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Review of Steigenberger Al Dau Beach Hot...

Experience report from November 17th, 2017

Experience report from November 17th, 2017
Vacation from 08.-18.11.17

I will briefly summarize what you can expect here and what you should know in advance.

Before that we were already in two other hotels in Hurghada and Markadi bay (Jaz Aquamarine and Cleopatra) and can therefore compare quite well.

What was particularly positive:
Large hotel complex with very well-kept green areas. Everything very structured and above all calm. (Large area = runs well), golf course
Rooms are very large and well equipped! Clean and orderly. Should there be anything to be repaired, then please tell the front desk.
Subject room choice: The building is arranged in an arch, which means that about 80% of the rooms have a sea view. Now there are rooms that are in the shade in the morning and in the evening. Do you have to decide on site whether it is important or unimportant to you. The building's air conditioning is on the roof of the building (at least I think), which leads to whirring noises that can be heard well at night (if necessary, pack earplugs).



On the subject of pool / beach / snorkeling:
Very large pool area, sauna, whirlpool, heated pool, lazy river (flow channel), rock grotto. Private beach (there is always water in the sea !!!) Loungers are not close together, employees bring drinks to the loungers. Tea of the day, damp cloths and glasses cleaning are offered, and there are even raised loungers for the elderly. Beach restaurant nearby. Own marina for day trips. However, only partially suitable for snorkeling. There is no dedicated reef. Pack those who have bathing shoes. (There is a marked area where you can swim without problems, but you should still play it safe.
Pedal boats and kayaks are included in the All In!
Windsurfing and other sports are also available.

Tourists and sellers of tours / animation team:

Overall very pleasant. If you say no then people leave again.

About tours:
Sooner or later you stumble upon the Delfin House Tour.
A super nice tour BUT: you have to be aware that there are around 20-30 people on a tour boat and then, to put it nicely, the hunt for dolphins begins.
So a very clear tip: book a private tour (half a day is enough) with a speedboat. Everything is much more relaxed! You then drive to the Dolphin House and then you go snorkeling. Quite relaxed without sharing a boat with 30 people. Of course it costs a few thalers more, but they are well invested. We booked through the tour operator.

Otherwise the usual offer: quad, diving, etc. Everyone has to decide for themselves.

Evening program: there wasn't too much entertainment, rather more singing, dancing. The stage is a bit unhappy in my opinion. Disco in the neighboring hotel

The Steigenberger Aqua Magic Hotel is just opposite the hotel. Can be used from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. There are nice slides there.

On the subject of service:
Very well. There wasn't a single employee who was rude. The best example: the soups in the Suhsi Restaurant were too cold. We raised it and apologized several times. The only thing missing was someone to clean your feet . So really very courteous people.

What wasn't so good, what do you need to know:
- Smoking in the lobby
- Mosquito repellent is important

Conclusion:
Great hotel, great vacation. The hotel costs a few thalers more than others, but it's worth the money.