Cleopatra’s Deluxe Spa Treatment with Massage, Sauna, and Jacuzzi

Hurghada’s Cleopatra spa treatment combines heat, a vigorous body scrub, foam washing, and a full-body massage in one simple package. For $20 per person, you get hotel pickup, the main treatments, sauna and steam time, a 15-minute jacuzzi session, and a drink before the ride back.

I like the full sequence of treatments, since the sauna and steam prepare your skin for the kese scrub rather than dropping you straight onto a massage table. I also like the easy pickup from Hurghada hotels, especially after a long day in the sun. The main thing to check first is the shared spa setup: the sauna and jacuzzi area is mixed, and a private room costs an extra 38 EUR per person.

Key points to know

• The treatment follows a proper heat-and-scrub sequence: sauna, steam, kese exfoliation, foam wash, relaxation, jacuzzi, and massage.
• The 45-minute full-body massage is the star for many people, though one customer felt the session was shorter than advertised.
• Hotel pickup and drop-off are included from Hurghada hotels, with extra vehicle charges for Makadi, El Gouna, Sahl Hasheesh, and Safaga.
• The standard sauna and jacuzzi area is mixed, so book the private option if that matters to you.
• The spa is limited to a maximum of 35 people, but the feel may still depend on the day and treatment schedule.
• Free cancellation is available until 24 hours before the start time, which is useful when your holiday plans are still moving around.

A Cleopatra bath that begins with heat

The most interesting part of this Hurghada spa visit is the old-fashioned order of the treatment. You do not begin with a quick massage and get sent on your way. Instead, your body is warmed, steamed, scrubbed, washed with foam, rested, and then massaged.

You arrive at the spa, change into swimwear, and begin in the sauna for about 10 to 15 minutes. This is a gentle start, but it is not just filler. The heat helps you relax and prepares your skin for the next stage.

You then spend another 10 to 15 minutes in the steam room. The steam softens the skin and helps your body adjust before the warmer Cleopatra bath and exfoliation. I like this gradual approach because it makes the scrub feel more like a complete bathing ritual than a standard hotel spa add-on.

Take the heat at your own pace. You do not need to prove anything by staying in the sauna longer than you feel comfortable. The package is designed to relax you, not turn the first 30 minutes into an endurance test.

The kese scrub and Turkish foam wash

After the sauna and steam, the main hammam treatment begins. A therapist uses a kese, a special exfoliating mitten, to remove dead skin. The treatment also includes a body peel, full-body scrub, and soap massage.

The scrub is likely to feel more vigorous than a light Western-style exfoliation. That is part of the appeal. The process is meant to leave your skin feeling smooth and clean, but anyone with sensitive skin should tell the therapist before the scrubbing starts.

The treatment then moves into the foam wash. Soap is worked into bubbles, and a loofah is used as part of the wash. This is the Turkish bath section of the package, and it provides a clear contrast with the dry heat of the sauna.

The marble basin and traditional washing tools add to the atmosphere. This is not a museum demonstration or a historical lecture, but you get a modern spa version of a Turkish bath and hammam ritual. I would think of it as a cultural spa treatment, not an exact recreation of a centuries-old bathhouse.

Some of the strongest praise goes to this part of the visit. The scrub is repeatedly described as the highlight, and several people especially enjoyed the combination of body peeling and foam washing. If you want a soft, barely noticeable facial-style treatment, this may feel too energetic. If you want to feel thoroughly refreshed, it is the right kind of treatment.

A quiet drink before the jacuzzi

After the hammam, you spend about 10 to 15 minutes in a relaxation lounge with a hot drink. This pause matters. It gives you time to cool down, get your bearings, and let the scrub settle before moving on.

The exact drink is not specified, so expect a simple hot beverage rather than a full meal or elaborate refreshment service. You should also eat beforehand if you tend to feel light-headed after heat treatments. Food is not listed as part of the package.

The sauna, steam room, and jacuzzi are available during spare time, with the package specifying 15 minutes in the jacuzzi. The hot tub is a pleasant change after the scrub, though the standard sauna and jacuzzi area is mixed.

That point deserves attention. If you are booking as a couple, family, or group of friends, the shared setting may be perfectly acceptable. If you want privacy, ask for the private room when booking. It costs an additional 38 EUR per person and includes a private sauna and jacuzzi area.

The 45-minute full-body massage

The final major treatment is a full-body massage advertised at 45 minutes. This is where the experience shifts from cleansing to recovery. After the heat and scrub, the massage should feel like the slower part of the afternoon.

The massage receives the strongest praise overall. Several people describe it as the best part of the visit, and one person specifically said the therapist helped ease neck discomfort. You should not treat that as a medical promise, but the massage can be a useful way to release ordinary holiday stiffness from flights, sun loungers, and long days out.

Tell the therapist what pressure you prefer and point out any areas that need care. The available information does not specify a choice of massage styles, so do not assume you can select a particular technique.

There is one practical caution: one customer felt the massage did not last the full 45 minutes. That does not prove the treatment will be short, but it is a fair reason to note the start time and speak up politely if the session seems much shorter than promised.

Therapist names are not assigned in advance, but Orla and Hannie were singled out positively in individual accounts. You may or may not be treated by them. Staff are generally described as kind, respectful, and professional, though one poor account reported loud staff conversations near the relaxation areas and a change of therapist during the treatment.

That mixed picture is worth keeping in mind. Most of the feedback is strongly positive, but spa quality can depend on the staff rota and how busy the day is.

What the three-hour timing really means

The advertised duration is about three hours, and that includes round-trip transfer time. The hands-on treatment at the spa may therefore be considerably less than three hours.

One description put the spa portion at roughly one and a half hours, plus shared transportation. The exact timing can change with pickup routes, waiting, and how the spa spaces are being used. If you have a dinner booking or airport transfer afterward, leave a generous buffer.

The sequence itself is fairly clear:

• Hotel pickup in Hurghada
• Sauna for around 10 to 15 minutes
• Steam bath for around 10 to 15 minutes
• Cleopatra bath and body exfoliation
• Turkish foam wash with loofah
• Hot drink and relaxation for 10 to 15 minutes
• Jacuzzi time of about 15 minutes
• Full-body massage for 45 minutes
• Return transfer to your hotel

The maximum group size is 35 people. That does not mean 35 people will be in every room at the same time, but the spa may feel busier on some days. Several descriptions point to a clean, tidy, calm setting that was not overcrowded. Still, if quiet is your top priority, a private room is the safer choice.

Pickup from Hurghada hotels

Hotel pickup is one of the package’s most useful features. The driver collects you from your Hurghada hotel lobby and returns you to the meeting point after the treatment. This saves you from finding a taxi and makes the spa easy to fit into a beach holiday.

The service includes pickup and drop-off from Hurghada hotels. Additional charges apply for hotels in Makadi, El Gouna, and Sahl Hasheesh, listed as $15 per car, with a maximum of four people. Safaga pickup costs $20 per car.

The transfer is shared, so allow for other pickups and drop-offs. Several accounts specifically praise the drivers and the convenience of being collected from the lobby. Confirm your pickup time carefully and wait where the provider has instructed.

The activity begins and ends in Hurghada, Red Sea Governorate. It is also near public transportation, but the included hotel transfer is generally the simpler option.

Is $20 good value?

At $20, this is unusually inexpensive for a package that combines transport, a hammam-style scrub, foam wash, sauna, steam room, jacuzzi, hot drink, and a 45-minute massage.

The value is strongest if you want several treatments in one visit. Booking a separate massage, hammam, and transport would normally take more planning, and the package gives you a full afternoon activity without taking you far from your hotel.

The low price also explains why you should keep expectations sensible. This is not presented as a private luxury spa with a custom treatment menu. It is a shared, organized package with a fixed sequence. You may have several therapists involved, and the atmosphere can vary with the group and staff working that day.

The private sauna and jacuzzi option changes the calculation. An extra 38 EUR per person is a large increase over the base price, so I would only add it if privacy is important to you. For many people, the standard shared area will be enough.

There are no listed extra charges for the core treatment. Tips are not mentioned in the supplied details, so carry a small amount if you like to thank a therapist or driver, but do not confuse that with a required fee.

Who will enjoy this spa visit most?

I would recommend this for someone who wants a simple, good-value break from Hurghada’s beach and boat activities. It suits you especially well if you enjoy firm exfoliation, heat treatments, and a traditional-style soap wash.

It is also a practical choice for a last afternoon before leaving, when you want something relaxing but do not want to plan a full day trip. The combination of hotel pickup and a fixed treatment sequence keeps the day easy.

Families may also find it workable. A group with children aged 9 and 13 was described as feeling comfortable throughout the treatment. Still, heat rooms and strong exfoliation are not ideal for every child, so ask the spa about suitability before booking.

I would be more cautious if you dislike mixed facilities, want complete silence, or have sensitive skin. Tell the therapist about skin concerns before the kese scrub. Anyone with health conditions affected by heat or massage should check with a medical professional first, since the experience includes sauna, steam, jacuzzi, and vigorous body work.

What to bring and how to prepare

Wear something easy to change out of and bring swimwear. The treatment involves sauna, steam, jacuzzi, and washing, so you will not want complicated clothing.

Avoid arriving dehydrated. Hurghada’s heat, plus the sauna and steam room, can make water especially important. Drink water before and after the visit, even though hot drinks are included in the relaxation period.

Do not schedule a rushed activity directly afterward. The advertised three hours includes transportation, but shared pickup times can shift. A loose afternoon plan is better than a tightly timed dinner reservation.

If privacy matters, ask about the private room before confirming. The standard sauna and jacuzzi area is mixed, and the private option is an extra 38 EUR per person.

Booking, cancellation, and final decision

Confirmation is provided at booking, and free cancellation is available until 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations or changes made within 24 hours are not accepted for a refund. That gives you some flexibility, but check the local start time before making changes.

You should book this treatment if you want a low-cost, full-body reset with hotel transport and several different spa stages. The scrub and massage are the main reasons to go, while the sauna, steam, jacuzzi, and drink make the package feel like a complete outing.

I would skip it only if you need a private spa, dislike firm exfoliation, or expect every minute to feel luxurious and silent. For everyone else, $20 buys a lot: a traditional-style hammam sequence, a 45-minute massage, and a convenient ride from your Hurghada hotel. Just allow extra time, confirm the pickup, and decide in advance if the mixed facilities suit you.

FAQ

How long does Cleopatra’s Deluxe Spa Treatment last?

The activity lasts about three hours, including round-trip hotel transfer time. The spa treatment itself may take less time, depending on transportation and the day’s schedule.

What treatments are included?

The package includes a Cleopatra bath, Turkish bath, full-body peeling and scrub, soap massage, sauna, steam bath, jacuzzi time, hot drinks, relaxation time, and a 45-minute full-body massage.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes. Pickup and drop-off are included from Hurghada hotels. Additional charges apply for Makadi, El Gouna, Sahl Hasheesh, and Safaga hotels.

Is the sauna and jacuzzi area private?

No. The standard sauna and jacuzzi area is mixed. A private room with a private sauna and jacuzzi costs an extra 38 EUR per person.

How long is the massage?

The included full-body massage is advertised as 45 minutes.

Is the activity suitable for most people?

Most people can participate, according to the activity information. The experience includes heat, steam, jacuzzi use, body scrubbing, and massage, so anyone with relevant health concerns should seek medical advice first.

What is the maximum group size?

The activity can have a maximum of 35 people.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations or changes made within 24 hours are not eligible for a refund.