Azure blue lagoons, sweeping vistas and rolling dunes. This is Egypt. Explore the shores of the Red Sea from Casa Cook’s latest hideaway. Opening in November 2019, the newly built hotel is the fifth of Thomas Cook’s award-winning collection of boutique hotels.
       The lagoon city of El Gouna is renowned for its superior water sports conditions thanks to shallow waters, spacious beach fronts and year-round excellent winds. Taking advantage of its prime location on the cusp of the Red Sea, Casa Cook El Gouna is the first of its kind to open its very own kiteboarding center in partnership with Duotone – one of the world’s leading wind and water sport suppliers.
       El Gouna shows us a different side to Egypt. Flanked by palms and perched amidst the desert dunes, the 100-room adults-only hotel is the perfect base to relax and unwind this summer. The rugged landscape is juxtaposed with contemporary Arabic architecture and a thriving tropical jungl–your own secluded settlement.
       The hotel was hand-made by the studio of Fat Tony. It echoes Casa Cook’s signature design ethos, contemporary and simplistic, punctuated by clean lines and bursts of tropical jungle.It’s a beach lovers paradise, right in the heart of the Egyptian desert. Ground colors, soft natural materials, light versus shadow, wind and sand. These were all the elements that we took under the consideration and we brought them together to convincingly capture the uniqueness of this Red Sea location.
       The rooms-ranging from Standard Rooms to Villas-feel earthy and private, like a home away from home. Each room features an own private terrace, while the Premium Roof Terrace rooms boast expansive sunset views. Shades of orange and red offset the darker nuances of green and blue, while raw wooden furnishings and tarnished ceramics create a sense of pared back luxury. Décor is simple and chic, complimented with rattan interiors and neutral linens.
       Regal Egyptian forms, striking rock formations and the dramatic play of light create an ethereal feel, simplifying the elements down into their bare essentials. The desert-style Beach Club opens onto panoramic views of the lagoon, gently lapping the edge of the Red Sea. Dwarfed by the majesty of the landscape, Casa Cook El Gouna is your remote modern oasis. Spend your days by the pool, indulging at the spa, exploring archaeological treasures or experiencing the world-class diving and kitesurfing on offer.