In this article we will comprehensively consider the resort hotel Dahab Resort 5 * (Egypt, Dahab). For lovers of relaxation on the Sinai Peninsula, this is the most ideal place. Let's say right away: this is not even a hotel, but a whole wellness center. In addition, "with a name." At least the fact that the hotel belongs to the Hilton Hotels & Resorts line testifies to the high quality of services. Many tourists may know its former name - Hilton Dahab Resort.
The current name of the five-star hotel appeared only at the very beginning of 2014. The hotel is located on the first line. The hotel has its own beach on the Red Sea. Like many hotels in Dahab, this one specializes in hosting divers and windsurfers. The hotel even has a school for teaching these sports. But it is not necessary to dive into the depths of the sea. Even the most lazy tourists in Dahab Resort 5 * will have an unforgettable vacation. This is evidenced by those who have already been there.
Dahab: resort features
The small town, to which the Dahab Resort 5 hotel is administratively located, is located a hundred kilometers from Sharm El Sheikh. “Dahab” from Arabic translates as “Golden”. This is what he is for fans of surfing. The fact is that mountains that are close to the Gulf of Aqaba create the effect of a wind tunnel. As a result, a fresh wind always blows on the beach, which only surfers benefit. But due to the small size of the bay, there are no waves either. And this is good for divers (and other lovers to see the colorful world of coral reefs). The main attraction of Dahab’s athletic youth is the Blue Hole. This is a sheer coral wall a hundred meters deep. There are not only a lot of fish, but also the remains of ships. And the second name of the “Blue Hole” is “Divers Cemetery”. The climate in Dahab - compared to Sharm el-Sheikh - is drier and hotter. But, on the other hand, winter nights are colder (plus twelve Celsius). So, going to the resort, grab a warm sweater or jacket.
Where is the hotel located and what is it like
From Sharm El Sheikh International Airport, you need to overcome 87 kilometers to get to the hotel. It takes even longer to go from Taba - after all, it is separated from Dahab by about 140 km. Dahab Resort 5 - Country Hotel. From the distance from the center of Dahab for three kilometers. The area in which the hotel is located is called Laguna due to the artificial bay and the network of canals. The hotel area is very large, green and well-groomed. An artificial lagoon crashes into the coast, and beautiful bridges need to be crossed everywhere. The hotel consists of two-story buildings built in the Nubian style. The hotel was built in 1997, but since then it has been repeatedly updated and reconstructed.
Where live
The room fund of the hotel Dahab Resort 5 is one hundred sixty-three rooms for guests. All rooms are located in two-story white bungalows. The rooms are divided into the categories of "standard", "suite" and "executive room". Reviews recommend choosing a second floor, because in such rooms there are spacious terraces with a hammock. All rooms in the hotel are equipped with air conditioning, minibar, work desk. A TV with satellite channels brightens the evening. If you want tea or coffee, then in the room you will find everything you need for the independent preparation of these drinks. As befits a five-star hotel, rooms include an iron and ironing board. Naturally, the bathrooms have a hairdryer. High-speed Internet is also included in the list of services that are provided directly in the room. They clean the rooms every day very carefully.
How to feed
Dahab Resort 5 practices the all-inclusive all-inclusive food system so beloved by Russians. But foreign tourists prefer BB or half board, which is also possible at the hotel. Breakfast and dinner are served buffet style in the main restaurant "Mirage". Two other establishments - fish Neptune and Italian Portofino - work in the evenings according to the à la carte concept. And lunches at the hotel are served right on the beach! The bar, which is open from ten in the morning until sunset, has numbered tables. But if you wish, you can eat right on the sunbeds. This is a feature of the hotel. Cafe Coconut welcomes guests from five to nine in the evening. And in the sports bar "Wind Jammer" you can watch matches on the big screen, play billiards or darts. This establishment works from four days until midnight. All reviews say that the hotel is hearty, tasty and healthy. Alcohol in the bars was without any frills, but quite high quality.
Sea and pools
Dahab Resort 5 is located in a small bay next to two more network fives - Ibis Style and Swiss Inn. The golden beach smoothly turns into a sand spit. The entrance to the sea is smooth, and the water is clean. The beach is carefully cleaned and completely freed from shards of coral. Already from about half the road to the buoys you can observe fish. One of the attractions of the local shallow water is moray eel, which lives in a jug surrounded by corals. An alternative to the sea can be a spacious outdoor pool. It is surrounded by a terrace with umbrellas and sunbeds covered with mattresses. Beach towels are free.
Hotel facilities
When you meet you will be given a cold fresh juice, and the minister will take your luggage directly to your room. Hotel Dahab Resort 5 (Dahab) has a business center where guests can scan out the necessary documents or send a fax. It is also possible to organize a conference or a seminar at the hotel, especially since all the necessary equipment is provided for this. Currency can be exchanged for Egyptian pounds without leaving the hotel. If you arrived before the check-in time or depart late in the evening, it is recommended that you leave your luggage in the storage room at the reception. By the way, the hotel staff speaks several languages, so all your wishes will be heard. Recently, there have been more Russian tourists. Therefore, at the reception it will be easy to arrange for those who are not strong in foreign languages. The hotel administration pays great attention to the health of its guests and openly promotes sports. At the hotel you can take short scuba diving or windsurfing courses and even try your hand accompanied by an experienced instructor. Favorite exercise will be more effective in the gym. It features a tennis court, squash court and a pool table. Well, beautiful ladies can relax under the skillful hands of masseurs, visit a hairdresser or beauty salon. There is no animation as such at the hotel, but oriental shows are held three times a week.
For children
No less tutelage than adults, surrounds the Dahab Resort 5 (Dahab) hotel of its young guests. The main restaurant always has a children's menu and high chairs for feeding babies. A playground with slides and swings is a great alternative to building sand castles on the beach. This room can accommodate a baby cot upon request. For a fee, the hotel provides a highly qualified nanny (you need to book it for two days). Children over four years old can be recorded in a mini-club - animators on the beach will be engaged with them. And after eight years, the child is already able to attend diving or windsurfing courses. The hotel has a children's pool.
Excursions
Very popular are trips to the monastery of St. Catherine. This ancient Sinai shrine is located very close to Dahab Resort 5. A photo of the meeting of dawn on Mount Moses will make even a very lazy tourist sign up for this excursion, although the ascent begins at night. Reviews recommend visiting the Ras Muhammad National Park and a trip to Israeli Eilat.
Shopping
Although not located in the center of Dahab, the Dahab Resort 5 provides great shopping opportunities. You can get souvenirs in a shop on site. The hotel also has a clothing store. Nosa good discount reviews recommend going to the center of Dahab. You will find the most pleasant prices on the promenade of Masbat. True, bargaining should be more persistent there. Tours can be booked at the hotel, but "on the street" - tourists advise - will be cheaper. And the content and services will remain the same as for the higher price.
Dahab Resort 5: reviews
Most tourists believe that the hotel deserves its five stars. Many are advised to choose more expensive rooms. The difference in price with the “standard” is not so great, but the room is more spacious, with new furniture, with a terrace and a hammock. Many reviews are dedicated to the helpful and good-natured staff. Real professionals work at the reception and in the restaurant, and the waiters are very quick. This hotel specializes in youth sports activities, so guests can watch diving classes as they wish.