Kempinski Hotel Soma Bay stands on the Red Sea shore on the Soma Bay peninsula, south of Hurghada, with sandy beaches and a resort feel that is deliberately calmer than central Hurghada. The hotel has 325 rooms and suites, a 5,700 square-metre pool landscape with a lazy river and a children's pool, and a Spa and Thalasso Centre. Dining includes Al Mar and Bamboo Shoot, with the Beachcomber Bar and the Laguna Club Lounge for drinks. It is a place to settle in rather than hop around.
Location and getting around: Soma Bay is a self-contained peninsula, so the hotel is quiet and green, with few outside distractions. Hurghada airport is a drive away and the hotel can arrange transfers, so ask about timing when you book. For excursions, boat trips to Giftun and Orange Bay, desert safaris and the Luxor day trip all collect from Soma Bay if you arrange them in advance, though pickups from outlying areas can carry a supplement, as the operator listings often state. A taxi into central Hurghada takes a while, so most guests treat the resort as their base and take one or two excursions.
Rooms and who it suits: the resort offers rooms and suites with sea, pool or garden views, and a Laguna Club Lounge for those who book the club level. The calm pool landscape and sandy beach make it a good fit for couples, honeymooners and families who want space rather than a party scene. The spa and thalasso centre suits wellness-minded guests. The children's pool is a plus, though you should ask the hotel for its current kids' programme if that matters.
Good to know: check which board basis your rate includes, and book restaurants early in the high season from October to April. Beach conditions can change with the wind, so ask about the water-sports schedule. Because Soma Bay is isolated, bring any special items you need, and expect resort pricing for extras. If you want nightlife or a market stroll, plan a day trip to El Gouna or the Hurghada marina.
Why stay here
- ✓5,700 sqm pool landscape with lazy river
- ✓Children’s pool
- ✓Spa and Thalasso Centre
- ✓Sandy Red Sea beach
- ✓Al Mar restaurant
- ✓Bamboo Shoot restaurant
- ✓Beachcomber Bar
- ✓Laguna Club Lounge
Good questions
How many rooms does the Kempinski Soma Bay have?+
The hotel states 325 rooms and suites. They are spread across a large beachfront resort, so it feels spacious rather than crowded.
Is it good for families?+
Yes, with a large pool landscape, a lazy river and a children's pool. Ask the hotel about its current kids' facilities when you book.
Is it close to central Hurghada?+
No, Soma Bay is a self-contained peninsula south of Hurghada. Plan excursions or a taxi if you want the marina, the old town or the aquarium.