JAZ Makadi Star and Spa is a smaller five-star resort in Makadi Bay, set beside a golf course with 167 individually furnished rooms. Room types include junior suites, royal suites with a private pool, and deluxe and superior garden or pool-view rooms. The rate is all-inclusive, covering buffet meals, snacks and non-alcoholic drinks with gratuities included, though one reviewer notes that premium spirits cost extra. The hotel has an outdoor pool with sun loungers, a heated pool in the Royal Suite area and a hot tub, together with a spa that offers massages and an outdoor tennis court. Free breakfast, free self-parking, free in-room Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service are listed.
Location and getting around
Makadi Bay is a quieter stretch of the coast south of Hurghada, and the airport is about forty-six minutes by car, so plan for a longer transfer than the Village Road resorts. The nearest beach is a short walk away, and snorkeling, scuba diving and beach volleyball are available nearby.
The hotel lists free water park access and a free theme park shuttle, which is a great perk for families, as Makadi Water World is close by. A convenience store and an ATM are on site, but for restaurants and shops you will rely on the resort or a short ride.
Rooms, dining and board
The resort has an onsite buffet restaurant, a poolside bar and a beach bar, with a handful of restaurants within walking distance. Rooms have air conditioning, and the Royal Suites with private pools are the main splurge. The spa area is described by one review as shared with other nearby JAZ hotels. The name suggests a minimum age of sixteen, while the property page also calls the resort family-friendly, so confirm the age policy with the hotel before you book if you plan to travel with children.
Who it suits
Couples and adult travellers who want a quieter all-inclusive resort with the option of a private-pool suite, golfers who like to be next to a course and guests who want easy access to the water park. If you want a big-resort buzz with lots of children's entertainment, a larger property will suit you better. Reviews for the resort are high, but ratings change, so check recent comments.
Because Makadi Bay is a long way from the town centre, plan your excursions in advance. Desert safaris, the Bedouin camp day and island cruises can collect from the resort, but pickup costs may differ from Hurghada-based hotels. Ask the hotel which restaurants and activities are open in your travel month, and whether a golf package suits your plans.
Why stay here
- ✓Pool with sun loungers
- ✓Heated pool in Royal Suite area
- ✓Hot tub
- ✓Spa with massages
- ✓Outdoor tennis court
- ✓Beach bar and buffet restaurant
- ✓Free water park access
- ✓All-inclusive board
Good questions
How many rooms does JAZ Makadi Star and Spa have?+
The hotel lists 167 rooms, including royal suites with private pools.
Is the water park free?+
The hotel lists free water park access and a free theme park shuttle.
Is it adults only?+
The name suggests a minimum age of sixteen, but the page also calls it family-friendly. Confirm the policy with the hotel.
