On August 18, 2026, IHG Hotels & Resorts formalized an agreement to develop the world’s inaugural Hotel Indigo branded residences at Mountain View Ras El Hekma on Egypt’s North Coast. This project, carried out in partnership with Mountain View for Development and Real Estate Investment, marks Hotel Indigo’s entry into the residential real estate market globally.
Project Location and Integration with Hotel Indigo Mountain View Ras El Hekma
The Residences at Hotel Indigo Mountain View Ras El Hekma will be situated adjacent to the established Hotel Indigo Mountain View Ras El Hekma, a 100-key property within Mountain View’s master-planned beachfront community. The integrated development offers residents access to hospitality-led services and amenities,
blending residential living with lifestyle and leisure offerings.
Executive Statements on Collaboration
Haitham Mattar, Managing Director for India, Middle East & Africa at IHG Hotels & Resorts, described the signing as a pivotal moment that reflects Hotel Indigo’s expansion beyond conventional hospitality to meet evolving residential expectations. He emphasized the creation of a unique residential experience combining Hotel Indigo’s local neighborhood character with IHG’s service standards.
Eng. Amr Soliman, Founder and Executive Chairman of Mountain View, characterized the project as a strategic advance in delivering integrated coastal communities in Egypt. He highlighted the global confidence in Mountain View’s vision, emphasizing the resident experience as
holistic, combining quality design, comprehensive services, and connection to the surrounding destination at Ras El Hekma.
Brand Philosophy and Development Strategy
The Hotel Indigo brand, known for reflecting local culture and community stories through distinctive design, extends this ethos to its first residential development at Ras El Hekma. IHG aims to expand its branded residences portfolio selectively, prioritizing brand leadership and long-term quality over volume, establishing quality residential living aligned with the brand’s identity.
IHG’s Presence in Egypt and Mountain View’s Background
IHG currently manages 10 hotels in Egypt across the InterContinental, Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, and Staybridge Suites brands. The group has a pipeline of 26 hotels planned to open in Egypt
in the coming years, affirming its commitment to the country’s hospitality development. Globally, IHG operates more than one million rooms across 7,000 hotels, supported by its 160 million-member IHG One Rewards program.
Mountain View, an Egyptian real estate developer established in 2005, focuses on integrated urban communities in key Egyptian regions, including East and West Cairo, the North Coast, and the Red Sea Coast. In 2024, Mountain View expanded regionally by launching Mountain View Saudi Arabia, developing projects such as One Mountain View and Hayat Mountain View to meet evolving urban lifestyle needs.
