Pongwe Beach Hotel is an established beach lodge overlooking a gorgeous beach on the east coast of Zanzibar.
Pongwe Beach Hotel is a very good option if you are looking for a relaxed, down to earth beach lodge with a lovely natural beach setting, at good value for money prices. Rooms are simple but comfortable and the lodge has a cosy, intimate feel. For anyone looking for larger, more impressive rooms then the sea-view suites would be suitable. The ambience of the property is relaxed, with friendly service and good food. We would not suggest Pongwe Beach is a sophisticated beach option, but it is very popular, often fully booked a long time in advance and guests always enjoy their stay. The beach is gorgeous, one of the best on Zanzibar, making the place feel like a little slice of paradise.
ACCOMMODATION
Pongwe offers accommodation for up to 40 guests in 20 simply decorated, whitewashed rooms, gathered together in blocks of two or three. 13 of the rooms are classified as ‘beachfront’ and have sea views, three slightly cheaper rooms…
AREA & ACTIVITIES
Zanzibar’s, or more correctly Unguja’s (Zanzibar is the name of the archipelago which includes both Pemba and Unguja islands), history dates back more than 2000 years when the islands traded with ships from Persia, Arabia…
Families
There is no age restriction. The family room is an ideal choice for families wanting to be together with a double bedroom, adjoining twin bedroom and a shared bathroom. Triple and quad rooms are also possible. Pongwe is fine…
Conservation & community
Pongwe supports their local community through various means. They built a fresh water supply in the village which is sufficient for the entire community and assist the village development through cash funds. Support is also…
Location | Zanzibar East Coast |
Access | One hour drive from Zanzibar Airport / Stone Town |
Open | June to mid-April |
Pricing | £££££ |
Camp Style | Beach hotel |
Focus | Beach relaxation |
Children | No age restriction |
Activities | Kayaks / Paddle boards/ Bicycles / Snorkelling |
Number of Rooms | 20 rooms and suites (including 1 family room) |
Family Accommodation | Two bedroomed family room / Triples and quadruples possible |
Bathroom | Flush toilet / Plumbed basin / Plumbed shower |
Power for charging | In room |
Lighting | Electric |
Hairdryer | On request |
Heating/Cooling | Standing fans / Ceiling fans / Evening Breeze in several beachfront rooms |
Room Safe | No |
Laundry Service | Additional cost |
Communication in room | No |
Wi-Fi | Throughout |
Mobile Reception | Yes |
Swimming | Communal |
Wellness | Massages |
Dining Style | Private |
Drinks Included | No |
Credit Cards | Visa, Mastercard and AMEX |