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Pongwe Beach Hotel

3.0 star property
Waterfront lodge with an outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Exterior detail
Garden view
Food and drink
Seaview Suite with plunge pool | View from room
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Bar
    BarBar
  • Laundry
    LaundryLaundry
  • Housekeeping
    HousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi

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Pongwe Beach, PO BOX 297, Pongwe
  • Popular LocationPongwe Beach2 min walk
  • Popular LocationKiwengwa Beach24 min drive
  • Popular LocationUroa Beach27 min drive
  • AirportZanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)73 min drive

Room options

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Garden View

Garden View

Highlights

Patio
Connecting rooms available
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room massage
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Double or Twin Room, Garden View

Highlights

Patio
Connecting rooms available
Ceiling fan
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room massage
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Beachfront Quadruple

Highlights

Patio
Connecting rooms available
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room massage
  • 45 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Beachfront Triple

Beachfront Triple

Highlights

Patio
Connecting rooms available
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room massage
  • 35 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Seaview Suite with plunge pool

Seaview Suite with plunge pool

Highlights

Patio
Connecting rooms available
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Beachfront Double

Beachfront Double

Highlights

Patio
Connecting rooms available
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room massage
  • 35 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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2 Bedroom Family Beachfront Suite

2 Bedroom Family Beachfront Suite

Highlights

Patio
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Bathrobes
2 bathrooms
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Pongwe

Pongwe Beach Hotel places you steps from Pongwe Beach and within a 15-minute stroll of Kiwengwa Pongwe Forest. Highlights at this beachfront lodge include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and a bar/lounge. .Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site pool loungers. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .In the area of this 3-property class Pongwe lodge, you'll find Kiwengwa Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Pongwe Beach - 2 min walk
  • Kiwengwa Pongwe Forest - 13 min walk
  • Kiwengwa Beach - 24 min drive
  • Uroa Beach - 27 min drive
  • Mapenzi Beach - 27 min drive

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sipano Reastaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Blu Marlin Village - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ngalawa Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bahari Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Island - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Pongwe Beach Hotel

Waterfront lodge with an outdoor pool
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Pongwe Beach Hotel.

This 3-star Pongwe lodge is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Pongwe Beach Hotel offers 20 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and a ceiling fan. Rooms open to patios. This Pongwe lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. In-room massages and hairdryers can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Languages

Afrikaans, Dutch, English, French, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

Outdoor space

  • Patio

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 19 April and 31 May.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Pongwe Beach Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per vehicle (one way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Pongwe Beach Hotel
Pongwe Beach Hotel Kiwengwa
Pongwe Beach Kiwengwa
Pongwe Hotel
Pongwe Beach Hotel Zanzibar Island
Pongwe Hotel Zanzibar Island
Pongwe Beach Hotel Lodge
Pongwe Beach Hotel Pongwe
Pongwe Beach Hotel Lodge Pongwe

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Pongwe Beach Hotel?

Yep, Pongwe Beach Hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Pongwe Beach.

How much does it cost to stay at Pongwe Beach Hotel?

As of 4 Jul 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pongwe Beach Hotel on 14 Jul 2024 start from NZ$467.29, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Pongwe Beach Hotel have a pool?

Pongwe Beach Hotel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What makes Pongwe Beach Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus private patios in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Pongwe Beach Hotel.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Pongwe Beach Hotel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Pongwe Beach Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Pongwe Beach Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Pongwe Beach Hotel?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Pongwe Beach Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 117 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 117 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 117 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 117 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 117 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were all very friendly and welcoming. The overall service was excellent. This is a wonderful place to relax - it may not be 5 star luxury but it is authentic African hospitality - just what we had hoped for.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ditte Malene

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

mark

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We just left after spending 6 night at this wonderful resort. My family and our travel friends had a wonderful time, and were sad to leave. The staff are super amazing, the resort was a wonderful place to relax, the food very delicious, I can’t really say enough great things about this resort. Without a doubt, I would highly recommend the Pongwe Beach Hotel!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and management were all very friendly and professional. Our room was delightful and had everything we could wish for and more. The beach was beautiful, clean and private. The food was of a high standard with a menu that changed daily. Would recommend Pongwe Beach to anyone wishing for a relaxing holiday in the sun.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, beautiful views, great customer service. Shower water pressure can be definitely improved but overall great experience!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sabrine

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wambura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Amazing resort. Excellent staff. Beautiful hotel. Very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

CECILE

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

James

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

sarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall we had a wonderful stay at Pongwe Beach Hotel. The property is very unique in Zanzibar in that it has its own almost private beach pretty much immediately near bungalows and its very beautiful and quiet, the sea is very clean with less seaweed than others we visited. Beautiful swimming pool overlooking the sea. The resort facilities and bedrooms could be improved in that the decor feels a little dated in terms of interior design, but generally very comfortable and very well serviced by the ever cheerful and kind staff working at every level. Food is very good, the menus are changed daily and offer two options plus two vegetarian options at lunch, and others at dinner. The rooms could be improved by offering air conditioning in every room. Some rooms only offer a fan with a bed-cooling air con system which we didn’t enjoy.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome weekend - staff were great and food was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sylvain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Logan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing boutique hotel
Really amazing boutique hotel. Would highly recommend & certainly recommend staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff ! very nice and welcoming. Very helpful front desk especially Martin. The pool and beach are great, be aware of the tide but in my opinion this added to the charm of the hotel, allowing us to walk on the beach alone :)
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ramon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stu, Hastings on Hudson , NY

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We visited Pongwe Beach after a week bumping around on safari, like most visitors. The hotel was the perfect place to slow down, relax and enjoy the beautiful beach, pool and ocean. The small beach was perfectly lovely and private, with lounge chairs always available and just the right amount of sun and shade for the hot days of summer. Service was great and the folks made themselves available on just the right frequency. Happy hour drinks were beautiful and delicious. Breakfast was a highlight, with perfect omelets, a buffet full of fruit and delicious morning coffee. Oh, and speaking of coffee, the early morning delivery of coffee and tea to the bungalow patios was an unexpected treat. Up with the sunrise, enjoying a cup of delicious Tanzanian coffee on the beach was an absolute joy. We did enjoy lunch and dinner as well, with the menus changing daily. Food was good, but not over the top excellent, but no real complaints. The hotel is slightly out of the way, so be prepared to pay a lot for transportation should you want to visit other parts of Zanzibar, like Stonetown, or eat at other restaurants on the Island (we do recommend The Rock, if just for the experience). As with most visitors here, we were sad to leave and were wondering how we can find an excuse to return someday in the not too distant future.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

patricia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just the nicest staff and environment, perfect place
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019