Mirage Bay Resort & Aqua Park

Hotel Description

Look, I’ll be straight with you about Mirage Bay Resort & Aqua Park – it’s one of those places that surprised me in Hurghada, and honestly, that doesn’t happen often anymore. When you’re driving down Villages Road (and trust me, you’ll know you’re getting close because the taxi drivers all know this spot), the first thing that hits you is just how sprawling this place actually is. I mean, the aqua park alone takes up what feels like half the property, and you can hear the excited screaming from the water slides before you even check in.

The thing about this resort is that it gets the balance right between being a proper family destination and not completely losing its mind in chaos. Yeah, it’s busy – especially during Egyptian school holidays when Cairo families descend en masse – but there’s something infectious about the energy here. The pools are genuinely impressive, not just your standard hotel rectangle situation. They’ve got this lazy river that actually moves at a decent pace (I’ve been on too many that barely trickle), and the kids’ area is thoughtfully separated so you’re not dodging flying children if you want to actually swim laps. What really sold me though was walking around at different times of day – early morning by the pools is surprisingly peaceful, with just the sound of water features and maybe some ambitious Germans claiming loungers.

The rooms are solid 4-star territory, nothing revolutionary but clean and spacious enough that you’re not tripping over your suitcase. Air conditioning works like a dream (crucial in Hurghada’s heat), and the balcony views are better than I expected – you’ll either get pool action or a decent slice of the Red Sea depending on your luck. Food-wise, well, it’s buffet-style and you know what that means, but they actually do a pretty decent job with both international stuff and local Egyptian dishes. I was pleasantly surprised by their seafood nights – being right on the Red Sea coast, they clearly know their fish. The staff here really makes a difference too; they’re genuinely helpful without being overly pushy, which is refreshing. Check-in was smooth, they sorted out a late dinner when we arrived after restaurant hours, and housekeeping actually pays attention to details. Is it perfect? No – WiFi can be spotty in some areas, and if you’re looking for sophisticated nightlife, you’ll want to head into Hurghada proper. But for families or couples who want that mix of relaxation and fun without breaking the bank, Mirage Bay delivers on its promises. The 7.9 rating feels about right – it’s not going to blow your mind, but you’ll leave satisfied and probably already planning your next Red Sea trip.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $88. Standard Room with Garden View with 2 single beds, 2 × 1 sofa bed and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $92. Double Room with Pool View with 1 sofa bed and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Abdulkarim from Egypt – 16 June 2025 (9/10)

  Thanks for all good time

• Fady from Egypt – 9 June 2025 (9/10)

  Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5)
  
  I stayed for 4 nights at Mirage Bay Resort with my family and booked through Booking.com. Overall, it was a pleasant and enjoyable experience.
  
  Positives:
  The hotel is spacious and clean, and it’s the only hotel I’ve visited that offered free accommodation for both of my daughters (ages 5 and 12), which I really appreciated.
  
  The room was large and came with three beds at no extra charge.
  
  In terms of luxury, it’s a mid-range hotel, but it’s cozy and family-friendly.
  
  They surprised my daughter with a birthday celebration in the restaurant, which was a lovely touch.
  
  The reception service was excellent, especially thanks to Mr. Kyrillos, who checked us in within seconds.
  
  Housekeeping was amazing, and Mr. Ragab Ahmed was extremely polite and professional.
  
  I was treated with extra care since I booked through Booking.com, which made me feel valued as a guest.
  
  The aqua park was fun and enjoyable for the kids.
  
  What could be improved: Points to Consider:
  The hotel includes privately owned chalets that are rented out, which means chalet guests share the same beach, pool, and hotel facilities as regular hotel guests. This sometimes leads to a difference in guest profiles and expectations.
  
  I believe the overall atmosphere would have been more relaxed if we had come outside of the Eid holiday, as the hotel was quite busy with both locals and international guests.
  
  Although we booked an all-inclusive package, some services and activities still required extra payment, which was a bit disappointing.
  
  In conclusion, Mirage Bay offers good value for families, especially those with kids, and provides kind, helpful staff and a decent range of amenities. Would recommend for families looking for a moderate, friendly, and engaging resort.

• حاتم from Egypt – 9 June 2025 (9/10)

  Staff is too helpful & Beach is amazing

• Saif from Canada – 4 June 2025 (9/10)

  The beach is awesome

• Vratanar from Slovenia – 4 May 2025 (9/10)

  Pools were clean and crystal sea 🌊

• Ronald from Germany – 28 April 2025 (9/10)

  It was amazing vacation

• Наталия from Ukraine – 26 April 2025 (9/10)

  Nice

• Quentin from France – 14 April 2025 (8/10)

  Beach and greens
  
  What could be improved: Room cleaning

• Emmanuelle from France – 14 April 2025 (9/10)

  Beach

• Joanna from Norway – 2 April 2025 (9/10)

  Room cleaning and view

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