Modern 1-Bedroom Apartment in Sholan, El Gouna. Pool View

Hotel Description

You know what surprised me about this place? It’s actually tucked away on El Gouna Club Road in a way that gives you this perfect balance – close enough to everything but far enough that you’re not dealing with constant tourist chaos. I mean, when I first pulled up, I wasn’t expecting much from a one-bedroom apartment, but honestly, the pool view alone makes it worth considering.

The apartment itself feels properly modern without being sterile, if that makes sense. The bedroom’s got this nice setup where you can actually see the pool from the bed – which sounds cheesy but is actually pretty great when you wake up and can immediately gauge how crowded it’s going to be down there. Speaking of the pool, mornings are your friend here. I learned that around 7 AM, you’ve basically got the whole area to yourself, but by 11, it’s prime territory for families with kids (not complaining, just saying). The kitchen’s compact but functional – I mean, you’re not going to host a dinner party, but making breakfast or fixing a quick lunch after a day out exploring El Gouna is totally doable. There’s this little balcony space that catches the afternoon light really nicely, and honestly, sitting there with a coffee while watching people come and go from the pool below became sort of my daily routine.

What I appreciated most was how the location works in your favor without being obvious about it. You’re walking distance from the marina area where all the restaurants and nightlife happen, but you don’t get the noise that comes with being right on top of it all. The Red Sea’s close enough that you can bike there in maybe ten minutes – and yes, you can rent bikes pretty much everywhere in El Gouna. The staff was straightforward during check-in, no excessive fussing but they knew their stuff when I had questions about getting around. One thing though – the WiFi can be a bit temperamental in the evening when everyone’s streaming or video calling home, so plan accordingly if you need to get work done. The building itself has this sort of Mediterranean vibe that fits El Gouna’s whole aesthetic without trying too hard. You’ll hear some pool activity during the day, but it dies down by evening, so sleep wasn’t an issue for me.

Look, it’s not going to blow your mind with luxury, but for a 4-star spot with a 7.5 rating, it delivers exactly what it promises. If you’re someone who wants a clean, comfortable base for exploring the Red Sea area without paying resort prices, this works really well. Just don’t expect room service or a concierge – this is more about having your own space in a pretty solid location where you can come and go as you please.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $97. One-Bedroom Apartment with 1 double bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Roula from Lebanon – 13 July 2023 (9/10)

  the apartment is cozy beautifully furnished, clean and comfortable

• Shady from Qatar – 2 May 2024 (8/10)

• Sarah from United States – 25 May 2025 (5/10)

• Christian from Switzerland – 2 October 2024 (8/10)

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