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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 boasts a swimming pool at the beach area with a pool bar.

Lovely beach side hotel with excellent food
9.3
Scored 9.3
Superb
Rated superb
151 reviews
Price from£304.58per 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.

Authentic beautiful hotel right on the beachfront, the service from everyone was the best we’ve ever had at a hotel.
9.3
Scored 9.3
Superb
Rated superb
255 reviews
Price from£229.51per night
TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar, hotel in Pongwe

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.

Beautiful and clean
9.3
Scored 9.3
Superb
Rated superb
242 reviews
Price from£264.82per night
Karibu Beach Resort, hotel in Pongwe

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

This is a very private boutiqe hotel, with just around 12 rooms - about 6 were occupied while we were there. It felt really private. Breakfast is a la carte, with many options. Staff was constantly cleaning and doing small fixes around the place. It was always stunning and spotless.
9.3
Scored 9.3
Superb
Rated superb
119 reviews
Price from£115.15per 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.

Nice beach,stunning views, OK food, relaxing and just what I needed.
8.7
Scored 8.7
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
373 reviews
Price from£110.23per night
Pongwe Bay Resort, hotel in Pongwe

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.

Wonderful place to stay and to have a complete experience in Zanzibar. Great food, amazing view, we will come back for sure every time we will visit Zanzibar. The people that are working there are always available and ready to help. So if you want to enjoy a full experience full of amazing people, a dazzling accommodation and a super relaxing pool you should not miss this place.
8.9
Scored 8.9
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
570 reviews
Price from£83.02per night
Santa Maria Coral Park, hotel in Pongwe

Offering beachfront accommodation 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.

amazing place
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very good
Rated very good
149 reviews
Price from£59.38per night
Azao Resort & Spa, hotel in Pongwe

Situated 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.

NICE BEACH FRONT WITH GOOD VIEW OF THE CORAL REEFS WHLIST BOAT RIDING
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very good
Rated very good
79 reviews
Price from£117.16per night
Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort, hotel in Pongwe

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.

Everything was great, we were thrilled
9.6
Scored 9.6
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
145 reviews
Price from£459.01per night
White Paradise Zanzibar, hotel in Pongwe

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...

The resort is great for spending a few days relaxing by the pool. Very friendly staff and very caring customer relation manager who make you feel welcome from the first minute. The property is very clean and well maintained. The rooms are large, quiet and beds are comfortable. WIFI connection is good throughout the facility. The large pool and dining areas are nice. The all-inclusive package includes catering a-la-carte (no buffet). The lunch and dinner menus are changed every day. Vegetarian options are available. We were kindly offered a late check-out free of charge (unfortunately we had to leave early).
8.9
Scored 8.9
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
175 reviews
Price from£80.25per 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

  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 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
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 119 reviews
    Amazing place! Probably the most beutiful place where ever I stayed. Direct access to the beach, the atmosphere was so calm and relaxing, we just chillin on the balcony for hours every day, listening the sounds of the silence. I felt if Im dreaming many times. The suite is literally few steps from the ocean. Beautiful hotel and wonderful employees who helped us in every case. I recommend it to everyone who appreciates peace and quiet.
    Tommy
    Abkhazia
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 173 reviews
    The hotel has a beautiful tropical garden, and a very nice and quiet beach near to it. The room was basic but comfortable, with nice view to the garden. The staff is really nice. I appreciate that I could stay longer in the room on my last day, as my flight was late in the evening, that helped a lot. It’s not a luxury hotel, but still a beautiful place to stay and relax. The area is quiet, so only come here, if you want to relax only.
    Erzsebet
    Hungary
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 151 reviews
    Everything was perfect. The Hotel and its facilities are amazing. The room was perfect. The staff were absolutely wonderful! We informed them that we were visiting Zanzibar on our honeymoon and they made sure that we had a memorable stay with them. From the room decorations, to the delicious food and great hospitality of the staff; everything was perfect. Special thanks to Chef Mubarak, Janeth and Esta :)
    A
    Anonymous
    United Kingdom
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 255 reviews
    The villa with the private pool was amazing. Very large with a very big terrace. Clean and large pool. You could see the ocean while sleeping on the bed. Beautiful infinity pool. Very private clean beach and amazingly clear waters. We got the last villa on the walkway which gave us the utmost privacy, thanks Pongwe beach hotel.
    A
    Anonymous
    Egypt
  • From £88.27 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 15 reviews
    Pros: -Huge villa, with nice porch and cute little plonge pool; and perfect view onto the beach -Pongwe is THE most remote place in Zanzibar still, so book if you want total tranquility (but also lack of any kind of shop;) -Nice bedrooms, with good airco -Part of a consortium with another villa and a small restaurant.
    Thomas
    Kenya
  • From £54.57 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 39 reviews
    Very nice little paradise right by the quiet Pongwe beaches! The rooms are comfy, clean with all necessary amenities. The gardens and communal areas are well organised and beautiful. Clean pool and the staff are very friendly. The food in the restaurant is very delicious with lots of variety and the prices are fair.
    Mehdi
    Democratic Republic of Congo
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 151 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 £107.02 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 373 reviews
    Fronts onto a beautiful beach. Nice Swimming pool. Very quiet except from 6.30am to 7am in the morning. Grounds are attractive and nicely landscaped. Easy to book day trips from hotel. Rooms were serviced daily and sprayed for mosquitoes.
    Sinawill
    Ireland
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 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
  • From £312.96 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 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
  • From £196.61 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 242 reviews
    Staff friendliness and the hospitality the managing director (Ali) provided. The food is excellent and good red wine. Pool is beautiful too. Good security. We had an excellent time and recommend this hotel.
    Arne
    United Arab Emirates
  • From £110.74 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 79 reviews
    It was really nice And they have a driver called Mousa he was wonderful incase anyone wants to go around zanzibar definitely take Mousa as your driver asanteni sana
    Ruqaya
    Oman
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 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 £107.02 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 373 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
  • From £52.16 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 £70.78 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 570 reviews
    Neat and clean resort friendly staff , a hop to the beach and a hop to the pool …Pongwe Bay Resort was very cool 👍😀
    Noel
    Qatar
  • From £196.61 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 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 £70.78 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 570 reviews
    super cosy hotel - friendly staff - unique vibes in the hotel - amazing stay
    Imane
    United Arab Emirates
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 175 reviews
    the staff were the nicest, the hotel was really beautiful
    Amit
    Israel