Hôtel Steigenberger Al Dau BeachAll Inclusive in Hurghada

Claire Vasseur

JustRelax travel writer · 5 min read

Some hotels deliver on their promise the moment you step inside, and the Steigenberger Al Dau Beach is one of them. The marble-floored lobby is cool despite the Hurghada heat, and the clean modern architecture sets a tone that runs through every corridor and every suite. The Red Sea glimmers at the end of every sightline, the palms barely stir in the evening air, and you quickly realise you will be spending more time than planned simply watching that turquoise water from your balcony.

Arrival

The marble reception hall makes a quiet statement: no theatrical opulence, just a firm, confident elegance. Check-in flows smoothly, and then you are in one of 400 suites starting at 50 m², a floor area that would count as a generous upgrade in many five-star properties. The suite itself rewards close attention. The two-layer Jensen luxury mattress delivers that firm-yet-cradling feel that makes waking up genuinely pleasant. On the wall opposite the bed sits a 65-inch 4K LED flat screen, reportedly the largest in the city, and the picture quality makes it easy to believe. In 93% of the suites, pull back the curtains and the Red Sea answers in every shade of blue-green. For families or groups, triple rooms are set up with a double bed or two single beds, plus a foldaway bed. The minibar is restocked daily at no extra charge, a small detail that quietly improves the quality of every day: cold water available at any hour, without arithmetic.

Dining, all included

The main restaurant, the Tamarind Restaurant and Terrace, opens onto a large terrace and runs themed evenings each night, giving the week a pleasant rhythm of different cuisines. Breakfast runs from 7:30 to 10:30, lunch from 13:00 to 15:00, and dinner from 18:00 to 22:30, leaving plenty of time to return from the beach without rushing. Early risers will find a continental breakfast at the Karibu Lobby Lounge from 5:00 am, with a second sitting from 10:30 to noon. On the waterfront, the Tanga Beach restaurant operates its bar from 9:00 to 17:00, serves a lunch buffet from 12:00 to 15:00, and runs a dinner service from 18:30 to 22:00. The Bwala Pool restaurant works from 9:00 to 17:00, so there is no reason to leave the pool zone for lunch. In the evening, the Dewan shisha bar brings an Oriental atmosphere from 15:00 to 23:00, available at an additional charge. The standard package is all-inclusive. The Ultra All Inclusive upgrade, available to guests aged 12 and over, adds a selection of international alcoholic beverages, a butler service, one 20-minute massage per person per stay, high-speed Wi-Fi, laundry service, and discounts on paid services. We recommend verifying the exact all-inclusive inclusions directly with the hotel, as they may vary depending on the period and room type booked.

Days by the water

The aqua park is free of charge from 9:00 to 17:00, with a large central pool and waterfalls. A heated pool is also available for those who want to swim regardless of the season. The private beach is 400 metres from the hotel, fronting the clear waters of the Red Sea, well known for their underwater richness. A shuttle service runs to Hurghada city centre on reservation, making day trips straightforward. Sport options include a 9-hole floodlit golf course 300 metres away and a modern gym within the complex. The 1,000 m² spa, equipped with sauna and hammam, offers beauty treatments, massages and therapeutic sessions, all available at an additional charge.

Evening vibes

As the sun drops over the Red Sea, the hotel shifts register. The Dewan shisha bar settles into a mellow Oriental mood until 23:00, the scents of apple and rose water drifting on the evening air. For those who want to go further into the night, the hotel has a discotheque. Themed dinners at the Tamarind keep things interesting for guests on longer stays, giving each evening a different flavour and preventing the routine that can creep into extended all-inclusive holidays.

Who is it for?

The Steigenberger Al Dau Beach speaks first to couples who want comfort without compromise: large suites, a spa, a private beach and varied dining. Seniors will appreciate the heated pool, the Jensen mattresses and the shuttle to the city centre that removes the need to walk long distances in the Egyptian sun. Families with children are well served by the kids club with activities and the flexible triple room configuration. The free aqua park is a strong argument for younger guests. Golfers, finally, have the rare pleasure of a floodlit 9-hole course just 300 metres away, playable in the cooler evening hours.