Cozy Studio in modern resort

Hotel Description

Look, I’ll be honest with you – when I first pulled up to the Canary Building on Hurghada Ismailia Road, I wasn’t expecting much from a 3-star place. But this little studio on the second floor actually surprised me in the best way possible. The whole building sits right in that sweet spot where you’re close enough to everything but not drowning in the chaos of downtown Hurghada, you know what I mean?

The moment I walked into apartment 209, I got why they call it “cozy” – it’s not huge, but whoever designed this space actually thought about how real people live. The kitchen area flows naturally into the living space, and there’s this clever way they’ve maximized storage that honestly put my own apartment to shame. What really won me over though was the balcony view. I mean, it’s not oceanfront or anything dramatic, but you can catch glimpses of the Red Sea between the other buildings, especially if you lean out a bit (which I definitely did every morning with my coffee). The whole resort vibe is pretty chill – there’s this communal pool area that gets busy around 2 PM when families start showing up, but early mornings? You’ve basically got it to yourself.

Here’s what nobody tells you about staying in this part of Hurghada – the location is actually perfect for people who want options. You’re maybe a 10-minute walk from some decent local restaurants that tourists never find, and there’s this little market nearby where you can grab fresh fruit for practically nothing. The building itself is quieter than I expected, though you’ll definitely hear some street noise in the evenings when people are heading out for dinner. Check-in was surprisingly smooth – the property manager speaks solid English and actually gave me useful tips about avoiding the tourist traps downtown. The WiFi works well enough for video calls (I tested it extensively), and the AC keeps things comfortable even during those brutal afternoon hours when Hurghada turns into an oven. My only real complaint? The shower pressure is… well, it’s adequate, but don’t expect anything life-changing. Still, for the price point and that 7.5 rating, this place delivers exactly what it promises – a comfortable base where you can actually relax between all the diving, snorkeling, and exploring that brought you to Hurghada in the first place.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $15. One-Bedroom Apartment with 1 double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Eliška from Czech Republic – 14 November 2024 (8/10)

  všude čisto a krásně voňavé
  
  What could be improved: Chyběla pračka a hrnec na vaření

• Dr-mohammed from Egypt – 10 October 2024 (7/10)

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