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Nilkombi MS Nile Serenity + Jaz Makadi Star

HNH098

Product information

Combined product of a Nile cruise on the MS Nile Serenity and a beach holiday, including all intermediate transfers. Accommodation in the hotel will always be in the cheapest available room category. Boarding always takes place on Saturdays. The trip must be started at least one day in advance, as an overnight stay is mandatory. The next possible boarding date will always be taken.

Cruise details

MS Nile Serenity

Route/Ship location

Embarkation: Saturdays.
Route:
Day 1:
Arrival and embarkation. Visit to the Luxor Museum in the afternoon (3). Dinner and overnight on board in Luxor.
Day 2:
In the morning after breakfast, excursion to Thebes-West to the Temple of Hatshepsut (1,2,3) with a visit to the Colossi of Memnon (1,2,3). Visit to the Valley of the Kings (1,2,3). Lunch on board.
In the afternoon, sail to Esna. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 3:
In the morning after breakfast, visit to the Temple of Edfu (1,2,3).
Lunch on board and sail to Kom Ombo with a visit to the double temple (1,2,3).
Continue sailing to Aswan. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 4:
In the morning after breakfast, visit to the Aswan High Dam and the Old Dam in Aswan (1,2,3).
Then visit the Temple of Philae by motorboat (1,2,3). Lunch on board.
Afternoon felucca ride on the Nile (1,2,3).
Then visit a Nubian village (3).
Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 5:
Early in the morning at 3:30 AM, opportunity for an excursion to Abu Simbel by bus (2,3), breakfast package included.
Lunch on board. Overnight and dinner on board.
Day 6:
In the morning after breakfast, free time. You will have a day to relax and enjoy the ship as you sail downstream to Luxor.
Then opportunity for a sound and light show at the Karnak Temple (optional, can be booked on site).
Overnight and dinner on board.
Day 7:
At 5 AM, excursion by balloon (optional, can be booked on site).
Breakfast, visit to the East Bank, Karnak and Luxor Temples (1,2,3).
Lunch on board.
Dinner and overnight on board in Luxor.
Day 8:
Departure.
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The excursions listed in the itinerary are not included.
There is a German-speaking guide on board for the excursions.
The excursion package in which each excursion is included is always noted behind the excursions in the itinerary:
Excursion Package Classic=1
Excursion Package Classic Plus=2
Excursion Package Premium=3
The excursion packages can be booked optionally. Entrance fees are included in the excursion packages.
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Excursion Package Classic (bookable with code: KW Service: NILKLASS)
Luxor Temple
Karnak Temple
Hatshepsut Temple
Valley of the Kings in Luxor
Colossi of Memnon
Temple of Edfu
Temple of Kom Ombo
High Dam in Aswan
Felucca ride
Temple of Philae
->Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: €305 per person.
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Additional excursions in Excursion Package Classic Plus (bookable with code: KW Service: NILKLASSP)
Day trip by bus to Abu Simbel.
->Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: €429 per person.*******************************************************
Additional excursions in Excursion Package Premium (bookable with code: KW Service: NILPREMIUM)
Luxor Museum
Nubian Village in Aswan
->Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: €482 per person.
The completely renovated 5-star Nile ship has a total of 40 beautiful exterior cabins and suites spread across three decks. All cabins and suites have a balcony. Furthermore, the luxurious ship has a main restaurant, a reception, as well as a lounge bar and a small bazaar. The ship also offers the opportunity to stay fit in the fitness area. The pool on the sun deck invites you to cool off and relax. Enjoy the outdoor pool with a breathtaking view of the Nile. Bath towels are provided free of charge to guests.

Meals

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner as a buffet. Drinks available for a fee.

Entertainment

Occasional evening entertainment with folklore show and belly dancing.

Cabins

Executive Cabin

The Executive Cabins (KEX) are approx. 20 sqm in size and equipped with a private bathroom, shower, hairdryer, air conditioning, satellite TV, telephone, minibar, safe, and a balcony (approx. 2 sqm).
The Executive Cabins are located on the middle and upper decks.
Also bookable for single occupancy (EEX).

Hotel room with two single beds, large mirror, TV, and seating area.
Modern bathroom with toilet, sink, large mirror, and shower area.

Suite

The suites (S2) are equipped like the Executive Cabins, but larger (approx. 27 sqm). The beautiful balcony with a view of the Nile is approx. 3 sqm and invites you to linger. The suites are located on the Main Deck, Middle Deck, and Upper Deck.
Also bookable for single occupancy (S1).

Modern furnished hotel room with bed, TV, mirror, and two armchairs.
Small bathroom with toilet, sink, and separate shower area with frosted divider.

Economy Cabin

With the same amenities as the Executive Cabins, but slightly smaller.

Royal Suite

The Royal Suites (R2S) are more spacious (approx. 34 sqm) with similar amenities to the Executive Cabin and also feature a balcony of approx. 4 sqm. They also have a sofa and two armchairs in the integrated living area.
The Royal Suites are located on all three decks.

Hotel room with seating area, TV, rug, and balcony overlooking the water.
Modern bathroom with sink, mirror, and hairdryer.

Hotel notice

Ship address: Blue Sky Dock – beside Baghdadi Police check poiice
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Smoking is only permitted on the outer decks and on the balcony of your cabin.
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Cabin plan available. The request for a specific deck or cabin number can be entered as a non-binding customer request in the remarks field.
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Booking note: Please note that for a flight to/from Hurghada or Marsa Alam, at least one overnight stay in a hotel is required before or after the Nile cruise.
No overnight stay is necessary for a flight to/from Luxor.
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The transfer time from Hurghada or Marsa Alam is 7-8 hours depending on the hotel's location.
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Due to seasonal low water levels of the Nile or due to overload or maintenance of the Esna locks, the itinerary may change. In very rare cases, bus transfers or accommodation on an equivalent ship may be required to ensure the itinerary.
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As the ship offered is a motor ship, operational noises may occur.
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The ships sometimes dock one behind the other or side by side, so crossing other ships may be necessary. It may happen that the ship is not always accessible.
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Egypt is the land of Baksheesh: To save you the stress of constantly tipping on board, your local tour guide collects an amount of €8 per person per night on the boat, depending on the ship's category, at the beginning of the trip. This sum is used for all the "good spirits" who make your holiday as pleasant as possible and is considered a recommendation from us.
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When booking this ship, accommodation will be on the MS Nile Serenity or another ship with similar amenities and of the same category.
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Hotel code: LXR216

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Nilkombi MS Nile Serenity + Jaz Makadi Star

Combined product of a Nile cruise on the MS Nile Serenity and a beach holiday, including all intermediate transfers. Accommodation in the hotel will always be in the cheapest available room category. Boarding always takes place on Saturdays. The trip must be started at least one day in advance, as an overnight stay is mandatory. The next possible boarding date will always be taken.
Map

MS Nile Serenity

Route

Embarkation: Saturdays.
Route:
Day 1:
Arrival and embarkation. Visit to the Luxor Museum in the afternoon (3). Dinner and overnight on board in Luxor.
Day 2:
In the morning after breakfast, excursion to Thebes-West to the Temple of Hatshepsut (1,2,3) with a visit to the Colossi of Memnon (1,2,3). Visit to the Valley of the Kings (1,2,3). Lunch on board.
In the afternoon, sail to Esna. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 3:
In the morning after breakfast, visit to the Temple of Edfu (1,2,3).
Lunch on board and sail to Kom Ombo with a visit to the double temple (1,2,3).
Continue sailing to Aswan. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 4:
In the morning after breakfast, visit to the Aswan High Dam and the Old Dam in Aswan (1,2,3).
Then visit the Temple of Philae by motorboat (1,2,3). Lunch on board.
Afternoon felucca ride on the Nile (1,2,3).
Then visit a Nubian village (3).
Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 5:
Early in the morning at 3:30 AM, opportunity for an excursion to Abu Simbel by bus (2,3), breakfast package included.
Lunch on board. Overnight and dinner on board.
Day 6:
In the morning after breakfast, free time. You will have a day to relax and enjoy the ship as you sail downstream to Luxor.
Then opportunity for a sound and light show at the Karnak Temple (optional, can be booked on site).
Overnight and dinner on board.
Day 7:
At 5 AM, excursion by balloon (optional, can be booked on site).
Breakfast, visit to the East Bank, Karnak and Luxor Temples (1,2,3).
Lunch on board.
Dinner and overnight on board in Luxor.
Day 8:
Departure.
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The excursions listed in the itinerary are not included.
There is a German-speaking guide on board for the excursions.
The excursion package in which each excursion is included is always noted behind the excursions in the itinerary:
Excursion Package Classic=1
Excursion Package Classic Plus=2
Excursion Package Premium=3
The excursion packages can be booked optionally. Entrance fees are included in the excursion packages.
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Excursion Package Classic (bookable with code: KW Service: NILKLASS)
Luxor Temple
Karnak Temple
Hatshepsut Temple
Valley of the Kings in Luxor
Colossi of Memnon
Temple of Edfu
Temple of Kom Ombo
High Dam in Aswan
Felucca ride
Temple of Philae
->Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: €305 per person.
*******************************************************
Additional excursions in Excursion Package Classic Plus (bookable with code: KW Service: NILKLASSP)
Day trip by bus to Abu Simbel.
->Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: €429 per person.*******************************************************
Additional excursions in Excursion Package Premium (bookable with code: KW Service: NILPREMIUM)
Luxor Museum
Nubian Village in Aswan
->Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: €482 per person.

Facilities

The completely renovated 5-star Nile ship has a total of 40 beautiful exterior cabins and suites spread across three decks. All cabins and suites have a balcony. Furthermore, the luxurious ship has a main restaurant, a reception, as well as a lounge bar and a small bazaar. The ship also offers the opportunity to stay fit in the fitness area. The pool on the sun deck invites you to cool off and relax. Enjoy the outdoor pool with a breathtaking view of the Nile. Bath towels are provided free of charge to guests.

Accommodation

Executive Cabin

The Executive Cabins (KEX) are approx. 20 sqm in size and equipped with a private bathroom, shower, hairdryer, air conditioning, satellite TV, telephone, minibar, safe, and a balcony (approx. 2 sqm).
The Executive Cabins are located on the middle and upper decks.
Also bookable for single occupancy (EEX).

Hotel room with two single beds, large mirror, TV, and seating area.
Modern bathroom with toilet, sink, large mirror, and shower area.
Modern furnished hotel room with bed, TV, mirror, and two armchairs.
Small bathroom with toilet, sink, and separate shower area with frosted divider.

Suite

The suites (S2) are equipped like the Executive Cabins, but larger (approx. 27 sqm). The beautiful balcony with a view of the Nile is approx. 3 sqm and invites you to linger. The suites are located on the Main Deck, Middle Deck, and Upper Deck.
Also bookable for single occupancy (S1).

Economy Cabin

With the same amenities as the Executive Cabins, but slightly smaller.

Royal Suite

The Royal Suites (R2S) are more spacious (approx. 34 sqm) with similar amenities to the Executive Cabin and also feature a balcony of approx. 4 sqm. They also have a sofa and two armchairs in the integrated living area.
The Royal Suites are located on all three decks.

Hotel room with seating area, TV, rug, and balcony overlooking the water.
Modern bathroom with sink, mirror, and hairdryer.

Meals

Full Board

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner as a buffet. Drinks available for a fee.

Modern elegant restaurant with wooden tables, chairs, and subdued lighting

All Inclusive

Elegant, bright dining area with table settings and cushioned chairs in warm tones.

All Inclusive

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner buffet style.
Local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are included around the clock.
Minibar refilled once a week with soft drinks.
Fruit basket in the cabin once a week.

Not included in All Inclusive

International alcoholic beverages are available for a fee.

Sports included

Fitness area.

Entertainment

Occasional evening entertainment with folklore show and belly dancing.
Modern restaurant with long wooden tables, chairs, and a wine rack in the center.

Hotel Service

Free Wi-Fi in public areas.
It is possible to purchase a SIM card on board (approx. €25, but this may vary) with 4 GB to use the internet.
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Check-in: 12 PM.
Medical on-call service (for a fee).
Laundry service (for a fee).

Credit Card

MasterCard and VISA are accepted.

Hotel features

  • Wi-Fi
  • Fitness
  • Hotel safe

Note

Ship address: Blue Sky Dock – beside Baghdadi Police check poiice
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Smoking is only permitted on the outer decks and on the balcony of your cabin.
**************************************
Cabin plan available. The request for a specific deck or cabin number can be entered as a non-binding customer request in the remarks field.
****************************************
Booking note: Please note that for a flight to/from Hurghada or Marsa Alam, at least one overnight stay in a hotel is required before or after the Nile cruise.
No overnight stay is necessary for a flight to/from Luxor.
****************************************
The transfer time from Hurghada or Marsa Alam is 7-8 hours depending on the hotel's location.
****************************************
Due to seasonal low water levels of the Nile or due to overload or maintenance of the Esna locks, the itinerary may change. In very rare cases, bus transfers or accommodation on an equivalent ship may be required to ensure the itinerary.
****************************************
As the ship offered is a motor ship, operational noises may occur.
****************************************
The ships sometimes dock one behind the other or side by side, so crossing other ships may be necessary. It may happen that the ship is not always accessible.
****************************************
Egypt is the land of Baksheesh: To save you the stress of constantly tipping on board, your local tour guide collects an amount of €8 per person per night on the boat, depending on the ship's category, at the beginning of the trip. This sum is used for all the "good spirits" who make your holiday as pleasant as possible and is considered a recommendation from us.
****************************************
When booking this ship, accommodation will be on the MS Nile Serenity or another ship with similar amenities and of the same category.
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Hotel code: LXR216

Jaz Makadi Star

Location

Beach with sun umbrellas and loungers under blue sky, people relaxing there.
Camel sitting on the beach with people in the water and boats in the distance
Hotel complex with multiple pools, sun umbrellas, and multi-story buildings under a clear sky.
The luxurious hotel, built in Nubian style and belonging to the renowned Jaz Hotel chain, offers holidaymakers an oasis of peace. Located in the popular Madinat Makadi, the complex is about 400m from Makadi Bay. Experience the colorful underwater world of the Red Sea right on your own house reef, which extends almost to the beach. Here, beach holidays can be combined with wellness relaxation. You can unwind in the modern spa. In the nearby Makadi Center, you will find numerous shopping opportunities, or you can choose one of the cozy bars and restaurants. Hurghada Airport is approximately 35 km away.

Facilities

The cozy hotel complex is nestled in a beautiful garden, ensuring a relaxing holiday. Starting from May 1, 2026, the hotel will also be run as Adults Only (bookable for ages 16 and up). The resort has a total of 167 rooms spread throughout. The inviting lobby with reception warmly welcomes guests, making you feel comfortable from the very first moment. The main restaurant with a terrace and several bars cater to your culinary needs. Additionally, you will find further à la carte restaurants in Madinat Makadi, which can be used for a fee.
In the spacious garden, there is the heated swimming pool (in winter) with a pool/snackbar. There is a beach bar on the beach, which can be used free of charge during the day. Umbrellas, loungers, and beach towels are included at the pool and on the beach.
Elegant hotel lobby with marble floor, rounded arches, and plants on the sides.
Illuminated hotel terrace with guests seated at tables and trees at night.
Hotel leisure area with pool, sun umbrellas, and loungers under clear sky.

Accommodation

Hotel room with double bed, desk, chair, and balcony overlooking a lake.
Bright hotel room with double bed, TV, desk, and terrace overlooking garden and pool.
Modern hotel bathroom sink area with large mirrors and warm lighting.
Modern hotel room with double bed, desk, and balcony overlooking a pool.

Double Superior

The tastefully furnished Double Superior rooms (DSU) are approx. 32 sqm in size and are equipped with a shower/WC, hairdryer, air conditioning, safe, telephone, satellite TV, refrigerator, and a balcony or terrace.
Also bookable at an extra charge with pool view (DSP).
Also bookable for single use (DEU/ESP).

Family Room

The Family Rooms (DF2) are larger than the Double Superior rooms with the same amenities, measuring 45 sqm. Bookable until April 30, 2026.

Junior Suite Pool View

The elegant Junior Suites (J2P) have the same amenities as the Double Superior rooms but feature a bedroom, a living room with a connecting door, and 2 bathrooms/WC. The Junior Suites are approx. 64 sqm in size.

Bright hotel room with double bed, TV, desk, and terrace overlooking garden and pool.

Deluxe Garden

The Deluxe Rooms with garden view (D2G) are larger than the Double Superior rooms with the same amenities and have 45 sqm. Bookable from May 1, 2026.

Elegant bedroom with decorative canopy bed and view of an outdoor pool.
View through an archway into a luxurious bedroom with a canopy bed and brown decor.
Cozy pool area with sun umbrella, lounge chairs, and a dining table in the garden.
Cozy hotel room with sitting area, open access to bedroom, and view of terrace

Royal Suite

In addition to the amenities of the Double Superior rooms, the Royal Suite (RS) offers a king-size bed, a private (heated in winter) pool, and a terrace. They are approx. 80 sqm in size and can accommodate 2 adults.

Meals

All Inclusive

All Inclusive

Breakfast from 7-10 AM, lunch from 12:30-2:30 PM, and dinner from 6:30-9 PM in buffet form. Dinner is optionally available in an à la carte restaurant by prior reservation (included once per stay with reservation).
Late risers' breakfast from 10:30-11:30 AM, coffee, tea, and pastries from 4-5 PM. The minibar is subject to an extra charge from November 1, 2025.
Local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are available from 9 AM to midnight at the respective open bar. Imported alcohol is available for a fee.

Dine Around

Dinner can also be enjoyed at one of the à la carte restaurants in Madinat Makadi. Dinner is only possible with prior reservation and is included once per stay.
The following restaurants are available in Madinat Makadi:
- Indian Restaurant "Amaya" (located in the Hotel "Jaz Makadi Star")
- Asian Restaurant "Makai Tukai" (located in the Hotel "Jaz Makadi Saraya")
- Italian Restaurant "Nino's" (located in the Hotel "Jaz Makadi Saraya")
- Oriental Restaurant "Sofra" (located in the Hotel "Jaz Makadi Saraya")
- Grill Restaurant "The Grill" (located in the Hotel "Jaz Makadi Saraya")
- Mediterranean Restaurant "Aqua" (located in the Hotel "Jaz Makadina")
- Mediterranean Restaurant "Beach" (located in the Hotel "Iberotel Makadi Beach")
The following restaurants are also located in Madinat Makadi, but they are not included in Dine Around and can only be used for a fee:
- Egyptian Restaurant "Felfela" (located in the Hotel "Jaz Aquaviva")
- Italian Restaurant "Paprika" (located in the Hotel "Jaz Aquaviva")

Sports included

Table tennis, beach volleyball, and water polo.
• Fitness room from 8 AM to 8 PM
• Billiards from 9 AM to 12 AM
• Tennis court from 8 AM to 8 PM (tennis court and rackets included)
• Table football from 10 AM to 10 PM
• Table tennis from 10 AM to 10 PM
• Snorkeling equipment from 7 AM to 4 PM (2 hours free daily, service at the towel house) on the beach
• Board games available free of charge at the pool bar from 9 AM to 12 AM

Sports for a fee

Various water sports activities offered by local providers on the beach, including water skiing, diving school, surfing, and catamaran sailing.
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"Makadi Water World" Aqua Park: Admission for a fee (can be booked on site) to the aqua park in Madinat Makadi with 50 different slides for children and adults. Snacks and soft drinks are included. Shuttle buses are available in all Jaz Hotels in Madinat Makadi (schedules at reception).
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The 18-hole, par-72 championship golf course, designed by John Sanford, is located in Madinat Makadi and offers an inviting environment for golf enthusiasts. Guests of Madinat Makadi have access to a golf school where golf equipment can be rented on site. A driving range and a clubhouse with a pro shop are also available, each for a fee.
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Green fees as an additional service (HRGMAKGAD) bookable in the booking system (valid only for guests in selected Jaz Hotel Group properties):
1x9 holes
1x 18 holes
3x 18 holes
5x 18 holes
(2nd round of golf possible on the same day upon request); transfer from the hotel to the golf courses included.
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When booking a green fee package, please contact the following email address to reserve your desired tee times:
info.golfmakadi@jazhotels.com
Please note that it is mandatory to attach your booking confirmation to your email to complete the reservation.
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Golf luggage, both for flights and for transfers on site, must be registered !!!
Golf luggage on transfer (must be registered in advance): For landings in Hurghada, €30 per piece of luggage/route. Payable on site to the transfer tour guide.
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The prerequisite for playing on the courses is a German Platzreife (golf proficiency certificate) with a maximum handicap of 36.
When booking, an email address will be provided on site where tee times must be reserved.
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Four people playing golf on a green golf course under a clear sky.
A person is driving a golf cart on a green golf course.
Man playing golf on a green course under a clear sky.

Children's program

Kids' club for ages 4-12 from 10 AM-1 PM and from 3 PM-5 PM.

Wellness

Luxurious spa room with marble bathtub and candle lighting in an elegant hotel.
The large Mividaspa area (for a fee) offers a wide range of wellness services such as sauna and whirlpool (included once per stay) as well as massages and other treatments (for a fee).

Entertainment

Daily animation program and evening entertainment with live music and dancing.

Hotel Service

Wi-Fi is available free of charge.
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• Room service 24 hours (for a fee)
• Laundry service (for a fee)
• Dine-Around (for a fee) offers a wide selection of various cuisines. For reservations, please contact reception or your guest relations.

Credit Card

Visa, Mastercard, AMEX.
ATM available in the hotel.

Hotel features

  • Internet
  • Sauna
  • Animation
  • Fitness
  • Kids' Club/Mini Club
  • Air conditioning
  • Hotel safe
  • Children's playground
  • Children's pool
  • Massages
  • Spa
  • Tennis
  • Golf
  • Diving
  • Wi-Fi
  • Club
  • Shopping facilities
  • Sandy beach
  • Close to the beach
  • Family-friendly
  • Extended hygiene concept

Note

The corals partly grow up to the shore area, so we recommend bringing bathing shoes.
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When choosing your hotel and destination airport, please note that especially when combining "Marsa Alam Airport - Hurghada Hotel" and vice versa "Hurghada Airport - Marsa Alam Hotel", very long distances have to be covered and a long transfer should be expected. This also applies if this hotel is booked after a Nile cruise.
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The hotel does not have barrier-free rooms.
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MADINAT MAKADI
HURGHADA/EGYPT
0020-653590580
0020-65390589
fo@makadistar@jazhotels.com

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Last updated: 11.03.2026 16:27