Modish & Modern 1BDR Poolfront Mangroovy Free Pool & Beach

Hotel Description

I’ll be honest – when I first saw the name “Modish & Modern 1BDR Poolfront Mangroovy,” I thought someone had a field day with the keyboard. But you know what? This little spot in El Gouna actually lives up to its quirky branding, and I mean that in the best way possible. The Mangroovy Residence complex sits right in the heart of what locals call the “downtown” area of El Gouna, though honestly, everything in this purpose-built resort town feels pretty intimate. You’re basically a five-minute walk from Abu Tig Marina – that’s where all the restaurants and nightlife action happens – but far enough back that you won’t hear the late-night revelry from the terrace bars.

The apartment itself is exactly what it promises: modern, clean, and actually poolfront (not “pool-adjacent” like some places love to claim). I spent most mornings on the little balcony with coffee, watching German tourists do their precise pool exercises at 7 AM sharp – it became my unofficial alarm clock. The bedroom gets decent cross-breeze if you open both windows, which matters more than you’d think since El Gouna can get properly warm by April. The kitchen is small but functional – I made breakfast there most days since the local grocery store stocks everything from German bread to proper Egyptian cheese. Speaking of which, there’s a little market about two blocks away where the produce is actually fresher than what you’ll find at the resort hotels.

What really sold me on this place was the beach access. It’s not technically private, but it connects to the main El Gouna lagoon system, and the water is ridiculously clear – like, you can see your toes even when it’s chest-deep. The beach gets busy around 11 AM when the day-trippers arrive, but early morning and late afternoon, you’ll practically have it to yourself. I actually preferred it to the more famous Zeytouna Beach, which tends to get crowded with the resort crowd. The management company (they handle several units in the complex) was surprisingly responsive too – when the WiFi went wonky on day three, they had someone there within an hour. Parking is straightforward, which isn’t always a given in El Gouna’s winding streets. The only minor downside? The pool area can get a bit echo-y when kids are around, but that’s pretty standard for apartment complexes. If you’re looking for a base to explore the Red Sea without paying resort prices, and you don’t mind a slightly quirky name, this spot delivers exactly what it advertises.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $133. Apartment with 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Matthias from Austria – 19 April 2025 (10/10)

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