Somabay spans a peninsula of around 10 million m² on the Red Sea coast, surrounded by water on three sides. It is not just a single seaside village; it brings together residential districts, hotels, beaches, golf courses, a marina and water-sports facilities in a master plan that runs all year round.
Properties in Somabay range from apartments, chalets, cabins, lofts and penthouses to twin villas and standalone villas. Each district differs in its position on the peninsula and its proximity to the sea, the golf course or the marina, so choosing a unit starts with picking the right area before comparing sizes and prices.
Where is Somabay located?
Somabay is located at Km 48 on the Hurghada–Safaga road, south of Hurghada city and right on the Red Sea coast. Hurghada International Airport is roughly 30 to 45 minutes away by car, depending on the route and traffic.
The location gives access to the destination from:
- Hurghada International Airport.
- Hurghada city.
- Safaga city.
- The Hurghada–Safaga road.
- The road network linking Cairo to the Red Sea.
- Luxor and the Nile Valley by road.
Somabay is about 2 hours by car from Luxor, linking a coastal home with one of the most important tourist destinations in Upper Egypt. Direct flights to Hurghada also make it easy for owners and visitors to arrive from Cairo and a number of European cities.
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Somabay area and master plan
The destination covers around 10 million m², equivalent to roughly 2,400 feddans. Its coastline stretches for about 11 kilometres, combining sandy beaches with coral reef areas.
The master plan distributes the residential districts according to the terrain and the view:
- Districts close to the beach.
- Relatively elevated units overlooking the sea.
- Areas facing the golf course.
- Homes near the marina.
- Inner districts surrounded by gardens and pools.
- A limited number of villas and units on distinctive coastal sites.
Not every unit has a direct sea view. A unit may overlook the golf course, a garden or a swimming pool, while others sit in rows close to the sea or right in front of it. This is determined by the home's position on the district plan, the floor and the direction of the façade.
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The main districts and residential projects in Somabay
The destination has many districts, each with its own character in terms of unit types, views and proximity to services.
Mesca
Mesca is close to the sea and offers apartments, penthouses, cabins, chalets, twin villas and standalone villas. Views vary between the sea, swimming pools and open areas.
Its expansions include phases such as Mesca Edition, Mesca Heights and Mesca Golf Edition, adding units that overlook the sea or the golf course depending on each phase's location.
Blanca
Blanca combines apartments, lofts and homes in an area close to White Beach. It includes several editions, among them Blanca Gardens, Blanca Gardens 2 and Blanca Gardens Collection.
The area suits those who want beach access while living among gardens and internal walkways, rather than choosing a unit on the front sea row.
Baywest
Baywest is on the western side of the peninsula and offers villas, apartments and units overlooking gardens, pools and the sea, depending on their location.
Its extensions include Baywest Valley and Greens Baywest Valley, where homes are spread over terraced land that widens the view angles from some locations.
Wadi Jebal
Wadi Jebal stands out for its elevated position and wide views over the Red Sea. It offers lodges and standalone villas, along with Wadi Jebal Extension.
The phase suits those who put quiet, privacy and a wide view first, more than direct proximity to the marina or the busier areas.
Wadi Soma
Wadi Soma's units overlook the golf course and green spaces, and include homes and apartments that vary in size and layout. Its location supports using the home across multiple seasons, thanks to the proximity to golf activities and not just the beach.
Reef Town
Reef Town sits between Wadi Jebal and Soma Breeze and offers 2- and 3-bedroom chalets. It benefits from a location close to the beach, the golf course and The Cascades hotel.
Soma Coves
Soma Coves offers residential units and villas close to the beach and the golf course. The view varies between its phases according to proximity to the sea, the height of the unit and its outdoor area.
Bay Central
Bay Central combines apartments and villas in a location close to the heart of the destination. Its position makes it suitable for those who want easy access to the marina, restaurants and services.
Arc of Soma
Arc of Soma is at the tip of the peninsula and offers suites, apartments and units overlooking the sea or the lagoon and the golf course. Its location gives open views, with the distance to the beach varying from building to building.
Soma Breeze
Soma Breeze offers apartments and chalets in an area close to the golf course, the beach and the basic services. It is one of the phases that provide suitable sizes for those who do not need a villa or a large home.
Nautilus
Nautilus offers villas in a high price and size bracket, addressing those looking for a standalone home with greater privacy within the Somabay destination.
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Available unit types
Apartments
Apartments are available with 1, 2 or 3 bedrooms in several phases, including Blanca, Baywest, Bay Central, Mesca and Arc of Soma. They may be on the ground floor with a garden, on a typical floor with a terrace, or on the top floor.
Chalets and cabins
Chalets and cabins are concentrated close to the beach or swimming pools, and some sizes start from around 76 m². They suit short stays or a small family, but it is important to distinguish between a unit with a sea view and one that only has beach access rights.
Penthouses and lofts
Penthouse and loft units offer larger indoor and outdoor space than ordinary apartments. Their design varies between a single-level unit with a spacious terrace and a home spread over two levels.
Twin villas
Twin villas appear in phases such as Mesca, where two homes share one wall, with a garden and a private entrance for each unit. They offer a lower price than some standalone villas while keeping the character of a private coastal home.
Standalone villas
Villas are found in Baywest, Wadi Jebal, Mesca, Soma Coves, Bay Central and Nautilus. Their built-up areas, plot sizes and gardens vary, and some units may include a private pool or closer access to the sea.
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Somabay prices
Prices for some available apartments start from around EGP 11.9 million according to 2026 listings, while prices rise as you move to chalets close to the beach, villas and homes with direct views.
A single price list cannot be set for all phases; a unit's price is determined by:
- The phase name.
- The property type.
- The area and number of bedrooms.
- The floor.
- The unit's proximity to the sea.
- The direction of the view.
- The size of the terrace or garden.
- Whether there is a private pool.
- The finishing and furnishing condition.
- The delivery date.
- Whether the unit is from the developer or a resale.
Prices of large villas in prime districts may exceed EGP 100 million, while small apartments and chalets start from lower levels. A unit is compared with a property of the same type and district to give a meaningful price benchmark.
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Payment plan and instalments
Payment plans differ from one phase to another. They include:
- A down payment starting from 5%.
- A further 5% after six months.
- The remaining amount paid in instalments over up to 7 years.
Some other launches start with a total down payment of 10% and an instalment period of up to 7 years. The plan issued for the unit at the time of booking is the one that applies, because the plan may differ depending on the project and the launch date.
The financial offer sets out:
- The booking deposit amount.
- The contract down payment.
- The next payment.
- The instalments and their dates.
- Maintenance fees.
- The cost of membership or additional services.
- The delivery date.
- The total price up to the end of the instalments.
As for resale units, they are subject to the amounts the owner has already paid, the remaining instalments and the transfer fees, and the developer's new plan does not necessarily apply to them.
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Finishing and handover
Many units in Somabay are offered fully finished, while some resale properties are sold furnished. Even so, no single specification applies to all districts and phases.
Before buying, the sales team establishes:
- Whether the unit is fully finished.
- Whether air conditioning is included in the price.
- The kitchen and bathroom fittings.
- Whether furniture and appliances are included.
- The condition of the garden or private pool.
- The delivery date.
- Maintenance and operating fees.
Handover dates also differ from phase to phase; there are ready units in existing districts, alongside projects under construction with future dates.
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Somabay services and facilities
Services operate across the whole peninsula, not separately within each phase.
- Beaches: The coastline stretches for about 11 kilometres between sand and coral reefs.
- Marina: It has restaurants, cafés, shops and services for boat trips and marine activities.
- Golf course: A championship course designed by Gary Player, along with practice courses and areas.
- Golf academy: It serves beginners and players who want to train.
- The Cascades Spa & Thalasso: A wellness and seawater therapy centre.
- ORCA Dive Center: It provides diving and snorkelling services and access to the coral reefs.
- 7Bft Kite House: Dedicated to kitesurfing and wind-related sports.
- Sports Arena: It offers a range of sports activities and courts.
- Hotels: They include Kempinski, Sheraton, Robinson, The Cascades and The Breakers.
- Restaurants and cafés: Spread across the marina, the hotels and the main areas.
- Medical services: A medical centre and a pharmacy within the destination.
- Education: A nursery and Kompass primary school.
- Daily services: A supermarket, a mosque and internal transport services.
- Security and maintenance: Management of the entrances, roads and common areas, plus home maintenance services.
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Owning a home in a year-round destination
Somabay differs from villages whose activity is concentrated in the summer weeks; the mild weather, water sports, golf and hotels support its use across many periods of the year.
This benefits an owner who wants to:
- Spend winter holidays on the Red Sea.
- Enjoy diving, golf or kitesurfing.
- Stay for long periods with daily services available.
- Own a home in a destination that welcomes international visitors.
- Rent out the unit in line with regulations and the available management system.
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Real estate investment in Somabay
A property's value depends first on the district, then on the unit's position within it. Proximity to the sea may matter most in one phase, while demand in another depends on the golf view or easy access to the marina.
Factors that influence the investment decision include:
- A variety of districts and residential products.
- Operating hotels and services.
- Usability in both summer and winter.
- The destination's proximity to Hurghada Airport.
- The limited number of units with a direct sea frontage.
- A resale market within existing districts.
- Different buyer segments for apartments and villas.
- The cost of maintenance, furnishing and management.
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Somabay developer
Abu Soma Development Company (ASDC) develops and manages Somabay, and the company is based on a partnership bringing together Al Alan Group and Tawfik Gargour & Sons Group.
The company acts as the master developer of the destination, which includes building the infrastructure, residential districts, hotels, roads, utilities and water and power plants, as well as managing the basic services within the peninsula.
Development of Somabay began as part of integrated tourism development projects on the Red Sea, then expanded gradually with the addition of residential districts, hotels, and sports, educational and medical facilities.
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Frequently asked questions about Somabay
Where is Somabay located?
It is located at Km 48 on the Hurghada–Safaga road, south of Hurghada city on the Red Sea coast.
How big is the project?
The destination covers around 10 million m², equivalent to roughly 2,400 feddans.
What unit types are available?
They include apartments, chalets, cabins, lofts, penthouses, twin villas and standalone villas.
What are the main phases of Somabay?
They include Mesca, Blanca, Baywest, Wadi Jebal, Wadi Soma, Reef Town, Soma Coves, Bay Central, Arc of Soma and Soma Breeze.
What are the lowest prices available?
In 2026, some apartments start from around EGP 11.9 million, with the price varying by phase, unit and view.
What is the instalment plan?
Some plans start with a 5% down payment, then 5% after six months, and instalments of up to 7 years. The plan varies by phase.
Are there units ready for handover?
Yes, there are ready and resale units in existing districts, alongside new launches under construction.
Do all units overlook the sea?
No. Views vary between the sea, the golf course, gardens, swimming pools and open areas, depending on the district and the unit's location.
Can the home be used all year round?
Yes, the hotels, marina, golf, water sports and a number of services operate all year round, although the timings of some activities and facilities vary.
Who is the developer of Somabay?
It is developed by Abu Soma Development Company (ASDC), the master developer responsible for the districts, infrastructure and main services in the destination.
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