Hotels with an aquapark in Sharm el-Sheikh: where to stay with kids

"Sharm el-Sheikh hotel with aquapark" is a search that comes up again and again among Algerian families planning a Red Sea holiday. In Sharm el-Sheikh, at the southern tip of Sinai, many resorts have their own water park, with slides, pools for little ones and activities all day long. Here are some hotels known for their aquapark, what to check before booking, and one important point if you were thinking of the Rixos with your children.

Nabq Bay, the area of big family resorts

Nabq Bay, in the north of the resort, is home to many of the large all-inclusive hotels with an aquapark. It is often the easiest choice for families: pools, beach, restaurants and kids' club are all within the same grounds, and you hardly need to leave the hotel. Naama Bay, further south, is the lively area, with its promenade, restaurants and shops: handy with teenagers who want to go out in the evening. To compare the areas, see our page on hotels in Sharm el-Sheikh.

Hotels known for their aquapark

• Rixos Premium Seagate (Nabq Bay): a large family resort with a water park and the "Rixy" kids' club. A Rixos designed for families.
• Pickalbatros Aqua Park Resort Sharm El Sheikh: as the name says, the aquapark is at the heart of the hotel, with a wide choice of slides and activities for children.
• Coral Sea Holiday Resort & Aqua Park and Coral Sea Aqua Club: two Coral Sea hotels that each have their own water park, with slides and pools for children.
• Charmillion Club Aquapark (Nabq Bay): an aquapark popular with families, at the heart of an all-inclusive club.
• Rehana Royal Beach Resort – Aquapark & Spa (Nabq Bay): a resort with an aquapark and a spa; read recent reviews before booking, as they are mixed.

This list is not a ranking, and both prices and rooms change with the dates. Choose your dates on our Sharm el-Sheikh page to see what can actually be booked.

Rixos Sharm El Sheikh is now adults only

Watch out for the confusion between the Rixos hotels in Sharm el-Sheikh. Rixos Sharm El Sheikh, in Nabq Bay, is now presented as an "Adults Only 18+" hotel: it only accepts adults aged 18 and over. It is therefore not suitable for a stay with children, or with teenagers under 18. If you want to stay with the brand, Rixos Premium Seagate, on the other hand, welcomes families, with its water park and kids' club.

The same principle applies elsewhere: some resorts have an adults-only section, others only accept families and couples, and say so in their name. Always read the hotel's full name and its terms before booking.

What to check before booking

• Accepted ages: "adults only", "families and couples only"… it is often part of the hotel's name.
• Minimum height for slides: the biggest slides are often off-limits to small children; ask if your children are young.
• Aquapark opening hours: it is not necessarily open from morning to evening.
• A heated pool in winter: useful for the December or February holidays, when mornings are cooler; ask before booking.
• What "all-inclusive" covers: meals, drinks, ice cream and snacks, à la carte restaurants. The package differs from one hotel to another.
• Recent reviews: the condition of rooms, pools and slides changes from one season to the next; rely on reviews less than six months old.
• The cancellation terms of the offer you choose.
• Married couples: bring your family record book and check the hotel's policy.

When to go with the family?

Winter is mild and sunny in Sharm el-Sheikh: it is a popular destination for the December and spring holidays, when the Mediterranean is too cool. Summer is very hot; with young children, plan pool time in the morning and late afternoon. Book early: big family hotels fill up quickly during school holidays.

What about Hurghada?

Hurghada, which many people search for under its Arabic name El Ghardaqa, also has several hotels with an aquapark, on the African coast of the Red Sea. To compare the two resorts with children, read our article Sharm el-Sheikh or Hurghada with the family.

Visa and formalities

In principle, Algerian citizens, children included, must get a visa before travelling to Egypt; check the current requirements with an Egyptian embassy or consulate, or on the official website, before you travel. Nreservi does not handle visa applications.

Book your Sharm el-Sheikh hotel and pay in dinars

On Nreservi, you book your Sharm el-Sheikh hotel online. In Algeria, you pay in dinars without a bank card: BaridiMob, bank transfer or cash at our Telemly agency. Living abroad? You can also pay online by card, and your voucher is sent to you once the payment is made. More details in our guide to booking a hotel without a credit card.

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