Aladdin Beach Resort

Opinion

This property can, for description purposes, be split in to 2 aspects the first being the stylish foyer hall and attractively laid-out gardens around the cottage style rooms. The second half consists of the pool-deck area, with a lively animation team, and the beach area both of which have a busy feel. With a sister-property either side, the management consider this to be their mid-range product catering for families as well as couples. It can be noted that most of the facilities are on a single-level although there is some distance from the main restaurant to the pool and beach areas.

Exterior

A palm and hedge-lined cobbled drive leads down from the road to the main building which has an attractive oriental-style slatted portico supported on pillars. 4 wide steps lead up to the full length glass-fronted reception area while, to the right, the gap between the main building and another block reveals the first glimpse of the grounds beyond with a giant Aladdin statue marking the entrance to the disco.

Property type: Hotel

Storeys: 2

Built Year: 1998

Interior

The foyer is spacious and predominantly white with attractive plants trailing over the 2-tiers of open plan floors. A brass-railed stairway sweeps up from the marble-effect floor to a conference suite, children's club and an Irish Bar, complete with pool table. On the ground floor there are comfortable soft seating areas with table service drinks as well as a 24-hour lobby bar towards the back. The Agrabah main buffet restaurant has spaciously positioned square tables and sturdy wooden, cushioned furnishings.

Rooms: 420

Grounds

The grounds contain most of the facilities with the section nearest the main building housing 420 rooms in 2-storey stone-clad blocks and terraces of attractive red-brick bougainvillea-clad cottage style rooms past which weave dainty walkways bordered by flower beds and shrubs. The pool deck is paved with plenty of sun-loungers and parasols and is served by a snack bar and entertainment team. Closer to the beach is a raised pool area shared with the Jasmine Resort. The sandy beach is not as broad as others along this stretch but is adequately furnished with sun-loungers, wind-breaks and heavily anchored parasols.

Location

Area Type: Situated 21 km from the centre of Hurghada, the Aladdin Beach Resort is located beachside of the highway between the Jasmine Village, to the north, and Ali Baba Palace, to the south both of which are sister properties with some shared facilities. The nearest shopping can be found at the modern bazaar style shops at the Sunrise Mall 1 km further south on the opposite side of the quiet dual-carriageway. Immediately opposite is barren land although the Titanic Resort & Aqua Park Hotel is located opposite the Ali Baba Palace. A privately operated shuttle service to Hurghada is available for a small charge. Transfer time to Hurghada Airport 15 minutes.

Nearest beach: Beachfront (New Hurghada)

Map Ref: 17