Mövenpick Resort El Quseir in Egypt offers a serene Red Sea escape with private hot tubs, desert views and a peaceful alternative to Hurghada, with easyJet flights from Newcastle available from £71 one way in November 2026.
A Nubian-Style Retreat on El Quadim Bay
Set on Egypt's El Quadim Bay, the resort feels more like a Nubian village than a conventional hotel. Clay-coloured buildings, winding garden paths and flowering bougainvillea blend into the landscape rather than dominate it.
Guests can stay in a Nubian Suite with a hot tub overlooking the sea and a balcony where the light changes throughout the day. By mid-afternoon, everything is bathed in gold and amber, with time measured by the colours rather than the clock.
Service, Dining and a Quieter Pace
The service is memorable, with staff returning lost sunglasses to a guest at dinner, and meals offering baba ghanoush, tabbouleh, falafel, grilled fish, steak, lobster and large prawns across venues such as Al Fresco and Fisherman's Restaurant.
El Quseir is not the place for lively nightlife, busy shopping streets or a packed schedule of attractions. Beyond the resort, the town is relatively quiet, offering a different experience from Egypt's busier tourist centres. Excursions are available, but there is no pressure to fill every day.
Environmental Initiatives and Getting There
The resort runs environmental initiatives, including Geb's Garden supplying seasonal ingredients to its kitchens, conservation efforts protecting the nearby house reef, reusable glass water bottles and the removal of disposable plastics.
Guests can explore the Red Sea's underwater wildlife, ride a camel named Sinbad along the shoreline, or simply watch the sea change colour. EasyJet operates direct flights from Newcastle to Hurghada, with fares for November 2026 available from £71 one way per person, subject to availability. The resort is roughly two hours' drive south of Hurghada along the Red Sea coast.
For those wanting a break from crowds and noise, El Quseir offers a chance to stop, slow down and feel more refreshed. Tour operators provide packages incorporating flights and lodging, with half-board and all-inclusive arrangements available, and rates fluctuate according to season, departure terminal and availability. Two people can stay at the resort for seven days this December for £778.
