Mar Bay Ras El Hekma Village

Mar Bay Ras El Hekma Village by Al Marasem Development sits at Kilometer 191 on the Alexandria–Marsa Matrouh Road, with a private sandy beach stretching 1.2 kilometers along the Mediterranean.

The village extends 2.2 kilometers deep from the coastal road down to the shore, giving every residence a clear line of sight to either the turquoise sea or one of the swimmable lagoons that thread through the masterplan with a combined length of 1,200 meters.

The project offers chalets, townhouses, twin houses, and standalone villas with sizes starting from 110 sqm and reaching beyond 350 sqm, at prices that begin from EGP 13,200,000 with a down payment of just 5% and a flexible installment plan over 8 years. The masterplan was designed by the British global firm BDP, with delivery scheduled within four years.

The Meaning of Mar Bay

Al Marasem chose the name “Mar Bay” literally “Sea Bay” because the project plot benefits from a natural bend in the Mediterranean coastline that forms a small protected bay around the development.

The name reflects the developer’s vision of delivering a coastal experience that combines the calm of an enclosed bay with the openness of the sea, and it shaped the entire design philosophy where every detail flows from the project’s direct relationship with the water.

About Mar Bay Ras El Hekma

Mar Bay sits at the heart of Al Marasem’s strategic expansion plan, launched under the slogan “The Legacy of Excellence Broadens.

” The developer formally announced the project in June 2024 as its flagship coastal venture in Ras El Hekma, having selected this specific land plot for its natural elevation differences between the coastal road and the shoreline  a feature the developer translated into the project’s signature cascading terrace system.

The masterplan is divided into 5 stepped terraces that descend from the coastal road down to the beach. The terraces were laid out so that every residence — including those on the back rows enjoys an unobstructed view of either the sea or one of the internal lagoons.

65% of the project is dedicated to single-family homes (ground-level chalets, townhouses, twin houses, and standalone villas), while the remaining 35% consists of apartments a distribution that serves both families seeking privacy and investors looking for smaller revenue-generating units.

The masterplan was entrusted to BDP, a British architectural and planning firm with over 60 years of expertise and 130 offices worldwide, specializing in large-scale international coastal developments.

The result is a contemporary Mediterranean design built around soft tones drawn from sand and turquoise water, with separate residential clusters that grant each unit type its own quiet pocket within the community.

What sets Mar Bay apart from other Ras El Hekma developments is the combination of 1.2 kilometers of direct beachfront with 1,200 meters of swimmable internal lagoons, alongside an international beachfront hotel and serviced apartments. This mix transforms the village from a seasonal summer destination into a fully integrated year-round resort.

Mar Bay Ras El Hekma — Quick Facts

For the latest prices and available units at Mar Bay Ras El Hekma, contact the Mar Bay village hotline: ‎+201118183030

The Beach at Mar Bay Ras El Hekma

The beach is the beating heart of Mar Bay. The private sandy shoreline stretches 1.2 kilometers along the Mediterranean, distinguished by its naturally soft, off-white sand that defines the Ras El Hekma coastline and sets it apart from other parts of the North Coast.

The crystal-clear turquoise water deepens gradually, suiting families with children as well as adults seeking longer swims.

This beachfront serves all units in the project without exception. The 5-tier terrace system was designed so that residents on the rear rows enjoy the same open sea view as those on the front line, leveraging the natural elevation difference across the 2.2 kilometers of project depth between the coastal road and the shoreline.

Beyond the direct beachfront, the developer has added 1,200 meters of swimmable internal lagoons with natural beach sand instead of conventional pool tiles.

These lagoons are distributed across the inner rows of the project, giving residents a real sandy-beach swimming experience without having to walk down to the sea , particularly valuable for families with young children who prefer calm, sheltered water over the open Mediterranean.

Beach amenities include a main Beach Club on the seafront serving food, beverages, and light meals, alongside chairs, parasols, and private cabanas reserved for residents. A dedicated section provides additional privacy for women and children.

Water Activities at Mar Bay Ras El Hekma

The project offers a range of water activities both on the direct beach and within the internal lagoons, including beach sports, organized sand activities for children, and managed swimming sessions in the protected lagoons.

While these activities reach peak intensity during the summer season, Ras El Hekma’s mild climate allows residents to enjoy them year-round, and they are operated in coordination with the international hotel team based at the seafront.

Mar Bay Ras El Hekma Location

The project occupies the Kilometer 191 mark on the Alexandria–Marsa Matrouh Road, in the heart of the Ras El Hekma bay a stretch real estate professionals describe as the “golden zone” of Ras El Hekma thanks to its unique geography and proximity to major national projects.

Ras El Hekma itself spans from Kilometer 170 in the east to Kilometer 220 in the west along the International Coastal Road, covering more than 50 kilometers of Mediterranean shoreline.

The surrounding area gained extraordinary investment significance after the announcement of the USD 35 billion Ras El Hekma development deal between the Egyptian government and the UAE-led consortium headed by Modon, which has driven a sharp appreciation in land and property values across the region.

Living in this stretch places residents within minutes of the largest coastal development project in modern Egyptian history see other North Coast projects in the region.

The project also benefits from its proximity to the New Fouka Road, which has shortened the Cairo-to-North-Coast drive from roughly 240 km to approximately 140 km.

This makes Mar Bay accessible from Cairo’s administrative and economic core in significantly less time, supporting the village’s transition from a seasonal summer escape into a viable year-round residential destination.

Distances and Nearby Landmarks from Mar Bay

Neighboring Projects to Mar Bay Ras El Hekma

The Alexandria–Marsa Matrouh Road runs through the Ras El Hekma corridor, home to some of the most prominent coastal developments in Egypt.

Mar Bay residents benefit from being part of an integrated coastal ecosystem of services, amenities, and entertainment destinations, with the most notable neighboring projects in the same geographical zone listed below:

• Almarasem Ras El Hekma: Mar Bay’s sister project from the same developer at Kilometer 200, featuring chalets and villas with starting prices from EGP 9.7 million.
• Mountain View Ras El Hekma: A Mountain View Developments project at Kilometer 200 across 450 acres with a 3-kilometer beachfront, offering chalets, villas, and townhouses from EGP 11.6 million.
• Jefaira Village: An Inertia Developments project at Kilometer 190, distinguished by its terraced layout, international hotel, and yacht marina.
• Cali Coast Village: A Maven Developments project at Kilometer 193 across 200 acres with a 600-meter beachfront and the women-only Ohana Beach.
• The C Ras El Hekma: An IL Cazar project at Kilometer 188 with a 5-star boutique hotel and private beach cabanas.
• Ogami Village: A SODIC project at Kilometer 205 across 440 acres with a contemporary European design.

Unit Types, Sizes, and Prices at Mar Bay Ras El Hekma

Al Marasem has launched a diverse mix of units at Mar Bay, addressing different buyer profiles from investors looking for compact chalets with high rental yield, to families seeking standalone villas with direct sea views.

The village includes two, three, and four-bedroom chalets, alongside townhouses, twin houses, standalone villas, penthouses, and serviced hotel apartments operated through the on-site international hotel.

The prices listed in the table are installment prices over 8 years. The price per square meter at Mar Bay ranges between EGP 120,000 per sqm for inner-row units and EGP 200,000 per sqm for first-row units with direct sea views. Cash-payment buyers can also benefit from an additional discount.

Mar Bay Ras El Hekma Payment Plans

The developer has announced a flexible payment plan with a low overall down payment and an extended installment period a structure that opens the project to a wider audience compared to most premium coastal developments in the area:

• Pay 5% down payment at the contract date.
• Pay another 5% within 3 months of the contract date.
• Distribute the remaining unit value over 8 years in equal interest-free installments.

Delivery begins 4 years from the contract date (December 2028 for current launches), and the developer offers a special cash-payment discount in addition to the installment flexibility.

The reservation deposit and annual maintenance fees have not yet been formally announced by the developer; you can contact the sales team for the latest updates.

To reserve your unit and get the latest payment offers, contact the Al Marasem hotline: ‎+201118183030

Delivery Date at Mar Bay Ras El Hekma

The developer has set the unit delivery date for December 2028, approximately 4 years after the project’s launch in June 2024.

Finishing comes as Semi Finished or Fully Finished, depending on unit type — standalone villas and twin houses are delivered with a higher level of finishing that includes fully finished kitchens and bathrooms, while chalets are typically delivered Semi Finished, allowing owners to complete the interior finishing according to their personal taste.

Amenities and Facilities at Mar Bay Ras El Hekma

Mar Bay offers an exceptional set of amenities that go beyond what conventional North Coast villages provide.

The developer has focused on building a fully integrated services ecosystem that serves residents year-round, not just during the summer season. Below are the unique features that distinguish the project.

Swimmable Internal Lagoons

The project includes a network of internal lagoons with a total length reaching 1,200 meters. Each lagoon is designed to mimic a natural beach with sandy shores and clear swimmable water, instead of conventional pool tiles.

These lagoons are distributed across the inner rows of the masterplan, giving rear-row residents an authentic beach swimming experience without needing to walk down to the sea ,with gradual depth that starts shallow for children and deepens for longer swims.

International Hotel and Serviced Hotel Apartments

Mar Bay hosts an international hotel directly on the seafront, alongside a collection of Beachfront Serviced Residences that provide owners with full-day hotel services.

This feature transforms a unit into a real investment asset that can be managed as a hotel unit and rented to tourists during peak season through a professional hotel management company.

The Five-Tier Cascading Terrace System

The project is divided into 5 stepped terraces that leverage the natural elevation difference between the coastal road and the beach across 2.2 kilometers of project depth.

The buildings were arranged so that each terrace overlooks the lower terraces and the sea at an open angle, ensuring rear-row units receive a full sea view of equivalent quality to first-row units.

The Clubhouse, Spa, and Open-Air Gym

The project features a signature clubhouse with a thoughtful architectural design that serves the entire family, alongside a Beach Clubhouse on the seafront, an open-air spa within dedicated wellness zones designed to host yoga, meditation, and relaxation packages, and a fully-equipped gym with an outdoor exercise area overlooking the Mediterranean.

Infrastructure at Mar Bay Ras El Hekma

The developer attaches significant importance to infrastructure, regarding it as the most influential factor in year-round coastal living.

The project is connected to the government services network, with a complete backup system in place to ensure uninterrupted service throughout the year , particularly relevant given the major infrastructure expansion in Ras El Hekma under the national development plan.

The buildings have also been engineered with construction specifications resistant to the high humidity and salinity of the coastal environment, ensuring the long-term durability of the units.

The specific details of the electricity source and water supply (whether public network or a project-owned desalination plant), along with fiber-optic internet coverage, have not yet been disclosed in detail by the developer. The sales team can provide the most recent updates.

Essential Services at Mar Bay Ras El Hekma

Summer Experience at Mar Bay Ras El Hekma

Summer at Mar Bay isn’t just a seasonal stay on a beach ,it’s a complete experience that begins the moment you drive through the gate, where the cascading view of the five terraces opens with a first glimpse of the sea between palm fronds and coastal greenery.

The project has been designed so that every corner opens onto water, whether the open Mediterranean or the inner lagoons.

A Day at Mar Bay Ras El Hekma

You start your morning with a coffee on your unit’s balcony, listening to the waves break on the sandy beach. You head down with the family to the inner lagoon nearest your unit before it fills up with visitors, where you let the kids play safely in the shallow water while you take a longer swim in the deeper section, then return home for a quick breakfast.

By midday, the family moves to the main beach directly on the sea, where chairs, parasols, and cabanas are ready, and you enjoy a light lunch at the Beach Club overlooking the turquoise water.

While the kids continue playing in the sand, you slip away for an open-air spa session or a yoga class on the beach.

As the sun sets, the five terraces frame one of the most striking visual moments in Ras El Hekma, the sky tinting orange and pink, reflecting off the stepped facades.

The family heads to the Sea-View Commercial Strip for dinner, then a quiet evening at the clubhouse or a stroll along lit pathways winding between the gardens and lagoons.

Investment Advantages at Mar Bay Ras El Hekma

Mar Bay is among the strongest investment opportunities currently available on the North Coast, and several factors converge to support unit value appreciation in both the short and long term:

• Location within the Ras El Hekma deal: The project sits at the heart of the USD 35 billion Ras El Hekma development zone, the largest direct foreign investment deal in modern Egyptian history ,driving accelerated real estate appreciation across the region.
• Annual rental yield: Coastal market reports indicate expected rental yields of up to 15% annually for Ras El Hekma units, driven by elevated seasonal demand during summer.
• International hotel and property management: The on-site international hotel and integrated property management service let owners rent through the developer, turning the property into a real income-generating asset without personal involvement — particularly valuable for owners abroad.
• Year-round operation: The international hotel, commercial outlets, and integrated facilities keep the project active 12 months a year, doubling rental opportunities compared to traditional summer resorts.
• Launch pricing advantage: Current prices reflect first-phase launch rates, with meaningful increases expected in later phases and post-delivery ,today’s buyer secures a price below the unit’s projected future value.

Why Invest in the North Coast?

The North Coast is shifting from a seasonal destination into an integrated coastal city operating year-round, driven by New Alamein City as Egypt’s first summer capital, the New Fouka Road that cut the Cairo distance by 100 kilometers, and national mega-projects like the Ras El Hekma deal and the Modon UAE development.

These factors are driving unprecedented demand for coastal units and turning regional investment into a long-term, return-secured opportunity.

About Al Marasem Development

Al Marasem Development is a real estate entity that operates as a subsidiary of the Saudi Binladin Group, one of the largest construction conglomerates in the Middle East.

The company is owned by Chairman Sheikh Khaled Bin Laden and his brother Sheikh Omar Bin Laden, who established the Egyptian arm of Al Marasem in 1997 and formally entered the real estate development sector in 2017 with the launch of the company’s first premium residential project.

Al Marasem ranks among the top 5 real estate developers in Egypt, with an investment portfolio exceeding EGP 16.5 billion.

The company has contributed to major Egyptian infrastructure projects, including expansions at Cairo, Hurghada, Sharm El Sheikh, and Alexandria airports, alongside hotels, commercial towers, and Al Marasem Hospital in New Cairo’s Fifth Settlement.

Since 2023, the company holds the official sponsorship of Al Ahly Sporting Club for a 4-year term.

Al Marasem Development Track Record

Other Al Marasem Projects on Our Site

Al Marasem’s portfolio spans the New Capital, New Cairo, Sheikh Zayed, and the North Coast. Below are the developer’s most prominent projects with detailed coverage on our site:

• Almarasem Ras El Hekma (linked above): The sister coastal project to Mar Bay at Kilometer 200, featuring two-bedroom chalets starting from EGP 9.7 million.
• Al Marasem Fifth Square Compound: One of the company’s most successful projects in New Cairo, home to over 800 families with contemporary design, comprehensive amenities, and an active community life.
• Moon Residence Compound: A residential project in the Fifth Settlement composed of 61 apartment buildings with a 5% down payment and installments extending to 8 years.
• Marville New Zayed Compound: A premium residential complex spanning 111 acres in New Sheikh Zayed with apartments and villas designed to international standards and flexible payment plans.

Reserve Your Unit at Mar Bay Ras El Hekma

Mar Bay Ras El Hekma brings together the elements smart coastal buyers are looking for:

• A strategic location at Kilometer 191 within the Ras El Hekma development zone.
• A private sandy beachfront extending 1.2 kilometers on the Mediterranean.
• A swimmable internal lagoon of 1,200 meters serving every project row.
• A 5% down payment with installments up to 8 years interest-free.
• Year-round operation with an international hotel and expected rental yield of up to 15%.

To reserve your unit and explore the available payment plans, contact the Mar Bay village hotline: ‎ ‎+201118183030