Pongwe Bay Resort
-6.035749, 39.406672Overview
Situated 10 minutes by car from Kiwengwa-Pongwe Forest Reserve, the 4-star Pongwe Bay Resort features cars for rent. Guests can take advantage of an outdoor pool as well as a patio and a garden while staying in this Pongwe resort, nestled in a beach area.
Location
The beachfront property has beachfront location and is surrounded by a tropical garden. A tropical beach of Pongwe is about 10 minutes' walk away.
For those travelling from afar, Kisauni airport is 47 minutes' drive away.
Rooms
Pongwe Bay Resort has 19 rooms, some of them comprise a patio and a balcony, and have self-catering options such as an electric kettle. They have soundproof windows, along with handmade furniture including a work desk. Featuring comforts such as hairdryers and bath sheets, the private bathrooms are fitted with a separate toilet and a shower. Guests can also enjoy sea views.
Eat & Drink
The Bay Resort Pongwe offers on-site breakfast in the restaurant. The lounge bar is complemented by a billiards table, free Wi-Fi connection, and a TV. It overlooks the beach.
Leisure & Business
Guests also have access to an outdoor pool and a shared lounge provided at an additional cost. The property's beauty therapy, reflexology, and body scrub will ensure a nice stay. The Bay Resort features a variety of activities such as water sports activities, snorkelling, and diving. The onsite wellness facilities include a wellness area.
Rooms and availability

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Max:5 persons
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Bed options:3 Single beds
Essential information about Pongwe Bay Resort
| 💵 Lowest room price | 115 NZ$ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 1.5 km |
| 🗺️ Location rating | 7.4 |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 48.7 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, ZNZ |
Location
- City landmarks
- Restaurants
- Hotels nearby
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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