, as they allow couples to enjoy unlimited dining, drinks at the poolside bar terrace, and resort amenities without any additional cost surprises. Prices vary depending on room category, board basis, and specific festive dates — use the Madyen.com search tool to check live availability and current rates for your chosen travel window. Given the resort's outstanding 4.7 rating and its proximity to Jungle Aqua Park Hurghada, rooms over the Christmas and New Year period are in high demand, so early booking with your £20 deposit is strongly recommended.
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 7,591 reviews and a 4.7 out of 5 rating, the guest feedback for Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort speaks with remarkable consistency. Couples who have visited during the festive period frequently highlight the warm, celebratory atmosphere that the resort creates over Christmas and New Year, noting that the team goes above and beyond to make the season feel special. The poolside bar terrace receives particular praise from romantic travellers — guests describe it as the ideal spot for evening cocktails, with attentive service and a relaxed ambience that encourages couples to linger long into the warm Egyptian night. Reviewers also consistently commend the quality and variety of the all-inclusive dining, the cleanliness and comfort of the rooms, and the friendliness of the resort staff. The resort's location on Safaga Road, with easy access to Jungle Aqua Park Hurghada, is cited as a genuine highlight for couples who want to balance romantic relaxation with a touch of adventure. Across thousands of independent reviews, the overriding sentiment is clear: Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort delivers a festive Red Sea experience that couples remember long after they return home.
Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort is located on Safaga Road, Hurghada — one of the Red Sea Riviera's most scenic coastal stretches, running south of Hurghada city centre along the Gulf of Suez. This positioning gives the resort a pleasantly removed, resort-enclave feel while keeping it well connected to Hurghada's key attractions and amenities. Jungle Aqua Park Hurghada, one of Egypt's most popular water parks and a landmark attraction for the area, is conveniently located in the same Safaga Road corridor, making it easily accessible for couples who want to inject a fun, exhilarating element into their romantic break. The resort itself sits directly on the Red Sea coast, with private beach access and views across the famously calm, turquoise waters that have made Hurghada a year-round destination for sun-seekers from across Europe. The surrounding area along Safaga Road is characterised by a string of quality resort hotels, giving the neighbourhood a purposefully relaxed, holiday-focused atmosphere that is perfectly suited to a romantic festive escape.
Hurghada International Airport (HRG) is the primary gateway for international travellers visiting Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort, and the journey between the airport and the resort is refreshingly straightforward. The airport is located north of the city, and the resort's Safaga Road address places it to the south — a transfer that typically takes between 25 and 45 minutes depending on traffic conditions, making it one of the more manageable airport-to-resort journeys on the Red Sea coast. Pre-arranged airport transfers are the most popular and recommended option for couples, particularly those arriving during the busy Christmas and New Year period when airport queues and taxi availability can be unpredictable. Many tour operators and the resort itself can arrange private or shared transfers. Licensed taxis are available at the airport and can be negotiated directly, while private transfer services bookable in advance offer a more comfortable, guaranteed option — ideal for couples arriving with luggage after a long festive flight. For those staying longer and wishing to explore independently, car hire is available at Hurghada Airport, and the Safaga Road location makes it easy to reach both the resort and nearby attractions including Jungle Aqua Park.
The area around Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort on Safaga Road offers couples a rich selection of experiences that perfectly complement a romantic festive break:
Hurghada in December and January is a revelation for couples accustomed to cold, grey European winters. Average daytime temperatures hover around 22–25°C over the Christmas and New Year period, with clear blue skies, minimal rainfall, and warm sunshine that makes poolside and beach time genuinely enjoyable — a world apart from the festive season most UK and European travellers are used to. At Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort, the festive period is embraced with genuine enthusiasm. The resort typically decorates communally with seasonal touches, and New Year's Eve in particular is celebrated with special evening events, entertainment, and the kind of atmosphere that makes ringing in the new year feel truly memorable for couples. The poolside bar terrace becomes a focal point for festive socialising, with cocktails, music, and the convivial warmth of fellow travellers all contributing to a celebratory mood. It is worth noting that the Christmas and New Year period is among the most popular times to visit Hurghada, meaning the resort will be lively and buzzing — perfect for couples who want a festive atmosphere rather than total seclusion. Booking early through Madyen.com with your £20 deposit is essential to secure your preferred room and dates for this highly sought-after travel window.
If your vision of a perfect festive getaway involves warm sunshine, a stunning poolside bar terrace, easy access to Jungle Aqua Park Hurghada, and the kind of resort quality that a 4.7 rating from nearly 7,600 guests confirms — then Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort on Safaga Road is a genuinely outstanding choice for your Christmas and New Year escape. This is a resort that understands what couples want: a beautiful setting, attentive service, excellent all-inclusive dining and drinks, and a festive atmosphere that makes the season feel celebratory rather than merely commercial. Its Safaga Road location delivers the best of both worlds — a tranquil, resort-enclave feel with convenient access to Jungle Aqua Park and the wider Hurghada experience. Book through Madyen.com to secure your stay with just a £20 deposit, enjoy instant confirmation, benefit from flexible payment options, and potentially save up to 15% on your festive couple's retreat. With free cancellation available on most bookings, there is every reason to secure your dates now and give yourselves the romantic Red Sea Christmas and New Year you deserve.
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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