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About this property

Pongwe Bay Resort is located 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 consisting of of Swahili cuisine, fresh seafood and Mediterranean flavors. 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 22 mi away while

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

    • Breakfast Info

    • Continental, Italian, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-free, American, Buffet, Breakfast to go

    • Free private parking available at the hotel


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
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1 queen bed
1 twin bed
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1 king bed
1 twin bed
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1 king bed
Bedroom 1
2 twin beds
Bedroom 2
1 twin bed
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1 king bed
1 twin bed
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Olga
    United States United States
    Beautiful garden, excellent staff, nice ocean breeze, unique place with 1.5 km low tide.
  • Samantha
    Romania Romania
    Good Breakfast Great staff The seawater is up and down for the natural tide but it is amusing to see because is so fast, this does not bother us we enjoy the swimming pool
  • Giorgio
    Tanzania Tanzania
    Everything, the entrainment, the wine, the calm relaxation. Friendly staff & Management
  • Mithun
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    Away from the city with ocean view. The staff was very friendly and ready to help at any given time. The best part is there is no TV and phone in room which gives you more time for outdoor activities.
  • Jayne
    United States United States
    For solitude it is great. The spa is wonderful but for activities, there's absolutely nothing to do. It's an hour drive to everything. The property always provided transportation when requested. The tour operator on site will customize anything...
  • David
    Hungary Hungary
    Don't hesitate to book this hotel wether you are a couple or travelling with children... If you like to be somewhere: that is more authentic than fancy, where you can walk and be barefoot on the whole property, where you are surrounded by a team...
  • Kharen
    Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia
    I love the staff!!! I had so much fun during my stay! I traveled solo and it was such an amazing experience staying at Pongwe Bay! 🙏🏼😍
  • Amy
    Spain Spain
    The beach was lovely and peaceful. There were plenty of deckchairs and hammocks. The whole beach close to the hotel was kept very clean and was very picturesque. The hotel room was spacious and kept clean. It was decorated very nicely. We...
  • Ioana
    Romania Romania
    The staff is very nice. There is a nice restaurant built further from the shore, with a nice deck, which makes it possible to go in the water at high tide (the beach shore is not good for swimming). They even provide reef shoes.
  • Linda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It exceeded our expectations in every way. Spacious well appointed clean room set in beautiful garden . The large lounge and dining room were perfect for relaxed evenings and the staff were very friendly and helpful

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Bahari Lounge
    • Cuisine
      Local • International
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian

Amenities of Pongwe Bay Resort
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Beachfront
  • Airport shuttle
  • Spa
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • Inner courtyard view
  • Landmark view
  • Garden view

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Private beach area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Live music/Performance
  • Cooking class
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Beach
  • Evening entertainment
  • Water sports facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Snorkeling
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Pool table
  • Game room
  • Fishing
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
  • Desk

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Street parking

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/Puzzles

Cleaning Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business Facilities

  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

General

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Mosquito net
  • Soundproof
  • Private entrance
  • Car rental
  • Packed lunches
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Outdoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Open all year
  • Pool with view
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers

Spa

  • Personal trainer
  • Fitness classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Fitness
  • Massage chair
  • Full-body massage
  • Couples' massage
  • Foot massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Spa facilities
  • Body scrub
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Beauty services
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa
    Additional charge
  • Fitness center

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Hindi
  • Italian
  • Swahili

House rules
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Check-in
From 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print
Must-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 ID 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 of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

FAQs about Pongwe Bay Resort