Charles Bonnet Nubian Village

Top choice in Sudan


A touch of originality in Dongola? Yes, it's possible at this secluded property opening onto the eastern bank of the Nile (it's actually in Es Seleim, just across the river from Dongola). It features seven well designed Nubian-style bungalows brimful of local charm, and 10 well organised adjoining rooms with good bedding and large bathrooms. Pity about the impersonal dining room, though.

Note that the bathrooms in the bungalows don't have doors and the rooms have fans only.


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