Planning a summer beach short break in Hurghada and want everything in one place? The Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort on Safaga Road delivers exactly that — a 4.7-rated resort with multiple onsite restaurants, direct Red Sea beach access, and a location that puts you just minutes from Hurghada International Airport. With over 7,591 guest reviews backing its reputation, this is one of Hurghada's most consistent performers for short-stay summer holidays.
Whether you are arriving for a long weekend or a compact five-night escape during the peak summer beach season, the resort's self-contained dining scene means you never have to leave the property unless you want to. Book today through Madyen.com with just a £20 deposit, receive instant confirmation, and take advantage of flexible payment options designed for today's traveller.
Short break rates at Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort during Hurghada's summer beach season vary depending on room type, board basis, and travel dates. Booking through Madyen.com gives you access to competitive rates with the option to save up to 15% versus standard pricing on other platforms. Secure your room with a £20 deposit and pay the remainder closer to your arrival date using Madyen.com's flexible payment schedule. Given the resort's popularity during peak summer months — when the Red Sea is at its warmest and Hurghada is at its busiest — early booking is strongly recommended to secure the best available rate and preferred room category. Check live availability and current pricing directly on Madyen.com for the most up-to-date short break deals at this resort.
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 drawn from 7,591 verified guest reviews, Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort consistently ranks among Hurghada's most highly regarded beachfront properties. Short-break guests repeatedly highlight the quality and variety of the onsite restaurants as a standout feature, noting that even during a brief stay they were able to experience multiple different dining settings without repetition. The beach and pool areas receive strong praise during summer visits, with reviewers commenting on the well-maintained facilities and attentive poolside service. The resort's proximity to Hurghada International Airport is frequently mentioned as a practical bonus — particularly for guests arriving on evening flights who appreciate the short transfer before settling in. Staff responsiveness and the overall cleanliness of the property are recurring themes across recent summer season reviews, reinforcing the resort's reputation as a dependable choice for a quality Red Sea short break.
Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort is situated on Safaga Road, Hurghada — one of the Egyptian Red Sea coast's most established hotel corridors. The Safaga Road strip runs south from central Hurghada and is well-connected by road, placing the resort within a short drive of Hurghada International Airport, making it particularly practical for short-break travellers who want to minimise time in transit and maximise time on the beach. The resort sits directly on the Red Sea coastline, providing guests with immediate beach access and unobstructed sea views from many parts of the property. Hurghada's town centre, marina, and local souks are reachable by taxi or organised excursion, giving guests the option to explore beyond the resort during their stay if desired.
Hurghada International Airport (HRG) is the closest airport to Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort, and the transfer journey along Safaga Road is straightforward and relatively brief — typically taking around 15 to 25 minutes depending on traffic and your exact point of arrival at the airport. This short transfer time is one of the resort's most practical advantages for short-break travellers, as it means less time in a taxi and more time enjoying the resort's beach, pools, and restaurants. Pre-booked airport transfers can be arranged through your Madyen.com booking or directly with the resort. Private taxis are also widely available at the airport arrivals area. During summer peak season, it is advisable to arrange transfers in advance to avoid delays, particularly on busy charter flight arrival days. The resort's Safaga Road address is well-known to local drivers, making navigation simple.
While the resort's onsite facilities are comprehensive enough to fill a short break without ever leaving, Hurghada's surrounding area offers a wealth of summer activities for guests who want to explore. The Red Sea itself is the primary attraction — snorkelling and diving excursions to nearby coral reefs, including trips to Giftun Island, depart regularly from Hurghada's marina and can be arranged through the resort or local operators. Hurghada Marina is a pleasant evening destination for waterfront dining and boutique shopping, reachable in a short taxi ride from Safaga Road. The Hurghada Grand Aquarium offers an indoor alternative on particularly hot summer afternoons. Desert safari excursions into the Eastern Desert — including quad biking and camel rides — are popular with short-break guests looking to contrast the beach experience with inland adventure. For those who prefer to stay close to the resort, the calm, shallow Red Sea waters immediately off the resort beach are ideal for paddleboarding and glass-bottom boat trips.
Hurghada's summer beach season runs broadly from June through September, bringing peak sunshine, long days, and Red Sea water temperatures that typically reach 28–30°C — ideal for swimming, snorkelling, and watersports. Air temperatures during this period are high, often exceeding 35°C, which makes the resort's pool areas, shaded terraces, and air-conditioned restaurant spaces genuinely valuable rather than simply convenient. Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort's infrastructure is well-suited to summer conditions, with ample sunbeds, multiple pool zones, and beach facilities that handle the increased guest volumes of peak season efficiently. The resort's multiple onsite restaurants become especially appreciated during summer, as the midday heat encourages guests to linger over lunch rather than travelling off-site. Evenings during summer are warm and pleasant, making the resort's outdoor dining and bar areas a natural gathering point. For short-break travellers, summer offers the advantage of reliable weather — virtually no rain, consistent sunshine, and long evenings to enjoy the beachfront setting.
If your search is specifically for a short break with multiple onsite restaurants, close to Hurghada International Airport, during the summer beach season, then Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort on Safaga Road ticks every box with precision. The combination of a 4.7 rating from over 7,500 guests, a self-contained dining offer that removes the need to leave the resort for meals, a short airport transfer, and direct Red Sea beach access makes this one of the most logistically sensible and experientially rewarding choices on the Hurghada coastline for compact summer stays. Book through Madyen.com with a £20 deposit, benefit from instant confirmation, flexible payment, and free cancellation on most bookings, and potentially save up to 15% on your stay. For a short break that delivers maximum Red Sea enjoyment with minimum fuss, this resort earns a confident recommendation.
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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