Minor Hotels signs Anantara Somabay Resort & Residences on the Red Sea in Egypt | News
Minor Hotels, a global hospitality leader with more than 640 hotels in operation and committed development in 63 countries including Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, Europe and the Americas, has announced the signing of Anantara Somabay Resort & Residences, marking a major milestone in the group’s strategic expansion in Egypt.
Scheduled to open in May 2030, Anantara Somabay Resort & Residences will feature 300 hotel keys in addition to 150 branded residential units, bringing the Anantara brand to one of the most established integrated resort destinations on the Red Sea. The signing underlines the ongoing collaboration between Minor Hotels and Somabay Hotel Company SAE and reflects a shared ambition to further strengthen Somabay’s international profile.
Located within the Somabay master plan, Anantara Somabay is envisioned as a historic destination that brings together refined hospitality and private living in a carefully developed resort environment.
The resort will offer an inviting collection of sea view and lagoon rooms, alongside an elegant portfolio of beach and pool villas, culminating in a signature Grand Royal Beach & Pool Villa. This is complemented by a selection of branded properties ranging from stylish apartments to ultra-private beachfront villas with dedicated jetties, designed for extended stays and ownership living. A vibrant dining and social scene anchors the experience, while curated wellness, leisure and family facilities support a relaxing yet enriching resort lifestyle.
Somabay is approximately 45 minutes from Hurghada International Airport and offers strong connectivity to key European source markets and regional access from the Middle East.
Amir Golbarg, Chief Operating Officer of Minor Hotels Middle East & Africa added: “Our partnership with Somabay Hotel Company SAE is central to our vision to expand Anantara into destinations that support both luxury hospitality and branded residences in Egypt. The signing of Anantara Somabay Resort & Residences reflects our shared commitment to combining expertise and enhancing luxury experiences in Egypt. With strong fundamentals and continued international demand, Somabay is an ideal setting for a fully integrated resort and residential offering.”
Ibrahim El Missiri, Chief Executive Officer of Somabay Group, said: “This partnership with Minor Hotels reflects Somabay’s long-term vision to evolve as a fully integrated luxury destination on the Red Sea. By introducing the Anantara brand, we are strengthening our position within the global hospitality landscape as we continue to build a destination defined by quality, sustainability and long-term value creation for Egypt’s tourism sector.”
Deema Abu Ghazaleh, Chairman of Somabay Hotel Company, added: “This partnership marks an important milestone for the future of luxury hospitality in Egypt. At Somabay, we are committed to meaningful long-term investments that create value and drive growth. Together with Minor Hotels, we will further elevate the Red Sea coast to a premier global destination, while honoring the essence of this remarkable location.”
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