Planning a summer school holiday short break in Hurghada and need a resort that keeps the whole family active? The Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort on Safaga Road delivers exactly that — a highly rated 4.7-star property with on-site tennis and padel courts, a sprawling aqua park, and a location close enough to Hurghada Marina to make day trips effortless. Whether your kids are obsessed with racket sports, you want to squeeze in a few sets yourself, or you simply need a resort that won't run out of things to do during a busy school holiday week, Aqua Blu ticks every box.
With over 7,591 guest reviews backing up its reputation, this resort is a genuine crowd-pleaser for families visiting Hurghada in the summer months. Book today through Madyen.com for instant confirmation, a low £20 deposit to secure your dates, and flexible payment options that make planning a summer short break stress-free. Most bookings also include free cancellation, so you can lock in your holiday now and adjust if plans change.
Summer school holiday pricing at Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort reflects peak demand in Hurghada, but booking through Madyen.com gives your family access to savings of up to 15% on available rates. Short breaks — typically four to seven nights — are well-suited to the resort's all-inclusive structure, where the cost of meals, snacks, and soft drinks is bundled in, removing the guesswork from daily budgeting. Secure your preferred summer dates with a £20 deposit and take advantage of flexible payment options to spread the balance. Prices vary depending on room type, board basis, and specific travel dates during the school holiday window, so checking live availability on Madyen.com is the best way to find the most competitive rate for your family's stay. Most bookings include free cancellation, giving you the flexibility to book early and adjust later if needed.
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 from 7,591 verified guest reviews, Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort consistently earns high praise from families who visit Hurghada during school holidays. Reviewers frequently highlight the quality and variety of sports facilities, noting that the tennis courts are well-maintained and that padel has become a popular activity for families travelling with older children and teenagers. The aqua park receives particular attention from parents with younger kids, with many describing it as one of the best on-site water attractions in the Hurghada area. Guests returning for summer short breaks often mention the attentive service, the clean beach and pool areas, and the convenience of being able to combine resort activities with easy access to Hurghada Marina for evening outings. The all-inclusive food offering is regularly praised for its variety, which is especially important for families spending a full week at the resort during the summer season.
Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort is located on Safaga Road in Hurghada, one of the Red Sea Riviera's most established resort corridors. The Safaga Road strip places the resort within practical reach of Hurghada Marina — a lively hub of waterfront restaurants, boat excursion operators, and evening entertainment that makes an ideal complement to a resort-based family short break. The marina area is particularly appealing during summer school holidays when families want to explore beyond the resort perimeter. The resort's position also provides straightforward access to Hurghada International Airport, minimising transfer time at the start and end of your short break — a genuine advantage when travelling with children. The Red Sea coastline along Safaga Road offers calm, shallow waters ideal for families, and the resort's private beach takes full advantage of this.
Hurghada International Airport (HRG) is the main arrival point for families flying in for a summer short break, and the resort on Safaga Road is typically a 20 to 30-minute transfer depending on traffic. Pre-arranged airport transfers are the most convenient option for families arriving with luggage and sports equipment, and these can often be organised through your booking or directly with the resort. If you want to visit Hurghada Marina during your stay, taxis and ride-hailing services are readily available from the resort entrance, with the marina typically reachable in around 10 to 15 minutes by road. For families keen on exploring further along the Red Sea coast — including day trips to Safaga itself — car hire is available locally and offers the most flexibility. Public minibuses run along the Safaga Road corridor but are less practical for families with young children and holiday luggage.
Beyond the resort's own tennis courts, padel courts, aqua park, and beach, the Hurghada area offers a strong range of family-friendly activities perfect for a school holiday short break. Hurghada Marina is the most popular nearby destination, offering glass-bottom boat trips, dolphin watching excursions, and a vibrant strip of waterfront cafes and restaurants ideal for family evenings out. Snorkelling and diving in the Red Sea is exceptional from Hurghada, with numerous operators running half-day and full-day reef trips suitable for children aged six and above. The Hurghada Grand Aquarium is a reliable wet-weather and midday heat option for families with younger children. For older kids and teenagers, quad biking and desert safari excursions into the Eastern Desert are a popular add-on to a resort-based short break. The Sindbad Aqua Park and other local water parks provide an alternative to the resort's own facilities on days when you want a change of scenery. Families interested in Egyptian history can arrange day trips to Luxor — approximately a two-and-a-half-hour drive — for a cultural contrast to the beach holiday experience.
Summer in Hurghada — running from June through August — coincides with UK, Irish, and European school holidays, making it the peak season for family short breaks at Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort. Temperatures during this period regularly reach 35 to 40 degrees Celsius, which makes the resort's shaded pool areas, aqua park, and air-conditioned facilities especially valuable. The Red Sea remains warm and calm throughout summer, ideal for snorkelling and water sports. Early morning and late afternoon are the best times for tennis and padel sessions — the courts are most comfortable outside the midday heat window. Families who prefer slightly cooler conditions while still catching school holiday availability may find late June or early September offer a good balance of manageable temperatures and peak-season atmosphere. Booking well in advance is strongly recommended for summer school holiday dates, as the resort fills quickly — securing your stay with a £20 deposit through Madyen.com as early as possible is the smartest approach.
If your family is searching for a summer school holiday short break in Hurghada that combines active racket sport facilities — specifically tennis and padel courts — with a full-service beach resort experience close to the marina, Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort on Safaga Road is one of the strongest options available. Its 4.7-star rating across 7,591 reviews is a reliable indicator of consistent quality, and the combination of sports courts, an on-site aqua park, private beach, and proximity to Hurghada Marina creates a genuinely versatile short break package for families with children of all ages. Book through Madyen.com to secure your summer dates with a £20 deposit, benefit from instant confirmation, and take advantage of savings up to 15% with flexible payment options and free cancellation on most bookings. For active families who want more than a sunbed holiday during the school holidays, this resort delivers.
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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