Pongwe Bay Resort
-6.035749, 39.406672Overview
3-star beachfront resort on Pongwe Beach, Zanzibar
Unique Resort Philosophy & The Club
Pongwe Bay Resort operates a Bare-Footing Philosophy where guests walk barefoot along sandy paths and natural decor. The Club at Pongwe Bay Resort is an over-water venue at the end of a 300-meter pier above the Indian Ocean, offering a restaurant, cocktail bar, lounge areas, and a large sun deck with direct ocean access. This venue serves fresh seafood and provides panoramic views of the Indian Ocean and Zanzibar sunsets.
Accommodation & Room Features
The resort's soundproof rooms feature thatched roofs, Swahili elements of décor, and private entrances with patio views of the pool, garden, or sea. Room types include Beach Front Junior Suites, Bungalows, and Master Suites with sea views, each with air conditioning and mosquito nets draped over beds. All units offer private bathrooms, premium bedding, and daily cleaning with evening turn-down service.
Dining & Culinary Experiences
The Bahari lounge restaurant overlooks the beach and serves Swahili cuisine, fresh seafood, and Mediterranean flavours. The Club at the end of the pier provides a separate dining and cocktail venue with ocean views, specializing in fresh seafood and themed dinner nights such as Swahili night with live music and Masai dancing. Breakfast includes an omelette and pancake station, fresh fruits, pastries, and a hot food selection that changes daily.
Wellness & On-Site Activities
The resort's spa offers a selection of massages including couples massage, full body massage, and foot massage, as well as a sauna and solarium. Guests can participate in fitness classes, yoga sessions, and use the fitness centre, which includes a tropical beachside gym. Water sport facilities on site include snorkelling, canoeing, and kayaking, while cooking classes, walking tours, and bike rental are also available.
Family-Friendly Facilities & Location
Pongwe Bay Resort provides family-friendly accommodations with spacious suites, indoor play areas, kids' outdoor play equipment, and a kid-friendly buffet. The property is located on Pongwe Beach, one of Tanzania's most beautiful coastlines, and is within proximity to Stone Town (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), Spice Plantations, and Kendwa Beach. Airport shuttle services, car hire, and organized tours to Spice Plantations and Stone Town can be arranged through the hotel.
- Unique Concept: Bare-Footing Philosophy with sandy paths and natural decor
- Dining: The Club - over-water restaurant and bar on a 300-meter pier
- Rooms: Soundproof rooms with thatched roofs and Swahili décor
- Wellness: Spa with massages, sauna, solarium, and beachside gym
- Activities: Snorkelling, cooking classes, yoga, and bike rental
- Family: Indoor play area, kids' equipment, and family suites
- Location: Private beach on Pongwe Bay, near Stone Town and Spice Plantations
Rooms and availability
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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds
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Garden view
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Shower
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Air conditioning

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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds
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Sea view
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Shower
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Air conditioning

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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Garden view
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Shower
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Balcony
Facilities
Main facilities
Off-site car park
Luggage storage
Locker room
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Bar/ Lounge area
Outdoor dining area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Paid airport shuttle
Fitness centre
Outdoor swimming pool
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Billiard tables
- Yoga class
- Sports trainer
- Fishing
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor dining area
- Dinner
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Children's buffet
- Board games
- Children's play area
- Game room
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach access
- Sun loungers
- Live entertainment
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness centre
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Body scrub
- Back massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Pool with view
Room view
- Sea view
- Garden view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Essential information about Pongwe Bay Resort
| 💵 Lowest room price | 51 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 1.5 km |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 48.7 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Kisauni, ZNZ |
Location
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