The operator has agreed a deal with Swiss hotel developer Orascom Development Holding (ODH) for a 100-room Casa Cook property on El Gouna’s waterfront, as well as a Cook’s Club in the resort.

Enric Noguer, chief of Thomas Cook Hotels and Resorts, said: “With the opening of these two hotels Thomas Cook will offer year-round holidays in our Casa Cook and Cook’s Club brands.

“This continues strong momentum for our hotels and resorts business as we expand our portfolio around the world. El Gouna is a popular destination and our two new hotels will offer alternative holidays to people looking for high-quality contemporary design and laidback service with a great bar and restaurant at the heart.”

The two Cook properties will be opened in autumn 2019 in time for the 2019/2020 winter season.

Khaled Bichara, chief executive of Orascom Development, added: “We are excited about the partnership with Thomas Cook and we welcome the fact that El Gouna will be the first home to Thomas Cook’s newest hotel brands in the Middle East.

“We are confident that Casa Cook and Cook’s Club will fit perfectly to the offer at El Gouna and the Group’s hotel portfolio.”