Robert Trent Jones II Golf Course Architects (RTJ II) has been selected to lead the redesign and renovation of the historic golf course at Mena House, one of the world\u2019s most distinctive golf destinations, uniquely located at the base of the Giza Pyramids.<\/p>\n
Blending sport, history, and global tourism, the golf course at Mena House is one of the few places in the world where golf is played in the shadow of one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The partnership between Talaat Moustafa Group (TMG) and RTJ II reflects a shared commitment to elevating the course\u2019s international profile while preserving its distinctive legacy.<\/p>\n
Mena House has held a singular place in Egypt\u2019s hospitality and sporting history since the late 19th century, when it began as a royal hunting lodge before opening to guests in the 1880s. For generations, its setting beside the Great Pyramid has drawn travelers, dignitaries, and golf enthusiasts from around the world.<\/p>\n
Golf has been played at Mena House since 1899, making the course one of Egypt\u2019s oldest golf venues. Its proximity to the Pyramids gives it a character unmatched anywhere else in the world.<\/p>\n
The redesign will honor that history while reshaping Mena House for today\u2019s golfers and resort guests. RTJ II\u2019s plan introduces a more flexible golf experience with multiple ways to play, broadening the course\u2019s appeal to families, juniors, and international visitors.<\/p>\n
\u201cMena House Golf Course is unlike any other golf destination in the world. It combines heritage, hospitality, and one of the most iconic settings imaginable,\u201d said Omar Hisham Talaat, Chief Business Development Officer for TMG. \u201cWith the Giza Pyramids as its backdrop, the course offers an extraordinary opportunity to create a golf experience that is both globally distinctive and deeply rooted in Egypt\u2019s cultural legacy.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cGolf is a key part of our broader vision for sustainable development and healthy lifestyles,\u201d Talaat said. \u201cAs we continue to grow our golf portfolio\u2014which includes Madinaty Golf Club, the 18-hole SouthMED course on Egypt\u2019s North Coast, and Sharm Bay in Sharm El Sheikh\u2014we see Mena House as a crown jewel, one that deserves the highest level of design excellence and international attention.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cThis partnership builds on our successful collaboration with RTJ II, which previously designed the Madinaty and SouthMED golf courses,\u201d Talaat said. \u201cIt reflects our confidence in their global expertise and ability to deliver a world-class golfing experience.\u201d<\/p>\n
Trent Jones III, Chief Operating Officer of RTJ II, emphasised the importance of honouring the site\u2019s legacy while shaping its future. \u201cThis is one of the most meaningful sites for golf anywhere in the world.\u00a0 We are honoured to steward a course with more than 125 years of history and to shape its next chapter with care, precision, and creativity,\u201d Jones said. \u201cOur vision is to embrace the history of this awe-inspiring setting as golfers play beneath the 4700-year-old Pyramids. Mena House has all the ingredients that make golf memorable: history, landscape, atmosphere, and a setting people will never forget. Our focus is on designing a course that belongs in that place.\u201d<\/p>\n
Known for its unmatched views, each hole at Mena House offers dramatic perspectives of the pyramids, creating a playing experience that is as memorable as it is challenging. The renovation will further elevate the guest experience through thoughtful enhancements and upgraded infrastructure\u2014all designed to maintain the course\u2019s identity while meeting the expectations of today\u2019s international golf traveller.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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