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Fort Arabesque Resort Spa and Villas
Egypt, Africa
Makadi Bay
Hotel Lies in the most beautiful cove of Makadi Bay only 20 km south of Hurghada Airport and is situated between yellow dunes and a mountain areaFort Arabesque Resort Spa and Villas lies in the most beautiful cove of Makadi Bay Not like any other hotel the fort arabesque is offering its guests a unique all-inclusive concept with a variety of different outlets four restaurants and five bars serving the inclusive concept Fort Arabesque hotel promises tranquility and opulence with its luxurious rooms and suites and private apartments
Facilities
- Darts
- Paddle tennis
- Tennis*
- Billiards
- Beauty salon*
- Spa treatments*
- Massage*
- Steam bath*
- Sauna*
- TV lounge
- Please note some facilities may incur an additional fee
Due to the surrounding area and the number of steps around the hotel, it may not be suitable for those with mobility difficulties.
The Local Area
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Another fantastic, wonderful experience at the Fort 🥰
Another Fantastic Stay at Four Arabesque Villas
I honestly don’t think I can explain who much we LOVE the Fort ❤️
We’ve stayed at Four Arabesque Villas before, and once again, we had a fantastic and very enjoyable stay. From the moment we arrived, we felt incredibly well looked after. The staff throughout the resort are extremely hard-working, friendly, attentive and always willing to go the extra mile. Nothing ever seemed too much trouble.
A special mention has to go to the team at Club 159. The service was excellent throughout our stay, the soups were particularly good, and the bar snacks were also delicious. The portion sizes at Club 159 are also very generous, so you certainly won’t leave feeling hungry.
The coleslaw was one of my favourites, and the dauphinoise potatoes were also very good. The espresso martinis were really good, as were the strawberry daiquiris. We also really enjoyed the apple pie and ice cream, which were delicious.
Yusury, Abdul Abraham, Abdullah Mohammed and Hakam from Club 159 were all extremely attentive, friendly and welcoming. They always made us feel looked after and were a real credit to the resort. Hakam always called me “Miss Alina”, remembering guests names makes you feel very special 🥰.
The evening entertainment at Club 159 was brilliant. The lady leading the entertainment really got everybody involved, singing and dancing, and created such a fantastic atmosphere. On our last night, the staff even joined in with us, which gave the evening an extra-special touch and was a lovely way to finish our stay.
We also want to mention Mohammed, who worked tirelessly to keep the toilets at Club 159 in excellent condition. He was always friendly and welcoming. The cleaning team throughout the resort are also extremely hard-working, and it really shows in the cleanliness and presentation of the resort.
Adults-Only Buffet
We also really enjoyed the adults-only buffet section. The choice of soups was consistently very good, and the rotisserie chicken was particularly delicious. There was also a good selection of fresh salads, and the Indian corner was always excellent and something we really looked forward to.
The only area where we felt the service could be slightly improved was with the drinks. At times, it could be a little slow, although this didn’t detract from the overall quality and variety of the food.
Breakfast and Dinner at the Pavilion
Breakfast at the Pavilion was brilliant. The Eggs Florentine were my favourite, and the sparkling wine at breakfast was a lovely touch. Mohamed and Romany were both extremely attentive and friendly and always made us feel welcome.
We also went to the Pavilion a couple of times in the evening for dinner and really enjoyed it. The soups there were very good, and we also enjoyed a couple of the specials, including the chicken cordon bleu and the beef steak. The rose petals on the table were a really lovely touch and made the evening feel extra special.
We also enjoyed having breakfast delivered to our villa one morning, which was really lovely. The eggs were still perfectly runny, and there was a great selection of pastries and fresh fruit.
Beach Service
The beach service was another highlight. Faoud was fantastic and incredibly attentive. He made sure we always had the drinks we wanted and, impressively, remembered our preferred drinks every morning. The beach team were very pleasant without ever being over the top. Even though we didn’t have a red flag out, they respected our space and didn’t constantly approach us, which we really appreciated.
The beach itself was beautifully clean, and the grounds throughout Four Arabesque Villas were immaculate. You can see how much effort the extremely hard-working teams put into keeping everything looking so beautiful.
Villa & Housekeeping
The housekeeping team were also excellent. Our villa was always beautifully tidied, the minibar was kept well stocked, and the toiletries provided were very good.
We loved the thoughtful touches in the villa, including the sarongs, sun hat, beach bag and shawl. There was also a floatie in the villa for us to use, which was a lovely addition.
The minibar selection was very good, with Pringles, peanuts and crisps provided as well. These little touches really do make a difference.
The laundry service was a really, really nice touch too. Being able to come home at the end of our holiday with clean, freshly ironed clothes was a bit of a treat and made coming home that little bit easier.
La Piazza
We also enjoyed a meal at La Piazza, where Ahmed was fantastic. He was very funny, remembered what drinks we liked and provided excellent service. We particularly enjoyed the Bolognese there.
Massages, Beauty Centre & Gym
We had three massages each during our stay, which we paid for, and they were all very good. The massage staff were professional and attentive, and we really enjoyed the treatments.
We also visited the beauty centre and had a fantastic facial, which was at a very good price. The gym is also well equipped and has everything you need for a good workout while you’re away.
Medical Care
I did unfortunately need to use the resort’s doctor’s clinic during our stay, where we saw Dr Mena. The service was very quick and efficient, and I felt much better after just a couple of days, so I was very pleased with the care I received.
We also had to visit El Gouna Hospital. Although the ambulance cost considerably more than we had originally been told, the hospital itself was very quick and efficient. We were seen promptly and received the care we needed, which we really appreciated.
A Couple of Suggestions
One small suggestion would be regarding the Club 159 bar snacks. We enjoyed them so much that it would be lovely if they could perhaps be incorporated into some sort of afternoon snack service from around 4pm. We do appreciate, however, that the staff are extremely hard-working and need to get the kitchen ready for the evening dinner service, so we completely understand that this may not be practical.
The sparkling wine at breakfast was another lovely touch. It is a little disappointing, though, that it costs €7 at dinner, as it would be lovely to be able to enjoy it in the evening without the additional charge.
One point that is in no way a reflection on the resort itself, but may be useful for other guests: be mindful of the pharmacy operating from the resort. We found that the prices were considerably higher than those charged by chemists outside the resort, and we noticed stickers being placed over the original prices.
It is worth noting that the Egyptian Drug Authority (EDA) has a formal pharmaceutical pricing process covering both locally manufactured and imported medicines, with the approved price forming part of the regulatory process. EDA guidance also requires the price to be shown on the outer packaging of pharmaceutical products. With that in mind, guests may want to check the price printed on the packaging and shop around before purchasing medicines from the resort pharmacy. There are chemists outside the resort that charge prices in line with the EDA and can also deliver for a very good price, so it’s definitely worth comparing prices.
We also enjoyed the friendly LIFEGUARDS working around the beach. One of them was particularly helpful in finding some really nice shells and stones for us, which was a lovely personal touch. They also do an amazing job ensuring guests respect the beautiful corals and sea life.
Overall
Overall, we genuinely felt very well looked after throughout our entire stay. The staff are what really make Four Arabesque Villas so special. They are extremely hard-working, consistently friendly and attentive, and always seem willing to go that extra mile to make sure guests are happy. I didn’t want to leave.
We enjoyed ourselves so much that we’ve already booked to return next year, this time staying in one of the private pool villas, and we’re already really looking forward to coming back.
Thank you to everyone at Four Arabesque Villas for another fantastic stay. We can’t wait to return!
Great time in Egypt
The hotel itself is really lovely – so much green space, beautiful gardens, and just an overall great vibe.
But honestly, what made our holiday so amazing was Kaan from the animation team! He’s super friendly and just has such great vibes. What I loved most was that he never pressured me to join in when I just wanted to chill, but playing darts with him ended up being my favorite part of the trip haha. Really appreciated his energy, he made the whole stay so much better! 🫶
Definitely recommend this hotel and would love to come back again!
Fantastic holiday!
Can't fault this place. Superb beachfront location and the snorkeling was amazing! Saw a turtle, hundreds of different fish, a giant moray eel, and drifted for hours over the coral gardens on the house reef. Quiet and peaceful atmosphere. Service was great. Clean, spacious room. Netflix and prime were on the smart TV. We stayed in the beach resort and had the super all inclusive upgrade so got a reserved beach bed and could use the restaurants in the west bay as well as beach resort. Tasty food - the buffets, especially the one in the west bay area had so much choice we didn't need to eat at an alacarte once. Nice tasty food. Worth every penny. We will be back!
Review by beesleyism Windsor, United Kingdom
Thank you
When I stayed at Rixos Premium Magawish in Hurghada in June, I also visited Fort Arabesque. I work in a travel agency and whenever I have the opportunity, I like to personally visit hotels that I sell to my clients.
During that visit, I was shown around the hotel by a very kind young member of staff who communicated with me in Russian. He took plenty of time to show me the different parts of the hotel and gave me a lot of useful and detailed information. Thanks to him, I was able to get a very good impression of the hotel during my very first visit.
I liked Fort Arabesque so much that as soon as I returned home, I immediately booked a one-week stay in the West Bay section. I came back at the end of August with friends.
I was staying alone in my room and had booked a Premium room with a sea view. When making the reservation, I requested a ground-floor room and I really appreciated that the hotel fulfilled my request. I did indeed receive a beautiful ground-floor room with a lovely view.
Although the hotel is officially rated four stars, in my opinion the level of service is better than in quite a few five-star hotels. Through both my work and personal travels, I know many hotels in Hurghada, Makadi Bay and Sahl Hasheesh, and I would definitely rank Fort Arabesque very highly.
I was pleasantly surprised that the minibar was included in the price of the stay. I was also impressed to find several types of fresh juice available at breakfast, something that is often associated more with Ultra All Inclusive hotels.
The main restaurant in West Bay deserves a special mention. The staff were highly professional, the food was excellent, varied and changed regularly. Everything was very well seasoned and the presentation of the buffet was exemplary.
One person in our group follows a gluten-free diet, and this was another area where the hotel pleasantly surprised us. Every day, a chef personally walked him through the restaurant and showed him which dishes were suitable for him. Gluten-free pasta was also always prepared for him. A big compliment to the kitchen and to the hotel for this level of personal attention.
From the à la carte options, we chose the dinner by the sea in one of the pavilions. Once again, the food was very tasty. The dishes were grilled, there were several options to choose from and there was live music during dinner. It was a very enjoyable evening. It is worth knowing, however, that although the dinner itself was included in our stay, drinks had to be paid for separately.
The entire resort is very spacious and consists of three different sections – The Villas, Beach Resort and West Bay. In my opinion, the size of the resort is actually one of its advantages. In the evening, it is lovely to walk around the grounds. The gardens are beautifully maintained and you can constantly see staff taking care of them. After dark, the entire resort is very nicely illuminated.
In the different sections of the hotel you can find live music and evening entertainment, so there is always something to choose from depending on your mood.
I would also like to mention the bars. In the lobby bar in West Bay there was an excellent bartender who made fantastic drinks, not only in terms of taste but also presentation. We experienced the same high standard of service at the Jungle Bar by the pool.
We also really enjoyed going to Luuma, the Mexican bar by the beach. The drinks were excellent, the setting was very pleasant and everything was clearly explained. If you wanted something extra, for example a strawberry daiquiri prepared with fresh strawberries, there was an additional charge, but the price list was clearly displayed, so you knew exactly what you were paying for. The ice creams were very tasty and were included in the All Inclusive.
The only significant negative point I have to mention is the Wi-Fi.
Because I also work while travelling, I need to keep my work data secure. I therefore use both antivirus software and a VPN on my laptop. A member of staff at reception explained to me that this might have been the reason why I had problems connecting to the hotel Wi-Fi.
I understand that technical settings can vary, but during the same year I also worked from Rixos Premium Magawish and Steigenberger Pure Lifestyle, often almost nonstop, and despite using the same antivirus software and VPN, I had no similar problems connecting to their Wi-Fi.
At Fort Arabesque I was practically unable to use the hotel Wi-Fi on my laptop and had to rely on my own mobile data from my phone instead.
For guests who need to work during their stay, I think this is definitely something that could be improved. If this issue were solved, the stay would have been practically perfect for me.
And now to the very best part – the beach and the sea.
Together with my friends, we also used the beach service and I have to say it was absolutely excellent. But for me, the greatest treasure of Fort Arabesque is the sea itself.
The underwater world directly in front of the hotel is incredibly rich and colourful. I have seen many beautiful places, including the Maldives, but what I experienced in the sea at Fort Arabesque genuinely impressed me. The amount of fish, corals and colours just a few metres from the shore is truly beautiful.
For me, it was pure therapy for the soul.
Jana from Slovak Rep.
Review by Vacation64142115360 Kosice, Slovakia
Fabulous Week
Having just spent a week at Fort Arabesque in West Bay, the adults only section I can totally understand why there were so many repeat guests. Firstly there was the snorkelling which was the main thing that attracted us to this hotel. It was absolutely incredible! We literally walked in from the beach via a roped channel to protect the coral which meant that even the most nervous of swimmers could enjoy the spectacular marine life without having to go out of their depth. The variety of form and colour rivals that which I had seen in The Great Barrier Reef. The hotel itself is beautifully designed and set amongst well-tended, pretty gardens with a great variety of eating and drinking areas. The buffet restaurant in West Bay was excellent with a wonderful choice of food to suit all tastes. It was fresh, plentiful and tasty. Alongside the buffet is the Mexican corner, Thai, Indian and Italian corners. I particularly enjoyed the freshly wok-fried stir fries cooked by Chef Keng but all the food was tasty. The managers and West Bay restaurant staff were attentive and particular mention goes to Ahmed and Karim who became our main waiters - always there with a smile and remembering our preferred drinks. The waiter-serviced Greek Restaurant was delicious and the manager Ibrahim remembered us from the day we had placed our reservation and warmly welcomed us back. Our main waiters were Sultan and Ali who, like all staff were well-trained and professional. There are several bars but our favourite was the bar in reception where we were mainly served by the lovely Ayman who was always so happy at his work and makes a great cocktail! In the evenings he can also be found at the West Bay pool bar where we enjoyed regular live, chilled out music. During the day Yasser was fantastic keeping an eye on guests round the West Bay pool, checking those who needed shade had it and always ready with a smile and chat and Moamen regularly served drinks to us, again with a bright smile. Would love to mention more names but suffice to say from start to finish every member of staff was friendly, professional and went out of their way to ensure all guests needs were attended to.
