Hotel in Dahab, South Sinai, South Sinai
Sinai Star Hotel Dahab
A budget staple in Dahab offering clean, comfortable rooms with sea or mountain views at prices that make extended stays possible. The rooftop terrace with panoramic views over the Gulf of Aqaba is a favourite hangout spot for budget travellers.
Sinai Star Hotel is a budget-category property located in the El Mashraba neighbourhood of Dahab, South Sinai, Egypt, positioned in the heart of Dahab's main promenade area within walking distance of the town's beachfront restaurants, independent dive centres, and the bus stop for services to the Blue Hole. Dahab sits on the Gulf of Aqaba approximately 85 km north of Sharm el Sheikh and is renowned as one of Egypt's most popular destinations for diving, windsurfing, and extended budget travel. The hotel's central location makes it a practical and affordable base for guests spending multiple days exploring both the town and the surrounding Sinai landscape. The property is a multi-storey building with rooms distributed across several floors in a simple, functional style. The headline feature is the rooftop terrace, which commands panoramic views over the Gulf of Aqaba and the red-brown Sinai mountains to the west, providing an outstanding vantage point at both sunrise and sunset. This panoramic rooftop is an exceptional amenity for a budget property of this tier and accounts significantly for the hotel's sustained popularity among cost-conscious travellers who want a memorable Dahab base. Room options include standard doubles with or without sea views, fan-only rooms at the lowest price point, and air-conditioned rooms at a slight premium. All rooms include en-suite bathrooms. Sea-view rooms are located on upper floors and cost marginally more than mountain-facing rooms, representing good value given the quality of the view over the Gulf toward the Saudi Arabian coastline. Furnishings are simple but functional and rooms are maintained to a clean standard. An on-site restaurant serves Egyptian and international dishes across breakfast, lunch, and dinner sittings. The menu is modest but covers the core requirements for extended-stay travellers. The hotel does not have a pool, though it sits close enough to the beach and several seafront dive centres to make water access convenient. Reception staff can assist with dive trip bookings, Bedouin camp arrangements, and transfers to the Blue Hole. A concentration of other budget accommodation, dive shops, and gear rental outlets in El Mashraba gives guests staying at Sinai Star easy access to all of Dahab's principal activities at competitive local prices.
Amenities
- Rooftop terrace
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Restaurant
- Fan rooms available
Visit / Book / Contact
- Phone: +20 69 364-0378
Location
El Mashraba, Dahab, South Sinai, Egypt
28.4980, 34.5160 — View on map
Highlights
- Rooftop terrace with panoramic views over the Gulf of Aqaba and Sinai mountains
- Central El Mashraba location within walking distance of all Dahab waterfront amenities
- Budget pricing with sea-view room options available for a modest supplement
- Clean, functional rooms available with air conditioning or fan cooling
- Walking distance to dive centres, restaurants, and the Blue Hole minibus stop
Tips
- Pay the small supplement for a sea-view room on an upper floor — the sunrise views over the Gulf justify the cost
- Arrive at the rooftop at sunrise or sunset for the best light on the mountains and water
- Ask reception to recommend vetted dive centres — Dahab has many operators and quality varies
- Book ahead for November–March, when Dahab sees its highest visitor numbers and budget rooms fill fast
- The Blue Hole minibus stop is a short walk away; public transport to the site costs a fraction of private hire
FAQ
Does Sinai Star Hotel have a pool?
The hotel does not have a pool. The nearest beach and swimming access is a short walk from the property along the Dahab waterfront promenade in El Mashraba.
Are sea-view rooms available?
Sea-view rooms are located on the upper floors and are available at a modest supplement above the standard rate. These rooms face the Gulf of Aqaba looking toward the Saudi Arabian shoreline on the opposite coast.
Is the hotel close to the Blue Hole dive site?
The Blue Hole is approximately 8 km north of El Mashraba. A minibus service runs between Dahab town and the Blue Hole area several times daily. The hotel reception can advise on current timing and fares.
Is the hotel suitable for long-stay travellers?
Sinai Star has a following among long-stay budget travellers and those spending extended periods in Dahab for dive courses. Weekly rate negotiations are possible for stays of seven nights or more.
What is the difference between the fan rooms and air-conditioned rooms?
Fan rooms are available at the lowest price point and are adequate for cooler season stays between October and April. Air-conditioned rooms cost a modest premium and are recommended for summer visits when overnight temperatures remain high.
Accessibility
The multi-storey building relies on stairs for access to upper floors and the rooftop terrace; no elevator is present. Ground-floor rooms are available but do not have sea views. The rooftop terrace, the property's most distinctive feature, is not accessible to wheelchair users. Guests with limited mobility should request a ground-floor room and note that beach access requires a short walk on mixed paving.