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The lifestyle brand ananea continues its journey of expansion, extending its footprint into two new countries. Since the beginning of August, the collection now includes ananea Hurghada in Egypt and ananea Castelo Suites Algarve in Portugal. Both properties are the brand’s first in their respective destinations, with further openings still to come this year in Zanzibar, the Maldives and Thailand.

Italy, Egypt, Portugal – three new openings in 2025

As announced last summer, ananea has already welcomed three new or newly refurbished houses to its portfolio in 2025. The ananea Tropea Yachting Resort in Calabria, Italy, reopened after a full renovation with 12 new suites and a contemporary industrial look. With Hurghada and the Algarve, ananea now sets its first accents in North Africa and Southern Europe.

ananea Hurghada – Egyptian “slow glamour” on the Red Sea

Since 1 August 2025, ananea Hurghada has been receiving its first guests. The adults-only hideaway with 114 rooms lies tucked into a quiet bay with fine sand and direct sea access. Three restaurants offer a variety of culinary moods: an airy buffet terrace, an à-la-carte dining room, and a fish restaurant overlooking the marina. Four bars — from poolside to beach — frame days of leisure and evenings of conviviality.

A freshwater pool, gardens, yoga and wellness treatments provide calm between city explorations. Only two kilometres away lies the heart of Hurghada with its old quarter El Dahar, its bazaar and mosques, while the marina invites guests to stroll between boutiques and cafés. The airport is a short 13-kilometre drive.

Design in harmony with the landscape

The hotel’s clear architecture is dressed in earthy tones — ochre, terracotta, sand beige — echoing the desert and shoreline. These hues continue indoors, where woven baskets, ceramics and rugs add texture and warmth. Outdoors, traditional henna wood shades and bamboo structures shape terraces and balconies. By combining local craftsmanship with modern lines, the hotel translates ananea’s philosophy of “slow glamour” into a contemporary Egyptian key.

Egypt remains one of DERTOUR’s most beloved destinations year-round, a land of ancient treasures, sun-drenched coastlines and world-renowned diving reefs. With ananea, Sentido, Aldiana and Calimera, the group now counts eight houses in Hurghada and Marsa Alam — each open to travellers in every season.

ananea Castelo Suites Algarve – where coast and culture meet

On 3 August, Portugal welcomed its first ananea with the opening of Castelo Suites Algarve in Sesmarias, near Albufeira. In a quiet neighbourhood close to Praia do Castelo and Praia do Evaristo, the hotel offers 146 rooms designed for solo travellers, couples and families alike. Its showpiece is the rooftop infinity pool (16+), with views sweeping across the coast to the Monchique mountains. A second pool and sun terrace offer more tranquil retreats, while dining ranges from a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant to a snack bar and two additional bars.

Portuguese tradition with a contemporary touch

Every detail of the property reflects the Algarve’s heritage. The curved façade recalls the region’s rugged cliffs, while stone and wood, textiles and natural finishes honour local craftsmanship. The palette — greens, earthy browns, soft greys — mirrors the surrounding forests, olive groves and mountains. The result is a serene yet powerful atmosphere, blending tradition and modern design.

The hotel is a perfect base for exploration: Albufeira’s old town and lively Newtown lie just four kilometres away, while the Monchique mountains invite long hikes and the coastline lends itself to leisurely bike rides.

Karl J. Pojer, CEO of DERTOUR Group Hotel Division, said:

“I am delighted that we have been able to open our lifestyle brand ananea in two new countries. We place great value on offering our guests a diverse range of high-quality accommodation in popular destinations. With the introduction of ananea in Egypt and Portugal, we strengthen our promise to continue growing with DERTOUR Hotels & Resorts and to offer concepts that cater to different tastes and travel needs.”

Christian Grage, Managing Director DERTOUR Hotels & Resorts, added:

“We have continuously advanced the development of our lifestyle brand ananea. I am proud that in Egypt — a holiday destination very popular with our guests — we can now complement our brands Sentido, Aldiana and Calimera with ananea. Our new lifestyle property is a wonderful enrichment for the region and for our guests.”

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