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Located in Pongwe, a few steps from Pongwe Beach, TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. There is a wellness area, bar and restaurant serving African cuisine. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property.

The location of the property was excellent overlooking the beach. The staff were nice. The GM and the Manager F&B are always on ground to ensure that our stay was comfortable. There was never a boring moment in the hotel. I will surely come back to the hotel in my next vacation.

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9.3
Superb
242 reviews
Price from
£151
per night

At the hotel, rooms have a wardrobe. Every room is fitted with a safety deposit box, while some rooms will provide you with a balcony and others also provide guests with sea views. At Karibu Beach Resort every room is equipped with bed linen and towels.

Beautiful place with very helpful staff.

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9.3
Superb
119 reviews
Price from
£42
per night

Set in Pongwe and featuring a private beach area on the East Coast of Zanzibar, Tikitam Palms Boutique Hotel boasts a swimming pool at the beach area with a pool bar. Free WiFi is also available throughout the property.

So quiet and well designed with staff very professional but also very genuine and that made our stay so enjoyable despite disappointing weather. Food and service were excellent with permanent effort for personalization in order to please us.

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9.3
Superb
152 reviews
Price from
£487
per night

Set in Pongwe, a few steps from Pongwe Beach, The Island - Pongwe Lodge offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden. Boasting room service, this property also welcomes guests with a restaurant and a terrace. The accommodation features evening entertainment and a concierge service.

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.

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9.3
Superb
181 reviews
Price from
£320
per night

Offering an outdoor pool with waterslides, Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort is located in Pongwe, 27 km from Zanzibar City. The resort has a private beach area with beach service.

Nungwi is 36 km from Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort while Kendwa is 34 km from the property. Kisauni Airport is 29 km away.

Everything was great and awesome

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9.6
Exceptional
147 reviews
Price from
£439
per night

Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Pongwe Beach Hotel is located in Pongwe. WiFi access is available.

At Pongwe Beach Hotel you will find a private beach area and free bikes. Other facilities offered at the property include luggage storage.

The location was perfect with the beautiful views from each angle. The breakfast and other meals were great! The serene atmosphere with plenty of space and tranquility whether on the beach, which btw had the whitest and softest sand, by the pool or in the lounge area - it was just what we needed! And the staff was on point with taking care of us and always making sure we had what we needed - best service I think we’ve ever experienced at a hotel. They gave it a very cozy homey feel :)

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9.3
Superb
255 reviews
Price from
£225
per night

Offering a year-round large outdoor pool and sun terrace, White Paradise Zanzibar is set in Pongwe on a private beach in the Zanzibar Region, 26 km from Zanzibar City. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar.

Super comfortable rooms, with wide beds, sofas, good AC. The resort is a big green garden with lush vegetation, palm trees and flowers. The swimming pool is gorgeous. The staff is very friendly

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8.9
Fabulous
175 reviews
Price from
£80
per night

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 units at the hotel are fitted with a seating area. Some units at Seasons Lodge Zanzibar also provide guests with a balcony. All rooms include a wardrobe. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom equipped with free toiletries.

Incredible property. The territory is huuuge. You can literary rent a bike for free with them to ride around and into the village. The premises are very private, full of lush greenery and lovely decor elements like a proper treehouse to chill. There's a nice pool, loads of sunbeds in different configurations to chill, SUP, and a kayak to take for free as a guest. The hotel restaurant cooks very delicious local and European-styled food. We also like the cocktails and vines are available by the glass. The bungalow itself was the biggest thrill. It's big, private, and with a panoramic view of the ocean. You have a private beach area (without descent to the water though) and an amazing bathtub in front of a panoramic window to relax. The bed was super comfy and there were so many small touches and thoughtful gestures that made staying in this hotel one of the highlights of our vacation. Incredible value for money and a very soulful place!

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8.7
Fabulous
374 reviews
Price from
£80
per night

At Queen of Sheba Beach Lodge you will find a private beach area. Other facilities offered at the property include water sports facilities, a shared lounge and luggage storage. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including fishing, diving and snorkelling. The property offers free parking.

Room, Swimming Pool, Beach side Restaurant

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8.5
Very good
173 reviews

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

The Bahari lounge restaurant overlooks the beach and serves dishes comprising of Swahili cuisine, fresh seafood and Mediterranean flavours. The bar offers a range of wines and mouth-watering cocktails.

I love the staff!!! I had so much fun during my stay! I traveled solo and it was such an amazing experience staying at Pongwe Bay! 🙏🏼😍

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8.9
Fabulous
570 reviews
Price from
£79
per night

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There’s nothing quite like waking up to the sound of swirling waves and the smell of sea air through your bedroom window. Beachfront accommodation comes in a variety of forms, from well decked-out resorts to secluded homestays and villas. Beach hotel amenities can include air-conditioned rooms, private terraces overlooking the sea and outdoor pools with adjacent bars.
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  • Avg. price/night: £106.75
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 374 reviews
    The location here is absolutely stunning! Private bungalow with own outdoor area right on the beach was exactly what I wanted! The beach in this area is also very nice. The staff were friendly and service oriented, and the food was good.
    Connie
    Solo traveller
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 255 reviews
    Authentic beautiful hotel right on the beachfront, the service from everyone was the best we’ve ever had at a hotel.
    thomas
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £54.43
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 39 reviews
    Wonderful location right on the beach with the restaurant overlooking the sea on a very quiet and local beach. lovely pool which we had to ourselves as we went out of season. friendly helpful staff. * there is no alcohol at the property
    Rodham
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £196.11
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 242 reviews
    Right on the beach, great pool, excellent tasty food and very friendly staff . Very good beds !!!!
    Joeri Janssens
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £106.75
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 374 reviews
    Rooms are spacious, clean and with beautiful Ocean view. The private beach access is very convenient. The food is good and the menu is changing every day. Don't miss the cheese & Limette cake, a dream!
    Ioana
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £70.60
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 570 reviews
    Really nice breakfast with lots of fresh fruit, cereals, egg station etc. Friendly staff. Decent sized pool (about 18m long). Great location, right on the beach which was great for a long walk. "The Club" which is located at the end of the long boardwalk/pier has a very good restaurant, and you can also rent kayaks there and play pool. The room was large with a comfortable balcony.
    IechydDa
    Family with young children
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 255 reviews
    Set in a beautiful location right on the beach. A lovely relaxing place to stay. We were lucky enough to have a room with its own private swimming pool and would thoroughly recommend one of these rooms as it a lovely shaded semi private place to relax. The meals are lovely and the staff very friendly and helpful. A range of trips can be organised by the hotel. The beach is a wonderful place to walk and swim. The tide goes out a long way to provide fantastic walks on the sand and pools. It is about an hour from Stone town by taxi.
    Harry
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £70.60
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 570 reviews
    The resort's beautiful design aesthetic blends traditional with modern comforts. We had a large bedroom room with AC, with a spacious balcony that had a view of the ocean. The food was delicious, and there was a generous breakfast. The beach club at the end of the jetty was superb, from daytime lounging on the terrace to cocktails at sunset. The staff were lovely too.
    Syra
    Young couple
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 119 reviews
    A wonderful, intimate hotel right on the beach. Service and cleanliness at the highest level. Delicious, varied breakfasts. The seafood, pizza and fresh juices are the best on the island. I have visited several hotels in Zanzibar - Karibu Beach Resort is number 1. Paradise on earth.
    Tomasz
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £106.75
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 374 reviews
    Amazing place!! We loved staying here. The location right on the beach is truly amazing. The room is comfy, beautifully decorated and with breathtaking views of the ocean. Breakfast is delicious and the staff is really sweet and helpful. We eill definitely come back.
    Anna
    Young couple