Mwadudu Ponwge Zanzibar, Pongwe, Tanzania
#5 of 13 hotels in Pongwe
Guests' ChoiceBased on 66 hotel reviews
9.0Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.6
Location
8.3
Facilities
9.3
Staff
9.5
Value for money
9.0
Free WiFi
9.9
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Reviewed: 29 August 2025
Lucy
United KingdomNothing
The location, service, staff and food were all excellent. I couldn’t fault anything. The staff were very friendly and couldn’t do enough for us.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 8 August 2025
Veronica
RomaniaOur stay at Tikitam Palm Beach Zanzibar was absolutely perfect. The property is surrounded by lush greenery and is tastefully decorated with elegant furniture — peaceful, spacious, and spotlessly clean. The food was outstanding. The chef and his team are truly talented, creatively blending flavors and always taking our dietary preferences into account. The staff was incredibly kind, helpful, and respectful — always present but never intrusive. A true haven for anyone looking to relax in nature, with great comfort and style. Highly recommended!
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 2 August 2025
Ioana
RomaniaEverything was perfect.
Absolutely unbelievable! They did everything possible for us. It was the best holiday from our life and we are a simple couple that visited before almost 30 countries. The chefs are cooking diverse and they made us to love things that we tried before and we didn’t like. The place is integrated so well in the nature, you don’t need to visit Jordani forest because resort has everything that is there. Location super good, also you can count each time on their recommendations. They knew to create super romantic dinner for us and for my birthday they exceeded any expectations. 11 stars experience. We just hope we were good tourists for them because they were making a simple holiday to be the honeymoon that everyone desire. PS Super safety resort.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 25 July 2025
Alena
KazakhstanThere is no shop nearby, you have to go by taxi. Breakfast is the same everyday
It’s quiet, lots of trees, lots of animals just come on their own. I loved hermit crabs on the beach on the sunrise
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 8 July 2025
Julie
United KingdomWe had an amazing stay at Tikitam, the accommodation was spacious, romantic and exceeded expectations. The view was immaculate, the only slight downside was the rocky beach, but everything else more than compensated for this. The hotel treated us like royalty from the minute we arrived until we left. They arranged visits to a local village and school, which was unexpected but priceless. The food was excellent, and the chef was versatile if the menu didn't suit. Nothing was too much trouble. We are so glad we found this gem of a hotel.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 10 June 2025
Jennifer
United Statesthere was absolutely nothing I didn’t like my only suggestion is to bring good bug repellent because the mosquitoes devoured me and I usually never get that at all.
this place is absolutely amazing. The staff were attentive. The rooms were beyond beautiful and the views from the ocean were breathtaking. I never wanted to leave.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 4 April 2025
Martin
SwitzerlandNichts
Very nice hotel, relaxing atmosphere, very clean & comfortable room . Beach front so tranquil in the evening. Staff very kind and nothing is a problem .
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 13 March 2025
Eleonore
United KingdomNothing
I stayed at few hotels in Zanzibar and here it is different - original bush has been saved , added flowers and endemic plants.African style architecture blended inside the garden , tastefully decorated rooms and some villas, each has different theme. I like the local arts around.Pool on the secluded beach , so wonderfully relaxing …Life slows down🌴☀️The cuisine is absolutely delicious. I enjoyed Zanzibar traditional music band
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 4 March 2025
Love
SwedenWi-fi could be improved. Some kind of fitness equipment would be appreciated.
Quiet and beautiful. Exceptional service. Great food
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 25 February 2025
Henry
NetherlandsBeauty of nature, fantastic food
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 12 February 2025
Guido
GermanyRelax, nature and sea food
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 5 February 2025
Magdalena
PolandNone
Perfect service, amazing seafood , so relaxing blend of the nature , so nice people and the tropical evening with bush babies screams . This place is unforgettable
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 1 February 2025
Leon
LithuaniaI should have stayed longer . For next time 😍
Garden, fantastic food so natural and tastefull. Very nice people
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 10 January 2025
James
United KingdomThe access down the beach is very limited (100m at best before you hit rocks) and we like goi g for walks up and down the beach but here it was impossible. Plus the sand was covered (and I mean covered!!!) in seaweed when we stayed although they were trying to shift some of it. The room had a TV but it’s difficult to watch with it being small ish and stuck in the corner of the room. No proper desk to work at my laptop. Internet was pretty slow, certainly no good for say Netflix.
The villa was comfortable and had a great bath to soak in. Restaurant setting was fantastic but food choice was somewhat restricted and felt similar each night. For example they had a BBQ night one evening but it’s done on a hot griddle plate, same as every other night, not a proper BBQ.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 28 December 2024
Dire
South AfricaFlexibility to boil own water and make coffee as and when I feel like it. Though this was compensated by prompt service on request and the tea hour.
Not a breakfast person. The staff always prepared the coffee just the way I wanted it! I also enjoyed the tea hour, quite refreshing. Bed prepared and sprayed whilst one is enjoying dinner, Priceless!
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 24 November 2024
Cornelie
NetherlandsThe beach is rocky
The hotel itself, the beautiful garden, the swimmingpool, my excellent (single) room, the food, but most of all the staff!
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 27 October 2024
Jan
United KingdomThere is very little to complain about at this hotel. The food was good, buffet style in the evenings. I think I would have liked an a la carte evening menu, like they have at lunch time maybe. Saying that, I have a seafood allergy and the lovely chef went through every dish to tell me what I should avoid, and even cooked me a separate soup on the evening it was seafood.
Absolutely gorgeous. We had the beach villa, which was so beautiful with a lovely scoop bath that looked out to a lovely view of the sea. They only have twelve rooms so very spacious and tranquil. All the staff were so friendly, and kind. Spotlessly clean and very comfy sun loungers.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 26 October 2024
Reineke
NetherlandsNothing
This accommodation was one of the best we ever had! Jungle feeling and at the sea; best there is!
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 21 October 2024
Plabon
FranceNothing :)
If we could give this property a higher rating, we would! My wife and I stayed there as the last stop of our honeymoon trip across Zanzibar, and our experience in this hotel exceeded our expectations! Villa: We stayed at the Sultan Villa, which was very spacious and clean and offered an opportunity to unwind during the day whenever we needed a break from the sun. The bed was very comfortable, and the view of the ocean was dreamy! There is a good-sized patio where you can enjoy your morning coffee first thing and listen to the calming waves. We also got the chance to watch some monkeys playing directly in front of us, which was great entertainment. Food: If you are a foodie, you will love this place. From breakfast to dinner, we were spoiled for choice, including freshly baked pastries, numerous egg options made right in front of you by one of the chefs, local fruit, and freshly brewed coffee. The dinners were two-hour long feasts with different themes each night. We were lucky to experience the Swahili dinner on Tuesday night, with live music to accompany the expertly prepared meals. We also had a special welcome dinner prepared for us on the beach on the first night, which we really appreciated :) Staff: The nicest people working on the property who were always happy to help and made us feel at home! We learnt a lot about the dishes they were serving and their ingredients. You also have someone by the pool area to talk about the tides and the best times for swimming or kayaking/paddling (both sports are available at the property). Pool / beach area: Very comfortable loungers with a direct view of the ocean! The whole property is very well maintained. Spa: Definitely get to the spa before leaving, we had a very relaxing massage and my wife got a papaya facial which she loved. We would love to come back next time we are in Zanzibar! Thank you for everything :)
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 29 September 2024
Gordon
United KingdomAbsolutely nothing!
The hotel was superb …enhanced by the excellent food and delightful staff! More than happy to return.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 12 August 2024
Gizem
BelgiumEverything was perfect.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 30 June 2024
Majid
United Arab EmiratesNothing much to say, if you're looking for a quite and relaxing getaway, this place is amazing
The hotel staff and service makes the experience special. They treat the guests in a very special way. Everyone is smiling and happy, you cannot help but have fun. The place is good if you are looking for a quite and relaxing place. Thanks to the team for their great hospitality, we left with great memories.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 5 March 2024
Jane
United KingdomNothing
Lovely beach side hotel with excellent food
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 31 January 2024
Richard
United KingdomNothing, loved it all
Everything was fantastic. A true home from home. Beautiful property, wonderful staff and great chef and food. I celebrated my 50th birthday and it was so special!
Stayed in January 2024
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