The best place to make a splash in Hurghada
If you count yourself as a bit of a water baby, the Pickalbatros Aqua Blu Resort - Hurghada will be right up your street. It’s home to a brightly coloured waterpark comprises of three children's pools with sixteen slides to whizz down. You’ll also find two plus-sized adult pools dotted across the hotel’s grounds, including a lagoon-style spot complete with in-water loungers and a swim-up bar, three Jacuzzis, and a wave pool.
It’s not all about water-based entertainment here, though – there’s a huge programme of activities to get involved in. From child-friendly games over at the kids’ club to darts, billiards and tennis for grown-ups – not to mention a spa and a gym – there’s plenty to encourage you away from your sunbed.
And that’s not all! Midway Street is the new entertainment destination that’s free to use for guests staying at Pickalbatros Aqua Park, Aqua Blu and Aqua Vista Resorts. Designed for all ages, visitors can expect thrilling rides and exciting attractions all in one spectacular location. From the rocking pirate ship and big wheel to the dizzy heights of Top Spin, a few hours spent at Midway Street will make your holiday even sweeter.
Mealtimes are a treat at this place. Beyond the oriental buffet restaurant, you'll also find a a food court for light bites. Fancy heading out? You can sample the restaurants at three locations too, by hotel-hopping between Pickalbatros Aqua Blu, Pickalbatros Aqua Park, and Pickalbatros Aqua Vista.
The rooms here make a comfortable and stylish base for your holiday –family rooms sleep up to six guests, while the double rooms are airy and spacious. Every room has air conditioning, satellite TV, a safe and a private balcony that makes the perfect spot to unwind after a day in the sun.
Facilities
Food & Drink
- 1 buffet restaurants (Asian)
- Food court serving pizzas, burgers and other snacks
- 6 bars, including a rooftop bar and specialist coffee bar
- Guests can enjoy the dine around concept in Pickalbatros Aqua Blu, Pickalbatros Aqua Park and Pickalbatros Aqua Vista
Entertainment
- Aqua park
- Playground
- Children's pool
- Kids club
- Outdoor pool
- Water slides
Family facilities
- Kids' club (4-12 yrs) - arts and crafts, team games, movie night
- Aquapark - 16 waterslides and 2 children's pools
- Wave pool
- Midway Street - fun fair with 19 different attractions including pirate ship, flying chairs, top spin, dodgems, and more (open every evening)
- Children's playground
Sports & Health
- Billiards
- Darts
- Fitness
- Mini golf
- Table tennis
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Hot tub
- Massage
- Sauna
- Spa centre
Find out more about Hurghada Area
Beyond its pristine swathes of golden sand, Hurghada also boasts many superb snorkelling and scuba diving hotspots with majestic coral reefs and shoals of brightly coloured fish, which you can easily spot thanks to the beautifully clear water – particularly around the Giftun Islands.
For an authentic, down-to-earth taste of daily Egyptian life, venture into the old town, El Dahar, and meander your way between the many stalls of the bustling souk. Hurghada Grand Aquarium and Jungle Aqua Park, meanwhile, also make great options for a day out, especially for families with children.
Offering an enticing blend of nature, culture and boundless scope for relaxation, Hurghada is a wonderful all-round destination for an Egyptian beach getaway.