Sunrise Aldau Hieghts

Hotel Description

You know what? I wasn’t expecting much from Sunrise Aldau Heights when I first pulled up to building 3 on that dusty stretch near ELmohamady hoydak Square – honestly, the name made it sound way fancier than it looks from the outside. But here’s the thing about this place: it’s one of those hidden gems that punches way above its 3-star rating, and I mean that in the best possible way. The lobby’s got this lived-in charm that immediately tells you real people stay here, not just tourists passing through. Check-in was refreshingly straightforward – no upselling, no complicated key card explanations, just friendly staff who actually seemed to care that I’d had a long day getting there.

What really sold me on this place was how it sits in the Aldau Heights area. I mean, you’re far enough from the main Hurghada chaos to actually sleep at night (trust me, if you’ve stayed near Sheraton Road, you know what I’m talking about), but you’re not stranded either. There’s this little coffee spot about a five-minute walk away that locals actually use – not touristy at all – and the whole neighborhood has this authentic Egyptian residential feel that most hotel zones completely lack. The rooms themselves are clean and comfortable, nothing Instagram-worthy but everything works. The AC actually cools the room, the shower has decent pressure, and the beds are firm enough that you won’t wake up feeling like you slept on a marshmallow. Actually, the view from the higher floors is pretty spectacular, especially at sunrise (which, okay, maybe that’s where the name comes from). You can see across the Red Sea on clear mornings, and there’s something really peaceful about watching the city wake up from up there.

Here’s what I’d tell anyone considering this place: it’s perfect if you want a genuine local experience without sacrificing comfort. The staff genuinely cares – they remembered my name by day two and always asked how my diving went when I’d come back salt-crusted and exhausted. Parking’s easy, which is honestly a relief in this city, and the whole area feels safe for walking around, even in the evenings. It’s not going to wow you with fancy amenities or Instagram-perfect pools, but it’ll give you exactly what you need: a comfortable base to explore Hurghada without the tourist bubble feeling. The 8-point rating makes total sense when you factor in the value – you’re getting way more than what you pay for, plus that rare feeling of staying somewhere that feels authentically Egyptian rather than like a generic resort dropped into Egypt.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $41. Two-Bedroom Apartment with 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Heike from Germany – 14 May 2025 (8/10)

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