Rixos Premium Magawish Bay View, a five-star all-inclusive resort in Hurghada, Egypt, has opened its doors just a few months ago and is already averaging 90% capacity, according to travel journalist Alice Murphy's review for Metro. The resort offers nine expansive pools, a private beach, and a range of luxury amenities, with rooms starting from around £345 per night.
A Haven After a Diving Adventure
Murphy arrived at the resort after a week-long liveaboard diving safari in the Red Sea, where she spent her days diving with oceanic white-tip sharks and exploring coral reefs. She noted that immersive diving holidays are rapidly growing in popularity, with the market value expected to triple by 2034, contributing to a tourism boom around the Red Sea. After four dives a day for a week, she needed a holiday from her holiday, and Rixos Magawish Bay View provided exactly that.
The resort is situated on a private road, past horse stables with rabbits hopping in the greenery, and has a slick, understated feel with a hint of indulgence. Murphy stayed in a Superior Suite, which was spacious, full of natural light, and featured his-and-hers sinks, a separate living room, and a view of the pools. High-tech touches include curtains that open automatically upon entry, and drinking water comes in plant-based cartons instead of single-use plastic, reflecting the chain's environmental credentials.
Luxury Amenities and Activities
Beyond the rooms, the resort offers nine expansive pools, back-to-back activities, and service that matches its five-star rating. Guests receive bubbles on arrival, enjoy live violin music, and staff cater to every whim. Bay View is adjoined to Rixos' other offering, the Magawish Suites & Villas, and guests can use both locations interchangeably, plus 1km of sandy private beach. Murphy noted that Bay View feels grander, with luxury dialed up, yet it still felt personal with friendly greetings from pool and bar staff.
The resort is vast, and a map would have come in handy, but frequent buggies are available to transport guests around. For those less interested in fly and flop, there are Padel courts, yoga, boutiques, and fitness classes including tabata, step aerobics, and HIIT. Murphy noted that trainers or closed shoes are required to use the gym. The Anjana Spa offers a free sauna, steam, jacuzzi, and vitamin bar, and Murphy recommends treating yourself to a one-hour massage with a skilled therapist from Thailand.
Dining and Entertainment
The all-inclusive package includes a main buffet, almost a dozen à la carte restaurants with global flavors, and snack bars. Murphy advises reserving à la carte restaurants at the start of your stay, as they are in demand and often fully booked. Highlights include oceanfront seafood at Salt, Mexican street food, and Turkish mezze. The Panorama Bar, a cocktail bar at the heart of the resort, offers sunset views of kite surfers and boats. After dinner, there is beachside music and performances, with respectful silence by 11pm.
For those with extra budget, guests can pay to access private, seafront, wait-service cabanas, one of which appeared to have its own jacuzzi beside the sand. Floating breakfasts, similar to those in the Maldives, are also available for Instagram-worthy moments.
Verdict and Practical Information
Murphy concluded that while the resort is not a best-kept secret, given its 90% capacity, it is so expansive that you rarely feel crowded. She arrived "salty and tired" and left feeling recharged. The resort is perfect for parents wanting to switch off while kids are entertained, and couples looking for luxury without planning hassle. Direct return flights from London to Hurghada start from as little as £200 with easyJet, with a flight time of roughly six hours and a 15-minute drive from the airport to the hotel.
