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The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only

3.5 star property
Beach lodge in Pongwe with spa and outdoor pool

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Front of property
Exterior
Standard Double Room, Bay View | In-room safe, blackout drapes
Superior Double Room | In-room safe, blackout drapes
Aerial view

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Airport transfer
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Non-smoking
  • Free breakfast
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Beach bar
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
Feel at home
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The price is $380
includes taxes & fees
$328 per night
Dec 8 - Dec 9

Room options

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Standard Double Room, Bay View | In-room safe, blackout drapes

Standard Double Room, Bay View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Bidet
  • 323 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, Ocean View | In-room safe, blackout drapes

Standard Double Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Bidet
  • 323 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room | In-room safe, blackout drapes

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
Bathrobes
  • 753 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Pongwe, Pongwe, Pongwe, Zanzibar Central

What's nearby

  • Pongwe Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Uroa Beach - 17 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Kiwengwa Beach - 20 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Marumbi Beach - 25 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Mapenzi Beach - 26 min drive - 15.0 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 77 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Sai marce - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Obama Beach Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sipano Reastaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Island - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Tartaruga - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only

At The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only, you can spend time at the beach sipping drinks, plus activities like scuba diving and snorkeling are nearby. The outdoor pool provides fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can indulge in massages at the spa. The coffee shop/cafe is a great spot for a bite to eat and cold drinks are served at the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.

Languages

Arabic, English, Italian, Russian, Swahili

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 6 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 10:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
  • Front desk staffed during limited hours

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum guest age is 16
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property
  • Caters to adults only

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 7 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Beach bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Fishing
  • Beach access
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Built in 2018
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Mosquito nets
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the lodge's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Onsite venue - This beachfront fine-dining restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 100.00 per vehicle (one way)

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Island Pongwe Lodge Adults
Island Lodge Adults
Island Pongwe Adults
The Island Pongwe Lodge Adults Only
The Pongwe Adults Only Pongwe
The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only Lodge
The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only Pongwe
The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only Lodge Pongwe

Frequently asked questions

Does The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 100.00 per vehicle one way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as fishing. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only also has a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers beachfront dining, international cuisine, and ocean views.
Does The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished balcony.
What's the area around The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only like?
The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only is a short 8-minute walk from Pongwe Beach and 15 minutes' walk from Kiwengwa Pongwe Forest.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

5 stars.
Highly recommend. Everything was great.
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We had an incredible stay at The Pongwe for our honeymoon. Frank and the entire staff were wonderful and made our stay extra special from start to finish, from the room presentation to a special dinner at the end of our trip and fresh flowers to celebrate our new marriage at every meal. The location is lovely, quiet and clean. You feel like you’re transported to a different world when you’re on the island. The food every night was out of this world, with dinners particularly spectacular with fresh seafood including lobster and crab. This place left a warm feeling in our hearts - we would recommend it, highly!
Scott, 6-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This is such a special place! We only stayed 2 nights but had an amazing time. The food is delicious and service was perfect (thank you to Juma and Frank specifically).
Laura, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent very nice place to stay for a couple
Jose, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Pauline, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The perfect couple's vacation
I visited The Island with my fiancee and it was an incredible experience. This little gem of an island is one of a kind. Around 6 bangalows, beautifully decorated and clean. Environment friendly plastic free and with recyclable products. The food is outstanding. Their onsite restaurant serves delicious pasta and other seafood dishes as well as delicious breakfasts. The staff is super friendly and professional. Vaileth served us most of the times and she was the best. Always happy and making sure we were satisfied with food and service. The managers Amine and his wife Margo are running this little paradise to perfection. Dont hesitate to book, if you can make it to Pongwe, the Island is a must.
Donatello, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nothing but Positive Vibes
The island is chock-full if friendly and comforting staff members which truly elevate the unique experience provided by the island itself. The villas were extremely clean and we didn’t even encounter one big inside ours. The pool was a nice addition and just walking around being surrounded by palms, turquoise waters and silence was as breathtaking as it gets. To add to all this - THE FOOD was extraordinary. Hats off to the chef. We had 4 meals here within 24 hours time and loved each one! Thank you to all the staff that make the island an incredible place to stay.
Bhumika, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Charmant petit îlot au calme
Charmant petit îlot avec 5 villas dont une grande où nous étions pendant 4 jours. Le restaurant était très bien et bon. Frank, le chef concierge était toujours prêt à aider.
Villa du sultan
Restaurant
Allée
Vincent, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Neljä päivää paratiisissa
Aivan ihana paratiisisaari rauhallisen Pongwen rannan edustalla! Saimme alusta loppuun loistavaa palvelua ja saimme myös upgraden sviittiin, koska se sattui olemaan vapaana. Ruoka erinomaista (parasta ruokaa zanzibarilla) sekä aamupalalla että illallisella ja sitä pystyi tilaamaan myös omaan villaan ja omalle terassille. Saarelta pääsee helposti mereen uimaan nousuveden aikaan ja aktiviteetteja/retkiä myös kohtuullisesti tarjolla. Ehkä ennemmin kuitenkin saari sopii rentoutumiseen ja rauhalliseen oleiluun. Ekologisuus on huomioitu kaikessa ja saarella ja villoissa on niin kaunista, kaikki tarkkaan mietittyä. Ainoa miinus ilmastoinnin puuttuminen, jonka toki tiesimme etukäteen. Saari on kuitenkin niin rauhallinen (vain 6 villaa ja ravintola sulkeutuu klo 22), että pystyimme hyvin nukkumaan ikkunat auki (hyttysverkot löytyy ikkunoista), jolloin merituuli viilensi huoneilmaa. Saarella voi nähdä myös bush babies apinoita iltaisin ja saarella muutama ystävällinen koira ja kissa vieraiden seurana. Täydellinen loma!
Ossi, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excelente hotel muy recomendable
Increíble hotel en la isla, vistas espectaculares, puestas y salidas del sol son lo mejor; el personal muy amable y la comida súper deliciosa, lo recomiendo muchísimo!! El hotel es maravilloso
Claudia Yessica, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We would like to thank the hotel for the great stay! From beginning to end everything was really perfect. The staff was very accommodating and friendly at all times. The manager is very knowledgeable and really strives to make her guests stay a special experience. The restaurant offers a variety of choices and the food was very nicely prepared and tasty as well. The island itself offers a great ambience and you feel comfortable from the first moment. The bungalows as well as the entire complex convey a vacation feeling that we have not experienced in other hotels. We would definitely recommend the Island!
3-night romance trip
Verified Ebookers guest review

6/10 Good

Avis Mitigé
Restaurant au top. Hôtel plutôt très moyen. A mon avis au top il y a 10ans. Venir pour manger un grand oui, par contre hôtellerie non. Bien trop chère par rapport à ce qu il y a sur l île. Petite chambre. Pas de WiFi dans les chambres.
Karine, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A litle paradise
Perfect place for our honeymoon. Very quiet and peaceful in the most beautiful surroundings. The service was top notch and the food was fresh and well cooked. we hope to be able to return again one day.
Ditlev, 8-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Una full immersion nella marea
Approdati dopo un faticoso safari in Tanzania per cui ci siamo veramente goduti la struttura per tutti i 5 giorni del ns soggiorno. Solo 5 camere, pied dans l' eau, che 2 volte al giorno si ritira e poi ritorna trasformando lo scoglio in un' isola. Letteralmente immersi in questo spettacolo magico e misterioso della natura. Personale gentilissimo (un grazie particolare a Violet e Juma). Cibo squisito. Che altro dire? Altamente consigliato.
Enio Massimo, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A good choice. Beautiful location. Friendly staff. Good food. Not the best for swimming.
Stein-Erik, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Paradise
everything in our stay at The Island was Perfect. The room, simple but cozy, with our private patio (remember to have breakfast served on the patio!!!) overlooking the ocean and our private sun beds. The surroundings, with the sea weed farms and the sandbanks emerging with the low tide. The staff, effective and always with a smile. The food, superlative (seafood mixed grill and sea urchins a must try!). We had to leave but we left our heart there! Strongly recommended!!!!!
Enrico, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jean-Baptiste, 5-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

alessandra, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

General property information

Travelers Say
"Their onsite restaurant serves delicious pasta and other seafood dishes as well as delicious breakfasts."
Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Star Rating
3.5