Gcribs ground floor

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about Gcribs ground floor? It’s actually got this laid-back, almost residential vibe that you don’t expect from most El Gouna hotels. I mean, when you’re walking down El Gouna 1 Road – which honestly feels more like a neighborhood street than a typical tourist strip – you almost miss it because it doesn’t scream “hotel” at you. That’s actually part of its charm, though I’ll admit it had me double-checking my booking confirmation.

The whole ground floor setup is pretty unique for the area. Most places in El Gouna are these sprawling resorts or towering complexes, but this feels more like staying in someone’s really nice apartment building – if that makes sense. The rooms are solid, nothing fancy but everything works (the AC is a godsend during those brutal afternoon hours), and there’s this quiet efficiency to the whole operation. I actually appreciated that the staff wasn’t constantly hovering or trying to upsell me on excursions every five minutes. Check-in was refreshingly straightforward too – no twenty-minute presentation about amenities I’ll never use.

Here’s the thing about the location that booking sites don’t really tell you: you’re close enough to El Gouna’s main action that you can walk to the marina area in about fifteen minutes, but far enough away that you’re not dealing with the late-night party noise that echoes through some of the more central spots. I spent a few evenings just wandering over to grab dinner at one of the waterfront places, then walking back through these quiet streets where you can actually hear the Red Sea lapping against the shore. The 7.2 rating honestly feels about right – it’s not going to blow your mind with luxury touches, but it delivers exactly what it promises without any nasty surprises. For a 3-star place, I was pleasantly surprised by how clean everything was and how reliable the WiFi turned out to be (crucial for those inevitable “I’m extending my stay” conversations with work). If you’re looking for something that feels more authentic and less resort-y in El Gouna, this is actually a pretty solid choice.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $59. One-Bedroom Apartment with 1 double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 3

Reviews

• Sameh from Egypt – 19 June 2024 (6/10)

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  What could be improved: Pool

• Youssef from Netherlands – 15 January 2025 (8/10)

  What could be improved: The bed seemed a bit dusty and I couldn't sleep well at all due to that.

• Makar from Germany – 20 December 2024 (8/10)

  I recently stayed at this hotel and had an amazing experience! The rooms were spotless, and you could tell cleanliness was a top priority. The staff were incredibly friendly and always went out of their way to make sure I was comfortable. The hotel itself is very modern, with stylish decor and up-to-date amenities that made my stay even more enjoyable. I highly recommend this hotel for anyone looking for a clean, comfortable, and welcoming place to stay!
  
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• Gabalawy from Egypt – 20 November 2024 (9/10)

  Cozy & nice location

• Farah from Egypt – 1 May 2025 (3/10)

  What could be improved: There were lots of spiders in the bathroom like it was never cleaned before. It was awful. I couldn’t sleep that night at all.

• Mohamed from Egypt – 29 October 2024 (6/10)

• Nadia from Egypt – 30 November 2024 (9/10)

• Mohammed from Egypt – 4 August 2024 (8/10)

• Wael from Egypt – 1 April 2025 (4/10)

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