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Pongwe Bay Resort

4.5 star property

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Beach/ocean view
Junior Suite | Terrace/patio
Private beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch served; local and international cuisine
Junior Suite, Garden View, Courtyard Area | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • On private beach
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Spa

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10 Pongwe Road, Pongwe, Unguja North Region, 0581
  • Pongwe Beach
    4 min walk
  • Kiwengwa Pongwe Forest
    11 min walk
  • Uroa Beach
    6 min drive
  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    76 min drive

Room options

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Junior Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Room, Garden View, Courtyard Area

  • 990 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Bungalow | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Bungalow

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Junior Room, Sea Facing | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Room, Sea Facing

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Junior Suite, Garden View, Courtyard Area | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite, Garden View, Courtyard Area

  • 915 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Suite, Sea View (Master) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, Sea View (Master)

  • 645 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About this property

Pongwe Bay Resort

4.5-star Pongwe hotel with private balconies
Catch some rays on Pongwe Bay Resort's private sand beach or spend the day relaxing at the full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the hotel's 2 restaurants.
Pongwe Bay Resort offers 23 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a private beach, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Maji Spa. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and sports massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and reflexology. The spa is open daily.
Step outside to unwind on the sand beach. Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan in the sun loungers (chaise longues) or kick back in the shade with free beach club on site and umbrellas. Pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities at Pongwe Bay Resort like an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

A complimentary manager's reception is offered each day. Dining is available at one of the hotel's 2 restaurants and guests can grab coffee at one of the 2 coffee shops/cafes. The property also has a snack bar/deli. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the hotel's bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. This luxury hotel also offers a garden and a terrace. Complimentary self parking is available on site.

Pongwe Bay Resort is a smoke-free property.

A complimentary manager's reception is offered each day.
Pongwe Bay Resort - This beachfront fine-dining restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Reservations are required.
The Club - This seafood restaurant overlooks the ocean and specializes in international cuisine. Open daily.
The Club - This rooftop bar overlooks the ocean. Open daily.
Pongwe Bay Resort - This bar is located on the beach. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English, French, Italian, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 2 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Pongwe Bay Resort
  • Pongwe Bay Resort
  • The Club
  • The Club

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Beach volleyball
  • Canoeing
  • Free beach club
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snorkeling
  • TV in common areas
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Baby toys
  • Children's games
  • Highchair
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways (39 inches high)
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
24-hour pool access
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Pongwe Bay Resort
Pongwe Bay Resort Zanzibar Island
Pongwe Bay Resort Hotel
Pongwe Bay Resort Pongwe
Pongwe Bay Resort Hotel Pongwe

Pongwe Bay Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 87 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 87 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 87 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 87 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 87 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Hanif

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our first experience staying on Pongwe beach. The beach isn't comparable to what one gets at Nungwi or similar. It is quite rocky and the tide stays receeded most of the day. The resort was sparsely occupied and therefore very quiet and peaceful apart from Wednesday night when there was loud music until past 3AM at an adjacent property. The service staff were terrrific and catered for every need of ours without complaint or delay. Upendo, Abdallah, Leila and their teams were excellent with their service. The spa on the site is middling and could be much better in terms of the setup, ambiance and hygiene. One peculiar annoyance was that the resort leaves ALL their outdoor lights on at night including the half a kilometre long pier which causes unnecessary light polution which totally washes out the otherwise spectacular skies of East Coast Zanzibar. Even The Club, which is the restaurant on the pier, keeps all its inside lights on all night! That is a waste of power for an island that struggles with its power supply. Food was OK at the resort and we mostly ate at a local shack called Shashas Restaurant a kilometre down the beach. They were reasonably priced but be prepared to pay tourist prices for all food and drinks on this coast.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pole pole
The atmosphere was grear and all the staff was friedly, excellent. 👍👍👍👍👍
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I spent eight nights in August and enjoyed our stay at the resort. Our bungalow was very comfortable, and if you're looking for a quiet location where you can walk without sandals directly onto the beach, this is the place. The resort does not have fridges or TVs in the rooms to add to the laidback experience. The staff was very professional and assisted us with offsite trips, shopping areas, and arranging transportation. There are two restaurants; both are very good, but our favorite was the one situated on a pier overlooking the water.  Located on the east side of the island, low tide occurs every six hours, meaning you can't swim but can safely walk out almost a mile. The resort has sunbeds on the beach and next to the beautiful pool.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alfred

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was fabulous 👌 love it
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

nadia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderfull place ! Clean and quiet.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect holiday
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous hotel, super relaxing, delicious pool. Staff super nice and helpful. Activities on certain days. Be aware of tide changes but that's across all the island.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miriam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
It was excellent vacation, the staff was very friendly and helpful. Everything was good, the room was very clean. Be sure we will return
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Andrea

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maricela

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay. The staff were courteous and professional. Attentive and were approachable. I enjoyed the atmosphere. The bed was uncomfortable but everything else was wonderful
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vilde

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Viljar

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Paseka

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nanna

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lubomira, San Francisco

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

JEFFRREY A

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From beginning to end, they were most welcoming and hospitable. Fantastic hotel.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Hamza

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

Hasina

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Worst Place for Family Getaway
The pictures will fool you! This place is filthy with cracked floors, overpriced room rates, beverages and zero customer care!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Adam, Cracow, Poland

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place for a short rest time. Very good food. Resort place there is nothing other - restaurants or village.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Positive aspects: - Service is pretty good. Entire staff is unbelievably friendly, cordial, polite, and they are extremely attentive. - Precision Air cancelled my flight with extremely short notice (don't fly with them) and even though I had booked and paid for a taxi for an hour later, the resort got another taxi to show up within minutes to take me to the airport. I wouldn't have made it to my flight otherwise. - The drinks from the bar are pretty great, they take a little bit making them but it's worth it. They even told me when they had received not so good mangoes that would make the flavor of one of the drinks subpar l. Negative things: - Would get our meal order wrong. Even when they got it right, the food was bad. We should probably have stocked with burgers and the blue Marlin. - We got a couple's massage and the hygiene of the place was not ideal. Also, the massage was kinda weird.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019