Mandarin Oriental will manage the historic Winter Palace in Luxor and the Old Cataract in Aswan following comprehensive renovations, Talaat Moustafa Group (TMG) announced. The two iconic properties are scheduled to reopen under the Mandarin Oriental brand in 2027. Under the agreement, Mandarin Oriental will take over management of the Old Cataract Aswan in May 2026. Following extensive development, it is expected to reopen as the “Mandarin Oriental Old Cataract Aswan” in July 2027. The Winter Palace Luxor will also undergo a full redevelopment, with its reopening as the “Mandarin Oriental Winter Palace Luxor” also slated for July 2027.

Source: Daily News Egypt February 16, 2026 15:10 UTC