IHG Hotels & Resorts, a leading global hotel company, is expanding its footprint in Egypt with the launch of the first Holiday Inn Express hotel in the country. The company has signed a management agreement with Arkan Palm for Real Estate Investment to bring this popular brand to Cairo.
Holiday Inn Express, known for its commitment to providing accessible and comfortable accommodations, is IHG’s largest and fastest-growing hotel brand with over 3,100 hotels worldwide. It has become a preferred choice for travelers seeking a straightforward and engaging space to rest, recharge, and work.
Set to open in 2027, Holiday Inn Express West Cairo 205 will be strategically located in the vibrant West Cairo area, offering easy access to popular attractions like the Pyramids and the Grand Egyptian Museum. Designed to cater to the needs of tech-savvy travelers, the hotel will feature essential amenities, including high-speed Wi-Fi, well-appointed rooms, two meeting venues, F&B and retail outlets, and a fitness center.
Haitham Mattar, Managing Director, India, Middle East & Africa, IHG, emphasized the significance of this expansion, stating, “Our expansion in Egypt with our trusted partners at Arkan Plam for Real Estate Investment underscores our commitment to Cairo’s hospitality sector and supporting Egypt’s National Tourism Strategy. We are proud to be bringing a range of brands from our global portfolio to cater to the diverse traveler profiles.”
He further highlighted the brand’s alignment with the growing demand for affordable and quality accommodations in Egypt, saying, “The Holiday Inn Express brand perfectly aligns with the growing demand for quality, affordable accommodation in the country. The new Holiday Inn Express West Cairo 205 will provide an elevated experience to smart travelers with next generation guest rooms and public spaces. We are confident that the hotel will be the first choice for an increasing number of travelers to Egypt who need a simple, engaging place to rest or get their work done.”
Engineer Amr Badreldine, Chief Executive Officer of Arkan Palm for Real Estate Investment, echoed the sentiment, expressing excitement about introducing the first Holiday Inn Express to Egypt. “We are excited to continue our fruitful partnership with IHG Hotels & Resorts to introduce the first Holiday Inn Express in Egypt. This project not only reinforces our longstanding partnership but is also testament to our shared commitment to elevating Egypt’s hospitality sector. We believe in delivering exceptional experiences, and the introduction of Holiday Inn Express is in line with our vision to provide high-quality accommodation. We are confident that this new addition will set new standards in the industry and cater to the diverse needs of modern travelers, whether they are here for business or leisure.”
Arkan Palm for Real Estate Investment has a proven track record in the hospitality sector, having successfully delivered a Crowne Plaza hotel in West Cairo in February 2022. The group is also developing a 250-key InterContinental West Cairo 205, scheduled for completion in 2028, and a 140-key voco West Cairo 205 Suites, slated to open in 2026.
IHG currently operates seven hotels across four brands in Egypt: InterContinental, Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, and Staybridge Suites. The company has an ambitious pipeline with 19 hotels planned to open across the country within the next five years, further solidifying its commitment to the Egyptian market.
