Hurghada Rental Yield Calculator 2026 — Complete STR & LTR Returns Guide
By MAMO Property | June 10, 2026 | Reading time: 7 minutes
Hurghada is ranked in the top 1% of MENA cities for short-term rental yield (Airbtics 2026). With net returns reaching 35-37% and airport traffic up 122% YoY, the Red Sea is one of the world’s most under-the-radar property investment markets.
This guide uses real ADR data from MAMO Property’s live booking tools — not generic estimates. Every number is verifiable.
Rental Yields by Area — 2026
- Area: Sahl Hasheesh — Property Type: Studio — Entry Price: €50,000 — Nightly ADR: €130 — Occupancy: 67% — Net ROI: 35.66% — Payback: 2.8 yrs
- Area: Hurghada (City) — Property Type: 1BR — Entry Price: €80,000 — Nightly ADR: €80 — Occupancy: 65% — Net ROI: 11.19% — Payback: 8.9 yrs
- Area: El Gouna — Property Type: 2BR — Entry Price: €120,000 — Nightly ADR: €280 — Occupancy: 72% — Net ROI: 37.49% — Payback: 2.7 yrs
- Area: Makadi Bay — Property Type: Studio — Entry Price: €116,400 — Nightly ADR: €80–110 — Occupancy: 65% — Net ROI: 10–14% — Payback: 7-10 yrs
Short-Term vs Long-Term Rental: Which Pays More?
- Factor: Nightly Rate — Short-Term: €80–280 — Long-Term: €8–18/night equivalent
- Factor: Occupancy — Short-Term: 50–72% — Long-Term: 90–95%
- Factor: Net Annual Income — Short-Term: €8,900–€45,000 — Long-Term: €2,800–€6,500
- Factor: Management — Short-Term: 15–25% fee — Long-Term: Minimal
- Factor: Seasonality — Short-Term: Peak Oct–Apr (80-95% occ) — Long-Term: Stable year-round
- Factor: Best For — Short-Term: Investment properties, Sahl Hasheesh, El Gouna — Long-Term: Downtown Hurghada, Al Ahyaa
Bottom line: Short-term rental earns 3-7x more than long-term rental in premium areas. The gap is narrower in downtown where LTR yields reach 14-18%.
Real STR Returns — Live Data from MAMO Calculator
These are NOT estimates. Each scenario was calculated using MAMO’s booking_airbnb_roi tool with real-time ADR and occupancy data:
Case 1: Studio in Sahl Hasheesh — €50,000
- Nightly ADR: €130
- Occupancy: 67%
- Annual Gross Revenue: €31,746
- Annual Net Profit: €17,830
- Net ROI: 35.66% — payback in 2.8 years
Case 2: 1BR in Hurghada — €80,000
- Nightly ADR: €80
- Occupancy: 65%
- Annual Gross Revenue: €18,980
- Annual Net Profit: €8,953
- Net ROI: 11.19% — payback in 8.9 years
Case 3: 2BR in El Gouna — €120,000
- Nightly ADR: €280
- Occupancy: 72%
- Annual Gross Revenue: €73,584
- Annual Net Profit: €44,989
- Net ROI: 37.49% — payback in 2.7 years
Seasonal Occupancy & Revenue Patterns
- Season: Peak — Months: Oct–Apr — Occupancy: 80-95% — ADR Impact: +30-50% — Strategy: European winter escape — premium pricing
- Season: Shoulder — Months: Apr, Sep — Occupancy: 55-70% — ADR Impact: Standard — Strategy: Regional travelers, moderate rates
- Season: Low — Months: May–Aug — Occupancy: 30-55% — ADR Impact: -20-30% — Strategy: Gulf tourists + locals — discount for long stays
Investor tip: The low season (May-August) is the best time to buy, not sell. Prices soften and developers offer payment incentives.
Platform Commissions & Fees
- Platform: Airbnb — Commission: 15-20% — Best For: International travelers, highest volume
- Platform: Booking.com — Commission: ~15% — Best For: European families, longer stays
- Platform: Vrbo — Commission: 10-15% — Best For: Family and group bookings
- Platform: Direct (WhatsApp/Instagram) — Commission: 0% — Best For: Repeat guests, highest margin
Hybrid strategy: List on Airbnb/Booking for Oct–Apr peak, shift to mid-term/direct bookings May–Sep. This maximizes both revenue and margin.
Entry Prices: What Your Budget Buys
- Budget: €50,000–60,000 — What You Get: Studio, 50-57m² — Example Area: Ibiza Bay, Al Ahyaa — Expected Net ROI: 11–18%
- Budget: €80,000–100,000 — What You Get: 1BR, 70m², pool view — Example Area: Hurghada, Veranda — Expected Net ROI: 10–15%
- Budget: €120,000–150,000 — What You Get: 2BR, luxury — Example Area: Sahl Hasheesh, El Gouna — Expected Net ROI: 14–37%
Best Areas for ROI — Ranked 2026
1. El Gouna — Highest Raw Return
- ADR €280/night for 2BR (72% occupancy)
- Net ROI: 37.49%
- Premium brand commands premium rates
- Best for: High-net-worth investors
2. Sahl Hasheesh — Best Value
- ADR €130/night for studio (67% occupancy)
- Net ROI: 35.66% with only €50K entry
- Low density = less competition
- Best for: First-time investors, value hunters
3. Downtown Hurghada — Highest Net Yield %
- ADR €80/night for 1BR
- Net ROI: 14–18% in entry-level units
- Volume-driven with 3,300+ active STR listings
- Best for: Budget-conscious investors
4. Makadi Bay — Family Niche
- ADR €80-110/night
- Net ROI: 10–14%
- Family resort focus = repeat bookings
- Best for: Long-term holds, lower risk
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is Hurghada Airbnb profitable?
A: Yes. Airbtics ranks Hurghada in the top 1% of MENA cities for STR yield. A €50,000 studio in Sahl Hasheesh generates ~€17,830 net profit/year — 35.66% ROI.
Q: What’s the best area for rental yield?
A: El Gouna has the highest raw returns (37.49% for 2BR), Sahl Hasheesh offers the best value (35.66% for studio), and Downtown Hurghada has the highest yield percentage (14-18% net) on low-budget properties.
Q: How much can I earn from a Hurghada Airbnb?
A: Depending on area and property type: studios earn €8,900-17,800/year, 1BR earn €9,000-15,000/year, 2BR luxury earn €20,000-45,000/year net.
Q: Is short-term rental better than long-term?
A: In premium areas (Sahl Hasheesh, El Gouna), STR earns 3-7x more. In downtown Hurghada, LTR is competitive at 14-18% net yield with less hassle.
Q: What are the operating costs?
A: Property management: 15-25% of gross income. Maintenance: 2-5% annually. Utilities: 3-8%. Total: approximately 25-40% of gross revenue.
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Sources: Airbtics (2025-2026), Aqar Property Red Sea Rental Yields Report, AirROI, MDR Housing portfolio data, MAMO Property booking_airbnb_roi tool (live data), Horus Research. Data verified June 10, 2026.
Co-founder of MAMO Property, real estate specialist in Hurghada with 16+ years experience in Egyptian property market.
