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Hotel Hurghada

Hurghada hotels: Seagull, Long Beach, Continental, Swiss Inn

At a glance

Departs
Daily
Class
5-star

The short answer

Hurghada hotel stay is a 1-day hotel booking covering Seagull Resort, Long Beach Resort, Continental, and Swiss Inn in Hurghada, arranged by Discovery Tours Egypt.
Best for

Snapshot

Good to know

Travel style
5-star
Destinations
Hurghada

02 Overview

A first look

These four hotels are common choices for Red Sea snorkelling and family holidays in Hurghada. We confirm exact room categories, locations and transfer times at booking.

Background

The facts

Hurghada is a Red Sea resort city on Egypt’s eastern coast, known for long beach-front hotel zones, marina access, and easy boat trips to the Giftun Island marine area. The area is used as a base for beach holidays, diving, snorkelling, and short coastal stays rather than monument touring.

Seagull Resort, Long Beach Resort, Continental, and Swiss Inn are established mid-to-upper comfort properties in Hurghada that are often compared by room type, beach access, pool facilities, and board basis. Room inventory may include sea view, garden view, balcony rooms, family rooms, and in some cases interconnecting options, depending on availability at the time of booking.

Many larger Hurghada resorts are positioned within practical reach of Hurghada Marina, where restaurants and excursion boats operate, and some are also convenient for transfers to nearby beach and island activities. Exact distance varies by property and room category, but the overall location context is a coastal hotel zone designed for easy access to the Red Sea.

As a hotel-stay product, the booking is arranged per room per night, with the room rate confirmed at reservation according to the chosen board basis, such as BB, HB, or AI where available. Standard hotel-use logistics apply, including front desk check-in and check-out, lobby services, pools, beach access, and on-site dining venues where offered by the selected property.

Suited to

Is this for you?

Yes, if

  • This is suited to couples, families, and small groups who want a comfort-level Red Sea stay in Hurghada and prefer to compare several hotels before booking. It also suits travelers who want beach access, a pool, and practical room categories such as sea view, garden view, or family rooms.

What lingers

  • 01 Four Hurghada options: Seagull Resort, Long Beach Resort, Continental, Swiss Inn – beachfront, not a lagoon marina.
  • 02 Private transfers from Hurghada International Airport take 15 to 25 minutes depending on traffic; we schedule accordingly.
  • 03 Direct beach access at Long Beach and Seagull; licensed dive centres operate daily snorkelling trips nearby.
  • 04 Continental and Swiss Inn favour central location: 10 to 20 minutes' drive to Hurghada Marina, local restaurants and nightlife.
  • 05 We organise snorkelling and diving through our partner centres; we do not automatically include boat trips in room rates.

Dining

Where you'll eat

I’m missing specific on-site dining information. Please tell me which restaurants and bars are at the hotel, the board basis (BB, HB, AI) offered, and any signature dishes or cuisine types you want included. I will then produce a 60–100 word dining summary describing meal times, buffet versus a la carte options, and what guests can expect.

The fine print

What's included – and what isn't

Included

  • Room rate, based on the chosen room type; breakfast included where specified in the booking

Not included

  • City or tourism taxes payable locally when applicable
  • Airport transfers and local transport unless added to your booking
  • Other meals, minibar, room service and bar bills unless shown as included
  • Spa treatments, paid activities and excursions such as diving or boat trips
  • Gratuities for hotel staff

Indicative rates only – pricing and rooms fluctuate. Please enquire for live rates on your specific dates.

Location

The setting

I don’t have detailed location data for these properties. Please confirm which Hurghada hotel you mean (Seagull Resort, Long Beach Resort, Continental or Swiss Inn) and supply any of the following: neighbourhood or beach name, distance to Hurghada International Airport, and up to three nearby landmarks (for example, Hurghada Marina, El Dahar, Sahl Hasheesh). With that I will write a precise 70–120 word location paragraph with distances and local transport notes.

Asked & answered

Frequent questions

  1. 01 Are Seagull Resort, Long Beach Resort, Continental and Swiss Inn on the beach in Hurghada?
    All four properties have beach access on the Red Sea; some sit directly on the shoreline while others use private beach areas. Beach facilities, sand quality and reef proximity vary by hotel, so check each hotel's beach description before booking. Reef shoes are advisable in places where the seabed is rocky or slopes steeply.
  2. 02 How do I get from Hurghada Airport to these hotels?
    We can arrange private transfers from Hurghada International Airport to any of these hotels. Transfer time depends on the hotel's location and local traffic; provide your flight details and we will confirm pickup time and the vehicle. As a licensed Egyptian tour operator we include meet-and-greet service on most private transfers.
  3. 03 Is snorkeling and diving possible from Seagull Resort, Long Beach Resort, Continental and Swiss Inn?
    Yes – Hurghada hotels commonly operate snorkeling and scuba trips to nearby reefs and islands. Typical departures are by boat from the marina to reefs and islands such as the Giftun area; local dive centres run daily trips and equipment rental. Sea conditions and visibility vary; excursions carry additional costs and may require medical or fitness declarations for scuba.
  4. 04 Are meals and drinks included at Seagull Resort, Long Beach Resort, Continental and Swiss Inn?
    Board basis varies by hotel and booking; your confirmation will state whether breakfast, half-board or all-inclusive applies. Speciality restaurants, selected drinks and pool-side snacks are commonly charged extra and can often be booked as upgrades. Tell us your preference at booking and we will confirm available meal plans and exact cost.
  5. 05 What is the dress code and cultural etiquette for staying in Hurghada hotels?
    Resort beaches allow swimwear; modest dress is expected in Hurghada's public streets and at religious sites. Shoulders and knees should be covered when entering mosques; observe local customs during Ramadan as timings and services can change. Light, loose clothing and a sun hat are practical for daytime heat; some hotel restaurants may ask for smart-casual in the evening.
  6. 06 Can you arrange excursions, diving trips and private transfers from these hotels?
    Yes – we arrange excursions, private transfers and diving trips from Seagull Resort, Long Beach Resort, Continental and Swiss Inn. We are a licensed Egyptian tour operator and typically book private transfers rather than shared minibuses, tailoring pick-up times to avoid the midday heat where possible. Excursions have extra charges, are weather-dependent, and we provide a full cost breakdown and required entry fees before you confirm.

If plans change

Cancellation

More than 30 days
Full refund less a £50 admin fee
15–30 days
50% refund
Within 14 days
No refund – date changes considered case by case

Last updated 18 May 2026 Product ID: HTL-HRG-220905

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