ORA Developers designs and develops luxury lifestyle destinations in Egypt and selected international markets. Its portfolio combines residential, commercial, hospitality, entertainment, and mixed-use communities for homebuyers, residents, leisure guests, investors, and visitors seeking integrated, design-led environments with amenities and services.
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AI-researched delivery record, not yet confirmed by the developer. Dates may be approximate; original sources are linked.
AI research over published reviews and resident comments. Scores are a model’s reading of opinion, not figures stated on a page, and nothing here feeds any number above it. The links under each block are the pages that research says it used. Based on available resident reviews of covered buildings. These are reported experiences, not independent building inspections, and may not represent all residents or properties.
| Project | Overall | Structure & systems | Management & living |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silversands Beach HousePortici Beach30 units | 9.7/ 10 | 9.0/ 10 Tripadvisor 4.9/5 · 275 reviews · tripadvisor.com Booking.com 10/10, 9.6/10 · 9 reviews · booking.com Combined from 3 published figures on 2 platforms, weighted by review count, adjusted for where resident ratings usually fall and weighted toward the 6.5 midpoint where reviews are few: 9. | 8.6/ 10 Tripadvisor 4.9/5, 4.7/5 · 275 reviews · tripadvisor.com Booking.com 9.6/10, 9.6/10, 8.7/10, 10/10 · 9 reviews · booking.com Combined from 6 published figures on 2 platforms, weighted by review count, adjusted for where resident ratings usually fall and weighted toward the 6.5 midpoint where reviews are few: 8.6. |
Tripadvisor’s building-specific guest aggregate is the largest review base at 4.9/5 from 275 reviews, which converts to 9.7/10 under the stated curve and sets the level. Booking.com is directionally positive but has only nine reviews, so it cannot anchor or materially dissent; the written evidence adds strong praise for hospitality and only isolated operational reservations. | |||
no notes returned no links returned | Published guest reviews describe the daily experience as calm and highly service-oriented: one Tripadvisor review says the staff “make you feel like family,” while Aspire reports that staff “can’t do enough for us.” The main operational reservations were Booking.com comments that “staff needs training,” a “Slow staff” note, the lack of a real onsite spa, and a menu that one guest found repetitive; these are isolated comments rather than recurring failures in the material read. | ||
| The Club at Eighteen | 9.7/ 10 | —/ 10 | 9.7/ 10 |
Wanderlog’s building-specific aggregate of 4.9/5 from 41 reviews is the anchor; because it is a guest/short-stay-style club review set, the published score converts to 9.7/10 under the specified guest curve. The written excerpts consistently praise staff, facilities and course condition, while no recurring negative theme was found; structural scoring remains null because the reviews do not assess core building systems. | |||
The published reviews contain limited physical-asset evidence, but they repeatedly praise the golf-course condition: one reviewer says the “well-maintained fairways and greens showcase the club’s commitment to excellence,” while another describes the “green grassy golf course.” No published review read for this specific club reported leaks, plumbing, HVAC, electrical problems or other building-system failures. | The visible guest feedback is strongly positive about day-to-day use: reviewers describe “Friendly and Respectful Staff,” a “peaceful” place and “Excellent food and even better golf course.” Another review calls the staff hospitality “unparalleled” and praises the clubhouse amenities and pro shop. | ||
| Ayia Napa Marina — Phase 1 (marine and infrastructure works) | 9.0/ 10 | 7.8/ 10 Navily 4.7/5 · 15 reviews · navily.com Navily publishes 4.7/5 from 15 reviews. Adjusted for where resident ratings usually fall, and weighted toward the 6.5 midpoint (more strongly the fewer the reviews), that gives 7.8. | 6.7/ 10 Navily 4.6/5, 4.7/5, 3.5/5, 3.9/5 · 15 reviews · navily.com Combined from 4 published figures on 1 platform, weighted by review count, adjusted for where resident ratings usually fall and weighted toward the 6.5 midpoint where reviews are few: 6.7. |
Google’s 4.7/5 from 1,626 reviews is the largest review base and converts to 8.5/10, setting the level. Repeated positive commentary on cleanliness, staff, safety and the setting supports a modest upward adjustment, while limited facilities and one shower hot-water complaint prevent a larger increase. Structural scoring is based on the more limited Navily and written infrastructure evidence, so it is less certain than the overall score. | |||
Reviewers describe the physical environment as “pristine,” with “beautiful and clear” water, clean bathrooms and berthing that is “well secured against storms and swell.” A single Navily review says “the hot water was not always working in the showers”; no broader structural failure, flooding, lift outage or infrastructure defect was reported. The project’s first phase was formally described as including marine and infrastructure works, internal roads and MEP installations, and was delivered within schedule. | Daily-life feedback is largely favourable: one sailor called the service “very friendly,” said staff handled issues, and another described the marina as “safe and comfortable.” Visitors praised the modern waterfront and events, but also noted that “there’s not much else to do yet,” while the 2023 reporting described low visitor numbers and continuing development; these are dated observations rather than proof of the position on 2026-10-12. | ||
| Silversands Grand AnseGrand Anse Beach52 units | 9.0/ 10 | 8.8/ 10 Tripadvisor 4.9/5 · 454 reviews · tripadvisor.com Tripadvisor publishes 4.9/5 from 454 reviews. Adjusted for where resident ratings usually fall, and weighted toward the 6.5 midpoint (more strongly the fewer the reviews), that gives 8.8. | 8.4/ 10 Tripadvisor 4.9/5, 4.6/5 · 454 reviews · tripadvisor.com Combined from 2 published figures on 1 platform, weighted by review count, adjusted for where resident ratings usually fall and weighted toward the 6.5 midpoint where reviews are few: 8.4. |
Tripadvisor’s 4.7/5 aggregate from 454 reviews is the anchor and converts to 9.2/10. The overwhelmingly positive written evidence supports a high living assessment, but the severe July 2025 construction-noise report and smaller service/value criticisms pull the overall result down modestly. Structural scoring remains null because the published evidence does not establish a dependable rating of the building’s physical systems. | |||
Guests commonly describe the rooms as “modern and stylish,” “spacious,” and clean, and Tripadvisor publishes a 4.9/5 cleanliness sub-rating. However, a July 2025 guest reported heavy drilling and vehicle noise, saying the room physically vibrated; the hotel responded that the work was outside the property and cordoned off. The same review reported a patchy internet connection, while another guest mentioned a frozen wine fridge and non-working jacuzzi. | Daily life is generally described as luxurious and well-serviced: guests praise “warm,” “friendly” staff, attentive beach and pool attendants, the peaceful beachfront and the spa. The principal negative evidence is the July 2025 report that construction made it impossible to “read,” “nap” or “relax,” alongside complaints that the resort was “extremely overpriced”; other reviews mention slow pool service and limited activities. | ||
| Ayia Napa Marina — East Tower95 units | 6.4/ 10 | 8.5/ 10 Airbnb 5/5 · 7 reviews · airbnb.com Booking.com 10/10 · 1 review · booking.com Combined from 2 published figures on 2 platforms, weighted by review count, adjusted for where resident ratings usually fall and weighted toward the 6.5 midpoint where reviews are few: 8.5. | 8.2/ 10 Airbnb 5/5, 4.7/5, 4.7/5, 4.9/5 · 7 reviews · airbnb.com Booking.com 10/10 · 1 review · booking.com Vrbo 10/10, 6/10, 10/10, 10/10 · 1 review · vrbo.com Combined from 9 published figures on 3 platforms, weighted by review count, adjusted for where resident ratings usually fall and weighted toward the 6.5 midpoint where reviews are few: 8.2. |
The largest published review base located is Exa Places’ 2.0/5 from 9 reviews, but it is below the 10-review threshold, so the score is kept within one point of the prescribed 6.5 fallback level. Airbnb’s smaller seven-review aggregate and the one-review Booking.com and Vrbo results are positive guest evidence, but do not replace the anchor; there is no recurring complaint evidence to apply as a commentary adjustment. | |||
no notes returned no links returned | The available written guest feedback is positive but very limited: one verified Vrbo review praised “great facilities and local restaurants” and specifically liked cleanliness, communication and location. Booking.com also reports 10/10 for staff, facilities, cleanliness, comfort, value and location, but that result is based on only one guest review; no recurring resident-management complaints were located. |
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Orascom Construction PLC (NASDAQ Dubai: OC; EGX: ORAS) announces that it has signed an agreement with Ora Developers to build the first phase of ZED Sheikh Zayed in Egypt.
Ora Developers also signed an agreement worth EGP 1 billion with Banque Misr dedicated to the first phase of the project.
After finishing the master plan and architectural design developed by "WATG" International, we decided to maintain the same level of international standards and quality by collaborating with Orascom Construction.
Eighteen is Pakistan’s first lifestyle destination developed by Egypt’s Ora Developers in partnership with Saif Group and Kohistan Builders.
Eighteen is Pakistan’s first lifestyle destination developed by Egypt’s Ora Developers in partnership with Saif Group and Kohistan Builders.
The project is the realisation of the vision shared by its partners, Cypriot entrepreneur Gerasimos Caramondanis and Egyptian investor Naguib Sawiris.
Orascom Construction PLC (NASDAQ Dubai: OC; EGX: ORAS) announces that it has signed an agreement with Ora Developers to build the first phase of ZED Sheikh Zayed in Egypt.
Orascom Construction PLC (NASDAQ Dubai: OC; EGX: ORAS) announces that it has signed an agreement with Ora Developers to build the first phase of ZED Sheikh Zayed in Egypt.
Orascom Construction PLC (NASDAQ Dubai: OC; EGX: ORAS) announces that it has signed an agreement with Ora Developers to build the first phase of ZED Sheikh Zayed in Egypt.
Ora Developers also signed an agreement worth EGP 1 billion with Banque Misr dedicated to the first phase of the project.
Ora Developers also signed an agreement worth EGP 1 billion with Banque Misr dedicated to the first phase of the project.
Ora Developers also signed an agreement worth EGP 1 billion with Banque Misr dedicated to the first phase of the project.
After finishing the master plan and architectural design developed by "WATG" International, we decided to maintain the same level of international standards and quality by collaborating with Orascom Construction.
After finishing the master plan and architectural design developed by "WATG" International, we decided to maintain the same level of international standards and quality by collaborating with Orascom Construction.
After finishing the master plan and architectural design developed by "WATG" International, we decided to maintain the same level of international standards and quality by collaborating with Orascom Construction.
Eighteen is Pakistan’s first lifestyle destination developed by Egypt’s Ora Developers in partnership with Saif Group and Kohistan Builders.
Eighteen is Pakistan’s first lifestyle destination developed by Egypt’s Ora Developers in partnership with Saif Group and Kohistan Builders.
Eighteen is Pakistan’s first lifestyle destination developed by Egypt’s Ora Developers in partnership with Saif Group and Kohistan Builders.
Eighteen is Pakistan’s first lifestyle destination developed by Egypt’s Ora Developers in partnership with Saif Group and Kohistan Builders.
Eighteen is Pakistan’s first lifestyle destination developed by Egypt’s Ora Developers in partnership with Saif Group and Kohistan Builders.
Eighteen is Pakistan’s first lifestyle destination developed by Egypt’s Ora Developers in partnership with Saif Group and Kohistan Builders.
The project is the realisation of the vision shared by its partners, Cypriot entrepreneur Gerasimos Caramondanis and Egyptian investor Naguib Sawiris.
The project is the realisation of the vision shared by its partners, Cypriot entrepreneur Gerasimos Caramondanis and Egyptian investor Naguib Sawiris.
The project is the realisation of the vision shared by its partners, Cypriot entrepreneur Gerasimos Caramondanis and Egyptian investor Naguib Sawiris.
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| Egypt | active 0 projects tracked |
| Cyprus | active 2 projects tracked |
| Pakistan | active 1 project tracked |
| Grenada | active 0 projects tracked |
| United Arab Emirates | active 0 projects tracked |
| Iraq | active 0 projects tracked |
| Greece | active 0 projects tracked |
| Hotel | 2 of 5 |
| Other | 2 of 5 |
| Residential, for sale | 1 of 5 |
| Masterplan | 1 of 5 |
| Hotel residences | 1 of 5 |
### Naguib Sawiris
### Chairman - [Orascom Development](https://www.linkedin.com/company/orascom-development) (Current) ...
Mr. Sawiris is also Chairman of Ora Developers, a company undertaking high-end real estate developments and hospitality projects in various prime locations around the world.
Chairman and CEO
### wafaa Lotaief
when she has been appointed to the position of Vice Chairman.
Ms. Wafaa has worked with the Orascom Group for over three decades.
Vice Chairman
### Mohamed Sheta
# Mohamed Sheta
Jan 2017 - Present (9 years and 8 months) in Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Mr. Mohamed is the CFO of ORA, covering the worldwide operations of the group.
Chief Financial Officer, ORA
### Lana Sawiris
### Global Chief Commercial Officer - [ORA Developers](https://www.linkedin.com/company/oradevelopers) Jan 2025 - Aug 2026 (1 year and 7 months) in Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Jan 2025 - Aug 2026 (1 year and 7 months) in Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Today, Lana is Global Chief Commercial Officer of Ora Developers, where she leads sales, marketing, brand vision, and customer experience across seven international markets.
Chief Commercial Officer, ORA
### Khaled Morgan
# Khaled Morgan Group Chief Development Officer & Board Member at Ora Developers
Jan 2022 - Present (4 years and 7 months)
Chief Development Officer, ORA
# Khaled Morgan Group Chief Development Officer & Board Member at Ora Developers
### Amgad Sabry
# Amgad Sabry - Chief Business Development Officer at Ora ...
He is responsible for the business development of ORA Globally.
Chief Business Development Officer, ORA
0 undated completions and 0 boundary-uncertain completions are retained but excluded from figures.
| Project | Location | Type | Units | Floors | Area | Cost | Payment plan | Launched | Construction start | Original target | Handover | Delay | Confidence | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silversands Beach House | not published Portici Beach | hotel | 301 | — | — | — | — | 2021 | April 2021 | Jan 2022 – Dec 2022 | Feb 2024 | +19.5 mo (+14.0 to +25.0) | sourced | completed |
| Ayia Napa Marina — East Tower | Cyprus | residential for sale | 951 | — | — | — | — | 2016 | October 3, 2016 | Jul 2023 | Oct 2023 | +3.0 mo (+3.0 to +3.0) | estimated | completed |
| The Club at Eighteen | Pakistan | other | — | — | — | — | — | 2023 | October 16, 2023 | Jan 2024 | Oct 2023 | dates under review | dates under review | completed |
| Ayia Napa Marina — Phase 1 (marine and infrastructure works) | Cyprus | masterplan, other | — | — | — | EUR 80m estimated cost | — | 2016 | September 2016 | Jun 2019 – Aug 2019 | May 2020 | +10.0 mo (+9.0 to +11.0) | estimated | completed |
| Silversands Grand Anse | not published Grand Anse Beach | hotel, hotel residences | 521 | — | — | — | 10% + 12.5% + 10% + 12.5% + 10% + 7% + 7% + 7% + 7% + 7% + 7.5% + 2.5%1 | 2015 | January 2015 | Dec 2017 – Feb 2018 | Dec 2018 | +11.0 mo (+10.0 to +12.0) | sourced | completed |
| Coverage | active |
| Tracked since | October 11, 2026 |
| Last checked | October 12, 2026 this month |
| Profile last researched | October 12, 2026 |
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