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Hôtel La Maison Bleue is a boutique, adults-only luxury hotel in El Gouna, on Egypt's Red Sea coast. Originally built as a private mansion, it now operates as a 13-suite Relais & Châteaux property, set alongside a private lagoon with direct beach access. The property combines architecture inspired by Italy and North Africa with contemporary luxury hospitality.
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Hôtel La Maison Bleue occupies a secluded position just outside El Gouna, a seaside resort town on the Red Sea. The property stretches alongside its own private lagoon, with direct access to a sandy beach overlooking the Red Sea's crystal-clear waters.
The property's architecture is inspired by Italy and North Africa, featuring colonnades, marble, coffered ceilings, and frescoes. The suites face the mountains of the Western Desert, creating a dramatic backdrop. The property's original design as a private mansion for entertaining guests informs its intimate, residential character.
El Gouna has become known internationally as a destination for water sports, particularly kitesurfing. The hotel sits between two of the region's most popular kitesurfing clubs, making it accessible to enthusiasts looking to combine the sport with a luxury stay.
The hotel offers 13 suites, each immense and individually appointed. Suite types include Garden View Suites, Sea view Suites, Beachfront Suites, and Tower Suites. The separate Pool Villa accommodates up to four guests and features two suites with a private pool and shaded garden.
Suites are furnished with sumptuous silks, venerable furnishings, and a collection of antiques and objets d'art. All accommodate a King bed, with some rooms offering additional Twin beds. The suites open directly onto views of the Red Sea or lagoon.
The hotel's restaurant is helmed by French chef Vincent Guillou, who crafts menus from fresh market and garden ingredients. The cuisine showcases the flavors of Europe and Egypt, reflecting the property's cultural position on the Red Sea.
La Maison Bleue provides multiple venues for relaxation. Guests can swim in the heated outdoor pool, enjoy treatments in the spa, or unwind on the private lagoon beach. The spa offers sauna and hammam facilities, as well as massage services.
Additional amenities include room service, secure car parking, internet access throughout the property, and air conditioning. A personal trainer is available for guests.
The hotel is exclusively for guests 16 years of age and older, establishing an adults-only environment. The property's intimate scale and residential character make it well suited to couples seeking a peaceful retreat, as well as to small family groups, weddings, and corporate gatherings.
Kitesurfers and other water sports enthusiasts appreciate the hotel's location near established clubs and beach facilities. The property's lagoon setting appeals to those prioritizing relaxation and contemplation over urban activity.
The Red Sea location offers abundant water-based activities. The hotel can arrange fishing, sailing, water skiing, diving, and snorkeling excursions. Boat trips, yacht excursions, and catamaran outings provide opportunities to explore the surrounding waters.
On land and nearby, guests can enjoy golf at 9-hole and 18-hole courses within reach, yoga, horseback riding, and squash. The hotel also offers jogging and personal training.
Editorial verification: Hôtel La Maison Bleue is affiliated with Relais & Châteaux; this was confirmed on the brand's own website or hotel list, and the hotel was matched to its official website by our editorial board.
Hôtel La Maison Bleue is a Relais & Châteaux property, a collection known for independently owned, distinctive luxury hotels.
No. The hotel is adults-only, exclusively for guests 16 years of age and older.
The hotel offers 13 suites in four categories: Garden View Suites, Sea view Suites, Beachfront Suites, and Tower Suites. There is also a separate Pool Villa with two suites. All rooms are large and feature antique furnishings and sea or lagoon views.
The restaurant is led by French chef Vincent Guillou, who prepares menus combining the flavors of Europe and Egypt using fresh market and garden ingredients.
The hotel can arrange fishing, sailing, water skiing, diving, and snorkeling. Boat trips, yacht excursions, and catamaran outings are also available. The location is known for kitesurfing, with two clubs nearby.
Yes. The hotel has a private beach alongside its private lagoon, offering direct access to the Red Sea.
The spa offers sauna and hammam facilities, as well as massage services. A personal trainer is also available.
Hôtel La Maison Bleue is affiliated with Relais & Châteaux; this was confirmed on the brand's own website or hotel list, and the hotel was matched to its official website by our editorial board.
Hôtel La Maison Bleue is in El Gouna, Egypt. Address: El Gouna, Red Sea, Egypt.
| Location | El Gouna, Egypt |
|---|---|
| Address | El Gouna, Red Sea, Egypt |
| Brand / alliance | Relais & Châteaux |
| Official website | relaischateaux.com |
| Verified | by the editorial board |
Sources: relaischateaux.com/gb/hotel/la-maison-bleue/
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