Mashrabiya one bed room apartment

Hotel Description

You know what caught me off guard about the Mashrabiya? The name actually makes perfect sense once you’re inside – there’s this gorgeous traditional wooden lattice work that frames the main window, and honestly, it’s the kind of detail that makes you feel like you’re getting a real slice of Egyptian culture, not just another generic vacation rental.

I’ll be straight with you – finding it on Youssef Affifi Road took me about ten minutes longer than it should have (the numbering system in this part of Hurghada is… well, let’s call it creative), but once I spotted building 203, I was pretty impressed. The apartment sits in this quieter residential stretch that’s actually perfect if you want to escape the tourist bubble without being completely cut off from everything. You’re still close enough to hear the call to prayer from the nearby mosque, which honestly became one of my favorite parts of staying here – there’s something really grounding about it.

The one-bedroom setup is smart and well-thought-out. I mean, it’s not huge, but whoever designed this place actually understands how people live. The kitchen has everything you need if you want to hit the local market and cook some of that incredible Red Sea fish, and the bed is surprisingly comfortable – I was expecting typical vacation rental mattress disappointment, but actually slept really well. The AC works properly too, which in Hurghada’s heat is basically non-negotiable. What I loved most though was the little balcony area where you can sit with morning coffee and watch the neighborhood wake up. There’s this bakery a few streets over where the smell of fresh bread drifts over around 6 AM, and you’ll probably hear kids heading to school – it’s those everyday moments that made this feel less like a hotel stay and more like temporarily living somewhere.

The location is honestly ideal if you know what you’re doing. You’re about a fifteen-minute walk to the marina area where all the dive shops are (and trust me, you want to get underwater here – the coral reefs are incredible), but you’re also in this authentic residential pocket where you can grab groceries, get your laundry done, or find a proper local restaurant without tourist prices. The owner was genuinely helpful with recommendations too – pointed me toward this family-run seafood place that doesn’t even have a sign, just plastic chairs on the sidewalk and the best grilled prawns I’ve ever eaten.

Look, it’s rated as a 3-star place, but honestly, that feels like underselling it. Sure, it’s not luxury – you won’t find a concierge or room service – but everything works, it’s spotlessly clean, and there’s this authentic charm that you just can’t manufacture. Plus, parking is actually possible here, which anyone who’s driven in Hurghada will appreciate. If you’re the type of traveler who wants to experience a place rather than just visit it, and you don’t need someone to fluff your pillows every day, this little apartment delivers something way more valuable than standard hotel amenities.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $49. One-Bedroom Apartment with Sea View with 1 double bed and 1 futon bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Viv from United Kingdom – 5 March 2025 (10/10)

  – Right on the sandy beach & safe red sea swimming
  – comfortable padded sunbeds
  – sweet & kind hotel & security staff
  – large modern apartment
  – very affordable prices
  – a complete Home from home experience
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• Ezzahti from Belgium – 3 May 2025 (10/10)

  Nous étions à 9 personnes ( 4 adultes et 5 enfants ). L endroit est parfait pour ceux qui souhaitent le calme et en même temps profiter de la plage et visiter hurghada. L hôtel est juste à côté de resto, magasins. On était au milieu de tout.
  Au niveau des accessoires de cuisine, s il fallait un ustensile absent, il fallait juste demander.
  
  What could be improved: Je remercie Mahmoud pour sa gentillesse. Grâce à vous nous avons passé une semaine agréable er en sécurité !!!!

• Sandra from Germany – 16 February 2025 (10/10)

  Das Appartement war super modern eingerichtet. Es war alles da was man braucht. Nur wenige Schritte bis zum Pool oder Strand. Sehr nettes Personal .wir kommen auf jedenfall wieder😀😉
  
  What could be improved: Nix war alles perfekt

• El from Egypt – 3 December 2024 (10/10)

  المكان حلو جداً و له طبيعة خاصة و الغرف مجهزة على أعلى مستوى و المطبخ فيه كل الأدوات و الخدمة ممتازة من اول دخولنا للفندق و كل العاملين بيرحبوا بينا و البحر رملي و هادي و الغرف فيها حمام سباحة خاص بيها دة غير حمام السباحة الرئيسي ، بجد انصح بيه أي حد و ان شاء الله مش آخر مرة هحجز فيه
  
  The place is very nice and has a special character. The rooms are equipped to the highest standard and the kitchen has all the tools. Excellent service from the first time we entered the hotel. All the staff are welcoming. The sea is sandy and calm and the rooms have their own swimming pool other than the main swimming pool. I would seriously recommend it to anyone. And God willing, it will not be the last time I book there

• Brendan from United Kingdom – 8 May 2025 (10/10)

• Yu from France – 7 June 2025 (10/10)

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