Hotel Description
You know what? I wasn’t expecting much from شاليه السعادة when I first pulled up to that stretch of شارع البحر – honestly, the name translates to “Chalet of Happiness” which sounds pretty cheesy, right? But this little 3-star spot actually surprised me in the best way. It’s tucked right next to مستشفى السلام (Peace Hospital), which I thought might be weird at first, but it’s actually reassuring having medical facilities so close, especially if you’re traveling with kids or elderly family members. The location is sort of perfect – you’re right on the sea street but far enough from the main tourist chaos of Hurghada’s hotel strip that you can actually sleep at night.
What really got me was how the staff genuinely seemed to care about making your stay work. I mean, this isn’t some fancy resort with marble lobbies, but the people running the place have this warmth that you can’t fake. The rooms are clean and comfortable – nothing fancy, but everything works, which is honestly more than I can say for some pricier places I’ve stayed in Egypt. The air conditioning actually cools the room (miracle!), and the beds are surprisingly decent. You’ll hear some street noise during the day, but it dies down by evening, and there’s something kind of nice about falling asleep to the distant sound of the Red Sea. The building itself feels more like a residential apartment complex than a traditional hotel, which gives it this lived-in, authentic vibe that I actually preferred to the sterile resort experience.
Here’s the thing that sealed it for me – the proximity to real Hurghada life. You’re walking distance from local restaurants where Egyptians actually eat, not just tourist traps serving overpriced seafood. There’s a small grocery store about two blocks down where you can grab water and snacks for reasonable prices, and honestly, just being able to walk around the neighborhood and see how locals live made the whole trip more interesting. The Red Sea is literally right there – you can smell the salt air from your room, and while the beach access isn’t as polished as the big resorts, you can walk to the water in about five minutes. Parking was never an issue, which is honestly a huge deal if you’re planning to rent a car and explore the area. For the price point and that solid 8 rating, شاليه السعادة delivers exactly what it promises – it’s not trying to be something it’s not, and sometimes that’s exactly what you need.
Rooms
- Estimated price from: $40. One-Bedroom Apartment with 2 × 1 sofa bed and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
Reviews
Anastasiia from Egypt – 16 July 2023 (8/10)
The place is great, clean and comfortable, with a beautiful beach😊 The host is friendly, the deal is good
What could be improved: Don't count on internet in the place.Roman from Russia – 15 October 2023 (6/10)
SURROUNDINGS
What’s nearby:
- Sand City Hurghada: 19 km
- Hurghada Grand Aquarium: 16 km
- Hurghada Downtown – Saqqala Square: 2.3 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Cafe/bar Disco Tik Bar: 650 m
- Cafe/bar Tamer Hena Coffe: 800 m
- Restaurant Bordiehns Villa Kunterbunt: 400 m
Beaches in the neighbourhood:
- Orange Beach: 4.4 km
- El Sakia Beach: 3.5 km
- Paradise Beach: 400 m
- El Sawaki Beach: 2.7 km
- Elysees Dream Beach: 4.1 km
Public transport:
- Bus Gouna Bus Station: 2.1 km
Closest airports:
- Hurghada International Airport: 5 km
Facilities
Shops:
- Minimarket on site
Kitchen:
- Children’s high chair
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Cleaning products
- Stovetop
- Oven
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Washing machine
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Kitchenette
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Bath or shower
- Toilet
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Outdoors:
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Sun terrace
- Private pool
- Patio
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Garden
Wellness:
- Kids’ pool
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
- Fitness
- Foot bath
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Sun umbrellas
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Public Bath
- Open-air bath
- Fitness centre
Transport:
- Shuttle service Additional charge
- Public transport tickets
- Car hire
- Airport shuttle
Activities:
- Walking tours
- Beach
- Snorkelling
- Diving
- Hiking
- Fishing
Living Area:
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Fireplace
- Seating Area
- Desk
Common areas:
- Chapel/shrine
Food & Drink:
- Coffee house on site
- Fruits
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Grocery deliveries
- Room service
- Minibar
- Tea/Coffee maker
Accessibility:
- Entire unit wheelchair accessible
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
Miscellaneous:
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Allergy-free room
- Heating
- Soundproof rooms
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor & View:
- City view
- Garden view
- Sea view
- View
Room Amenities:
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Fold-up bed
- Clothes rack
- Hypoallergenic
- Mosquito net
- Tile/marble floor
- Soundproofing
- Private entrance
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Carpeted
- Fan
- Ironing facilities
- Pants press
- Iron
- Hot tub
Languages spoken:
- Arabic
- German
- English
- Spanish
- French
Cleaning services:
- Daily housekeeping
- Trouser press
- Ironing service
- Laundry
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Safety deposit box
Media & Technology:
- Flat-screen TV
- Satellite channels
- Radio
- TV
Reception services:
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Private check-in/check-out
- ATM/cash machine on site
- Luggage storage
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
Great for your stay:
- Parking
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
- Kitchenette
- Free WiFi
- Terrace
- Airport shuttle (free)
- Flat-screen TV
- View
- Fitness centre
Outdoor swimming pool:
- Opening times
- Pool is on rooftop
- Pool with view
- Plunge pool
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
Building characteristics:
- Private apartment in building
Entertainment and family services:
- Casino
Parking Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).:
- Electric vehicle charging station
Other for your stay:
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
Rules
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Smoking:
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 12:00 to 23:00
- You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.
Check-out:
- From 09:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
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