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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
375 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.

Everything amazing! High recommended
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
152 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
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 173 reviews
    It has a beautiful setting, a wonderful beach, it is a small quiet and peaceful resort with very friendly staff. Went for a snorkel out on a boat with local fishermen that was organised by the staff. Beach 1 minute away, directly accessibly from the hotel. Great experience. If you want lots of action go elsewhere. A note for vegans: They made me a superb vegan breakfast on request, with fresh fruit and grilled vegetables. Lunch/supper option always had 2 vegan / plant based meal options. Just bring your own plant milk.
    Schutte
    South Africa
  • From $88.20 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 570 reviews
    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.
    David
    Hungary
  • From $390 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 181 reviews
    The location is incredibly unique, the lodge has only 5 rooms, the staff really cares about the guests, Margarita was amazing, she went above and beyond to help us and anticipate our needs, she also helped us plan our trip and recommended amazing places to visit. The food at the restaurant was the best we had in Zanzibar. We stayed at Sultan Villa, it has the best views, and the interior is authentic. I truly loved this place.
    Nour
    Egypt
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 175 reviews
    Very friendly, helpful staff. Amazing food, quiet - perfect for families. The villas, pool and restaurant were all stunningly beautiful. The grounds were kept looking pristine and gardeners were out every day helping to keep things tidy. Our room was cleaned every day and our beds turned down every evening. The hotel managers were really helpful when advising us on trips around the island and places to visit.
    Holly
    United Kingdom
  • From $138 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 80 reviews
    I stayed as a single person for an overnight visit. It was the perfect size and space for what I needed. Very clean and comfortable. I originally booked a single, but was upgraded to a double. I think it would have definitely on the small side if I were sharing that space it another person, though. The hotel staff was very kind and accommodating.
    Jain
    Canada
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 153 reviews
    Beautiful small Boutique Hotel with outstanding service. I felt extremly welcome and appreciated. The food was lovingly prepared and fresh. Friendly staff who went above and beyond to make my stay a memorable one. The Villa was beautiful and spacious. A clean and well kept little gem. Thank you so much for a beautiful stay!
    Claudia
    Austria
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 107 reviews
    We had a very warm welcome from the staff and everybody was very polite. The rooms were very nice and clean. The resort is beautifuly arranged and decorated. The pool is very good. Beach is right there, but be aware of tides on Zanzibar. Breakfast was very tasty and they offer multiple breakfast options.
    Milos
    Tanzania
  • From $65 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 149 reviews
    The best place we stayed in Zanzibar. The beach front location and space was amazing. It has a very friendly and relaxed feel. The staff, however, make the place! they were so warm, engaging and we loved our evenings at the bar with the owners and barman chatting away. It felt more than just a hotel.
    Rowan
    United Kingdom
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 255 reviews
    Location is wonderful! The beach is beautiful, not too many annoying "beach boys ". You can feel here like you were alone. Really, paradise hotel! All rooms are in bungalowes, so you have your private space or even private pool.
    Ewa
    Poland
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 375 reviews
    Small hotel, large airy rooms, opening up on to the beach/rocks, menu changes daily. Very friendly and helpful staff. can walk along beach at low tide and pop into other hotels e.g. Pongwe Beach. will also arrange day trips.
    Jo Povey
    United Kingdom
  • From $390 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 181 reviews
    The island in Zanzibar is one of the most unique hotel located in the middle of the Indian Ocean build on a coral rock-where you can walk right into the water when is high tide or walk on the ocean floor when is low tide
    Janet
    Canada
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 153 reviews
    Tikitam has a great staff , they really did extra-miles to make me comfortable. Starting from the hotel manager to the Kitchen and housekeeping. they have a great dinner and wonderful atmosphere.
    Mahmoud
    Egypt
  • From $230 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 242 reviews
    We stayed at the honeymoon suite. It was amazing! Beachfront room with exceptional view and a pool! The staff was lovely and made sure we had everything we needed.
    Šestan
    Croatia
  • From $65 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 149 reviews
    The location is great! Beachfront and makes a very good atmosphere for you to relax away from everything. The staff is also really helpful
    Álvaro
    Brazil
  • From $88.20 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 570 reviews
    we liked the fact that the hotel is small enough to provide the personal touch to each and every individual.
    Zita
    Hungary
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 152 reviews
    Wonderful staff! Friendly and extremely helpful! Beautiful beach and food was delicious!
    Claudia
    United States of America
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 255 reviews
    Excellent location and wonderful staff. the beach is sandy and relatively quiet.
    Michael
    United States of America
  • From $120 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 119 reviews
    Staff, location and hotel is beautifully done.
    Tina Blossom
    United Kingdom
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 375 reviews
    amazing view and beach
    Szabina
    United Arab Emirates