"Excellent location. We had money go missing from our room. Check in was very impersonal and after a full days travel we were required to line up again to fill out an pay the government tax, surly this can be done anytime during the stay. The person who took us to our room gave us no information about the place room wise or resort wise. They talk a good service ethic but as far as I was concerned service was non existent. Overpriced for the standard of the overall experience. To make the stay...
"Excellent location. We had money go missing from our room. Check in was very impersonal and after a full days travel we were required to line up again to fill out an pay the government tax, surly this can be done anytime during the stay. The person who took us to our room gave us no information about the place room wise or resort wise. They talk a good service ethic but as far as I was concerned service was non existent. Overpriced for the standard of the overall experience. To make the stay...
"Vi havde generelt et godt ophold. Servicen var god, og de ansatte var imødekommende og kommunikerende. Værelset var fint, og AC virkede upåklageligt. Eneste minus var badeværelset, som var uden afskærmet brusekabine og bestemt ikke lever op til standarden for et godt hotel. Hotellet har god beliggenhed helt ned til havet, og stranden er dejlig og umiddelbart mindre turistet end andre steder på Zanzibar. "
"Vi havde generelt et godt ophold. Servicen var god, og de ansatte var imødekommende og kommunikerende. Værelset var fint, og AC virkede upåklageligt. Eneste minus var badeværelset, som var uden afskærmet brusekabine og bestemt ikke lever op til standarden for et godt hotel. Hotellet har god beliggenhed helt ned til havet, og stranden er dejlig og umiddelbart mindre turistet end andre steder på Zanzibar. "
"The room was cleaned daily, and the evening turndown service was a lovely touch. The staff were exceptional — every single member of the team went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable and enjoyable. Their professionalism, friendliness, and attention to detail truly exceeded expectations. The spa was the best ever."
"The room was cleaned daily, and the evening turndown service was a lovely touch. The staff were exceptional — every single member of the team went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable and enjoyable. Their professionalism, friendliness, and attention to detail truly exceeded expectations. The spa was the best ever."
"My wife and I found a little bit of paradise at Royal Mandarin Resort! Very very nice property. We booked this room for five nights following our Serengeti Safari in the hope of some beach relaxation. We got that and so much more!"
"My wife and I found a little bit of paradise at Royal Mandarin Resort! Very very nice property. We booked this room for five nights following our Serengeti Safari in the hope of some beach relaxation. We got that and so much more!"
"Great resort and professional staff. We really enjoyed our stay at ocean paradise, room was clean and quiet , food was delicious and night shows and entertainment was added value."
"Great resort and professional staff. We really enjoyed our stay at ocean paradise, room was clean and quiet , food was delicious and night shows and entertainment was added value."
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"Loved this property and the staff. We had a situation with our rental car and they had a staff member walk to where we had parked the car and he actually drove our rental car back to the hotel and then called the guy we rented the car from and asked him to come by the hotel to pick up the car. I think that was above and beyond and we truly appreciated the extra time and help."
"I love staying in Stonetown and this was the perfect location. The staff was very nice and the accommodations were satisfactory. It is an older property, as are most accommodations in Stonetown but the room was clean, the bed was comfortable and it was a pleasant stay. "
"We had an amazing stay at this hotel in Zanzibar and would highly recommend it, especially for families or anyone looking for a relaxed break rather than the more touristy feel of some of the other beaches and resorts.
The hotel is beautifully located close to the beach, with each room being very spacious and easily accessible. The breakfast buffet is vast and really good with crepes and omelettes made to order! We especially enjoyed the Masai dancing and the Italian-themed seafood barbecue held right on the beach. The staff were extremely attentive and genuinely made us feel well looked after. The nightly turn-down service, including having the mosquito nets sprayed each evening meant we were not plagued by mosquitoes each night - the staff paid attention to the little details, and nothing ever seemed too much trouble.
There is also a tourist company located on site, which made organising day trips very easy. Taxis are readily available, and it is only around a 20-minute ride to Kiwengwa where you will find another fabulous beach and plenty of restaurants to explore.
What really stood out for us, though, was the atmosphere. Rather than feeling like we were simply staying in a hotel, we felt as though we were being welcomed into a family. The warmth and friendliness of everyone made it feel like a true home away from home.
A huge thank you to Santosh, Suzan, Charles and Frank for making our stay so special and for making it feel like home away from home."
"Not one complaint 10/10 everyone was nice the food was amazing great shows we loved it so much we had to stay and extra day and we were so mad we had to leave will definitely be coming back !!!!!!!!!!"
Longing for a relaxing getaway? Treat yourself to all the luxuries and comforts of a resort, where you can find everything you need for your holiday—from tasty dining options to activities and entertainment. Browse the resort options in the area and discover the one that's best for you, whether you see yourself sitting down to fine dining or hitting the golf course for an afternoon game.
What's a favourite resort for my stay in Pongwe?
Our highest-rated resorts near Pongwe: The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive - All-inclusive resort. 16.9 mi (27.2 km) from Pongwe. Features 3 outdoor pools, 4 restaurants and 3 bars. Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa - Premium All Inclusive - All-inclusive resort. 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from Pongwe. Has a fitness centre, a terrace and a garden. Kappa Senses Zanzibar - Luxury resort. 10.3 mi (16.6 km) from Pongwe. Enjoy the 4 restaurants, 15 indoor pools and 2 beach bars. Mvuvi Boutique Resort - Beach resort, 5-minute walk from Kiwengwa Beach. 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Pongwe. Amenities include 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants and a private beach. AHG Dream's Bay Beach Hotel - Adults Only - 14.1 mi (22.7 km) from Pongwe. Access to a rooftop terrace, beach sunloungers and a snack bar/deli.
What can I do in Pongwe?
Pongwe Beach, Kiwengwa Beach and Michamvi Kae Beach are a few interesting places to visit nearby. Additional attractions in the area include Pingwe Beach and Muyuni Beach.
What's the seasonal weather in Pongwe?
The hottest months are usually March and February, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are August and July, with an average of 25°C. The rainiest months in Pongwe are April, May, March and November, with each month seeing an average of 206 mm of rainfall.
What's the best way to get to and around Pongwe?
Fly into Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.), which is located 17.2 mi (27.8 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.