Ägypten ∙ Hurghada und Safaga ∙ Makadi Bay

Fort Arabesque Resort & Spa, Villas & The West Bay ****

HRG147
Fitness
Wellness
WLAN
Pool
Beach
Family
Air conditioning
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Location

Built in an Arabian style, the resort impresses with its proximity to the beautiful 900m long private sandy beach. The Fort Arabesque is located on the enchanting shores of Makadi Bay, approx. 30 km south of Hurghada. The center of Hurghada with many restaurants, bars, and shops is about 30 km away. Hurghada Airport is approx. 30 km away.
Modern hotel complex with balconies, surrounded by green plants and pink flowers under a cloudy sky.
Modern hotel complex with blue pool and white architecture under clear sky.
Aerial view of a beach resort with clear blue water and sun umbrellas.
Aerial view of a beach with umbrellas and resorts by the sea.
Aerial view of a beach with many sun umbrellas and clear water next to a resort
Aerial view of a resort with multiple pools, palm trees, and vacation homes at sunset.

Facilities

Bright, spacious hotel lounge with large windows, seating areas, and a chandelier.
Empty tables and chairs under umbrellas on a beach with sea view and flowers in the foreground.
Seating area on terrace overlooking sandy beach, sun umbrellas, and calm sea under clear blue sky.
Covered outdoor restaurant terrace with tables, chairs, and a view of palm trees and lawn.
A sunny garden path with palm trees and flowers leading to a hotel building.
Hotel building with green lawn and palm trees under clear blue sky
View of a manicured garden with palm trees and the sea in the background under clear sky.
Cozy dining area with high tables, stools, and wooden spoon wall decorations.
Bright lounge with white armchairs and green plants in front of large windows overlooking nature.
Woman relaxing in pool with blurred horizon view at sunset.
Outdoor dining area with set table and sea view under clear sky
Modern restaurant with large tropical leaf mural and stylish white tables and chairs.
Terrace area of a café with white tables, gray chairs, and a view of palm trees.
Elegant restaurant with wooden tables, chairs, and large wall mirror in hotel.
Beach bar with tables, palm trees, and a sea view at sunset.
Cozy hammock with cushions under a sunshade by the beach.
The stylish Fort Arabesque hotel complex is divided into three areas: the Fort Arabesque Resort, the Westbay (Adults-only), and Fort Arabesque The Villas (Adults-only).
The Fort Arabesque Resort has 330 comfortable rooms, a reception, an elevator, and various shops. Culinary specialties are offered in the buffet restaurant. Various bars, such as the "Red Rocks" lobby bar, provide refreshment. In the well-kept outdoor area, you will find six pools (three heated in winter) and two children's pools.
The Westbay Adults Only (from 16 years) is equipped with 247 rooms and suites, an elevator, and a reception. A buffet restaurant (with a Mexican corner from Summer 25), the "Sunset Bar", "Lobby Bar", and "Windbreaker Bar" cater to your culinary needs. An adult pool (heated in winter) is available in the outdoor area. From Summer 25, the Westbay will also feature a Greek Seafood Restaurant (reservation required).
Fort Arabesque The Villas (bookable from 16 years) has 65 modern villas and an elevator providing access to the sea-view villas. The hotel's amenities include two à la carte restaurants, "The Pavilion" (breakfast and dinner) and "Club159" (lunch and dinner).
Sun loungers, umbrellas, and beach towels are included in all areas by the pools and on the beach.

Accommodation

Double Room Superior Sea View

The Double Rooms Superior Sea View (DMU) are comfortably equipped with bath/shower/toilet, hairdryer, telephone, safe, satellite TV, minibar (water included), coffee and tea making facilities, individually adjustable air conditioning, and a balcony with sea view.
Also bookable for single occupancy (UME).
(Also bookable under HRGB21 with DMU/DME/KMY.)

Bright hotel room with two beds, large window, desk, and chair.
Bright hotel room with two beds, sofa, and minimalist decor.
Brightly furnished hotel room with two double beds and balcony access.
Balcony with rattan chairs and table overlooking palm trees under a blue sky.
Bright hotel room with two beds, TV, wooden furniture, and cozy lighting.
Hotel room with two double beds, rugs on the floor, and balcony view with trees.
Bright hotel room with two beds, seating area, and decorative wall lighting.
Modern hotel room with two beds and a view of a balcony.

Family Room

The Family Rooms (DF2) are more spacious than the double rooms with otherwise identical amenities, are located on the ground floor, and have a garden view.
(Also bookable under HRGB21 with DF2/KD2.)

Deluxe Family Room

The renovated Deluxe Family Rooms (2DF) are equipped like the family rooms and have a large room (approx. 42 sqm) with a king-size bed and a bunk bed for children. The rooms overlook the Jungle Pool.
The rooms have the following additional amenities:
- Rooms are in close proximity to the Baby Club for children under 3 years old
- Stroller
- Children's toys in the garden
- Smart TV
- Laundry service for children's clothing
- Basket with diapers and baby oil
- Iron and ironing board (on request)
- Free high-speed Wi-Fi
- Food for children, such as mashed potatoes, carrots, or vegetables (on request)
- Selection of cartoons for children (on request)
- a haircut for a man (once per stay)
- a nail treatment in the beauty center for a woman (once per stay)
When booking this room with three adults, no extra bed is provided. The 3rd person sleeps in the bunk bed (dimensions: 190 cm x 120 cm).
(Also bookable under HRGB21 with 2DF and sea-facing with KY6, and as Family Room Deluxe Type A (ADF)).

Cozy hotel room with double bed, sofa, table, and large curtains on the window.
Modern bathroom mirror with illuminated frame above a sink and white stool.
Bright hotel room with large bed, sofa, desk, and colorful baby crib.
Bright hotel room with two beds, desk, dining table, and balcony access.
Modern hotel room with double bed, blue blanket, armchairs, and balcony view with palm trees.

Double Room Comfort Adults Only

The Double Rooms Comfort Adults Only with garden view (DKO) have been renovated and are equipped with bath/shower/toilet, hairdryer, telephone, safe, satellite TV, minibar (water, soft drinks, and beer included - refilled daily), coffee and tea making facilities, individually adjustable air conditioning, and a balcony or terrace.
The rooms are located in the Westwing and are only bookable for adults (from 16 years).
Also bookable for single occupancy (EOM).
From winter onwards, also bookable as Young Traveller rooms for young adults aged 18-29 (date of birth must be entered upon booking).
(Also bookable from winter under HRGB22 and HRGB21 as Double Room Comfort (2CD/1CD)).

Junior Suite Sea View Adults Only

The Junior Suites Adults Only (JAO) are more spacious than the double rooms and, with the same amenities as the Westwing double rooms, consist of a seating area, a bathroom, and a sleeping area with a sea view.
The rooms are located in the Westwing and are only bookable for adults (from 16 years).
Breakfast and dinner in the exclusive restaurant "The Pavilion". Lunch and dinner at "Club159".
From winter onwards, also bookable as Young Traveller rooms for young adults aged 18-29 (date of birth must be entered upon booking).
(From winter, also bookable under HRGB22 with J2M).

Bright hotel room with two large beds, rugs, and balcony access
Modern hotel room with two beds, sofas, lamps, and a coffee table with a fruit bowl.
Bright hotel room with two double beds, nightstands, lamps, and balcony with view.
Modern bathroom with sink, large mirror, and illuminated shower area.
Hotel room with two large beds, desk, and balcony overlooking palm trees.

Double Room Premium Sea View Adults Only

The Double Rooms Premium Adults Only (PDZ) have the same amenities as the Westbay double rooms, but with a sea view.
The rooms are located in the Westwing and are only bookable for adults (from 16 years).
(From winter, also bookable under HRGB22 with PDZ/PEZ and under HRGB21 as PDM/3PM).

Elite Suite

The Elite Suites (ES2) are equipped like the double rooms, but are more spacious and have a sleeping area with a king-size bed, a bathroom, and a living area. The rooms have a side sea view and are located in the Westwing.
From winter onwards, also bookable as Young Traveller rooms for young adults aged 18-29 (date of birth must be entered upon booking).

Modern hotel room with large bed, nightstand, armchair, and soft lighting.
Modern illuminated closet with safe and shelves in a hotel room
Modern bathroom with double sinks and large glass shower in neutral tones.

Deluxe Double Room (HRGB21)

The Deluxe Double Rooms (DD2, approx. 43 sqm) are similar in amenities to the double rooms but have a king-size bed and a single bed, which are visually separated by a wooden partition.
Also bookable sea-facing (X2M/X1M).

White hotel with clear blue pool and well-kept garden under clear sky.
Simple hotel room with double bed, nightstand, floor lamp, and access to balcony or terrace.
Modern living room with gray sofa, colorful cushions, and view of terrace and sea.
An infinity pool with sun loungers, tropical plants, and sea view under clear sky.

Villa

The villas (V12) are spacious (approx. 55 sqm) and have a separate bedroom with its own bathroom and a separate living room. Furthermore, the villas have direct pool access (heated in winter) and a sun terrace with loungers, a sofa, and umbrellas, a luxurious bathroom with a rain shower, fine Egyptian cotton bed linen, an LCD flat-screen TV with international channels, a minibar (daily refill with water, soft drinks, and beer), tea and coffee making facilities, and free Wi-Fi.
The minimum age for children in the villas is 16 years.
Also bookable under HRGB21 as Swim Up Villa Type A without sea view (VA2).
Also bookable with sea view for an extra charge (M12).
When booking the villas, the following amenities are included:
- Private check-in/check-out
- Dinner either in the exclusive "The Pavilion" or "Club159"
- Beach Service Plus
- Free access to the gym
- High-speed Wi-Fi in the villas and public areas
- 15% discount on Vareena Spa
- Free laundry service (without drying clothes)
- A haircut for men (once per stay)
- A nail treatment for women (once per stay)
- Minibar stocked with soft drinks, beer, 2 small bottles of wine, snacks)
- Espresso machine
- Selection of various international teas
- Fresh fruit and small pastries daily
- In-room breakfast (on request)
- From 1 PM to 5 PM, a selection of pizzas at "Club159"
- Beach club in Mexican boho style with beach cabanas

Villa 2 Bedrooms

The Villa 2 Bedrooms (VB3) offer plenty of space (approx. 91 sqm) and, with otherwise identical amenities to the villas (V12), are equipped with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and direct pool access (heated in winter) via the terrace.
The minimum age for children in the villas 2 bedrooms is 16 years.
(Also bookable under HRGB21 as 2 Bedroom Villa (Swim Up) (VB3).
When booking the villas, the following amenities are included:
- Private check-in/check-out
- Dinner either in the exclusive "The Pavilion" or "Club159"
- Beach Service Plus
- Free access to the gym
- High-speed Wi-Fi in the villas and public areas
- 15% discount on Vareena Spa
- Free laundry service (without drying clothes)
- A haircut for men (once per stay)
- A nail treatment for women (once per stay)
- Minibar stocked with soft drinks, beer, 2 small bottles of wine, snacks)
- Espresso machine
- Selection of various international teas
- Fresh fruit and small pastries daily
- In-room breakfast (on request)
- From 1 PM to 5 PM, a selection of pizzas at "Club159"
- Beach club in Mexican boho style with beach cabanas

Modern hotel with white architecture and large outdoor pool under blue sky.
Brightly furnished hotel room with double bed, TV, and balcony.
Modern bathroom with shower, sink, bidet, and toilet in a hotel room.
Bright living room with tall windows, cozy seating area, and rug in front of the patio door.

Grand Family Suite (HRGB21)

The Grand Family Suite is approx. 51 sqm and has two separate bedrooms. One bedroom is equipped with a double bed and the second bedroom with two single beds. The Grand Family Suite has one bathroom and a terrace or balcony (GR2).

West Bay Junior Suite Adults Only (HRGB21)

The "West Bay" Junior Suites are bookable for adults only and are approx. 61-75 sqm. The amenities include two double beds, a seating area, and a bathroom with a shower or bathtub (JS2/JS3).

Apartment (HRGB21)

The apartments are equipped with two bedrooms, one of which is equipped with a king-size bed and the second with two single beds. In addition, the apartment has two bathrooms and a large terrace (AP).
Also bookable for occupancy with at least 3 people (AA3) and with at least 4 people (AA4).

Villa Sea View Swim Up (HRGB21)

The villas (M12) have a size of approx. 61 sqm and are equipped with a living area and a separate bedroom, as well as a bathroom with a shower and access to the pool (heated in winter). The villas have a terrace with a sea view.
The minimum age for children in the villas is 16 years.
When booking the villas, the following amenities are included:
- Private check-in/check-out
- Dinner either in the exclusive "The Pavilion" or "Club159"
- Beach Service Plus
- Free access to the gym
- High-speed Wi-Fi in the villas and public areas
- 15% discount on Vareena Spa
- Free laundry service (without drying clothes)
- A haircut for men (once per stay)
- A nail treatment for women (once per stay)
- Minibar stocked with soft drinks, beer, 2 small bottles of wine, snacks)
- Espresso machine
- Selection of various international teas
- Fresh fruit and small pastries daily
- In-room breakfast (on request)
- From 1 PM to 5 PM, a selection of pizzas at "Club159"
- Beach club in Mexican boho style with beach cabanas

Meals

All Inclusive

All Inclusive

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner buffet-style.
Coffee, tea, and ice cream in the afternoon. Local
alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks from 9 AM to 12 AM in some bars. Snacks from 10 AM to 5 PM.

Premium All Inclusive

The Premium All Inclusive package includes the following amenities:
- Free entry to the fitness studio
- Discount on Vareena Spa
- High-speed Wi-Fi in the villas and public areas
- Access to all bars, including high-quality local alcohol and cocktails
- "The Pavilion" and "Club 159" are included for dinner
- Beach service plus with umbrella and ice box with desired drinks
Please note that Premium All Inclusive is already included in the price for the following room types: Junior Suite, Elite Suite, Villa, Villa Sea View, Villa 2 Bedrooms.

not included in All Inclusive and Premium All Inclusive

Imported alcoholic beverages

Sports included

Fully equipped fitness room, aqua aerobics, beach volleyball, beach soccer, boccia, table tennis.

Sports for a fee

Tennis (floodlight, rackets, and balls as well as tennis lessons for a fee), paddle and billiards, as well as various water sports via local providers on the beach. (For a fee) Fitness studio (included when booking Premium AI).

Children's program

A mini-club for children (4-12 years) is available.

Wellness

Modern hotel lounge area with stylish seating and central coffee table under a coffered ceiling with lights.
Indoor area with hot tub, wooden floor, waterfall feature, surrounded by plants.
Shower area with multiple rain shower heads and wooden beams on the ceiling in a luxurious bathroom.
Hotel reception with illuminated marble or onyx desk and three framed pictures on the wall.
Modern hotel room with wooden ceiling, two single beds, and glass door shower.
A bright massage room with two massage tables and large windows overlooking outside.
Modern bathroom with dark stone wall, wooden ceiling, and large mirror
The large Vareena Spa offers relaxing massages, body treatments, and pampering programs. Amenities include six treatment rooms for classic massages (two of which are equipped for couples), a room for Thai massages, and another room for peeling and wet treatments with a Vichy shower. Furthermore, a steam bath, two rain showers, massage loungers, a large jacuzzi with bubble loungers, a sauna, and a relaxation room are available. The spa area is subject to a fee.

Entertainment

Varied entertainment and animation program (international) during the day and in the evening, partly with live music.

Hotel service

Wi-Fi access is available throughout the hotel free of charge.

Credit card

Visa, Mastercard.

Hotel features

  • Animation
  • Fitness
  • Kids Club/Mini Club
  • Air Conditioning
  • Hotel Safe
  • Sandy Beach
  • Children's Playground
  • Children's Pool
  • Massages
  • Adults Only
  • Spa
  • Tennis
  • Diving
  • Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Shopping Facilities
  • Close to Beach
  • Volleyball/Beach Volleyball
  • Luxury Traveler
  • Family Friendly
  • Direct Beach Location
  • Extended Hygiene Concept

Sustainability

Travel for the Future provides guidance for making conscious choices. Our label identifies hotels that are certified according to internationally recognized standards for sustainable operating practices and are actively investing in a more sustainable future. These standards encompass social responsibility, environmental awareness, and cultural and economic aspects of sustainable tourism, as defined by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).

Further information on sustainability at schauinsland-reisen at: https://nachhaltigkeit.schauinsland-reisen.de/reisen-mit-zukunft

This hotel has the following certification:
  • Green Star

Note

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Please note when choosing your hotel and destination airport that, especially with the combination "Marsa Alam Airport-Hurghada Hotel" and vice versa "Hurghada Airport-Marsa Alam Hotel", considerable distances have to be covered and long transfers should be expected. This also applies if this hotel is booked following a Nile cruise.
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Accessible hotel complex.
Four rooms suitable for disabled persons can be booked upon request (Double Room Superior).
In the catalog "Egypt · Morocco · Tunisia · Turkey" Winter 2025/26 on page 70.
In the catalog "Egypt · Morocco · Tunisia" Summer 2026 on page 74.

Destination information

The entry visa for all travel services booked with schauinsland-reisen is not included in the travel price.
Guests have the option to organize the visa themselves or to purchase it from the schauinsland-reisen tour guide upon arrival for €35 per person.
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For an overnight arrival (only applies to certain flights), it may happen that your room is only ready the next day at the regular check-in time.
For a night departure (also only applies to certain flights), the hotel accommodation may end the day before at the regular check-out time.
Therefore, please always check the booked number of nights.

Seasonal information

From Winter 23-24, The Beach Resort bookable under HRGB21, The West Bay bookable under HRGB22.

Country category

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