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Pongwe Bay Resort

4.5 star property

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Beach/ocean view
Creator video
2 bars/lounges, poolside bar
Exterior
Junior Suite, Garden View, Courtyard Area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Spa

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10 Pongwe Road, Pongwe, Unguja North Region, 0581
  • Place, Pongwe Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Kiwengwa Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Uroa Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

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Bungalow

Bungalow

  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Junior Suite, Garden View, Courtyard Area

Junior Suite, Garden View, Courtyard Area

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 85 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Suite, Sea View (Master)

Suite, Sea View (Master)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 60 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Family Room, Garden View, Courtyard Area

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 92 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Junior Room, Sea Facing

Junior Room, Sea Facing

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Suite, Beachfront

Family Suite, Beachfront

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Exterior
White Paradise Zanzibar
  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • All-inclusive
  • Spa
4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, 40 reviews
The price is NZ$139
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
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About the area

Pongwe

With a stay at Pongwe Bay Resort in Pongwe, you'll be by the sea, within a 10-minute drive of Kiwengwa Beach and Pongwe Beach. .This beach hotel is 28.2 mi (45.3 km) from Nungwi Beach and 27.8 mi (44.7 km) from Kendwa Beach.

What's nearby

  • Pongwe Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kiwengwa Beach - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Uroa Beach - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Marumbi Beach - 14 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Mapenzi Beach - 21 min drive - 17.5 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wok - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Gabi Beach - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪z-lodge zanzibar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Balungi Zanzibar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Yoga Bar Zanzibar - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Pongwe Bay Resort

Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa
Pongwe Bay Resort offers 26 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a private beach, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and sports massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and reflexology.

The spa is open select days. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Make yourself at home in one of the 26 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You can soak up the sun at the private beach or enjoy other recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room.
Enjoy local and international cuisine at Pongwe Bay Resort, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Snacks are also available at the 2 coffee shops/cafes. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary manager's reception is offered each day.
Pongwe Bay Resort - This beachfront fine-dining restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Reservations are required.
The Club - This beachfront fine-dining restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
The Club - This bar is located on the beach. Open daily.
Pongwe Bay Resort - This bar is located on the beach. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 2 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Pongwe Bay Resort
  • Pongwe Bay Resort
  • The Club
  • The Club

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Canoeing
  • Free beach club
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snorkelling
  • TV in common areas
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Baby toys
  • Children's games
  • High chair
  • In-room cot
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open select days
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways (100 centimetre high)
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 80
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: USD 40 (from 6 to 10 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 100
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: USD 50 (from 6 to 10 years old)
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa

Property is also known as

Pongwe Bay Resort
Pongwe Bay Resort Zanzibar Island
Pongwe Bay Resort Hotel
Pongwe Bay Resort Pongwe
Pongwe Bay Resort Hotel Pongwe