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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
573 reviews
Price fromCNY 899.05per 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.

Awesome room and staff ! Great location! Food was good and fresh and breakfasts were awesome!
8.7
Scored 8.7
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
376 reviews
Price fromCNY 992.32per 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
254 reviews
Price fromCNY 1,957.76per night
The Island - Pongwe Lodge, hotel in Pongwe

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.

Everything! Absolutely everything! The place is a piece of heaven! Don't think of going to any other hotel in Zanzibar. The staff here are exceptional. All of them. Frank at the reception is a true gentleman; he knows what the guests like, and he makes it ready even before I ask. Regina at the restaurant makes your meal an unforgettable experience. She is always smiling, and she gives all her heart to make you happy. Irene is like another sister for me. So kind and respectful. Also, the guys at the restaurant and the guys who take you to the shore by boat. True gems. This hotel is all about the staff. For me, they were family. I love you and I will return.
9.3
Scored 9.3
Superb
Rated superb
179 reviews
Price fromCNY 2,889.68per 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
80 reviews
Price fromCNY 1,054.73per 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
148 reviews
Price fromCNY 534.59per 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 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
152 reviews
Price fromCNY 2,741.95per 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
246 reviews
Price fromCNY 2,275.62per 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
122 reviews
Price fromCNY 1,486.74per 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
154 reviews
Price fromCNY 4,955.80per 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 CNY 953.59 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 122 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
  • From CNY 826.81 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 573 reviews
    I'm a travel writer and have stayed in beautiful hotels all over the world, but I have never experienced the level of hospitality and warmth that I received at Pongwe Bay Resort. The room was exceptional and very comfortable; I felt extremely safe there as a solo woman. The food was all top-notch. And at every point, there were employees who wanted to make sure I was having a great time. My only regret is that my stay was too brief.
    Margaret
    United States
  • From CNY 664.63 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 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 CNY 4,327.30 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 152 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
  • From CNY 2,817.44 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 179 reviews
    Very relaxing and confortable boutique hotel on a private island in Pongwe bay. The cousine was excellent, the atmosphere very charming and the staff amazing: in particoular I want to thank you Margarita, who warmly welcame and assisted us during our stay, and Frank, who teached me Bao (local game) so well that by the end of the holiday I was able to beat him!
    Matteo
    Italy
  • From CNY 953.59 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 122 reviews
    The food was amazing. The place was really clean and well kept. I loved how intimate it was - it probably has twenty rooms max so felt quaint and boutiquish. It was also right by the water so meals are eaten with a view of the water and you can chill all day on the sunbeds right in front of the hotel and in front of the ocean. Really beautiful
    Nebila
    Ethiopia
  • From CNY 931.92 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    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 CNY 4,327.30 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 152 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 CNY 505.69 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 148 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
  • From CNY 4,955.80 per night
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 154 reviews
    million thanks to Petra, the most dedicated and helpful I’ve ever met ! Tulia is a perfect place to stay in their, I loved their pool and the water slides is brilliant! my kids was suggesting to stay in the hotel for good and was always asking to leave it !
    Feras
    Kuwait
  • From CNY 505.69 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 148 reviews
    Just one word, perfect. staff was the best you can ask for. place is beautiful with real Zanzibar vibes. location was peaceful with very nice beaches. rooms are clean and spacious. food was delicious and pretty varied (except for breakfast).
    סמטנקה
    Israel
  • From CNY 2,203.38 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 246 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 CNY 1,203.77 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 376 reviews
    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.
    Cara
    Tanzania
  • From CNY 2,203.38 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 246 reviews
    Everything was amazing. We enjoyed our time with the warm welcome from the staff including the hotel general manager.. The surprises prepared by the hotel regarding our anniversary was appreciated..
    Mousa
    United Arab Emirates
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 173 reviews
    The little corner of paradise. Amazing beach and view from the room. Very friendly and helpful staff. The food was good
    Lilia
    United Arab Emirates
  • From CNY 2,008.33 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 254 reviews
    Authentic beautiful hotel right on the beachfront, the service from everyone was the best we’ve ever had at a hotel.
    thomas
    United Kingdom
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 80 reviews
    It was a great hotel and worth more than that amount I spent unforgettable moments I recommend a visit it .
    Mohamed
    United Arab Emirates
  • From CNY 826.81 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 573 reviews
    we liked the fact that the hotel is small enough to provide the personal touch to each and every individual.
    Zita
    Hungary
  • From CNY 1,203.77 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 376 reviews
    The location is very nice and the authentic style of the hotel. Very nice private beach and bungalo house!
    Uldis
    Latvia
  • From CNY 2,008.33 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 254 reviews
    Excellent location and wonderful staff. the beach is sandy and relatively quiet.
    Michael
    United States