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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
570 reviews
Price from£82.81per 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
374 reviews
Price from£109.95per 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£216.92per 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
181 reviews
Price from£320.18per 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£59.23per 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 from£303.81per 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£264.15per 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£114.86per 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
147 reviews
Price from£549.11per 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£80.04per night
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Budget hotels in Pongwe

  • Tikitam Palms Boutique Hotel
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 152 reviews

    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.

    Food,.rooms, staff are amazing. Very quiet and relaxing place.

  • Pongwe Beach Hotel
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 255 reviews

    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.

    Beautiful location, pool, food - great swimming spot

  • Seasons Lodge Zanzibar
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 374 reviews

    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.

    Room with incredible view and private beach area. Food was delicious, daily changing menu.

  • Queen of Sheba Beach Lodge
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 173 reviews

    Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Queen of Sheba Beach Lodge is located in Pongwe. Free WiFi access is available.

    Fantastic super relaxing place to just do "niksen"

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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
     · 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
  • 7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 12 reviews
    I love everything about this oasis in Pongwe. The very Kind staff, the swimming pool, the food, thé room, the hoooot water and the vibes. I will go back there as soon as possible. Thé beach Is only 1 min walk From the hôtel but there is a lot of sea Grass. I enjoyed thé wonderful sunset over there. You can enjoy the beach in Kikwenga, only 5-10min away by boda boda (moto taxi).
    Lesley
    France
  • From £54.43 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
  • From £52.03 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
  • From £70.60 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 570 reviews
    Pongwe Bay Resort is cozy, with cute traditional hits, but with all amenities. The pool in the center meets the needs for refreshing the bodies and meet other guests. Breakfast is great with amazing service. The owner was very attentive to all guests during the day and the organized evening events.
    Gabriel
    United Arab Emirates
  • From £196.11 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 242 reviews
    It is a new hotel, with clean spacious rooms and a spacious shower. The room has international plugs and USB ports. The prawn curry was delicious. It has a beautiful beach, and I enjoyed the cool music by the pool during the day. Rama, the airport transfer driver was on time and professional.
    Jane D
    United Arab Emirates
  • From £196.11 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 242 reviews
    The hotel is new, super clean and comfortable. Beautiful beach setting and lovey facilities. Rooms are stylishly decorated and the hotel grounds leafy and green. I spent 4 nights here with my family over new year and we had a great time. Staff are all really helpful, friendly and accommodating.
    Katharine
    United Arab Emirates
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 147 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
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 255 reviews
    Very private and calm, clean beach and total security. Staff were amazing and very respectful. We did 4 hotels during our stay and this is the best in this range, private beach where you can swim without sea ursins and not bothered by too many beach boys
    Roungthiva
    France
  • From £312.17 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 181 reviews
    Our stay couldn’t get any smoother, hotel is cozy and clean, there is no crowd and no stress! Great place to relax, authentic pool, friendly staff, Frank showed us around and was very professional and always in a good mood -)
    Dmitriy
    Czech Republic
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 119 reviews
    We stayed at the hotel for a week. Very beautiful little hotel. Newly renovated. Spotless clean. Nice and quiet. Staff very attentative and kind. Delicious breakfast. Great cocktails. We got free upgrade the two last days.
    Lisa
    Denmark
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 173 reviews
    My wife and I love water entertainment and being there off-season (we were just two couples!) allowed us to enjoy it to the fullest, as we like it, with the full and very discreet support of the hotel staff.
    Prosper
    United States
  • From £70.60 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 570 reviews
    Wonderful staff. A small and cozy hotel. They made any efforts to address our requests. Nice pool with sweet water and lovely rooms. They have water sports and nice restaurant deep into the sea
    Eitan
    Israel
  • From £138.08 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 80 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
  • From £52.03 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
  • 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
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 152 reviews
    Beds were very comfortable - although a bit small. The spa was lovely and the small hotel felt and personal.
    Lucy
    United Kingdom
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 255 reviews
    Excellent location and wonderful staff. the beach is sandy and relatively quiet.
    Michael
    United States
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 175 reviews
    the staff were the nicest, the hotel was really beautiful
    Amit
    Israel