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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. With a bar, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers evening entertainment and room service.

Great service, the staff was very helpfull.

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9.3
Superb
119 reviews
Price from
£42
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.

The resort boasts an a la carte all inclusive concept with respect to individual taste and wishes.

The place was extremely tidy to all details and, more importantly, was the stuff friendliness attending to every request. Fantastic place, thanks, and keep it up 👌

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9.6
Exceptional
152 reviews
Price from
£439
per night

This resort has a private beach area and car hire is available. Nungwi is 38 km from White Paradise Zanzibar, while Kendwa is 36 km away. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, 28 km from the property.

The place is amazing. We needed a place to relax and this hotel was just such a place. Rooms fully equipped. Nothing is missing. We will definitely return to this hotel.

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8.9
Fabulous
175 reviews
Price from
£80
per night

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.

With a private entrance, the units at Pongwe Bay Resort feature thatched-roofs and Swahili elements of décor. The rooms are air-conditioned and have a mosquito net draped over the bed, a sofa and a patio offering views of the pool, garden or sea.

The place is even better in reality! It's like an oasis of paradise. I liked very much the beauty of the garden, the poolside, the beach and the spacy restaurant lobby where to eat, relax or play games. Wifi worked great. All the questions got answers. The massage was great. You can get all the tours from receptions. The staff is extraordinary - felt like in a family. Especially nice was the barefoot philosophy - you can walk everywhere barefoot. I didn't miss anything and we decided to extend our vacation for one more week. And by the way - the place has its own "the Rock" nearby - the tiny rock island with the very nice restaurant on top - great to go by boat with high tide and by a walk on the low tide there.

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8.9
Fabulous
570 reviews
Price from
£79
per night

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.

Each room at Azao Resort & Spa is air-conditioned and equipped with a mosquito net, a seating area and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. They each have a private bathroom with a shower. Some rooms feature a balcony and sea views.

Everything The food was excellent

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8.1
Very good
80 reviews
Price from
£86
per night

Located in Kiwengwa, a few steps from Kiwengwa Beach, Moja Tuu The Luxury villas & Nature Retreat provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. This 4-star resort offers a bar. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi.

It was like heaven, Amazing staff ❤️❤️❤️ Tasty food 😍😍😍 Clean clean clean We enjoyed our visit, it was unforgettable experience

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7.5
Good
337 reviews

Other facilities offered at the property include luggage storage, dry cleaning and an ironing service. The resort also offers a souvenir shop.

The resort is situated about 40 km from Zanzibar Stone Town and the airport. Shuttle or airport transfers can be arranged for an additional surcharge. The Kiwengwa caves are 3 km away.

I liked the location, the staf the food, everything great.

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6.6
Review score
26 reviews

Kiwengwa Bungalow Boutique Resort is 40 km away from Zanzibar Airport and offers a private beach area, an outdoor pool and a restaurant. Free WiFi is available.

The apartments come with a terrace and a bathroom with shower. Some units feature air conditioning while others offer a ceiling fan. Each bed is draped with a mosquito net.

I really liked the apartment, it was super cosy and pretty. And it was very relaxing to stay at the swimming pool. Also the beach is beautiful, however there is a huge difference between low and high tight. But during low tight you can walk out the very long foodbrigde to the restaurant and swim from there. So perfect location. Also the food, Italian food is super delicious. And everyone was very helpful, we received everything we asked for, that was really kind. Thank you and all the best

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8.9
Fabulous
218 reviews

Set in the Kiwengwa Beach district of Kiwengwa, Kiwengwa Beach Resort is 10 km from Kichwele Forest Reserve and a 3-minute walk from Obama Beach Club Zanzibar. Offering a restaurant, the property also has an outdoor swimming pool. The resort has a garden and provides a terrace.

Hospitality. Kind people . Many swimming pools . Nice place . With activities.

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8.8
Fabulous
1,589 reviews
Price from
£344
per night

ARYA Boutique Resort has an outdoor swimming pool, a bar and shared lounge in Kiwengwa. A few steps from Kiwengwa Beach and 24 km from Kichwele Forest Reserve, the property provides a private beach area, as well as a garden. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, room service and currency exchange for guests.

Laura and the staff are extremely friendly, we’ve been pampered soo much during our stay. Cozy little resort full of flowers and plants, quiet place. We would like to thank Laura for taking care of us even tho she wasn’t there during our stay. The food is yummy, it’s freshly prepared every day. Clean villas with hot and cold water. 10/10

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9.2
Superb
126 reviews
Price from
£111
per night

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Resorts that guests love in Pongwe

  • Avg. price/night: £96.05
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 119 reviews
    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.
    Mary
    Solo traveller
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 175 reviews
    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
    Ivan
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £70.60
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 570 reviews
    The weather was pleasant, the resort is very quiet..
    A
    Anonymous
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £70.60
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 570 reviews
    One of the best resorts I ever stayed, the location is great and food amazing as the owners are Italians. Even if the owner is an Juventus fan it was still friendly and nice to have a chat with, he really cares about customers.
    A
    Anonymous
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £70.60
    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
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £96.05
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 119 reviews
    Everything! The property is a hidden gem in Zanzibar! The staff are so welcoming and pays attention to detail in way that cannot be described, you just have to experience it. We absolutely loved that in this case Instagram is reality. At Karibu Beach Resort you are steps away from the beach, rich culture, excursions, amazing disappearing sandbanks, and inviting locals.
    A
    Anonymous
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £70.60
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 570 reviews
    We had a lovely holiday at the pongwe bay resort boutique hotel. Very nice hotel, clean and tidy, with excellent and helpful staff. Each guest is treated individually and every need is provided. For breakfast and dinner there is a choice of European and local African dishes. Everything fresh and very tasty. A place worth recommending.
    maciej
    Family with young children
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 107 reviews
    I love this property! the staff were so attentive and friendly! it’s a small resort so not too many guests which I like! the pool is heated! the bed and pillows are very comfy! good shower pressure with hot water!
    Ted Joseph Roble
    Solo traveller
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 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
    People with friends
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 152 reviews
    i don’t usually review the resort or hotels, but this resort is outstanding! and i don’t usually repeat the experience if i travel in the same place, but if we ever go Zanzibar again (3rd time) we’ll definitely stay at Tulia again!! i travelled a lot, saw many 5* resorts but this is the best, in my oppinion. exacly what we are looking for: quiet, exotic bungalows, luxury experience.
    Andrada
    Young couple