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Pongwe Bay Resort

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Beach/ocean view
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2 bars/lounges, poolside bar
Exterior
Junior Suite | Terrace/patio
The turquoise waters of Pongwe Bay Resort frame a private beach with a poolside bar. Two on-site restaurants serve local cuisine all day. The spa offers detox wraps and sports massages, and water enthusiasts can rent kayaking equipment.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Spa
The current price is AU$272
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct

Room options

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Sept 29 - Sept 30
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Tomorrow

Sept 30 - Oct 1
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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Sofa bed - twin
Hairdryer
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin 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)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 92 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Family Suite, Beachfront

Family Suite, Beachfront

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Bungalow

Bungalow

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Sofa bed - twin
Hairdryer
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Junior Room, Sea Facing

Junior Room, Sea Facing

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
  • 40 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double 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)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 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)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Bidet
  • 60 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
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About the area

Located in Pongwe, Pongwe Bay Resort is on a private beach. Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum) and House of Wonders are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Mtoni Palace Ruins and Livingstone's House. Travelling with kids? Consider Kidichi Spice Farm and Siso Spice Farm. Scuba diving, boat tours and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
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Map
10 Pongwe Road, Pongwe, Unguja North Region, 0581

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 (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪z-lodge zanzibar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Balungi Zanzibar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Gabi Beach - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Sea Bar @ Uroa Bay Beach Resort - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Breakfast @ Uroa Bay Beach Resort - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Pongwe Bay Resort

Luxury family-friendly hotel near Kiwengwa Beach
Consider a stay at Pongwe Bay Resort and take advantage of a poolside bar, a free daily manager's reception and a terrace. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, beachfront dining and beach massages. Indulge in a body treatment, a Swedish massage and aromatherapy at the on-site spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, children's meals and local and international cuisine. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities, such as kayaking, snorkelling and beach volleyball. In addition to 2 coffee shops/cafes and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), a free beach club on-site and a billiards/pool table
  • Concierge services, games and water sports equipment
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Pongwe Bay Resort offer thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and air conditioning.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs and free infant beds
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Balconies or patios, LED light bulbs and electric kettles

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Exterior

White Paradise Zanzibar

  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • All-inclusive
  • Spa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 39 reviews
The price is AU$171
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
White Paradise Zanzibar

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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 5 per cent 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 cots 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 (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 80
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 40 (from 6 to 10 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 100
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) 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 per cent

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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

Frequently asked questions

Does Pongwe Bay Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Pongwe Bay Resort?

As of 29 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pongwe Bay Resort on 12 Oct 2025 start from AU$257.17, including 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 Bay Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Pongwe Bay Resort?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Pongwe Bay Resort?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Pongwe Bay Resort?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Pongwe Bay Resort provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Pongwe Bay Resort located?

This Pongwe hotel is on the beach, 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Pongwe Beach, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Kiwengwa Beach and Uroa Beach. Marumbi Beach and Mapenzi Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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