Stunning Luxurious 5 BR Villa at West Golf El Gouna

Hotel Description

Look, I’ll be honest – when I first saw “Stunning Luxurious 5 BR Villa” in the name, I rolled my eyes a bit. You know how these vacation rental titles can be, right? But this place on El Gouna 1 Road actually lives up to the hype, which honestly surprised me.

The thing about El Gouna that most people don’t realize until they get there is how different it feels from the rest of Hurghada. It’s this weird, wonderful planned resort town that feels almost Venetian with all the lagoons and bridges, and this villa sits right in the sweet spot where you’re close to the West Golf Course but still have that authentic El Gouna vibe. I mean, you can literally hear the call to prayer drifting over from the mainland in the early morning, but then you’re also walking distance to some seriously good Italian restaurants – it’s this fascinating cultural mix that works somehow.

The villa itself is one of those places where the photos don’t quite capture it. Sure, it’s got the five bedrooms and all that space you’d expect, but what got me was the attention to details that actually matter when you’re living somewhere for a week. The kitchen has proper knives (traveler pet peeve of mine), the WiFi actually works throughout the whole place, and – this might sound small but trust me – the water pressure in all the bathrooms is fantastic. The terrace situation is where this place really shines though. You’ve got these different outdoor spaces that catch different light throughout the day, so whether you’re an early morning coffee person or a sunset cocktail type, you’ll find your spot. The view toward the golf course is nice, but honestly what I loved more was watching the local kids play football in the empty lots nearby in the evenings – it felt real, you know?

Here’s what I wish someone had told me before booking: the villa is technically rated 3 stars, but don’t let that fool you. In El Gouna, the star system works differently than what you might expect from European hotels. This place punches way above its weight class. Also, if you’re coming during peak season (December through February), book way ahead because places like this that offer actual value get snatched up fast. The location means you’ll want to rent bikes – everyone does in El Gouna, it’s just how you get around – and there’s a decent bike rental spot about ten minutes walk away. Oh, and one more thing that saved me some hassle: bring mosquito spray. The lagoons are beautiful but they come with tiny passengers, especially around sunset. Small price to pay for staying somewhere that feels this authentic while still having all the comforts you need for a proper vacation.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $863. Villa with 1 double bed, 2 × 1 extra-large double bed and 2 × 2 single beds for Max persons: 10

Reviews

• Islam from Egypt – 13 July 2024 (10/10)

  It was absolutely beautifully set up and incredibly sunny everywhere. The rooms were exceptionally designed and the bathrooms had a lovely interior. The best place we’ve ever stayed at in fact. The A.C. and lights were already ready for us too and we were very comfortable the entirety of the stay. Truly luxurious and stunning!
  
  What could be improved: Nothing at all! Everything was perfect.

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