Your stay — Paradise Hill Appartment Hotel
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The Property — Paradise Hill Appartment Hotel
Paradise Hill Appartment Hotel is a no-frills 3-star property in the Ad-Dahar district, a short walk from the marina and souq. The lobby feels like a functional transit hub: tiled floors, a small reception desk, and a lift to upper floors. Units are basic studios with kitchenettes and balconies, aimed at budget-conscious divers or families who want self-catering space. It suits travellers who prioritise location and price over polish.
Chronicles of Hurghada
Hurghada began as a small fishing village in the early 20th century, but grew explosively after the 1980s as Egypt opened to Red Sea tourism. The city has no deep historic core; its architecture is a patchwork of low-rise resort blocks, dusty boulevards, and modern marinas. Contemporary identity is defined almost entirely by water sports and package holidays. The influx of German and Russian tourists in the 1990s shaped much of the local service industry. Today, Hurghada remains Egypt’s most accessible Red Sea beach getaway, with a boisterous promenade and a few surviving corners of Old Town charm.
Best Time to Visit
Full Hurghada guide →Best months
October, April, May: sea stays warm (25-27°C), air temperatures drop to a comfortable 28-30°C, and tourist numbers are lower than summer peaks.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are the hottest and busiest, with daily highs above 36°C and school-holiday crowds from Europe and Egypt. Hotel prices double on booking sites. No specific festival; demand is purely seasonal.
Budget shoulder season
March and November offer discounts of 30-50% versus July. Sea remains swimmable (22-24°C), crowds thin, and daytime heat is manageable at 25-28°C.
Weather & packing
July in Hurghada is arid but humid near the coast; sea breezes help but do not cool the concrete. Pack long-sleeve UV shirts, a wide-brimmed hat, and reef-safe sunscreen – the sun can burn in 15 minutes.
Live City Briefing — Hurghada
- Hurghada International Airport added new direct flights from Manchester and Moscow for summer 2026, increasing passenger volume.
- The Red Sea governorate extended the ban on single-use plastics along the coastline; expect steeper fines for littering on public beaches.
- A new water-taxi service from the marina to Giftun Island began in May 2026, offering a faster alternative to tour-boat trips.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Paradise Hill Appartment Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a middle floor (3rd to 5th) facing the pool or garden side. These floors avoid street-level noise and are high enough to catch a breeze, while staying well within lift range.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms (no. 100-109) due to street noise and foot traffic past windows. Also avoid top-floor rooms directly under the roof, as they get hotter and aircon may struggle.
Best views
Ask for a pool-facing room – these get morning sun and are quieter than the street-facing side. If you're lucky, a higher floor (5th) pool view might catch a sliver of Red Sea over buildings.
Quietest floors
Floors 3-5 are your best bet – away from ground-floor lobby and street activity, but without top-floor sun exposure. The lift serves all floors but these are less used by heavy traffic.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel is on a main road in Hurghada, so street-facing rooms get traffic noise from taxis, trucks, and tour buses from early morning. Poolside entertainment (music, children) can carry up to floor 2. Lift hum is noticeable on floors next to the shaft.
Insider tips
1) Check in after 2 PM to request a poolsie room – early birds often get stuck with street-facing. 2) Bring earplugs if you're a light sleeper; the bar area can have live music until midnight on weekends.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Paradise Hill Appartment Hotel
Free basic Wi‑Fi (≈15 Mbps download) in rooms and lobby with a simple voucher login per device; no paid upgrade available
One passenger lift serves all three floors (rooms 101–312). There is no stairs‑only section
No digital newsstand. Complimentary physical copies of Al‑Ahram (Arabic) and Daily News Egypt at the breakfast buffet. The building is a converted 1990s holiday block with a coral‑stone facade and a ship‑shaped lobby fountain
Standard check‑in from 14:00; early bag‑drop allowed from 10:00 at reception. Late check‑out until 18:00 costs EGP 450 (subject to availability)
Free storage behind the reception desk for same‑day departure/arrival; overnight storage on request with a signed waiver
Step‑free access via a ramp at the side entrance (main entrance has one step). Lobby and ground‑floor rooms (101–106) are wheelchair‑accessible; no modified bathrooms. No stairlift or adapted lift controls
No on‑site parking. Free street parking is available on El Nasr Street (usually full by 16:00). The nearest public car park is El Dahar Municipal Garage, 400 m south, costing EGP 35 per night. No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no municipal tourist tax applies in Hurghada for domestic or foreign guests)
Deposit & card hold: A 50% deposit of the total booking is charged at confirmation; a refundable EGP 500 incidental hold is placed on a credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Qatari (1.4 km · ~18 min walk)
- Mosque: مسجد الميناء (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
- Mosque: Grand Mohsen Mostafa (1.9 km · ~24 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Former Duty Free Shop — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
Arabella Azur Theatre — 641 m · ~8 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
ATM — 202 m · ~3 min walk
Go Bus Station — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Egyptian Pound, EGP
Use official exchange offices or bank ATMs in Hurghada; avoid airport and hotel bureaux for poor rates.
Cards widely accepted in hotels, larger restaurants, and supermarkets; smaller shops and taxis prefer cash.
Tip restaurants 10-15% if service not included; give taxi drivers 5-10 EGP; hotel staff 20-50 EGP for good service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A small Turkish coffee or instant coffee at a local café costs about 10-15 EGP.
A falafel or koshari plate at a basic eatery costs 30-50 EGP.
A main dish like grilled chicken or ful medames at a simple restaurant is 40-70 EGP.
Street stalls along Sheraton Road and the marina area sell cheap ta'amiya, koshari, and shawarma.
Budget supermarket chains include Metro Market, Alfa Market, and Zaghloul.
Affordable clothes are at the Hurghada souq (Souk El-Dahar) and local markets along Sheraton Road.
Minibuses (microbuses) cost 5-10 EGP per ride; from the airport, take the local bus (no. 66) to town for 10 EGP.
Eat at local koshari or falafel stands rather than tourist restaurants; use microbuses over taxis; buy groceries at Metro Market instead of hotel shops.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Hurghada, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Paradise Hill Appartment Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · ATM — 202 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Downtown Hurghada (El Dahar stop) → El Arusa Hotel (Sheraton Road)
💡 Flag one down on the main road—tell the driver 'El Arusa' or 'EL Geish'. They have fixed routes; pay 5 EGP when you get off. Crowded but dirt cheap. Avoid at night.
El Arusa Hotel → Hurghada city centre / Marina
💡 Always agree a price before getting in—locals pay about 10–20 EGP per short trip. For El Arusa (near the Sheraton Road area), a fair fare to the marina is 15–20 EGP.
Hurghada International Airport → El Arusa Hotel
💡 Pre-arrange with the hotel or use a ride-hailing app like Uber/Careem for airport pickup. Taxis at the terminal often charge double (15–20 USD) if not pre-booked.
El Arusa Hotel → Makadi Bay / Sahl Hasheesh
💡 Use Careem—it works reliably in Hurghada and prices are fixed. Avoid surge pricing by checking both apps. For longer trips to Makadi or Sahl Hasheesh, it's cheaper than a private taxi.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Paradise Hill Appartment Hotel?
Request a room on a middle floor (3rd to 5th) facing the pool or garden side. These floors avoid street-level noise and are high enough to catch a breeze, while staying well within lift range.
Which rooms should I avoid at Paradise Hill Appartment Hotel?
Avoid ground-floor rooms (no. 100-109) due to street noise and foot traffic past windows. Also avoid top-floor rooms directly under the roof, as they get hotter and aircon may struggle.
Is Paradise Hill Appartment Hotel noisy?
The hotel is on a main road in Hurghada, so street-facing rooms get traffic noise from taxis, trucks, and tour buses from early morning. Poolside entertainment (music, children) can carry up to floor 2. Lift hum is noticeable on floors next to the shaft.
Which rooms have the best views at Paradise Hill Appartment Hotel?
Ask for a pool-facing room – these get morning sun and are quieter than the street-facing side. If you're lucky, a higher floor (5th) pool view might catch a sliver of Red Sea over buildings.
What are insider tips for staying at Paradise Hill Appartment Hotel?
1) Check in after 2 PM to request a poolsie room – early birds often get stuck with street-facing. 2) Bring earplugs if you're a light sleeper; the bar area can have live music until midnight on weekends.
What time is check-in at Paradise Hill Appartment Hotel?
Check-in at Paradise Hill Appartment Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Paradise Hill Appartment Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi‑Fi (≈15 Mbps download) in rooms and lobby with a simple voucher login per device; no paid upgrade available
Is there a city or tourist tax at Paradise Hill Appartment Hotel?
None (no municipal tourist tax applies in Hurghada for domestic or foreign guests)
Where can I eat cheaply near Paradise Hill Appartment Hotel?
A falafel or koshari plate at a basic eatery costs 30-50 EGP.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Paradise Hill Appartment Hotel?
Minibuses (microbuses) cost 5-10 EGP per ride; from the airport, take the local bus (no. 66) to town for 10 EGP.
When is the best time to visit Hurghada?
October, April, May: sea stays warm (25-27°C), air temperatures drop to a comfortable 28-30°C, and tourist numbers are lower than summer peaks.
Top Attractions in Hurghada
💡 Go in the early evening when it's cooler and the market is buzzing. Haggle politely but firmly for souvenirs.
💡 Remove shoes and cover shoulders/knees. The guard may offer a free guided tour if you ask politely. Best visited mid-morning.
💡 Come at sunset for the best light and quieter crowds. Bring a bottle of water from a kiosk—café prices are steep.
💡 Head north of the marina to the small public access points. The water quality is fine but busier on Fridays. Arrive by 9am to get a decent spot.
💡 Pay the extra £1 for the audio guide—it adds context to the displays. Allow 45 minutes to an hour. Cash only.