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Pongwe Bay Resort, hotel in Pongwe

Pongwe Bay Resort is located on Pongwe Beach. This beachfront resort is surrounded by a lush and tropical garden, white sand beach and a swimming pool.

Don't hesitate to book this hotel wether you are a couple or travelling with children... If you like to be somewhere: that is more authentic than fancy, where you can walk and be barefoot on the whole property, where you are surrounded by a team that is kind and modest - clearly trying to give you the best experience possible. The room exceeded our expectations, way better than the photos would suggest. The new restaurant & bar: "The Club" is magical. Hope to be back soon.
8.9
Scored 8.9
Excellent
Rated excellent
570 reviews
Price from$89per night
The Island - Pongwe Lodge, hotel in Pongwe

Located in Pongwe, a few steps from Pongwe Beach, The Island - Pongwe Lodge has accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden.

A beautiful getaway from everything. Very calm. The staff are friendly and they take very good care of you. The chef was so nice and special thank you to regina, juma and frank for being sweet and welcoming.
9.3
Scored 9.3
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
181 reviews
Price from$390per night
Seasons Lodge Zanzibar, hotel in Pongwe

Featuring a private beach area, Seasons Lodge Zanzibar is a hotel in Pongwe offering water sports facilities and garden. The property also features an outdoor swimming pool.

The cottage rooms are exceptionally good value for Zanzibar - they are spacious, right on the beach and incredibly private. The food is good and the beach is quiet without beach boys which is a huge plus.
8.7
Scored 8.7
Excellent
Rated excellent
374 reviews
Price from$133.36per night
Pongwe Beach Hotel, hotel in Pongwe

Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Pongwe Beach Hotel is located in Pongwe. WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with a patio and a seating area.

The grounds were beautiful and it was so peaceful
9.3
Scored 9.3
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
255 reviews
Price from$263per night
Azao Resort & Spa, hotel in Pongwe

Located on the shore of the Indian Ocean, Azao Resort & Spa offers guests a relaxing getaway in Pongwe, Zanzibar. The resort features an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi in the public areas.

Everything The food was excellent
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very Good
Rated very good
80 reviews
Price from$138per night
Santa Maria Coral Park, hotel in Pongwe

Offering beachfront accommodations in Pongwe, Santa Maria Coral Park has a restaurant and bar on site and offers special diet menus on request. Guests can rent bicycles to explore the surroundings.

Such lovely hosts helpful, kind, honest, welcoming. The place is like an oasis of calm... Brilliant, authentic, real and unpretentious. Great staff, good food, fun atmosphere and local
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very Good
Rated very good
149 reviews
Price from$70per night
Tikitam Palms Boutique Hotel, hotel in Pongwe

Set in Pongwe and featuring a private beach area on the East Coast of Zanzibar, Tikitam Palms Boutique Hotel features a swimming pool at the beach area with a pool bar.

The beachfront location is nice. Feels very secluded, which was a welcome respite. Most of the staff were welcoming and the food / entertainment was enjoyable. We also really enjoyed the massage!
9.3
Scored 9.3
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
153 reviews
Price from$369.55per night
TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar, hotel in Pongwe

Located in Pongwe, a few steps from Pongwe Beach, TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness center and a garden.

Lovely new hotel with very friendly staff. The Food and Beverage staff in particular were superb. We had a number of special dietary requirements and the Manager went out of his way to help us with them.
9.3
Scored 9.3
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
242 reviews
Price from$320per night
Karibu Beach Resort, hotel in Pongwe

Located in Pongwe, a few steps from Pongwe Beach, Karibu Beach Resort provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

This resort seems as if it’s brand new; every detail has been considered. The staff is stellar, going out of their way to make you feel welcome. The included breakfast is delicious and you are Literally steps from the beach. I had a partial ocean view room and was upgraded for my last two nights- both rooms were great but the ocean view, which was visible from the bed, was great. It’s a fantastic getaway location.
9.3
Scored 9.3
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
119 reviews
Price from$133.50per night
Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort, hotel in Pongwe

Offering an outdoor pool with waterslides, Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort is located in Pongwe, 17 mi from Zanzibar City. The resort has a private beach area with beach service.

Everything. Amazing location. Friendliest staff I've ever met, great food, nothing not to like.
9.6
Scored 9.6
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
150 reviews
Price from$686per night
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What Guests Said About Pongwe:

  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Pongwe is an isolated beach, at low tide the sea is very far...

    Pongwe is an isolated beach, at low tide the sea is very far away and, even at high tide, it is very shallow - you cannot swim. Kiwengwa beach, next door (10 minutes by car) is much better, more lively, with many shops and good hotels.
    ANTONIO EUCLIDES
    Brazil
  • 6.0
    Scored 6.0

    There is not much to do in the local area other than visit...

    There is not much to do in the local area other than visit other hotel resorts. We did visit a local school to make a donation and I would advise bringing something with you to donate e.g notebooks, sweets, money
    Maia
    United Kingdom
  • 6.0
    Scored 6.0

    Small remote holiday village with the white sand beach but...

    Small remote holiday village with the white sand beach but not having good beach maintenance (seaweed, some dirt on the beach). Little bit far from anything in Zanzibar (far from Stone city and airport, far from spectacular Nungwi and Paje beach). No bars, restaurants, shops and infrastructure outside the holiday resort due to remote location and low density of tourists.
    Viesturs Pumpurs
    Latvia
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    At first sight you can say....what to do here ?....no shops,...

    At first sight you can say....what to do here ?....no shops, just some local fruits selling points, no crowded areas, less traffic than anywhere but more nature than anywhere around. It's exactly the opposite comparing with Paje. If you need a quiet, family friendly, uncrowded spot.....ask for Pongwe. And if you want to understand why I'm saying these....just go on Pongwe beach when low tide is there.
    Fribel
    Romania
  • 6.0
    Scored 6.0

    I did not visit Pongwe town.

    I did not visit Pongwe town. I stayed in a luxury boutique hotel north of the town as I like a quiet holiday. The only problem was the tide leaving an unattractive expanse of muddy rocks. The hotel's pontoon helped with access to the sea when the tide was high.
    caroline
    Eswatini
  • 10
    Scored 10

    The accommodation and restaurant in Weavers Lodge was...

    The accommodation and restaurant in Weavers Lodge was outstanding and the beach was idyllic. The tide tends to be out until about 3pm (July/Aug stay) and there are some sharp rocks - if your feet are particularly fragile, water shoes are a good idea. We cycled to the next village - an enjoyable afternoon trip. Very friendly locals.
    Joanne
    United Kingdom

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Pongwe

  • From $230 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 242 reviews
    ‘I could not recommend this hotel highly enough. The service was exceptional from the moment we arrived until we checked out. Notably, the general manager Ally looked after us and all the guests we spoke to incredibly well. The food was sublime and facilities faultless. The view from the sandy beach is postcard worthy and the best on the bay. We had stayed in Dubai for a few nights before arriving but Toa Hotel Resort surpassed our experience in the Dubai resorts and our expectations. We will be returning and I highly recommend to all.’
    James
    United Kingdom
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 175 reviews
    I have stayed at 4 different resorts in Zanzibar and this was by far the best resort. The rooms were clean, the food was delicious and most importantly the staff was great. I stayed there with my wife and baby and everyone was always helpful . A big thank you to Ahmed and the other waiters in the restaurant, it was a pleasure. Also, a big thank you to Adela the manager for making our stay very enjoyable. I would strongly recommend this resort to anyone looking to relax in Zanzibar.
    Hamza
    Canada
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 119 reviews
    This resort seems as if it’s brand new; every detail has been considered. The staff is stellar, going out of their way to make you feel welcome. The included breakfast is delicious and you are Literally steps from the beach. I had a partial ocean view room and was upgraded for my last two nights- both rooms were great but the ocean view, which was visible from the bed, was great. It’s a fantastic getaway location.
    Mary
    United States of America
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 153 reviews
    The hotel is beautiful and tastefully decorated. The staff is friendly and attentive, and the food is excellent. The spa is also very nice with a good range of treatments. The beach area is nice (just be mindful that during low tide you need to walk if you want to swim). The overall atmosphere is very relaxing.
    Rubi
    Switzerland
  • From $133.36 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 374 reviews
    The bungalow was amazing. One of the best hotel rooms I've ever been at. Great price-quality. During the rains I could take a bath in the sea-view bath tube. Private sand beach and patio were perfect for relaxing in total relax and privacy. Highly recommended.
    Eleonora
    Italy
  • From $390 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 181 reviews
    Our stay couldn’t get any smoother, hotel is cozy and clean, there is no crowd and no stress! Great place to relax, authentic pool, friendly staff, Frank showed us around and was very professional and always in a good mood -)
    Dmitriy
    Czech Republic
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 173 reviews
    My wife and I love water entertainment and being there off-season (we were just two couples!) allowed us to enjoy it to the fullest, as we like it, with the full and very discreet support of the hotel staff.
    Prosper
    United States of America
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 119 reviews
    This little hotel has wonderful staff who are very hardworking and go out of their way to make you feel welcome! we enjoyed our stay there and would recommend it to travellers interested in visiting pongwe.
    Ammara
    South Africa
  • From $88.20 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 570 reviews
    The location, atmosphere, food staff and overall the whole hotel was exceptional. Hotel staff was extremely profesional and friendly.Ideal for couples who want a romantic escape or relax after stone town.
    Horvath
    Hungary
  • From $390 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 181 reviews
    We paid for HB ( breakfast and dinner- *note* all nonalcoholic drinks, wine, beer and cocktails are additional) The food was a highlight of our stay and Consistently outstanding. The Island at Pongwe.
    Norma Jo
    United States of America
  • From $172.50 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 80 reviews
    A hotel with nice layout. You can see very well the low/high tide difference and it is beautiful. Nice and big pool. The staff at the restaurant - always smiling, made you feel also happy.
    Cristina
    Romania
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 255 reviews
    The staff is awesome, the restaurant is really great (people from other hôtels come for dinner). It's calm and very peaceful. We felt in paradise during our stay in Pongwe Beach Hôtel
    Julien
    France
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 175 reviews
    The place is amazing. We needed a place to relax and this hotel was just such a place. Rooms fully equipped. Nothing is missing. We will definitely return to this hotel.
    Aleksandra
    Poland
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 150 reviews
    an unique experience all together .. one of the premier resort in Zanzibar..staffs are very very friendly.they welcome you in unique way which feels really overwhelming.
    BIBHUDENDU
    Qatar
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 107 reviews
    The beach is very calm and quiet, the staff super helpful and friendly. Delicious food - I recommend octopus with coconut sauce - the best octopus in my life :)
    Magdalena
    Poland
  • From $133.36 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 374 reviews
    Everything about the hotel was good. There's a nice common area with beds and a pool where you can eat or drink at anytime. The food is different everyday.
    Maxime
    Switzerland
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 255 reviews
    Wonderful breakfast, amazing quality of the food stunning beach, great views, super quiet place perfect to enjoy holidays with the family or a honeymoon.
    Carlos
    United Arab Emirates
  • From $230 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 242 reviews
    Very clean, staff is very friendly, very nice location that is calm and peaceful and the hotel is spotless
    A
    Anonymous
    Egypt
  • From $88.20 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 570 reviews
    Employees are so friendly and helpful, the resort is directly at the beach with amazing views
    rami
    United Arab Emirates
  • From $172.50 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 80 reviews
    Great view, nice beach when tide rises.
    Benjamin
    United States of America