Top Hotels in Pongwe
10 Top-Rated Hotels in Pongwe, Zanzibar Island, Zanzibar Archipelago
Discover the best hotels in Pongwe, Zanzibar Island, Zanzibar Archipelago including Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort, Pongwe Beach Hotel, White Paradise Zanzibar, Azao Resort & Spa, Pongwe Bay Resort, Seasons Lodge Zanzibar, Santa Maria Coral Park, Weavers Lodge, Malcom Residence, TOA Hotel & Spa.
Restaurants in Pongwe
1. Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort
Overall Ratings
5 based on 263 reviews
Tulia Zanzibar is established as the leader of the luxury travel segment on Zanzibar. Focused on couples, honeymooners, and people looking for quiet luxury. Located right on one of the most beautiful beaches on Zanzibar. Private beach with a low density of people and without any beach boys. We provide a holistic experience for holiday including complimentary private yoga sessions, week spa program, excellent fine dining gastronomy and individual tailor-made activity plan for each guest.
Best in Zanzibar
Reviewed By 256petrnThe best hotel in Zanzibar, I recommend to everyone. Great perfect service, smiling and nice staff, amazing gastronomy. The hotel is in a beautiful place, where is the beautiful beach also after outflow.
2. Pongwe Beach Hotel
Overall Ratings
5 based on 1295 reviews
Situated on what could perhaps be described as the best beach in Zanzibar, Pongwe Beach Hotel is a tranquil place where one can escape the hustle and bustle of modern day life. It is modestly sized, with 4 Sea View Suites, 13 traditional Beach Villas as well as 3 Garden Rooms and has an intimate, personal atmosphere. Set within a secluded bay on the east coast of Zanzibar, Pongwe Beach is a true paradise retreat.
Excellent experience
Reviewed By Guy DSuperb and beautiful place. With a very friendly staff. We have really enjoyed our stay, mainly around the amazing pool. So nice to appreciate the colours of the sea, depending of the moment and the tide.
3. White Paradise Zanzibar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 174 reviews
White Paradise Resort welcomes guests to a comfortable tropical sanctuary, where greetings of warm smiles and gentle sea breezes fill each day. Whether you are splashing with the family by the largest pool on the island or letting the warm sea pampaer you, our stylish, open-air cosy resort invites relaxation, romance and endless possibilities for adventure amid vibrant colours of Zanzibar.
Fantastic place to stay
Reviewed By Gert-Jan vBeing there in the rain season it was a quiet stay for us, family of four. The large and clean pool provided much entertainment for our children. The menu varies daily (impressive since only four rooms were occupied), and there is a separate kids-menu that includes decent meals. All rooms are separate buildings, so privacy is guaranteed. The place is run by European staff, and it shows. Rooms are big with enough space for a large bathroom, living area and sleeping area. The service goes so far that at dusk, someone offers you the service of spraying your room with anti-insect spray and closing your mosquito-nets (a service we declined by the way). At high tide the sea reaches (but not floods) the hotel grounds. The beach itself is not very usable for sunbathing or swimming. We liked wading through the sea at high tide between the several bushes and mangroves that grow there. Very lovely place to stay and we will certainly visit again in December this year. Luckily the staff (as well as most Tanzanians by the way) are very relaxed towards the (anti-scientific) covid-measures, so this felt as a very pleasant place to stay.
4. Azao Resort & Spa
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 116 reviews
All 49 rooms are equipped with double bed king size with mosquito net and a private bathroom. All rooms facing the sea with a private terrace decorated in local style with an ocean view or garden view. The rooms feature air conditioning, satellite TV, telephone, mini fridge, tea and coffee making facilities, fan, safe box and free wifi access.
Come for the experience
Reviewed By AliMahdi1Excellent Resort, Amazing staff, A very nice place to relax with top quality rooms and service, The food was great, I loved the variety. The location was nice with lot of trees, the beach was wonderful and fine sands .
5. Pongwe Bay Resort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 294 reviews
See why so many travelers make Pongwe Bay Resort their hotel of choice when visiting Pongwe. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers a romantic setting with an array of amenities designed for travelers like you. Pongwe Bay Resort is a romantic hotel offering air conditioning in the rooms. The hotel features room service. Plus, guests can enjoy a pool and a poolside bar, which have made this a popular choice among travelers visiting Pongwe. While in Pongwe be sure to experience nearby seafood restaurants such as The Island - Pongwe Lodge Restaurant or Pongwe Beach Hotel. We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay at Pongwe Bay Resort as you experience all of the things Pongwe has to offer.
The Best
Reviewed By EricN577First time to visit Zanzibar. I've always wanted to and glad that we finally did it. Boy, it's all the patient needed. Simply the best. It's worth all the cents. The cleanliness of the place, the professional staff, the rooms are simply amazing.
6. Seasons Lodge Zanzibar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 282 reviews
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Charming Lodge on the Sea
Reviewed By ajpearse12Well. Seasons Lodge is an absolutely charming little resort/lodge on the east coast of Zanzibar. It has a lush tropical look and a luxurious feel whilst still maintaining a modest vibe. It's a truly special place. The lodges each have a little private garden right over the beach/sea. All the outside areas are wonderfully planted and impeccably maintained by the groundskeepers. You see them out and about weeding or sweeping every day. Give them a big smile and a "Jambo Jambo" or "Mambo vipi"! They'll give you a massive smile in return. It's quite remote other than a few other local resorts that all have bars/restaurants you could walk to along the beach. For the main islands attractions (spice tours, stone town, Jozani forest etc) expect a drive of around an hour by taxi or hire car. It's such a nice place to spend time that it's a genuine dilemma whether to hang out there or go see the sights. We settled on a balance of the two but we were there for 14 days. If we were only staying 4-5 days or so we probably wouldn't have wanted to leave much. In hindsight we could have stayed somewhere less nice whilst we were seeing the rest of the island. The lodge is right on the beach and the beach is stunning. When the tides are big all the water disappears at low and you can walk out along the rock pools. The beach feels private but isn't so you will get the odd tout trying to sell you tours or souvenirs but they are all friendly and none too pushy. Wear water shoes if you're walking out as there are some spikey urchins around. Pack earplugs. If it's at all wavey at high tide the nice ocean sounds can be a touch loud so I needed plugs to sleep. The small pool is lovely and was never busy when we were there. The bar/restaurant area was a great place to hang out with a cold beer or a delicious cocktail whilst taking in the swaying palm trees. The rooms have a totally luxurious feel but aren't 5 star so dont expect perfection. We had a few minor maintenance issues but the staff are always quick to fix it (door handle fell off, flush broken etc) very minor things but don't expect western 5* type of standard because this is Zanzibar! Bear in mind the housekeepers come around twice a day (even if the sign says do not disturb). I assume they'd come back later if you asked but they're keen to sort the mosquito nets for you before dusk so we didn't mind this. Currently there is only one kayak available and if you take the bikes out be aware that they are "local" style and slightly ropey! I took one 14km round trip to the local village with an ATM and it did fine. The manager was away when we stayed so John took the reigns and did an incredible job taking care of us and made us feel like personal friends straight away. He handled anything that went wrong and arranged plenty of trips and taxis for us. Lovely guy and would make a great manager if he wanted one day. If you want an evening of incredible spoiling then book the private seafood feast and you won't regret it. Obsurd amount of incredible seafood and sides all privately served alongside sparkling white wine. All the staff are super friendly and get genuine enjoyment from helping you out. Very smiley. They love it if you try to talk to them in Swahili (or they found it amusing..) The food was all brilliant. The chef is a sweetheart. Chat to him and say how nice his food is if you get a chance. Some reviews sais the breakfasts weren't ideal but I loved them! Every day was a big buffet with a mix of continental and English. Always fresh fruit, juice, tea and coffee. Then spiced pancakes, eggs, sausages and usually other variety of sweet or savoury pastries. I loved it! The evening meals were always delicious and usually 4-5 different options which varied every night. I'd recommend the beef stir fry and any of the seafood meals particularly. Id advise taking plenty of cash if you're doing daytrips. There's a culture of tipping and not that many cash points lots of which charge you for withdrawals. Worth having mostly USD and then some TSH for tips/stalls. The staff can sort the trips and taxis for you. We did the main ones. Stone town tour, spice tour, prison island, Memba snorkeling, Jozani forest. All were well worth it. We used Hassan whenever we needed a taxi/ local guide to sort things for us. He used to work at Seasons Lodge and has fantastic English and is a great guy. He'll take good care you you. +255 777 505 052. The guide we used for Stone Town and Prison island was Munta. He's a lovely friendly young guy who also has impecible English and was very laid-back. Not at all pushy and genuinely lovely. ±255654331206. We hired a car for a couple of days to see some of the beaches to the south of the island. We went with Kibabu cars on recommendation and they were fantastic. Great communication on whatsapp and very punctual. (Important as we were returning the car to the airport so didn't want them to be late) I think a lot of hire companies are concerning relaxed with times. Kibabu were also very reasonable. Around 30usd per day for a rav4 the 15 to deliver car and 10 for a permit. If you hire a car expect to be stopped at the police checkpoints but just show your local permit and normal driving licence and they are friendly. Wholeheartedly recommend Seasons Lodge to anyone but would have had an even better time if I had known a few of the above tips.
7. Santa Maria Coral Park
Overall Ratings
4 based on 49 reviews
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. Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout. Each room has a private balcony, and mosquito nets over the beds. There is an outdoor seating area and a private entrance for each unit. The private bathroom is fitted, and some rooms offers sea views from the balcony. Santa Maria Coral Park has a beautiful tropical garden. Services include a tour desk and free parking. Zanzibar International Airport is 45 km away and Jozani Chwaka National Park is a 30-minute drive from the property.
Djungle at the ocean
Reviewed By MichaelGFrankfurtLocation: direct at the ocean, at the south end of Pongwe Rooms: there are several Bungalows (2 Levels) intégrâted into nature (mainly coconut trèes); traditional style, Lots of wood, big bathroom; double and 3–bed rooms Unit: central building, restaurant, bar, réception, Swimmingpool; all build on sand; Lots of relaxing areas Restaurant: location near the beach; dinner menue changes each day; we had a tajine, curry and prawns - all fresh and tasty; breakfast with different eggs, fresh coffee, fresh fruits; I never saw such a clean kitchen!! Bar: fresh juice, beer , drinks Summary: very, very good Value for your money, german/sansibar Manager runs the Unit very well; very well located; I highly recommend
8. Weavers Lodge
Overall Ratings
5 based on 7 reviews
Small, cozy, 7 rooms hotel with a restaurant and pool on the Central- East coast of Zanzibar
Perfect place.
Reviewed By Stay817716Absolutely amazing experience, we were looked after so well by a talented and fantastic team. The room was comfortable with hot water and air-conditioning. They organised transport for us from the airport. The food is amazing and the chef is very accommodating. Would definitely go back. The location is fantastic for excursions and the beach is quiet making it feel very personal.
9. Malcom Residence
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
Good place for vacation
Reviewed By Cocona_31About 4.5 Excellent 9 reviews #15 of 63 Specialty lodging in Zanzibar Island Location Cleanliness Service Facing the beachfront in Pongwe, Malcom Residence features a year-round outdoor pool and a garden. Among the various facilities are a private beach area, barbecue facilities, as well as a terrace. Read more on Booking.com Property amenities Free parking Airport transportation Paid Wifi Shuttle Bus Service Room features Air conditioning Microwave Refrigerator in room Kitchenette Good to know HOTEL CLASS You may also like You may also like Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort 275 reviews 0.5 mi TZS 509,402 The Residence Zanzibar 1,676 reviews 0.4 mi TZS 1,471,080 Aya Beach Bungalows 52 reviews 3.9 mi TZS 140,276 Relax House Homestay 1 review 2.4 mi TZS 107,149 You may also like Tembo House Hotel & Apartments 1,329 reviews 24.7 mi TZS 394,690 Zanzibar Palace Hotel 625 reviews 24.6 mi TZS 427,793 Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort 1,745 reviews 47.5 mi TZS 850,230 Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa 1,025 reviews 33 mi TZS 519,149 Show Less Location Full view 3Restaurantswithin 5 miles Contact Pongwe, Zanzibar City Tanzania Getting there Kisauni Airport20 mi Dar Es Salaam Intl Airport37 mi You may also like Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar 1,974 reviews #2 of 26 hotels in Nungwi 46.8 mi from TZS 612,552 View Hotel Tembo House Hotel & Apartments 1,329 reviews #12 of 33 hotels in Stone Town 24.7 mi from TZS 394,690 View Hotel Waikiki Zanzibar Resort 596 reviews #2 of 7 hotels in Pwani Mchangani 33.3 mi from TZS 104,437 View Hotel The Residence Zanzibar 1,676 reviews #1 of 5 hotels in Kizimkazi 0.4 mi from TZS 1,471,080 View Hotel Reviews Write a review Traveler rating Excellent 8 Good 0 Average 0 Poor 0 Terrible 1 Selected filters Filter English Search reviews Aman wrote a review Yesterday 1 contribution Malcom Residence is a very unique place I came there with my family and I really enjoy the place it has a very fantastic space where the whole family fitted in very comfortably each room where clean are quite place the neighbours where friendly and beach is so nice to swim the wave men it was increadible the bathroom… Read more Date of stay: July 2019 Helpful kkocadag wrote a review Jun 2019 Amsterdam, The Netherlands 1 contribution1 helpful vote Excellent stay for a family day! We went to the Residence with a group of 7 adults and a bunch of children to have a nice weekend. The place surprised us, being so neat and cosy and also very clean. First and foremost, the view you are getting is definitely one of the most amazing views on the island. There is a beautiful beach with no beach boys or unwanted guests. The terrace is spacious, with a nice clean swimming pool/jacuzzi built in. The decorations, lightening in the evening time, interior design, it was all so nice! The kitchen and the bathroom were also clean, which is a huge asset. All in all, we had a great experience staying in this nice villa and we would definitely go back to spend more time.
10. TOA Hotel & Spa
