Name: Jaz Makadi Saraya Resort
Address: El Gouna, EG
Price range: From $178

Jaz Makadi Saraya Resort, El GounaJaz Makadi Saraya Resort in El Gouna, Egypt has a corrected score of 4.0 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 24 of 56 hotels we score in El Gouna. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.3 before correction: Booking.com 4.0, Tripadvisor 4.7. Rooms from about $178 a night (cached, not a live quote).Jaz Makadi Saraya Resort is a family-oriented hotel situated in Madinat Makadi, Makadi Bay. It sits 1,312 feet from Makadi Beach and is close to the Piano Diving Club. The property features 200 suites, some reaching 100 square metres, which include private furnished balconies. Guests can access outdoor heated pools, a sauna, a day spa, four à la carte restaurants, and six bars. The resort is suitable for families looking for waterpark facilities and diverse dining options. While the rooms are large and well-maintained, some guests have reported issues with bathroom ventilation and odours.What stands out

Spacious suites with private balconies

On-site waterpark with large slides

Variety of dining and bar options

Heated outdoor swimming pools

Watch out for

Poor bathroom ventilation

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