Overall way a lovely relaxing stay. The resort is generally clean and well maintained. The rooms we booked were spacious and have a nice view on the beach. The breakfast is good but the quality and the cooking could be better.
The beach is not large but there were always spots available. The water is calm and warm (in September) as it is an artificial bay not the open sea water making it very suitable for families with small kids. This is a plus since the many days the mediterranean can be high and unswimmable. The sea bed has some black sand underneath with faul odour but generally it is covered and not directly noticeable.
The main downside is the location. It is about 30 minutes drive from the city center, with virtually no services around. One has to order either a taxi or have a car to move around. But there are delivery services if you need food if you ask the reception, as it might require an arabic speaker.
Lastly, the staff are very friendly and were always eager to help.
- Ahmad Adel Hassan
This is my most honest assessment. For just over 1,000 RMB (including two meals), with a private beach, a clean pool, spacious rooms, and a buffet, it's a fantastic option. I hope the following advice will serve as a reminder to those planning a trip to Matrouh. Don't try to save money by staying in private apartments. They're filthy, the food in town is poor, and there's a lot of rip-offs. Matrouh's public beaches are simply for locals to enjoy the sea. How high are Egyptians' incomes? You can imagine the service and quality, but most importantly, there are crowds of Arabs playing around. You're spending a small amount of money, but are you happy? You might as well stay in Guangxi or some other lesser-known beach.
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