Pongwe Beach Hotel

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Consider a stay at Pongwe Beach Hotel and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and a library. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NT$7,791
NT$8,960 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26

Room options

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View all photos for Beachfront Double

A room with a bed under a canopy, wooden furniture, and a view of greenery outside.

Beachfront Double

  • Ocean view
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Seaview Suite with plunge pool

A room with a view of a pool and tropical scenery, featuring a wooden table and chairs, a small table with a lamp, and a large mirror reflecting the view.

Seaview Suite with plunge pool

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A room with a wooden bed, a wooden table, and a woven mat.

Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Double or Twin Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Beachfront Quadruple

A room with a wooden ceiling, a bed with a blue canopy, and a chair.

Beachfront Quadruple

  • Beach view
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Beachfront Triple

A well-lit bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a small table with drinks and a bag.

Beachfront Triple

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Beach view
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for 2 Bedroom Family Beachfront Suite

A bedroom with a canopy bed, a sofa, wicker furniture, and a herringbone floor pattern.

2 Bedroom Family Beachfront Suite

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room

  • 678 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Premium Room

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Pongwe, Pongwe Beach Hotel is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Michenzani Mall and Zanzibar Night Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kiwengwa Beach and Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park. Kidichi Spice Farm and Siso Spice Farm are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like horse riding. Visit our Pongwe travel guide
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Pongwe Beach, PO BOX 297, Pongwe

What's nearby

  • A boat on a calm sea at sunset with clouds in the sky.
    Kiwengwa Beach
    8 min drive - 7.8 km
  • A sandy beach with three wooden boats and lush green vegetation.
    Muyuni Beach
    28 min drive - 22.3 km
  • A calm sea at sunset with several boats and a large ship in the distance.
    Shangani Beach
    57 min drive - 54.4 km
  • Pongwe Beach
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mapenzi Beach
    22 min drive - 17.8 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ)
    90 min drive

Restaurants

  • AVO Boutique Hotel
    11 min drive
  • The Yoga Bar Zanzibar
    12 min drive
  • pool bar @ blue bay
    11 min drive
  • The Club at Pongwe Bay Resort
    4 min drive
  • Zanzibar Rock Resort Restaurant
    3 min drive

About this property

Pongwe Beach Hotel

  • Lodge by the ocean
  • A terrace, a garden, and a library are just a few of the amenities provided at Pongwe Beach Hotel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
  • Additional perks include:
    • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
    • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and a front-desk safe
    • Beach towels, luggage storage, and coffee/tea in the lobby
    • Guest reviews speak well of the overall condition
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Pongwe Beach Hotel have amenities such as free WiFi.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
    • In-room massages and turndown services
    • Patios, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

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Frequently asked questions

Does Pongwe Beach Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

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

As of 2026/10/23, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pongwe Beach Hotel on 2026/10/25 start from NT$7,791, excluding 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.

Is Pongwe Beach Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This lodge doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Pongwe Beach Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Pongwe Beach Hotel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Pongwe Beach Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 50 per vehicle applies.

Where is Pongwe Beach Hotel located?

Situated on the waterfront, this lodge is steps from Pongwe Beach, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Kiwengwa Beach and Uroa Beach. Marumbi Beach and Mapenzi Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Pongwe Beach Hotel Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 126 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 126 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 126 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 126 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 126 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely stay. Quiet relaxing great views.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Very private and beautiful beachfront, spacious villa walkable to the beach. Very friendly and welcoming staffs.
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing resort. Excellent staff. Beautiful hotel. Very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic beach experience. Special service by the staff. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent location, beautiful views, great customer service. Shower water pressure can be definitely improved but overall great experience!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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Best hotel I have ever stayed at in my life. This place deserves 10 stars.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Awesome weekend - staff were great and food was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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Gorgeous!!

Hotel was lovely! Customer service and food great. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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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.
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10/10 Excellent

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Wir haben ein Seaview Suite mit Pool gehabt, das Zimmer, Bad und der Pool waren sehr sauber, es lohnt sich der Aufpreis um einen eigenen Pool zu haben. Das Essen war sehr gut, der King Praws Salat hervorragend. Einziger negativ Punkt waren die Säfte, woanders war es viel besser. Der Mango Saft hat aus der Packung geschmeckt und nicht frisch gemacht. Der Strand hat extrem viele Algen, nicht angenehm, daher haben wir die Zeit in unserem eigenen Pool genutzt. Wir haben einen Ausflug mit dem Boat zum Pongwe Reef gemacht, sehr wenige Koralle und die meisten kaputt, man sieht ein paar rote Seestern. Im allgemeinen ein sehr gutes Hotel, mit guten Essen.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing Zanzibar retreat

Excellent quiet retreat. Amazing staff , good food and beach and pool beautiful. Staff could not do enough for you and Hati in the restaurant was great fun . Definitely recommend if a peaceful , restful holiday is your thing .
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect place to rest, read, enjoy life.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2022
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8/10 Good

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Amazing boutique hotel

Really amazing boutique hotel. Would highly recommend & certainly recommend staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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Lugn och mysigt

Jättebra hotell, bra bungalows, jättetrevlig och serviceinriktad personal, fantastiskt god mat, vi är jättenöjda.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice familiar feeling

lovely place with a terrific staff The beach was fantastick och the food excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel on a wonderful beach.

Great hotel on a wonderful beach where the low tide is less extreme than in other places. In many hotels in Zanzibar you can see the ambition they had when the hotel was built, but management hasn't been able to maintain it. This hotel is an exception, very well kept. Very professional staff. Only negative thing I can think of is that the food is a bit overpriced.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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Just the nicest staff and environment, perfect place
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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Toujours aussi magnifique !

Cet hôtel est toujours aussi agréable, avec sa localisation TOP ! La plage devant l'hôtel est magnifique, la piscine est avec une vue panoramique sur cette plage et est splendide, les couleurs changent selon l'exposition de la journée. La marée basse de la mer juste devant l'hôtel est agréable. On y passe de très agréable séjour, rien ne manque. Tout le personnel est cette fois agréable et serviable. Le petit-déjeuner est de qualité, ainsi que les repas qu'on avait pris. J'ai choisi de retourner dans cet hôtel pour sa localisation et sa qualité en général et je ne suis pas déçue, je reviendrai surement si j'en aurais l'occasion.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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Toller Sandstrand, der jeden Tag gereinigt wird. Keinesfalls überfüllt. Nettes Personal und persönliche Betreuung. Sehr gutes Essen.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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loved the pool, the beach, the staff, the food, the very comfy and unique robes in the rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019