HURGHADA, Egypt: Splashing pools, thrill slides and family-friendly leisure took centre stage for Rixos Hotels Egypt this week, as the brand’s flagship aqua attraction was named Africa’s Leading Water Park 2026 at the World Travel Awards Africa Gala Ceremony. The evening, staged on 28 August 2026 in Zanzibar, Tanzania, delivered a total of seven honours to the group’s Egyptian collection.
Leading the celebration was the Aqua Park at Rixos Premium Seagate, which climbed to the top of the continental leisure category. It is a fitting headline for a portfolio built around water, sun and shoreline: the operator, part of Rixos Hotels, runs destinations in Sharm El Sheikh, Hurghada and Alexandria, each pairing beachfront living with pools, splash zones and resort-scale entertainment.
Water Park Win Anchors a Leisure-Led Sweep
The aqua accolade sat alongside a strong showing for family and resort experiences, underlining how central play, poolside relaxation and coastal recreation have become to the group’s appeal. From adults-only escapes to villa retreats and heritage stays, the recognitions spanned the full breadth of what Egyptian holidaymakers seek along the Red Sea and Mediterranean coasts.
The Seven Honours in Full
- 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
Rixos Premium Seagate proved the standout performer, claiming both the water-park title for its Aqua Park and the Egypt’s Leading Family Resort crown, a double that speaks to its billing as a destination for guests of every age. Rixos Premium Magawish Suites & Villas also collected a pair, taking the beach resort and overall resort categories.
Management Reflects on the Recognition
Reacting to 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.”
With slides, pools and shoreline leisure now firmly among its calling cards, the group heads into the coming season with fresh silverware across its Sharm El Sheikh, Hurghada and Alexandria properties. Full results from the ceremony are available via the World Travel Awards.
