Hurghada Marina is the resort's modern face, where yachts moor, music plays, and restaurant lights glow. After a day at the beach or underwater, you can spend the evening here: dine with views of boats, stroll the promenade, feel a Mediterranean atmosphere amid the Red Sea.

What the Marina Is

Hurghada Marina is a yacht harbor and the surrounding district with restaurants, cafés, and shops. It opened in 2008 as part of a plan to modernize the resort and create an alternative to beach holidays.

Yachts and boats moor in the harbor—from modest tour vessels to impressive private craft. You can simply walk along the piers and admire the boats, imagining yourself as an owner.

Around the marina—a pedestrian zone with restaurants, cafés, souvenir shops. The architecture is styled after the Mediterranean: white walls, blue accents, terraces overlooking the water.

Restaurants and Cafés

The main reason to visit the Marina is the food. The best restaurants in Hurghada are concentrated here, from Italian to Lebanese, from seafood to steaks.

Prices are higher than in town, but quality matches. Many establishments have terraces right by the water—dinner with sunset and yacht views is worth the extra cost.

Evenings bring bars with live music and DJs. The atmosphere is relaxed but not clubby—more lounge than disco. Alcohol is sold freely, unlike many other places in Egypt.

What to See and Do

Strolling the promenade is the main entertainment. The Marina is small; you can walk around it in half an hour, but there's no rush. Benches, fountains, sea views—the place is made for unhurried time.

Shops offer souvenirs, clothing, jewelry. Prices are fixed (rare for Egypt); bargaining isn't done. Quality is higher than at bazaars, but prices match.

Evening cruises depart from the Marina: dinner on a yacht, music, coastal lights. A romantic option for couples. Book on-site or through your hotel.

Getting There

The Marina is in central Hurghada, on the main corniche. From most hotels—10-20 minutes by taxi. Many hotels offer free shuttles.

Finding a taxi back in the evening is easy—they wait at the Marina exit. Agree on the price beforehand or insist on the meter.

Practical Information

Entry to the Marina is free. Arrive at sunset—you'll catch both the evening colors and the start of nightlife.

Dress code is smart casual. Some restaurants may not admit beachwear and flip-flops.

Children are welcome too: there are family restaurants, ice cream, attractions. But the main audience is adult couples and groups.

Atmosphere and Tips

The Marina is a different Hurghada. No pushy vendors, no bargaining, no "hello my friend." Clean streets, polite staff, European service level.

Critics will say: this isn't the real Egypt. And they're right. The Marina is a tourist enclave created for those who want a break from Egyptian reality. Sometimes that's exactly what you need.

After a whole day exploring antiquities or diving at Giftun's reefs, it's pleasant to spend an evening in a civilized place. The Marina doesn't claim authenticity—it offers comfort. And does it well.