Sahl Hasheesh Holidays

Sahl Hasheesh is a purpose-built Red Sea resort just south of Hurghada, known for its spacious hotels, calm atmosphere and long sweep of sandy shoreline. It suits travellers who want a relaxed beach holiday with good hotel facilities, clear water and easy access to Hurghada Airport, rather than a busy town-style resort.

The beach is one of the main reasons to stay here. Much of the coastline is fronted by hotels, with sunloungers, jetties and sheltered swimming areas. The Red Sea is typically clear and inviting, and snorkelling is popular, especially around reefs and designated areas reached from hotel beaches or boat trips. Diving centres in the wider Hurghada area also offer trips for beginners and experienced divers.

Sahl Hasheesh has a polished, resort-style feel, with landscaped areas, a seafront promenade and a small central area often referred to as the Old Town. It is not a traditional Egyptian town, so most dining and entertainment is based within the hotels. Many resorts offer buffet restaurants, à la carte options, bars and evening entertainment, while a handful of cafés and restaurants can be found around the promenade and central areas. Nightlife is generally low-key, making it better for relaxed evenings than clubbing.

Popular things to do include snorkelling, diving, boat trips to reefs and islands, spa treatments, and gentle walks or cycling along the seafront. Golf buggies and hotel shuttles are commonly used within the resort areas, as distances can be quite spread out. For a change of scene, Hurghada is within easy reach for its marina, shops, restaurants and excursion departures.

Sahl Hasheesh is also a good base for desert experiences such as quad biking, camel rides and Bedouin-style evening trips, usually arranged through hotels or local operators. Day trips to Luxor may be possible from the Hurghada region, though they involve a long journey and are best planned carefully.

Overall, Sahl Hasheesh is ideal if you want a quieter Red Sea escape with attractive beaches, comfortable resorts and a more laid-back setting than central Hurghada.