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Pongwe Beach Hotel
Pongwe Beach Hotel
Pongwe Beach Hotel
Pongwe Beach Hotel
Pongwe Beach Hotel
Pongwe Beach Hotel
Pongwe Beach Hotel
Pongwe Beach Hotel
Pongwe Beach Hotel
Pongwe Beach Hotel
Pongwe Beach Hotel

Reviews of Pongwe Beach Hotel

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95 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Pongwe Beach Hotel and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa

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Mr & Mrs B.
USA

"Pongwe Beach Hotel review"

3 nights Arrived 5 Sep 2024
"We had a very relaxing stay at Pongwe Beach Hotel, especially after our exciting safari. We had every intention to take a snorkeling excursion while in Zanzibar, but we were extremely content in enjoying our time by the pool and beach. The hotel grounds are beautiful - it's a very quiet and peaceful area. We also loved how small and intimate it was. There are plenty of beach chairs and hammocks along the water.

When the tide recedes, you can walk the shoreline for what seems like forever. It is really an incredible experience. The one thing that we did not like was that the 'beach boys' wait around like vultures to chase anyone who ventures out to the water to attempt to sell you trinkets or excursions. It made us think twice before we walked around, which kind of put a damper on the whole experience.

The food and drinks were very good. The staff provides a wonderful level of service and everyone is friendly. The manager even surprised us with a custom cake presented with dancing and song at dinner to celebrate our anniversary.

The rooms were spacious and there was a lovely covered porch area with a daybed that we lounged around in and took in the views of the water. The bathrooms could have used a little updating, but everything functioned fine.

Overall, we really enjoyed our stay in Pongwe!" See all these reviews: 5n in Tanzania; 3n in Zanzibar
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good

Location:
Excellent
Service:
Excellent
Facilities:
Excellent
Rooms:
Good
Food:
Excellent
RJK
Michigan

"Pongwe Beach Hotel review"

2 nights Arrived 8 Jul 2024
"The setting is absolutely gorgeous and we enjoyed our day+ of "R&R" here.

While the Hotel is much more 'touristy' than we would normally opt for, it was a good complement to the other places we stayed, and it was nice to be pampered for a day at the end of the trip." See all these reviews: 14n in Tanzania; 4n in Zanzibar
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good

Location:
Excellent
Service:
Good
Facilities:
Excellent
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Excellent
Mr N
Horsmonden

"Pongwe Beach Hotel - November 2023"

3 nights Arrived 20 Nov 2023
"I enjoyed my stay at the the Pongwe Beach Hotel.

It was fairly warm and humid in November so I didn't do very much apart from read, swim in the sea, rest and eat.

But a nice, fairly simple place to stay." See all these reviews: 9n in Tanzania; 3n in Zanzibar
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good

Location:
Good
Service:
Good
Activities:
Average
Rooms:
Average
Food:
Good
Facilities:
Average
GERRY COPSEY
Frome

"beautifully peaceful and stunning location"

2 nights Arrived 13 Sep 2023
"The most delightful place to spend a couple of days at the end of a trip.

The location and setting were sublime - the service was impeccable and the food was really good.

First-class in every way" See all these reviews: 6n in Kenya; 4n in Zanzibar
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent

Location:
Excellent
Service:
Good
Facilities:
Good
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Excellent
Mr & Mrs ST
Cambridge

"Pongwe Beach Hotel review"

4 nights Arrived 16 Jan 2023
"A really magical white sand beach with beautiful palms and high quality beech front rooms.

Above average food, the fantastic infinity pool and really friendly staff made this visit very memorable.

Maybe a place for a good relax rather than full activity such as snorkelling/scuba/sailing." See all these reviews: 6n in Zanzibar; 4n in Tanzania
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent

Location:
Excellent
Service:
Excellent
Activities:
Good
Rooms:
Good
Food:
Excellent
Facilities:
Excellent
Ms E.
London

"Pongwe Beach Hotel review"

4 nights Arrived 7 Sep 2022
"Lovely location.

Nice rooms.

Super staff." See all these reviews: 11n in Tanzania; 6n in Zanzibar; 1n in Kenya
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good

Rooms:
Good
Food:
Good
Facilities:
Good
Service:
Excellent
Activities:
Average
Mr & Mrs J
Leeds

"Pongwe Beach Hotel review"

4 nights Arrived 1 Jul 2022
"Stayed at Pongwe Beach to chill out after 8 days safari. Very comfy room and loved the plunge pool in our garden area... Pool area was very quiet and relaxing ...loved the canoes and we were able to explore a bit further down the coastline.

Staff always friendly and helpful - food was of a very good standard." See all these reviews: 9n in Tanzania; 4n in Zanzibar
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent

Location:
Excellent
Service:
Excellent
Activities:
Good
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Excellent
Facilities:
Good
B & C
London

"The food was excellent and the staff was lovely!"

5 nights Arrived 30 Jun 2022
"This was our final stop after 10 days of safaris. It was a great place to relax.

It has a beautiful private beach (and you can use their kayaks and paddle boards for free). It was also a perfect base for excursions such as snorkelling and the spice tour.

The food was excellent and the staff was lovely!" See all these reviews: 9n in Tanzania; 5n in Zanzibar
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good

Location:
Excellent
Service:
Excellent
Activities:
Good
Rooms:
Good
Food:
Excellent
Facilities:
Excellent
Mr & MrsF
Northampton

"Pongwe Beach Hotel review"

5 nights Arrived 24 Jun 2022
"Pongwe beach hotel was perfectly positioned within a small cove on a white sandy beach kissed by the Indian ocean.

The room was immaculate and the staff led by Wilson were attentive and very friendly. allowing us to relax and enjoy our trip. The facilities were above our expectations allowing us to enjoy the luxory on offer.

The food was to a very high standard with fresh produce and locally caught fish." See all these reviews: 6n in Tanzania; 5n in Zanzibar
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent

Location:
Excellent
Service:
Excellent
Activities:
Excellent
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Excellent
Facilities:
Excellent
Mr &Mrs W
Bamford

"Pongwe Beach Hotel review"

4 nights Arrived 28 Dec 2019
"Bliss!
Brilliant Wi-Fi connection even on beach!
New-over bed air-con
We felt very lucky to have been introduced to such an authentic characterful gem - private beach with no beach boys hassling. Plenty of space, spot-on service." See all these reviews: 8n in Kenya; 6n in Zanzibar
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent

Location:
Excellent
Service:
Excellent
Activities:
Good
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Excellent
Facilities:
Good
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