Hilton Marsa Alam Nubian Resort

The Hilton Marsa Alam Nubian Resort is a popular choice for travellers who want to experience the beauty of the Red Sea in Egypt. As part of the renowned Hilton Group, the hotel combines a versatile all-inclusive offer with stunning access to nature - especially the colourful house reef right on the hotel beach. In this review, we share our impressions of our stay, including highlights such as snorkelling on the reef, the various pools and the culinary offerings. Find out if this resort is the perfect place for your next holiday!

Booking, arrival and check-in

As always, we booked our stay at the Hilton Marsa Alam Nubian Resort directly via the Hilton website. This booking option has many advantages, especially for Hilton status members. For one, direct booking often offers the best price and allows you to take advantage of status benefits like room upgrades or free breakfast. In addition, nights count towards status and valuable points are earned that can be redeemed for future free nights with the Hilton Group. Alternatively, the resort can also be booked as a package tour through various tour operators. However, with this variant, the Hilton status benefits are not guaranteed, which can be a decisive disadvantage for frequent travelers.

Our journey was individual from Cairo with Egyptair to Marsa Alam Airport. After landing, we used a private transfer that took us directly to the resort in about 25 minutes. This short transfer time is a plus point for travelers who want to start their vacation quickly.

The check-in went smoothly as we had already checked in in advance via the Hilton app. Originally, we were assigned a smoking room, but we were able to refuse this in advance via the chat function. Instead, we were upgraded to a King Deluxe Sea View room. Given the hotel's high occupancy rate, as stated on the Hilton website, this upgrade was more than acceptable. The Hilton Marsa Alam Nubian Resort is an all-inclusive hotel that can also be booked on a half-board basis. As all-inclusive guests, we received the obligatory wristbands at check-in to mark the booked catering option. As Hilton Diamond members, we received a black bracelet that comes with additional benefits, which I'll discuss in more detail later.

Where is Hilton Marsa Alam Nubian Resort located?

The Hilton Marsa Alam Nubian Resort is located on the beautiful coast of the Red Sea in Egypt, about 30 kilometers south of Marsa Alam International Airport. Nestled in a picturesque bay, directly on Abu Dabbab Bay, the resort is known for its fine sandy beach and crystal clear waters. The region is a paradise for snorkelers and divers, as the house reef and surrounding coral reefs are among the best diving areas in Egypt.

What are the rooms like in Hilton Marsa Alam Nubian Resort?

The Hilton Marsa Alam Nubian Resort impresses with its extensive hotel complex, which is spread over several buildings. The charming bungalows are usually one or two storeys high and, depending on their location, offer either a view of the sea or the well-kept gardens. We were lucky enough to get an upgrade to a King Deluxe Sea View room in house 33, which is located in the second row to the beach and thus offers a beautiful sea view.

Our room was on the second floor and immediately inspired us with a large balcony that invited us to relax. The balcony was furnished with comfortable chairs, a sofa and a small coffee table – ideal for ending the day with a coffee or a glass of wine. The room itself is very spacious at 40 square meters and offers more than enough space for a relaxing stay. The large king-size bed promises good sleeping comfort, even if it is a bit old. The squeaking and wobbling with every movement didn't bother us at night. The furniture with armchair and ottoman as well as an additional sofa invite you to linger. There is also a small table and a sideboard on which there is a TV.

In the entrance area there is a large closet that offers plenty of storage space and is equipped with a safe, an empty minibar and a tea station. Here, guests can keep their valuables safe and get a hot drink at any time. The bathroom is also spacious and has a large walk-in shower that makes the shower experience extra enjoyable. The storage area at the sink could be a little larger. The bathroom is completed by a toilet and a bidet.

On the whole, the room was clean and well maintained, even if it already showed small signs of age. We noticed the loud air conditioning particularly negatively. At night we had to turn it off due to the volume, but this meant that it was often too warm in the room. Despite this small drawback, the room at the Hilton Marsa Alam Nubian Resort offered everything you need for a relaxing holiday.

What's the food like at Hilton Marsa Alam Nubian Resort?

The Hilton Marsa Alam Nubian Resort is a classic holiday hotel for all-inclusive holidaymakers. If you book through a tour operator, you usually automatically receive an all-inclusive package. Guests who book directly with Hilton, on the other hand, have a choice of various meal options, including half board.

Breakfast

Breakfast is served buffet style in the main restaurant, Marsa. Here guests will find a solid selection of salads, bread, pastries, fruit and hot dishes such as egg dishes or pancakes. The variety is sufficient, even if the offer does not attract attention with special highlights. Breakfast provides a good base for the day, especially for those planning excursions or an active day at the beach.

Lunch and dinner

Lunch and dinner are served buffet-style at the Marsa restaurant. The food selection changes daily and offers a mix of international and local dishes. However, the menus repeat themselves after a week at the latest. Fresh salads, warm main courses, bread and fruit fill you up. Nevertheless, the culinary experience remains unspectacular overall - perfect for families or guests who do not expect haute cuisine.

Snacks for in between

In addition to the main restaurant, there are two snack bars, one by the main pool and one by the beach. Small dishes such as pizza, sandwiches or other snacks are offered here at lunchtime and in the afternoon. The offer changes regularly. We liked the offer very much, especially on the beach, as the selection and quality were a bit better than in the main restaurant.

Bars and drinks

There are several bars on the hotel grounds that offer all-inclusive guests a selection of drinks from early morning until midnight. From 11 a.m., alcoholic beverages will also be served, but only local products such as beer, wine and spirits. Various cocktails, mocktails and long drinks will also be offered. It must be said that the juices are not brand quality.

The culinary offer of the Hilton Marsa Alam Nubian Resort is overall satisfactory and covers the needs of all-inclusive vacationers. However, if you are looking for an extraordinary gastronomic experience, you will not find it here. In return, the resort scores with uncomplicated catering and a variety of food and drink options, which are available from morning to midnight.

What does the Hilton Marsa Alam Nubian Resort offer for relaxation?

The Hilton Marsa Alam Nubian Resort offers many opportunities to relax and enjoy the holiday. Whether at one of the pools, in the fitness center or on the beautiful beach - there is something for every taste. The resort has a total of four pools that cater to different needs:

• Main Pool: The central meeting place with animation and adjacent pool bar. There is a lot of activity here and guests can take part in various activities or just enjoy a drink. The music of the animation was sometimes too loud and too lively for us.
• Three quieter pools: For guests who like it a little quieter, there are three other pool facilities available. These offer a quiet atmosphere, ideal for reading, sunbathing or a refreshing swim.

Sunbeds and parasols are available in sufficient numbers at all pools. Towels are handed out directly at the pools and the friendly staff is always ready to prepare sunbeds and umbrellas on request. In addition, there are regular vendors around the pools and also on the beach for massages, excursions, etc., which can become a bit annoying in the long run.

The biggest attraction is undoubtedly the hotel's private beach on the Red Sea, which is only a few minutes' walk from the resort. Alternatively, a small tourist train takes guests there comfortably. Sunbeds and umbrellas are available free of charge on the beach, towels are also provided. The highlight, however, is the reef, which is located right in front of the hotel beach. Direct access is not possible to protect the reef, but about 100 meters further along the beach there is a sandy entry that makes snorkeling at the reef edge easier.

The reef is a paradise for snorkelers and inspires with an impressive blaze of colors and a variety of fish in all sizes. During our stay, we snorkeled along the reef edge several times and discovered something new each time. Snorkeling in the early morning after sunrise is particularly recommended: the sun illuminates the reef edge perfectly and the water is still pleasantly empty and calm.

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