Investment Property in Hurghada

Holiday letting versus long letting

Holiday lets in the resort bays earn a high nightly rate from October to April, less in high summer, and depend on an operator to fill the calendar. Gross yields of 7–10% are achievable on well-placed furnished units; net yields land materially lower after service charges, management commission, utilities and furniture replacement.

Long lets in Al Kawther, Village Road and Al Ahyaa run to residents and long-stay expats on annual contracts. Gross yields are typically 6–8% with far lower volatility, no furniture cycle and minimal management input.

Capital appreciation

Egyptian-pound prices have risen strongly in local terms; euro-denominated returns depend heavily on the exchange rate at entry and exit. Treat currency as part of the investment case, not a footnote, and be clear about which currency you actually measure returns in.

Costs to model before you buy

Service charge per m², management commission (commonly 15–25% of gross rental), utilities in void periods, furniture replacement every four to six years, and the annual maintenance reserve. Our yield calculator on the investment page runs these against a specific asking price.

Frequently asked questions

Is property in Hurghada a good investment?

It can be, where the unit is close to the beach, in a compound with a working rental operation, and bought at a price that survives realistic occupancy. It performs poorly where the buyer pays a resort premium for a unit that only lets 90 nights a year.

What gross yield is realistic?

6–8% on long-let city stock and 7–10% on well-located furnished holiday units, before costs. Any projection above that should come with occupancy evidence.

Can tourists legally be hosted in my apartment?

In managed compounds this normally runs through the operator's licence. Confirm the arrangement in the specific compound before buying for short-let income.