Tourism statisticsCity2026
Hurghada Tourism Statistics: 20,784 Airbnb Stays
AirROI estimates 20,784 Airbnb stays in Hurghada, in the Red Sea Governorate, Egypt, in the 12 months to October 2026. The busiest month was August, and the quietest was February. All of Egypt had 15.7 million tourist arrivals in 2024, Egypt State Information Service reports.
Airbnb figures are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026. Read the method
- Estimated Airbnb nights
- 136,644
- Typical Airbnb stay
- 6.6 nights
- Busiest Airbnb month
- August
- From abroad, among guests who left a review
- 85%
Key facts
Hurghada Tourism Facts
Each sentence names its place, period and source, so it can be quoted alone.
Official
- Egypt State Information Service puts all of Egypt at 15.7 million tourist arrivals in 2024.
Airbnb stays
- AirROI puts Airbnb stays in Hurghada at 20,784 in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in Hurghada added up to 136,644 nights in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates a typical Airbnb stay in Hurghada lasted 6.6 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 29 days ahead.
Busiest months
- AirROI ranks August the busiest Airbnb month in Hurghada in the 12 months to October 2026, followed by September and November, with February the quietest.
- AirROI estimates the five busiest Airbnb months in Hurghada ran unbroken from July to November in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in Hurghada in November were booked furthest ahead, about 42 days, against 21 days for December, in the 12 months to October 2026.
Guests
- AirROI estimates 85% of Hurghada Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026 came from abroad, led by France at 22% and Germany at 13%.
By place
- AirROI estimates Hurghada took 10.6% of all Airbnb stays in Egypt in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI ranks Hurghada 2nd for Airbnb stays among the 23 towns it lists in Egypt in the 12 months to October 2026.
Official numbers
How Many Tourists Visit Egypt?
Egypt State Information Service counted 15.7 million tourist arrivals for all of Egypt in 2024. On AirROI's estimates, Hurghada accounted for 10.6% of Airbnb stays in Egypt in the 12 months to October 2026.
| Figure | What it counts | Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15.7 millionTourist arrivals, all of Egypt | Tourist arrivals to Egypt | 2024 | Egypt State Information Service |
Airbnb stays
Airbnb Stays in Hurghada
Hurghada had 1,577 Airbnb homes in the 12 months to October 2026. They took an estimated 20,784 stays and 136,644 nights. A typical stay lasted 6.6 nights and was booked about 29 days ahead, longer than the worldwide stay of 5.2 nights.
- Airbnb homes
- 1,577
- Airbnb stays, estimate
- 20,784
- Airbnb nights, estimate
- 136,644
- Typical stay
- 6.6 nights
- Booked ahead
- 29 days
Busiest months
When Is the Busiest Time in Hurghada?
On Airbnb, August was the busiest month in Hurghada in the 12 months to October 2026, then September and November. February was the quietest. The five busiest months run unbroken from July to November.
August ranks first, February last
Airbnb months in calendar order, 12 months to October 2026. The number is the month's rank, and 1 is the busiest. The bar shows its part of Airbnb nights.
- Three busiest months
- Other months
From busiest to quietest: August, September, November, October, July, May, December, March, April, June, January, February.
Month by month: rank, typical stay and days booked ahead
| Month | Share of nights | Booked ahead |
|---|---|---|
| August | 10.3% | 36 days |
| September | 9.5% | 30 days |
| November | 8.9% | 42 days |
| October | 8.8% | 40 days |
| July | 8.5% | 34 days |
| May | 8.2% | 30 days |
| December | 8.1% | 21 days |
| March | 7.8% | 26 days |
| April | 7.8% | 29 days |
| June | 7.7% | 27 days |
| January | 7.4% | 23 days |
| February | 6.9% | 28 days |
Share is each month's part of the year's Airbnb nights. Typical stay and days booked ahead are AirROI estimates for stays in each month.
Where guests come from
Where Do Hurghada Airbnb Guests Come From?
Among Hurghada Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, 85% came from abroad, led by France at 22% and Germany at 13%, AirROI estimates. Among the same guests, Cairo was the top origin city at 9.7%, ahead of Paris at 3%. The figures rest on 25,207 reviews, written over many years.
85% from abroad
Among guests who left a review, as of October 2026
- From abroad 85%
- From within Egypt 15%
Top countries abroad
Among guests who left a review
Top origin cities
Among guests who left a review
FAQ
Questions About Tourism in Hurghada
How many tourists visit Hurghada?
Egypt as a whole had 15.7 million tourist arrivals in 2024, according to Egypt State Information Service. AirROI puts Hurghada at 10.6% of Airbnb stays in Egypt in the 12 months to October 2026. AirROI estimates 20,784 Airbnb stays in Hurghada in the 12 months to October 2026, which counts bookings and not tourists.
When is the busiest time in Hurghada?
The busiest Airbnb month in Hurghada in the 12 months to October 2026 was August, then September and November. The five busiest months run from July to November.
What is the quietest month in Hurghada?
February was the quietest Airbnb month in Hurghada in the 12 months to October 2026, ranking 12th of 12, and January ranked 11th. Stays in February were booked about 28 days ahead, against 42 days for November.
How long is a typical Airbnb stay in Hurghada?
A typical Airbnb stay in Hurghada lasted 6.6 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 29 days ahead. That is longer than the worldwide 5.2 nights. By month, stays ran from 5.7 nights in May to 7.9 nights in November.
Where do Airbnb guests in Hurghada come from?
Of Hurghada Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, 85% came from abroad, AirROI estimates. The largest groups were France at 22% and Germany at 13%. Among the same guests, the top origin city was Cairo at 9.7%, ahead of Paris at 3%.
Are Airbnb stays the same as tourists?
No. Egypt State Information Service counts tourist arrivals (15.7 million in 2024 across Egypt). An Airbnb stay is one booking on one platform, however many guests it holds. AirROI's 20,784 stays are estimates for the 12 months to October 2026.
Method
How These Numbers Are Made
Official figures come from their publishers, linked above, and were last checked in November 2026. Stays and nights are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026, built from Airbnb listing data, and cover Airbnb only. Nights are stays times the typical stay: 20,784 stays at 6.57 nights. Month ranks compare each month's part of Airbnb nights. Origin rests on 25,207 reviews and describes guests who left a review, not everyone who stayed. Read the method page.