Your stay — Sentido Mamlouk Palace Resort
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The Property — Sentido Mamlouk Palace Resort
The Sentido Mamlouk Palace Resort in Hurghada has a wide, lobby with polished marble floors and a central fountain that makes it feel grander than its 3-star rating. The vibe is relaxed and family-oriented, with a heavy focus on the large swimming pool and private beach area. It suits travellers who want a straightforward, all-inclusive beach holiday with decent facilities but no pretence of luxury. The USP is its location right on the Red Sea, giving immediate access to snorkelling and diving trips without needing a transfer.
Chronicles of Hurghada
Hurghada began as a small fishing village in the early 20th century, but its transformation started after the 1967 war when the Egyptian government developed it as a tourist destination. During the 1980s, it grew rapidly, attracting European package holidaymakers with its combination of cheap flights and reliable sunshine. The architecture is a jumble of low-rise hotels, shopping malls and apartment blocks, most built in a functional, beach-resort style. Culturally, it remains a resort town first and foremost, with a young Egyptian workforce and a transient international crowd. Its identity is tied entirely to the Red Sea reefs, which draw divers and beachgoers year-round.
Best Time to Visit
Full Hurghada guide →Best months
March to May and September to November: pleasant temperatures (25-30°C), low humidity, and fewer tourists than the European summer peak.
Peak / festival surge
July and August: European summer holidays pack the resorts; hotel prices spike 30-50%, and beaches and pools are busy. Events are limited, but the Hurghada International Festival sometimes adds crowds.
Budget shoulder season
May and September: discounts of 20-30% on peak rates, still hot enough for swimming but with emptier streets and a more relaxed pace.
Weather & packing
In July, Hurghada is scorching (35-40°C) but can get strong, cool winds from the desert in the evenings. Pack a light jacket or pashmina for outdoor dinners and a high-SPF, reef-safe sunscreen for snorkelling.
Live City Briefing — Hurghada
- The new Hurghada International Airport terminal, opened in 2021, has reduced arrival delays, but budget flights still face occasional security queue buildup. Check flight status before setting off.
- Several new dive centres have opened along the marina, making it easier to book day trips to Giftun Island and the Dolphin House reef, but prices vary wildly. Bargaining is expected.
- A major road widening project on the main coastal road (Corniche Road) is ongoing in 2026, causing daytime congestion. Allow extra time for transfer to the resort.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Sentido Mamlouk Palace Resort, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor, facing the pool or garden. These are high enough to avoid ground-level bustle but low enough that the building’s lift will be quick and stair access is easy. The pool-side rooms get the Egyptian sun and are quieter than front-facing ones on the main road.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid any room on the ground floor near the reception or the main restaurant — these get foot traffic, kitchen noise at meal times, and front-street dust from Hurghada’s sandy roads. Also skip rooms right next to the lift shaft on any floor: the lift is old and clanks.
Best views
Pool or garden view rooms (facing away from the street) give you a decent scene: palm trees, tiled pool, and distant Red Sea hints if you’re in a north-facing upper room. The front side looks onto Hurghada’s dusty main drag and the neighbouring souk strip — not great.
Quietest floors
2nd and 3rd floors are the quietest here — away from street-level commotion and the roof’s potential daytime maintenance noise. The building’s concrete construction deadens sound between floors, so being mid-block makes a difference.
🔊 Noise notes
Hotel sits on a busy road in Hurghada’s tourist corridor. Expect honking, revving diesel engines from 7am to late evening, plus nearby construction for new resort blocks. Ground-floor disco from the bar outside can bleed into lobby-adjacent rooms until midnight on weekends.
Insider tips
1) Check in after 3pm to request a west-facing room on the 2nd floor — you’ll get evening shade and avoid the afternoon sun scorching your balcony. 2) The lift is slow and small; if you’re on the 2nd or 3rd floor, use the stairs — it’s faster and less chance of a sweltering wait in the hallway.
- 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 — Sentido Mamlouk Palace Resort
Free Wi-Fi throughout the resort; speed averages 15 Mbps. Login via room number and surname; no device limit but slower during peak hours (20:00–23:00).
Lift serves all four floors of the main building. The garden-wing villas are ground-floor only, with steps but ramps available on request.
No physical newspapers delivered. Two complimentary digital newsstands (PressReader and FT.com) accessible via a QR code in the lobby.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed at reception from 08:00. Late check-out until 18:00 costs 50% of the room rate; after 18:00, full night charged.
Free storage at reception for same-day arrivals and departures. Longer-term storage not available.
Step-free entrance to reception and main restaurant. One accessible room on the ground floor with widened doors and roll-in shower. No lift to pool or beach areas; staff can assist with wheelchair transfer.
Free on-site parking for 40 cars on a first-come, first-served basis. No valet. Nearest public car park is 3 km south at Hurghada Marina (50 EGP/day). No EV charging points.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full payment required at booking for non-refundable rates; refundable rates require a credit card guarantee. At check-in, a refundable security deposit of 200 EGP per room is taken by card imprint or cash.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: مسجد الرحمن (1.6 km · ~21 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Sun City — 686 m · ~9 min walk
Sand City Museum — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Jasmine Theater en Bar — 521 m · ~7 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.2 km · ~14 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Egyptian Pound, EGP
Most travellers change money at bank ATMs or exchange offices on Sheraton Road; avoid airport and hotel bureaux as they give poor rates.
Cards work at supermarkets, hotels, and chain restaurants, but many small cafes/shops and taxis prefer cash; contactless is rare.
Tip 10-15% at restaurants if no service charge, 10-20 EGP to hotel staff for help, and round up or give 5-10 EGP to taxi drivers.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A simple Turkish coffee or instant coffee from a local juice stall or street kiosk costs around 10-15 EGP.
A filling koshari (lentils, rice, pasta) from a budget takeaway spot costs about 20-30 EGP.
A main of grilled chicken with rice and salad in a local restaurant runs roughly 60-80 EGP.
The strip along El-Haramain or El-Nasr Street near the marina has cheap ta'amiya (falafel) and ful (bean) sandwiches, often from small carts or bakeries.
Common budget supermarkets include Ragab Sons and Abu Ashara, with branches on Sheraton Road and in the El-Dahar district.
Affordable clothing comes from the local souk (market) around El-Dahar, where you can haggle for cotton t-shirts and linens; no major global discount chains nearby.
The cheapest way around is by microbus (shared minibus) costing 3-7 EGP per ride; from the airport, take a local microbus to El-Dahar for about 5 EGP rather than a taxi (150-300 EGP).
Always negotiate prices for tours, taxis, and market goods—start at half the asking price. Buy bottled water and snacks from supermarkets rather than 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 Sentido Mamlouk Palace Resort
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.2 km · ~14 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 Sentido Mamlouk Palace Resort?
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor, facing the pool or garden. These are high enough to avoid ground-level bustle but low enough that the building’s lift will be quick and stair access is easy. The pool-side rooms get the Egyptian sun and are quieter than front-facing ones on the main road.
Which rooms should I avoid at Sentido Mamlouk Palace Resort?
Avoid any room on the ground floor near the reception or the main restaurant — these get foot traffic, kitchen noise at meal times, and front-street dust from Hurghada’s sandy roads. Also skip rooms right next to the lift shaft on any floor: the lift is old and clanks.
Is Sentido Mamlouk Palace Resort noisy?
Hotel sits on a busy road in Hurghada’s tourist corridor. Expect honking, revving diesel engines from 7am to late evening, plus nearby construction for new resort blocks. Ground-floor disco from the bar outside can bleed into lobby-adjacent rooms until midnight on weekends.
Which rooms have the best views at Sentido Mamlouk Palace Resort?
Pool or garden view rooms (facing away from the street) give you a decent scene: palm trees, tiled pool, and distant Red Sea hints if you’re in a north-facing upper room. The front side looks onto Hurghada’s dusty main drag and the neighbouring souk strip — not great.
What are insider tips for staying at Sentido Mamlouk Palace Resort?
1) Check in after 3pm to request a west-facing room on the 2nd floor — you’ll get evening shade and avoid the afternoon sun scorching your balcony. 2) The lift is slow and small; if you’re on the 2nd or 3rd floor, use the stairs — it’s faster and less chance of a sweltering wait in the hallway.
What time is check-in at Sentido Mamlouk Palace Resort?
Check-in at Sentido Mamlouk Palace Resort is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Sentido Mamlouk Palace Resort have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout the resort; speed averages 15 Mbps. Login via room number and surname; no device limit but slower during peak hours (20:00–23:00).
Is there a city or tourist tax at Sentido Mamlouk Palace Resort?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Sentido Mamlouk Palace Resort?
A filling koshari (lentils, rice, pasta) from a budget takeaway spot costs about 20-30 EGP.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Sentido Mamlouk Palace Resort?
The cheapest way around is by microbus (shared minibus) costing 3-7 EGP per ride; from the airport, take a local microbus to El-Dahar for about 5 EGP rather than a taxi (150-300 EGP).
When is the best time to visit Hurghada?
March to May and September to November: pleasant temperatures (25-30°C), low humidity, and fewer tourists than the European summer peak.
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.