A guide to nightlife in Hurghada

Chill out with a cocktail at Caribbean Beach Bar

This casual beach restaurant is a hub for local nightlife and is the perfect place to watch the sunset with panoramic views of the iridescent Red Sea. The venue exudes a tropical ambience, from its rustic yet elegant lounge environment to its delicious frozen mango daiquiris, which can be enjoyed outside on the wooden decking.

If you fancy a snack, the bar serves up fresh salads, a wide variety of grilled delicacies and elegant international cuisine before turning into a vibrant night spot. It regularly features live Champions League games on the big screen and enjoys karaoke every Tuesday and a big BBQ party on Saturdays.

Biggest club nights at Papas Beach Club

This beach club may ooze tranquility by day, but as soon as the sun goes down Papas Beach Club turns into a vibrant nightclub attracting huge crowds from all over the world, many of whom book cheap Hurghada holidays just to party at venues like this. DJs thump out an eclectic mix of music from house to R&B and hip hop.

Located down by the marina, the venue hosts regular club nights, including White Sensation and Full Moon, where you can expect great drinks deals and dancing until 4am. Foam parties and karaoke are always popular, fun evenings out, while ladies night promises free entry to women along with several free drinks.

Catch a game at Retro Bar

With large screens showing all major sporting events, pool tables, darts and comforting pub grub, Retro Bar offers a real home from home experience in downtown Hurghada. Located near the Sunrise Holiday Resort Hotel in the Sakala district, this popular sports bar is easy to find and only a two-minute taxi ride from the marina.

Along with Soltan, the in–house Labrador welcomes everybody who visits. Here, you’ll find a beautiful outside terrace where you can enjoy bottles of ice cold Sakara Gold or tasty cocktails in the cool evening breeze. With live music events every Saturday and delicious steak nights every Monday, you’ll be treated like family at this warm and friendly British-style bar.

Cool off at Subzero Ice Bar

If the heat is getting too much for you, look no further than the Subzero Ice Bar. Don your cold-resistant cape and gloves as you go from the 30°C heat outside to the -7°C air inside the ice chamber. The experience lasts around half an hour and you’ll receive a cooling cocktail and shot as part of the entrance fee. It’s a must-visit venue during your time in hot Hurghada.

Electro-lounge music at Little Buddha

Considered one of the hottest places in Hurghada, Little Buddha welcomes you with a giant Amitabha Buddha statue and exquisite eastern decor. Spread over two floors, connected by a sweeping, colonial-style mahogany staircase, guests can enjoy a delicious sushi dinner before making their way onto the dancefloors. Here you’ll party with the resident DJs playing the best in electro music.

Ladies are in luck on a Wednesday or Saturday, as ladies night means they receive free entry and drinks, leaving holidaymakers with no excuses not to party.