Planning a festive weekend escape with water slides, sunshine and instant confirmation? Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort on Safaga Road, Hurghada delivers exactly that – a rated 4.7-star experience backed by over 7,591 guest reviews, purpose-built around its headline aqua park and a calendar packed with Christmas and New Year celebrations. Whether you are flying in for a long weekend over the 25th or counting down to midnight on New Year's Eve, this resort sits just minutes from Hurghada International Airport, meaning you lose zero holiday time in transit and gain maximum time on the slides. Book today on Madyen.com with just a £20 deposit, receive instant confirmation, and take advantage of flexible payment options so your festive getaway is secured without paying in full upfront. Free cancellation is available on most bookings, giving you complete peace of mind as you plan the perfect Red Sea Christmas.
Madyen.com is the smart way to secure your Christmas and New Year aqua park weekend at Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort. Here is exactly what you get when you book through us:
Christmas and New Year weekend rates at Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort reflect peak festive demand in Hurghada, but booking early through Madyen.com unlocks savings of up to 15% compared to standard rates. Secure your room with just a £20 deposit today and spread the remaining balance with our flexible payment options. Given that the 24–26 December and 30 December–1 January windows are among the most sought-after dates at any Hurghada aqua park resort, early confirmation is strongly advised. All-inclusive upgrades, room category choices and exact nightly rates are displayed live at checkout on Madyen.com, with instant confirmation issued the moment your deposit is processed. Free cancellation is available on most rate types, so there is no financial risk to reserving your spot now while prices remain at their most competitive.
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 verified reviews, Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort consistently ranks among the highest-scoring aqua park resorts in Hurghada. Guests who visit over the festive period frequently highlight the quality and variety of the water slides, praising the aqua park as genuinely impressive for adults and children alike rather than a token feature. The Christmas and New Year entertainment programme receives particular praise, with reviewers noting that the resort creates a genuine festive atmosphere that feels celebratory rather than generic. Food quality under the all-inclusive package earns strong marks, with guests appreciating the variety available across a short weekend stay. The short transfer from Hurghada International Airport is a recurring positive point among weekend visitors who value arriving quickly and maximising their limited time. Staff friendliness and attentiveness during the busy festive season is another theme running through recent reviews, with many guests commenting that service standards hold up well even at full capacity over Christmas and New Year.
Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort is situated on Safaga Road in Hurghada, one of the Egyptian Red Sea coast's most established resort corridors. The Safaga Road strip runs south from central Hurghada, offering a quieter, more resort-focused environment compared to the busier Sahl Hasheesh or Makadi Bay areas while still keeping you within easy reach of Hurghada's amenities. The resort sits directly on the Red Sea coastline, giving guests beachfront access alongside the aqua park facilities. For a Christmas or New Year weekend stay, the location is particularly well chosen – the mild December temperatures on the Red Sea coast typically sit between 20°C and 25°C, making outdoor water park use comfortable throughout the day. The surrounding area offers additional dining and shopping options for guests who want to explore beyond the resort perimeter, though the all-inclusive facilities mean most guests find little reason to leave during a short festive break.
Hurghada International Airport (HRG) serves direct flights from numerous UK and European cities, with significantly increased capacity over the Christmas and New Year period. The airport sits to the north of Hurghada, and Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort on Safaga Road is reachable in approximately 20 to 30 minutes by road depending on traffic conditions – one of the shorter transfer times among Safaga Road properties. Pre-arranged private taxis and shared transfers are available from the airport arrivals hall and can be booked in advance through local operators. Many package holiday providers serving Hurghada include resort transfers as standard. For those booking accommodation only through Madyen.com, arranging a private transfer in advance is recommended, particularly for late-night Christmas Eve or New Year's Eve arrivals when demand for taxis is high. Uber and local ride-hailing apps operate in Hurghada as a flexible alternative. The short transfer distance is a genuine advantage for a weekend stay where every hour counts.
While the on-site aqua park and water slides will occupy the majority of a weekend stay, the Safaga Road location puts several additional Hurghada experiences within easy reach. Red Sea snorkelling and diving is accessible directly from the resort beach or via short boat trips to nearby coral reefs, with December water temperatures remaining warm enough for comfortable snorkelling. Hurghada Marina is a popular evening destination for dining, shopping and atmosphere, particularly atmospheric over the festive period. The Hurghada Grand Aquarium offers an alternative aquatic experience suitable for families. Desert excursions including quad biking, camel rides and Bedouin camp experiences depart regularly from the Hurghada area and can be arranged through the resort concierge. Makadi Water World and other nearby water parks are accessible for guests who want to compare experiences, though the resort's own aqua park is widely regarded as one of the stronger on-site facilities in the region. Hurghada's Senzo Mall provides shopping and cinema options for any downtime during your Christmas or New Year weekend.
December is one of the most popular months to visit Hurghada, and Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort fully embraces the festive calendar. Daytime temperatures typically range between 20°C and 25°C throughout December, making it genuinely warm enough to use the aqua park water slides and outdoor pools comfortably – a significant contrast to the winter weather most UK and European guests are escaping. The Red Sea remains warm enough for swimming and snorkelling throughout the month. The resort decorates extensively for Christmas, with themed dinners typically offered on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day featuring special menus and entertainment. The New Year countdown is a headline event, usually involving live music, themed parties and a midnight celebration that draws the full resort together. Availability over the 23 December to 2 January window fills rapidly, which is why securing your booking with a £20 deposit on Madyen.com as early as possible is strongly recommended. The combination of reliable sunshine, warm water and festive programming makes a Christmas and New Year weekend here one of the most complete short-break options available from any UK airport with Hurghada service.
If your search for the ideal festive weekend near Hurghada International Airport centres on water slides, warm weather and a resort that genuinely delivers on its Christmas and New Year promise, Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort on Safaga Road is one of the most credible answers available. A 4.7 rating from 7,591 reviews is not achieved by accident – it reflects consistent delivery across food, entertainment, facilities and service, including during the demanding festive peak. The aqua park is the defining feature for a water-focused weekend, the location minimises transfer time from the airport, and the December climate removes any uncertainty about whether outdoor water use will be practical. Booking through Madyen.com adds a further layer of confidence: £20 secures your dates instantly, flexible payments manage your budget, free cancellation protects your plans, and savings of up to 15% mean you are getting strong value on what is inherently a premium festive travel window. For a short, sun-filled, slide-heavy Christmas or New Year break, this resort earns a clear 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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