Title: Vida Marassi By Bird Nest - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=108238817&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Vida Marassi By Bird Nest Beachfront vacation home for sun and fun ## Photo gallery for Vida Marassi By Bird Nest ![Exterior - Vida Marassi By Bird Nest (El Alamein)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108240000/108238900/108238817/eb74d728.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Sea View | Balcony - Vida Marassi By Bird Nest (El Alamein)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108240000/108238900/108238817/02a0a3f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Comfort Suite, Sea View | Private kitchen - Vida Marassi By Bird Nest (El Alamein)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108240000/108238900/108238817/476bac8c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Vida Marassi By Bird Nest (El Alamein)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108240000/108238900/108238817/608607e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Royal Suite | Living area - Vida Marassi By Bird Nest (El Alamein)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108240000/108238900/108238817/cefe3fee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Prices - Amenities - Policies You can look forward to a terrace, a shopping mall on site, and a garden at Vida Marassi By Bird Nest. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FAlexandria-Hotels-Vida-Marassi-By-Bird-Nest.h108238817.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FAlexandria-Hotels-Vida-Marassi-By-Bird-Nest.h108238817.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C30.96483%2C28.76356&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=4set5EgVKsehXqO7JUR-jm_LZPw=) Sidi Abdelrahman, Al Alamien, El Alamein, Marsa Matrouh Governorate, 5065501 #### What's nearby - Marina Marassi \- 1 min walk \- 0.1 km - Marassi Beach \- 3 min drive \- 2.3 km - El Alamein Beach \- 24 min drive \- 22.1 km - Leukaspis \- 33 min drive \- 35.1 km - Green Beach \- 36 min drive \- 40.4 km #### Getting around - Sidi Abdelrahman Station - 16 min drive - El Dabaa (DBB-El Alamein Intl.) - 47 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Brown Nose - ‬6 min drive - ‪Arabica - ‬6 min drive - ‪Villa Caracas - ‬4 min drive - ‪Two Bistro - ‬6 min walk - ‪sachi - ‬7 min drive ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Vida Marassi By Bird Nest Beachfront vacation home for sun and fun This smoke-free vacation home features a private beach, concierge services, and a garden. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. All 12 homes feature kitchens with refrigerators and microwaves, plus washing machines and Smart TVs with satellite channels. Free WiFi, balconies or patios, and free toiletries are among the other amenities available to guests. Vida Marassi By Bird Nest offers 12 accommodations with bathrobes and complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Kitchens offer full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 45-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided daily. 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On a private sandy beach ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free uncovered self parking on site ### Kitchen - Cleaning supplies - Freezer - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Microwave - Paper towels - Spices ### Bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bathrobes - Bathtub or shower - Free toiletries - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 45-inch smart TV with satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony/patio - Garden - Terrace ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Climate control - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - No elevator - Smooth flooring in room - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Location highlights - Near the sea - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Shopping mall ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - 12 units - Garden ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Access code, host will greet you ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property only accepts cash Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM ### Property is also known as Vida Marassi By Bird Nest El Alamein Vida Marassi By Bird Nest Private vacation home Vida Marassi By Bird Nest Private vacation home El Alamein ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Vida Marassi By Bird Nest pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Vida Marassi By Bird Nest? ### What time is check-out at Vida Marassi By Bird Nest? ### Where is Vida Marassi By Bird Nest located? ## Have a question? 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