in Hurghada, Egypt
Sunrise Aqua Joy Resort
Updated 1 July 2026
- Toddler
- Kid
- Teen
The budget pick of this list, and a surprisingly capable one: six pools, an aqua park with a walled play zone for little ones, and a kids club that takes children from three, which is younger than most of its rivals. It sits on the Al Mamsha seafront promenade, so you can actually walk out to shops, a pharmacy and cheap local restaurants, which is rare in Hurghada. The beach is across the promenade, a few minutes on foot from the pools.
Our verdict
The best value on this page if the budget is the deciding factor. You trade room quality and polish for slides, a young-friendly kids club and a walkable location.
The rooms
Simple, clean doubles and triples, refurbished in parts and dated in others. There are no true family suites: families of four take a triple with an extra bed or two doubles side by side. Cots are free but limited in number, so ask early.
At a glance
- Pools
- 6 pools plus aqua park
- Kids club
- Ages 3 to 12, included
- Beach
- Across the promenade, minutes on foot
- Outside
- Shops and cafes walkable
How the KidProof Score works
Every hotel is rated on eight things families actually care about, then weighted by how much each one drives your choice. Room setup counts the most. The little touches break the ties.
Sleeps how many? Connecting rooms, family suites, a real extra bed?
Clean travel cot, high chair, bottle warmer, changing table, kit to borrow.
Shallow pool or paddling area, playground, kids club (free or paid).
Quick breakfast, kids menus, allergy options, snacks on hand.
Secured windows, protected corners, watched pool, well kept grounds.
Laundry, in-room fridge, stroller access, parking, reliable Wi-Fi.
Close to family attractions, easy transport, park tickets or access.
Welcome gift for the child, staff who talk to kids, themed rooms.
Why families love it
- Six pools and an aqua park with a kids play zone
- Kids club from age 3, included
- On the Al Mamsha promenade, shops and pharmacy on foot
- Among the cheapest all-inclusive rates on this coast
🗓️A day here with kids
- 8:30
Breakfast, keep it simple
Cooked eggs and bread travel best for delicate stomachs.
- 10:00
Aqua park and kids play zone
Shade is limited, put the hats on before you go down.
- 15:00
Beach across the promenade
Bring your own water shoes, the shoreline has patches of rubble.
- 18:30
Ice cream on the Mamsha
Ten minutes outside the gate and the holiday feels like a real place.
Family things to do nearby
Aqua park in the morning
The kids play zone with small slides and sprays is fenced and shallow, so you can sit at the edge with a coffee.
Walk the Mamsha promenade
The seafront walkway has ice cream stalls and local cafes, and prices outside the resort are a fraction of inside.
Glass-bottom boat from the marina
A short taxi to the marina gets you a one-hour trip over the reef, which suits children too small to snorkel.
Is it right for your kids?
Baby
0 to 1 yr
Doable on a budget but thin on baby comforts: free cots, high chairs and little else. There is no baby food station.
Toddler
1 to 3 yrs
The fenced play zone and a kids club from three make this better for two to four year olds than most cheap resorts here.
Kid
4 to 11 yrs
Slides, six pools and animation all day. At this price it is hard to argue with for six to eleven year olds.
Teen
12 yrs and up
The promenade outside is the main draw for this age, since the in-house entertainment is aimed at younger children.
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Parents also ask
How old does a child have to be for the kids club?
It takes children from three up to twelve and it is included in the rate. Under-threes are welcome in the play area with a parent but not left in the club.
Is the beach directly at the hotel?
Not quite. The beach sits on the far side of the Al Mamsha seafront promenade, a few minutes' walk from the pool area, with loungers and umbrellas provided.
Is it safe to walk outside the resort with kids?
Yes, the promenade is busy and well lit in the evening. Expect friendly but persistent shop owners, and agree a price before any taxi ride.
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