Pongwe Beach Hotel
Who stays here?
It is the ideal retreat for those looking for that extra special honeymoon, or a family holiday with an air of exclusivity.
What to do here?
You can do Snorkeling and hand line fishing trips can be arranged at Pongwe’s reception, with snorkeling equipment provided .Kayaks, paddleboards, and mountain bikes can be hired for free. We are happy to organize all sorts of tours and trips around the island. You could head to Zanzibar’s capital Stone Town, to take a look at some of its fascinating attractions – the Sultan’s Palace Museum, the House of Wonders, the old Anglican Church of Christ, and the Old Fort. Sunset dhow cruises from Stone Town are a lovely way to spend an evening, with drinks and snacks included. Spice tours are also highly recommended, as is an excursion to Prison Island. Wildlife fans can enjoy forays into Jozani Forest, to look out for a variety of species including the vibrant red colobus monkey! Dolphin spotting is possible too, and you can take terrific trips to the turtle sanctuary at Nungwi.
Top 3 reasons to visit
- Snorkeling with Safari Blue or One Ocean
- Spice Tour following Stone Tour with a Guide
- Prison Island-real experience is the colony of Aldabra giant tortoises
Our Story
Pongwe Beach Hotel
Pongwe beach has three garden view rooms, thirteen beachfront rooms, and four seaview suites. All rooms are found within white-washed thatch-roofed cottages with mosaic floors and a Zanzibari style decoration. Pongwe’s lounge, restaurant, and bar are all housed in a large timber-and-thatch structure nestling amidst palm trees close to the beach. In the lounge, plenty of comfortable sofas and armchairs surround coffee tables, while the restaurant features chic individual tables and upright chairs. Breakfast lunch and dinner is served featuring a Catch of the Day or tasty grilled meat. Drinks are purchased from the well-stocked bar, which is a great spot for socializing with your fellow travelers! We offer the perfect paradise island experience. So, if the midday sun gets too severe, the welcoming shade of the palm trees along with a sip of a freshly fallen coconut will cool you right down, in what is arguably the best place to park yourself on the best white sandy beach.
Our Rooms
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