HURGHADA, Egypt. A storied seafront address in Alexandria has emerged as one of the standout names in a night that belonged to Egyptian hospitality. Rixos Montaza Alexandria was crowned Egypt’s Leading Heritage Hotel 2026, one of seven trophies collected by Rixos Hotels Egypt at the World Travel Awards Africa Gala Ceremony, staged on 28 August 2026 in Zanzibar, Tanzania.
The heritage honour carries particular weight for a brand whose Egyptian footprint spans Sharm El Sheikh, Hurghada and Alexandria. Set against the historic grounds of the Montaza district, the property has long traded on a sense of place that blends coastal grandeur with the layered history of the Mediterranean city, and the award positions it as the reference point for guests seeking character over uniformity.
A heritage win at the heart of a seven-trophy haul
While the Alexandria property claimed the heritage category, the wider portfolio delivered a broad sweep across resort, family, beach, all-inclusive and luxury segments. The recognition underlines how the group has built distinct identities across its Egyptian addresses rather than replicating a single format from coast to coast.
The seven awards presented in Zanzibar were:
- Africa’s Leading Water Park 2026, Aqua Park, Rixos Premium Seagate, Egypt
- Egypt’s Leading All-Inclusive Resort 2026, Rixos Sharm El Sheikh Adults Only 18+
- Egypt’s Leading Beach Resort 2026, Rixos Premium Magawish Suites & Villas
- Egypt’s Leading Family Resort 2026, Rixos Premium Seagate
- Egypt’s Leading Heritage Hotel 2026, Rixos Montaza Alexandria
- Egypt’s Leading Luxury Hotel Villa 2026, Premium Villa @ Club Prive by Rixos Sharm El Sheikh
- Egypt’s Leading Resort 2026, Rixos Premium Magawish Suites & Villas
Recognition rooted in guest experience
Reflecting on the results, Mr. Erkan Yildirim, Managing Director of Rixos Hotels Egypt, said: “We are extremely proud to receive seven World Travel Awards. This recognition reflects the dedication of our teams and our continued commitment to delivering exceptional and memorable guest experiences. We sincerely thank our guests and partners for their trust and support.”
His remarks pointed to the people behind each property, from the teams safeguarding the heritage character of the Alexandria hotel to those running the beach, family and adults-only resorts along the Red Sea. The dual recognition for Rixos Premium Magawish Suites & Villas, named both Egypt’s Leading Beach Resort and Egypt’s Leading Resort, added further weight to the evening.
The World Travel Awards, widely regarded as a benchmark of excellence across the global travel industry, gathered leading hospitality names for the annual African ceremony. For Rixos Hotels Egypt, the outcome consolidates a portfolio that now pairs the modern appeal of its Red Sea resorts with the historic resonance of its Alexandria landmark. Full results are published by the World Travel Awards.
