Marsa Alam Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Marsa Alam, Red Sea Governorate

A visit to the historical sites in Marsa Alam is probably at the top of your sightseeing itinerary. While you’re here, you can visit the marina and coral reefs.

Based on our travel expertise, Marsa Alam Inn is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features 2 restaurants and free Wi-Fi.

Marsa Alam is home to 82 lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Favourite places to visit include Marsa Alam Beach, Abu Dabab Beach and Turtle Bay Beach. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Wadi El Gemal National Park and Red Sea.

Guests who choose historic hotels have a chance to stay in a building recognised with a national historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world have had many former lives and uses, such as castles, palaces or even pubs or old police stations — as long as it’s of special interest. These types of hotels in Marsa Alam typically retain original qualities such as period features or traditional architecture in their public spaces or guestrooms.

The two are similar. “Historic hotel” is more commonly used in the U.S., while you’ll often hear “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to emphasise the building and architecture itself. A heritage hotel draws meaning mainly from the place’s cultural value and how it shaped the community.

Yes, efforts are made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions, but hotel interiors are fitted with modern conveniences and safety features. Tourists who book a stay can expect the amenities you’d get from a hotel such as WiFi, heating and air conditioning, and updated bathroom facilities. Booking a historic hotel in Marsa Alam doesn’t mean you’re choosing a place that’s rundown or uncomfortable for guests.