Old town · Budget-friendly
El Dahar — Budget apartments in old town Hurghada
The original Hurghada town centre: lowest rents in the city, traditional market streets and authentic Egyptian daily life.
El Dahar is the oldest part of Hurghada — the original fishing town the resort city grew out of. It has the lowest rents in Hurghada by a wide margin, a working Egyptian souq, the main mosque, the old bus station and the local hospital. Expat presence is lighter than in El Kawther but growing, especially among long-stay budget travellers and digital nomads.
Typical rental prices
- Studio, long-term$150–220 / month
- 1-bedroom, long-term$200–320 / month
- 2-bedroom, long-term$300–500 / month
- Short-term studio$12–22 / night
Who lives in El Dahar?
Mostly Egyptian families and long-term budget expats. Russian, Ukrainian and Arabic are the dominant non-English languages. Best fit for tenants who prioritise low rent and authentic local life over resort amenities.
What's the typical apartment like?
Older 4–6-storey buildings, often without elevator. Apartments tend to be larger than in El Kawther for the same price (often 80–150 sqm), but more variable in condition — some fully renovated, some basic. Furnished and unfurnished options both common.
How far is the beach?
El Dahar has its own public beach (Old Vic / Sigala) within 10–15 minutes' walk. It's smaller and less polished than the Sheraton beach but free and unbusy outside of weekends.
What's the trade-off versus other neighbourhoods?
El Dahar is cheaper than every other Hurghada district. The trade-off is more traffic, fewer English signs, older buildings and a culture that's closer to a working Egyptian town than to a resort. Many expats love that — others rent here for a year, then upgrade to El Kawther.
FAQ
How much is rent in El Dahar?
El Dahar is the cheapest part of Hurghada. Expect $150–220/month for a studio, $200–320/month for a 1-bedroom and $300–500/month for a 2-bedroom. Short-term studios start around $12–22/night.
Is El Dahar safe?
Yes. El Dahar is the original town centre of Hurghada and is broadly safe for foreigners, with a permanent police and tourist police presence. Standard urban precautions apply at night.
Is El Dahar walkable to the beach?
Yes — the El Dahar public beach (Old Vic / Sigala area) is within 10–15 minutes' walk of most apartment blocks in El Dahar.
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