Pongwe Bay Resort
-6.035749, 39.406672Overview
Featuring views of the sea, Pongwe Bay Resort lies in a beach area, a 10-minute ride from Kiwengwa-Pongwe Forest Reserve. There is free private parking on site and Wi-Fi throughout the property.
Location
Surrounded by a tropical garden, this resort is about 5 minutes' drive from a tropical beach. Also, the 4-star hotel is within a 15-minute drive of Michamvi Kae.
For those travelling from afar, Kisauni airport is 47 minutes' drive away.
Rooms
Pongwe Bay Resort provides guests with 19 rooms appointed with sound-proofed windows along with tea/coffee making equipment. They are furnished with handmade furniture featuring a work desk. Bathrooms include a separate toilet and a shower, along with comforts such as a hair dryer and bath sheets.
Eat & Drink
Breakfast is served in the restaurant each morning. There is a lounge bar with a billiards table, complimentary wireless internet, and a TV. It also looks onto the beach.
Leisure & Business
An outdoor swimming pool and a shared lounge are provided at a charge. The Bay Resort offers access to a beautiful beach with loungers, umbrellas, and water sports facilities. Car hire are available at this accommodation and the area is popular for water sports activities, snorkelling, and diving. You can also relax with beauty treatments, reflexology, and body scrub, and visit a wellness centre on site.
Rooms and availability
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Room size:
45 m²
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Shower
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Balcony
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Room size:
45 m²
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Shower
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Balcony
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Room size:
45 m²
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Shower
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Balcony
Essential information about Pongwe Bay Resort
| 💵 Lowest room price | 6544 INR |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 1.5 km |
| 🗺️ Location rating | 7.4 |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 48.7 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Kisauni, ZNZ |
Location
- City landmarks
- Restaurants
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Reviews of Pongwe Bay Resort
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missingWrote a review on 08 Marbeautiful gardensfriendly stafflimited activitiesremote location
A Hidden Gem for Relaxation
The architecture was fine, and the well-maintained gardens made for a perfect backdrop while enjoying the beautiful swimming pool. The staff were pretty good too ensure we felt welcome. They even assisted with transportation whenever we needed. Although I wished there were more activities available on-site since everything is quite remote, the overall tranquility made it a great escape from the hustle and bustle.
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missingWrote a review on 07 Mar
the breakfasts for the other meals. beautiful setting in the safe area, close to zanzibar in africa and all the zanzibar east coast attractions: an excellent kitchen, cross-over of italian and zanzibar cuisine, phantastic seafood.
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missingWrote a review on 05 Mar
We had a very nice stay with outstanding customer service.
We greatly enjoyed this boutique hotel, no complains at all. The restaurant here was pretty good for dinner, we both ordered excellent dishes. And it had a magnificent view of the garden and swimming pool...
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missingWrote a review on 04 Decserene atmospherehelpful servicegreat foodtide restrictionshigh prices
A. Quiet, relaxing place, super-friendly staff, ideal for recharging
A. Low tide challenges, expensive water, limited activities
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missingWrote a review on 03 Dec
The hotel was clean with stunning and good location directly on the sea and air-conditioned rooms. Location next to a sandy beach, the ocean, and zanzibar in pongwe bay resort. Very very good breakfast for the other meals, soft drinks.
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missingWrote a review on 03 Dec
High-class and air-conditioned room equipped with essentials you need for a couple of nights...
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missingWrote a review on 24 Novstunning villaclear poollimited activitiesexpensive dining
The stunning villa provided direct access to the beach, creating nice mornings with nice sunrises. The well-maintained facilities, including a beautifully clear pool, made lounging a delight during our tranquil stay.
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missingWrote a review on 31 Octcute staffweak cocktails
The staff's cute attitude made us feel at home from the moment we arrived, exemplified by the offer of breakfast before our official check-in time.
The cocktail menu could use some improvement, as the drinks felt more like mocktails due to the low alcohol content.
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missingWrote a review on 29 Septtraditional stylesnorkeling excursion
I adored the traditional style of the resort, the beautiful beach, and the warm staff that added a personal touch to our stay. The snorkeling excursion was a true highlight!
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missingWrote a review on 17 Julmarvellous cocktailscomfortable roomsseaweed beach
the cocktails were marvellous, especially made by Vicky. the beach has some seaweed.
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missingWrote a review on 25 Junfine villareally good staffexcellent breakfast
The villa was fine right on the beach in the most idyllic spot. The staff were amazing and kept the place super clean. Breakfast was excellent with fresh fruit. Can't wait to go back.
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missingWrote a review on 22 Maramazing viewsfriendly stafflimited amenitiespoor spa experiencetide-related access
The beachfront location offered fine sunrises and a peaceful atmosphere, ideal for relaxation. The food quality was consistently excellent, showcasing fresh local ingredients, particularly during barbecue nights. The jetty access was occasionally limited due to tide conditions, and the amenities around the hotel felt somewhat sparse. The spa experience was subpar due to poor product quality, which detracted from the overall enjoyment of our stay.
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missingWrote a review on 12 Marfriendly staff
It was just a suitable option for a city break in Pongwe with good price-value balance. The staff were very friendly and even taught us some Swahili . Look for local transportation options along the beach to save money.
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missingWrote a review on 04 Margroundsspacious roomsdelicious breakfast
do recommend for a two-day stay
Beautiful grounds, spacious rooms, the delicious breakfast made our mornings feel special with fine views of the ocean.
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missingWrote a review on 10 Dec
This venue is located in a secluded spot near the sea, with another beach just 1.2km away, and close to popular areas like Paje, Jambiani, and Nungwi.
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