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Location & Nearby Places

26.5 Km from city center

Street Pongwe

15 Nearby Attractions

Pongwe Beach

0.6 km

Sunset Dhow Cruise in Zanzibar

6.7 km

Deep-Sea Fishing in Zanzibar

6.7 km

Kitesurfing in Zanzibar

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Kiwengwa Beach

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Category	Facilities
Activities	Themed dinner nights, Beach, Live music/performance, Snorkelling, Canoeing, Walking tours, Fishing, Horse riding, Diving, Cycling, Temporary art galleries, Tour or class about local culture.
Business facilities	Meeting/banquet facilities.
Miscellaneous	Non-smoking rooms, Adult only.
Safety features	Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Face masks for guests available, First aid kit available.
Room Amenities	Safety deposit box.
Food & Drink	Fruits, Wine/champagne, Breakfast in the room, Special diet menus (on request), Outdoor furniture, Packed lunches, Room service, Restaurant, Bar.
Safety & security	24-hour security, Fire extinguishers, CCTV in common areas.
Services	Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi.
Cleaning services	Daily housekeeping, Laundry.
Common areas	Picnic area, Sun terrace, Garden.
Reception services	Tour desk, Private check-in/check-out, Luggage storage, Concierge service, Invoice provided.
General	Private parking, Parking on site, Free parking, Parking.
Entertainment and family services	Evening entertainment, Board games/puzzles.
Pool and wellness	Facial treatments, Spa facilities, Sun umbrellas, Outdoor pool (all year), Swimming pool, Salt-water pool, Foot massage, Private beach area, Outdoor pool, Massage, Back massage, Swimming Pool, Full body massage, Beachfront, Beauty Services, Pool with view, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Neck massage, Yoga classes.
Transport	Airport shuttle, Accessible parking, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Airport pick up, Airport drop off, Bicycle rental.
Outdoor & View	Terrace.

Guest Ratings For This Property

9.4

Based on 181 Reviews

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Comfort

9.5

Cleanliness

9.4

Value For Money

8.8

Facilities

9.3

Reviewers Mention About The Island - Pongwe Lodge

Pongwe Lodge at The Island is a tranquil and beautiful retreat perfect for a peaceful getaway. The resort offers comfortable accommodation, delicious meals, and attentive service. Guests praise the s (Read More)tunning views and the friendly staff, particularly Frank and Charles. The food and drinks are excellent, although some dishes were not outstanding. Visitors recommend trying the seafood options and enjoying the cocktails. Overall, The Island is a gem with breathtaking scenery and top-notch service.

Guest Reviews

Reem

with friends

10.0

Exceptional

A beautiful getaway from everything. Very calm. The staff are friendly and they take very good care of you. The chef was so nice and special thank you to regina, juma and frank for being sweet and welcoming.

If you dont like insects you can't survive here so get a repellant.

Published on 24 Dec 2023

Jakub

solo traveller

10.0

Exceptional

Small paradise

I've spent 4 nights at pongwe island and that was the best vacation ever. Hotel consists of 6 rooms, reception, swimming pool and the restaurant. Very friendly personnel tried everything to make my time on island as good as possible. Food in the restaurant is very delicious and you can feel as you would have private chef. Frank showed me the island and every opportunity to spend time on Zanzibar, He helped me to organise every day in this paradise. Rooms are tidy with amazing view of the ocean. There are security guards 24/7 and I've felt safe. That was real carefree stay and I would higly recommend everyone to visit this place.

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Published on 03 Dec 2023

Susan

family with young children

10.0

Exceptional

Perfect stay in an idyllic setting

The location is charming, like having your own private island We were only four people when we stayed, meaning the service was super-personal: all the staff looked after us beautifully. We felt very safe and comfortable. We thank the hotel very sincerely for upgrading us to an Ocean View room. The food was exceptional. We loved being able to eat fresh food every day. Everything was at a high standard. We recommend this hotel very warmly and thank in particular Regina, Irene, Frank and Sabas for their kindness and all they did for us during our stay.

Nothing

Published on 17 Nov 2023

Kristina

young couple

10.0

Exceptional

Incredible place to switch off and relax

We absolutely loved our stay here such a wonderful location and a place where you can completely switch off. We were a bit worried before we arrived about the lack of A/C in the rooms, but we definitely didn't need to worry about that: at night there is a breeze through the island and we never felt any discomfort. The staff are amazing and the owners of the hotel are always there to assist you. The food is spectacular and the breakfast that we took every day on our terrace was always amazing. We are recommending this place to everyone!

We have nothing we'd change, except for actually staying there a bit longer. Everything is thought of and we loved our holiday at Pongwe. Thank you!

Published on 06 Nov 2023

Eduardo

young couple

6.0

Pleasant

Not worth the price

Staff is great Good food, compared to what you usually get around the island Privacy

Definitely not a good value for your money. Very simple room, no AC (expect sweaty nights), constant power outages (only place it happened to us in zanzibar, and several times each day), shower is hot for 5 minutes then it gets cold-ish everytime. Plus, not their fault, but Pongwe Area offers absolutely nothing to do around - no restaurants, no tours nearby, no life around. It's a good hotel, but should cost half of what it costs.

Published on 03 Nov 2023

Yaar

young couple

10.0

Exceptional

Special beyond imagination

The most special hotel I have ever been to. The Island is a magical experience. The view changes every few hours and it is just beautiful. The staff are absolutely wonderful and take care of every little detail. Dont hesitate book your reservation here!

The spice tour which is offered all over the Zanzibar and also by the hotel is a tourist trap. In my opinion it shouldnt be offered by the Island hotel, its not for your level...

Published on 05 Oct 2023

Karsten

young couple

10.0

Exceptional

Beautiful little Island with perfect management

It was a no-compromise stay and everything was flawlessly executed. We were lucky enough to have spent some time in the sultan room and it was nothing short of amazing. The food was really memorable, with local Zanzibarian seafood with a touch of Italian perfection. Frank, who was managing our experience and helped with all requests, made our time really special. He was very nice and forthcoming, seeing what we might need before we even had to ask. Really really cool. If you are looking for a great and memorable time, where can experience the beauty of the sea, look no further - as the Island is the perfect place to stay. Seeing the tide low in the morning with the sunrise reflecting on little pools of water, is just a sight to behold.

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Published on 29 Aug 2023

Happiness

young couple

8.0

Very good

Amazing

The tranquility

Not much activity

Published on 23 Jul 2023

Oliver

young couple

10.0

Exceptional

Incredibly special and magical.

Just, WOW! The most magical, and exclusive, eco-friendly resort on the Indian Ocean! We spent ten nights and eleven days on this paradise island, and from start to finish (and everything in-between!) we were treated like royalty. All the staff were incredibly professional and attentive, brilliant and fun, and they became like family to us; we miss them enormously. Even Luna and Ara, the most friendly and well-behaved resident dogs, made us feel so welcome! The food (breakfast, lunch, afternoon snacks, and dinner - daily fresh coconut water and watermelon juice!!) was exceptional, and we left a few kilos heavier!! We miss everyone and everything about The Island, and we hope that one day, we can return here again to see our "Rafiki's". Asante Sana! Thank you for the memories xx.

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Having to leave!

Published on 05 Jul 2023