Steigenberger Hotels & Resorts is to launch a new hotel that will feature a Swahili-themed aqua park and spa in Egypt.
Located at the southern end of Hurghada, Steigenberger Aqua Magic will house 688 guest rooms including family rooms, deluxe rooms and suites.
The resort, which will open end of 2013 or early 2014, will feature a Splash-certified Aqua Park with a range of slides and attractions including a separate waterpark for children with more than 30 play features.
The hotel's spa will house treatment rooms, a heated swimming pool, saunas and steamrooms.
Other facilities include a main swimming pool, an adult only and rooftop pool, a techno gym fitness centre and jogging track and a 9-hole pitch and putt golf course.
Dining options will include four restaurants as well as an Egyptian and international food court with 10 different venues.
Guests will have access to a private beach and a dive and aqua centre with a private marina and two private diving boats.
Other facilities include a traditional Arabian souk-styled cultural area, featuring hand made African crafts including gold shops, art & craft shops and an entertainment area.
