Hilton Double Tree Nungwi sits in the North of the island of Zanzibar. One of the best value and ZAR friendly destinations in terms of flying into and accommodation, food is expensive in this island, all inclusive options are the way to go and really well priced when negotiated with management / concierge upon check in. I chose to go red arm banded here as all inclusive was not much more than full board.
As usual I met too many a – over paying South African, German and Swedish travellers in the pool who all seemed to have jaw drops when I told them flying in direct was only ZAR 1200 per way and using the HHonors with elite status made it so affordable to stay so much longer plus the upgrade given to me was the biggest and best pad in the resort. This is the TraveLoyalty way after all.
The booking.
I booked just about all three methods available, the first was cash as the sale had the lowest rate for the first few days, then I booked points+ cash rate as rates went through the roof over the weekend and public holidays, thereafter I booked 5nights on points getting the 5th night free as a HHonors elite perk.
The upgrade.
Amazing the best suite in the house ( the only junior suite) was offered to me via the app’s online check-in, I immediately clicked confirmed. Management later told me that they allocated it the day before as per email request sent in. ( read the ultimate guide to upgrades). I’ve sent the screenshots on Instagram.
The Junior Suite.
This suite comes with 2 bathrooms and 2 rooms, one opf which has a sleeper couch. plenty of space especially for families.
Mr. Bodyguard on standby 24/7 ?
Bathroom1.
Bathroom2.
The welcome amenity which also included a complimentary mini bar with a variety of soft drinks and juices that was REPLENISHED DAILY.
A perk that’s exclusive to the IHG chain for Royal Ambassodor members.
I set up my office to work on the veranda during my stay here. The view from previous pic was superb.
Some foodie.
Live cook station dishing up seafood.
I read about this dish in the inflight magazine praising its taste. Off the Ala carte It did not disappoint.
The resort, activities and surroundings.
Complimentary fruit skewers.
Ala Carte dining restaurant.
A local activity price list.
At the Turtle Sanctuary.
Off to Mnemba Island.
The lagoon is a attractive hotspot for snorklers in search of crystal clear water with abundant colourful sea life.
6am fishing trip.
We didn’t get any big fish on this trip.
This sums up a great day ahead.
When high tide hits you don’t have to walk 3km to get chest deep, as crazy as that sounds.
What I got back after checkout:
Who doesn’t love points with all bonuses for free stays ahead ?
Next up: Hilton Double Tree Stonetown and swimming with dolphins.
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