Mangroovy El Gouna – Beach and Pool Access

Hotel Description

Look, I’ll be honest – when I first pulled up to Mangroovy El Gouna, I wasn’t expecting much from a 3-star place. But you know what? Sometimes the best travel surprises come from keeping your expectations in check. This spot actually gets it right in ways that matter, especially if you’re the type who values genuine beach access over fancy lobby marble.

The thing about El Gouna is that it’s basically this planned resort town about 20 minutes north of Hurghada, and Mangroovy sits right in the sweet spot where you can walk to the lagoons without dealing with the crowds at the main hotel strip. I mean, you’re literally a few minutes from both the beach and their pool area – and honestly, I found myself switching between the two depending on my mood. The Red Sea here has that incredible clarity you hear about, and the hotel’s beach section doesn’t feel cramped like some of the bigger resorts nearby. There’s actually space to breathe, which is rare around these parts during peak season.

What surprised me most was how the staff seemed to genuinely know the area – not just the scripted tourist stuff, but real recommendations. The guy at reception told me about this little coffee spot near the marina that I never would’ve found otherwise, and he was spot-on about timing our snorkeling trip to avoid the afternoon winds. The rooms are comfortable without being flashy – clean, decent AC (crucial in summer), and the kind of simple setup that works when you’re spending most of your day outside anyway. I actually appreciated that they didn’t try to oversell the luxury angle because, well, that’s not what this place is about. The pool area gets decent shade in the afternoons, and there’s usually a breeze coming off the water that makes even the hottest days bearable. You’ll hear some music from the nearby restaurants in the evening, but it dies down pretty reasonably – nothing that kept me awake.

What really sold me on this place was how it handles that tricky balance between being social and giving you space to disappear if you want to. El Gouna itself has this laid-back vibe that’s totally different from the intensity of central Hurghada, and Mangroovy fits right into that rhythm. You can grab a taxi to the main town center in about five minutes if you want more dining options, or just stick around the hotel area where everything feels more relaxed. The beach access alone makes it worth considering – I’ve stayed at pricier places where you’re shuttled to some overcrowded strip, but here you just walk out and you’re there. For what you pay, especially considering that 8/10 rating isn’t just inflated marketing fluff, it’s actually a solid choice if you want real beach time without the resort circus atmosphere.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $147. One-Bedroom Apartment with Pool View with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $154. One-Bedroom Apartment with Pool View with 2 single beds and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $140. One-Bedroom Standard Apartment with 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 3
• Estimated price from: $154. Two-Bedroom Standard Apartment with 1 large double bed and 2 single beds for Max persons: 4
• Estimated price from: $156. Two-Bedroom Apartment with Pool View with 1 large double bed and 2 single beds for Max persons: 4
• Estimated price from: $161. Two-Bedroom Apartment with Pool View with 1 large double bed and 2 single beds for Max persons: 4
• Estimated price from: $227. Two-Bedroom Deluxe Apartment with 1 extra-large double bed and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 4
• Estimated price from: $264. Four-Bedroom Deluxe Apartment with 2 × 1 large double bed, 1 sofa bed and 1 single bed for Max persons: 7

Reviews

• Salah from Egypt – 30 October 2024 (8/10)

  Quiet and enjoyable environment, the apartment was brand new.

• Youseef from Egypt – 25 October 2024 (8/10)

  Actually, everything was perfect, all I need to say that I have to go back to this amazing host & apartment.

• Rewan from Germany – 19 June 2025 (8/10)

  We had a very pleasant stay at your place ..the place was super clean and looked exactly like the pictures.
  
  The location also is amazing near the beach and the restaurants.
  
  I would also thank the staff…they were very responsive and helpful. we really felt like home I will definitely be choosing you as our host everytime and will recommend it to everyone I know
  
  Thank you so so much for the beautiful trip we had.

• Youseef from Egypt – 19 June 2025 (8/10)

  Everything was as described, the view was the best seeing both the pool and the beach, and Sam was very responsive.

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