Arkan Palm for Real Estate Investment, a prominent Egyptian real estate developer, has announced a significant new milestone in its partnership with IHG Hotels & Resorts, as they introduce the first Holiday Inn Express to Egypt under Arkan Palm’s 205 West Cairo project, Invest-Gate reports.
This collaboration will expand the total number of rooms across all three IHG hotels in 205 to 700, solidifying the ongoing trust between Arkan Palm and IHG. With over 3,000 hotels in 50 countries, the Holiday Inn Express brand is recognized as one of the largest and fastest-growing brands under IHG Hotels & Resorts.
The dynamic 205 project, developed by Arkan Palm for Real Estate Investment and regarded as the vibrant heart of West Cairo, features a diverse range of residential, commercial, and medical units. These include luxurious apartments on the Canal Walk Island, office spaces and upscale retail in 205 Downtown and The Angle, as well as the Safa Med Park, encompassing West Cairo’s largest hospital, clinics, and specialized medical centers.
Within the hospitality realm, 205 will host an InterContinental hotel and voco Suites, with IHG as the exclusive hospitality partner. The latest addition to this partnership is the 200-key Holiday Inn Express West Cairo 205, set to open in 2027. It will cater to modern travelers with its convenient amenities such as high-speed Wi-Fi, comfortable rooms, meeting spaces, food and beverage options, retail outlets, and a fitness center.
Moreover, the project’s strategic location near the Pyramids and the Grand Egyptian Museum positions it perfectly for both business and leisure guests, meeting the rising demand for high-quality, value-for-money hospitality.
Eng. Amr Badreldine, Chief Executive Officer of Arkan Palm for Real Estate Investment, stated, “We are excited to continue our fruitful partnership with IHG Hotels & Resorts to introduce the first Holiday Inn Express hotel in Egypt. This project not only reinforces our longstanding partnership but also demonstrates our shared commitment to elevating Egypt’s hospitality sector.”
Haitham Mattar, Managing Director for India, Middle East & Africa at IHG, remarked, “Expanding our presence in Egypt with our trusted partners at Arkan Palm aligns perfectly with our commitment to Cairo’s vibrant hospitality sector and supports Egypt’s National Tourism Strategy. Holiday Inn Express is the ideal brand to meet the growing demand for high-quality accommodation to cater to the needs of modern, smart, and savvy travelers visiting the country.”