In short: Tripplo’s analysis covers a sample of 68 guest reviews of The Makadi Spa Hotel. Guests in the sample highlight Service & staff, Food & restaurants and Pools, beach & aquapark. The most common complaints: Much of the resort is dated and in need of renovation. Some found staff unfriendly or felt pressure to tip.
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Facts we have checked
- Adults only
- Minimum age18+
- Adult facilities
Source: redseahotels.com · checked 16 Oct 2026
Tripplo’s hotel summary
Tripplo’s analysis · Updated 21 October 2026 · How we review hotels
The Makadi Spa Hotel is an adults-only hotel for guests aged 18 and over, and it is made for couples who want calm above all. It stands on the beach at Makadi Bay, south of Hurghada, with an infinity pool facing the Red Sea, a spa and a reef right off the beach that keeps snorkellers happy. Guests talk most about the peaceful, romantic mood and the staff, who are described as warm and attentive in every part of the hotel, and many come back year after year. The weak points are in the fabric of the building. Guests say the pool floors need retiling and some rooms feel dated, and non-smokers find there is a lot of smoking outdoors around the pools. Couples on a honeymoon, an anniversary or simply a quiet week by the sea will find a friendly, restful base; travellers who want everything brand new should look elsewhere.
Guests score it 9.3 out of 10 — the average across the 20 hotels we list in Hurghada is 9.3.
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- Guests describe the hotel as peaceful, tranquil and romantic, and several came for a honeymoon or an anniversary. Many guests are on their second, third or even seventh stay.
- The staff are the most praised part of a stay. Reception, bar, cleaning and restaurant teams are all described as friendly, kind and quick to help, and many guests say they felt at home.
- Several guests who loved the pools still point out that the pool floors and tiles need renovating.
- Some guests found the rooms old-fashioned in style and in need of maintenance, and one guest found the buffet average at best, preferring the à la carte options.
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Should you book it?
The Makadi Spa Hotel is worth booking for couples on a honeymoon or anniversary who want peace and quiet — but pick somewhere else if you are travelling with children or anyone under 18.
Book it if you want
- Couples on a honeymoon or anniversary who want peace and quiet
- Snorkellers who want a reef straight off the beach
Pick somewhere else if
- You are travelling with children or anyone under 18
- You expect freshly renovated, contemporary rooms
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What guests actually say
Tripplo’s analysis uses a sample of 68 guest reviews. Texts may be shortened. Mentions are counted after automated classification and describe the sample, rather than every guest’s experience.
The sample follows how Booking.com and Google sort reviews, which puts satisfied guests first, so criticism is under-represented. Read the drawbacks below and the latest reviews on Booking.com before you book.
Food & restaurants
- +A wide choice of à la carte restaurants, which many rate above the buffet
- +Plenty of variety and tasty food, according to regular guests
- +Pleasant bars, including a peaceful garden bar
- –For many the main buffet is average at best, and food is sometimes served cold
- –Some found the food and drinks well below five-star standard
- –Slow drinks service, and a special diet was not respected
”The food is one of the highlights: there is a great variety and everything is very tasty.” — guest, translated
Service & staff
- +Exceptionally warm, attentive staff, with the guest relations team often singled out
- +A dedicated concierge you can reach on WhatsApp for questions and restaurant bookings
- +Thoughtful touches, from daily towel art to upgrades for honeymooners
- –Some found staff unfriendly or felt pressure to tip
- –Taxis and airport transfers arranged by the hotel did not turn up
- –Rooms not ready until well after check-in time
”A dedicated person handles all your questions and restaurant bookings, and you can reach them on WhatsApp.” — guest, translated
Pools, beach & aquapark
- +A superb house reef for snorkelling right off the beach, plus a jetty
- +A private beach with comfortable loungers and privacy screens
- +Well-kept pool areas, including an infinity pool
- –Many pools have loose or missing tiles on the bottom
- –The pools close early, and a jacuzzi was dirty
- –Parts of the beach are rocky and shallow
”We especially liked the beach with the reef and all the exotic fish right at the hotel.” — guest, translated
The rooms
- +Spacious rooms and suites with lovely sea views
- +Some rooms are freshly renovated with good bathrooms
- +Balconies overlooking the sea and the pools
- –Some rooms are dated, with old or broken furniture
- –Air conditioning that would not work or was very noisy
”Our junior suite with sea view was spotless every single day, and the view of the sea was amazing.” — guest, translated
Condition & cleanliness
- +Spotless rooms and very good housekeeping
- +Clean, well-tended grounds
- –Much of the resort is dated and in need of renovation
- –Cleanliness problems in some rooms, from stains to smelly drains
- –Dust in the restaurants and rusty water from the taps
”The interiors, flooring and pools are outdated and badly need renovation.” — guest, translated
Location
- +Right on the Red Sea, with beautiful views of the water
- +A large, green resort where you can also use the sister hotels' restaurants
”From the lobby and the outdoor bar we could see several shades of blue in the water.” — guest, translated
Noise levels
- +A calm, peaceful atmosphere
- –Noisy air conditioning, early-morning cleaning machines and loud staff conversations
”Wonderfully tranquil and peaceful, with excellent food and genuinely outstanding service.” — guest, translated
Value for money
- +Good value for some, given the room size and sea view
- –Wi-Fi, the spa and some activities cost extra
- –Many feel the price does not match the standard
”The service is well below expectations, both for the price paid and for a hotel of this category.” — guest, translated
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Frequently asked questions
How far is The Makadi Spa Hotel from Hurghada International Airport (HRG)?
The Makadi Spa Hotel is approximately 23 km from Hurghada International Airport (HRG) in a straight line, calculated from map coordinates. This is not a road distance or transfer time; check the route and transport options before booking.
How do guests rate The Makadi Spa Hotel?
On Booking.com it scores 9.3/10 from 2,839 guest reviews.
How many stars does The Makadi Spa Hotel have?
The Makadi Spa Hotel is a 5-star hotel.
What amenities does The Makadi Spa Hotel offer?
The Makadi Spa Hotel offers adults Only (18+), beachfront, private Beach, 2 Swimming Pools, spa and fitness Centre.
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Makadi Bay, 84651 Hurghada, Egypt