Egypt Approves 16 Tourism Land Allocations South of Hurghada
Egypt's General Authority for Tourism Development granted final allocation decisions for 16 investment plots in the South Magawish tourism center, covering more than one million square meters. The projects are expected to add about 856 hotel rooms, expand an existing resort to 946 units, and include two water parks and luxury entertainment areas. The housing minister said the move aims to attract investment, increase hotel capacity, and create jobs.
Egypt’s tourism development authority has finalized land awards for 16 investment parcels in the South Magawish tourism zone, located south of Hurghada in the Red Sea governorate. Together, the plots exceed one million square meters and are intended for hotel, service, and leisure projects.
Plans include roughly 856 new hotel rooms, an expansion of an existing resort to 946 units, two water parks—one run by an international operator—and luxury entertainment and tourism service areas. Officials say the allocations support investment, hotel capacity, and job creation.
The expansion could create construction and hospitality jobs around Hurghada, benefiting local workers and service businesses. More hotel rooms and attractions may draw additional visitors, supporting tourism revenue, while also potentially increasing demand on water, waste, and transport infrastructure. Residents and existing resorts may see both economic opportunities and pressure on local services, depending on how development is managed.