Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Pongwe Bay Resort
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 Bahari lounge restaurant overlooks the beach and serves dishes comprising of Swahili cuisine, fresh seafood and Mediterranean flavours. The bar offers a range of wines and mouth-watering cocktails.
Other facilities include a pool, and a range of water sport activities. Guests can unwind in spa which has a selection of massages, as well as a sauna and solarium.
The Zanzibar International Airport is 36 km away while
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.
“The location was fabulous, right on the beach with a spectacular view. The central dinning, lounge, bar area was an incredible architectural design, spacious and so tastefully done capturing the local context and culture. We had a bungalow on the...”
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Matthew
United Arab Emirates
“A really peaceful place to spend 5 days with the family. Nice staff, not crowded, and lovely location on a white sand beach. Shout out to Shabaan at reception who was so helpful and kind.”
Andrew
Switzerland
“Great location on Pongwe beach and very good food. Nice rooms and great restaurant location out on a wooden walkway in the bay. Also liked the free use of canoes/SUPs.”
Lena
Germany
“The beach was very clean and nice. The location is very calm and relaxing. All the staff was extremely friendly, especially to my daughter.”
Elizabeth
United Kingdom
“The staff at the hotel really made the trip. They were welcoming, friendly and supportive in attempts to speak Swahili !”
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Rachel
Kenya
“Everyone was friendly and always ready to help.
The place was very clean and beautiful.
We booked for 2 days but ended out extending 2 more days”
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Sumit
United Kingdom
“Cleanliness of the property, decoration , simplicity”
Linda
United Kingdom
“The restaurant on the lake was great. The food was excellent. The view was breathtaking.”
Adamczyk
Poland
“We planned to stay only one night, but we liked the hotel so much that we stayed here for our entire stay in Zanzibar”
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Timm
Switzerland
“Nice place, had better stays in three star hotels on the island, but it was absolutely ok. The prices for food and drinks at the pool are way too high, so support the local people for drinks around.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
1 restaurant on site
Bahari Lounge
Cuisine
Local • International
Ambiance
Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
Dietary options
Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian
Facilities of Pongwe Bay Resort
Great facilities! Review score, 9
Most popular facilities
Outdoor swimming pool
Free WiFi
Beachfront
Airport shuttle
Spa and wellness centre
Family rooms
Restaurant
Bar
Private beach area
House rules
Pongwe Bay Resort takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 13:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children older than 6 years are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
Cash
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Please note the resort offers free wireless internet in the restaurant bar, lounge area and swimming pool.
The All Inclusive rate does not include alcoholic beverages.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Pongwe Bay Resort in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
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