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The Island Pongwe Lodge

Google Logo 4.7 Google reviews (338)
Best Price From £1439.00pp
Apr 2025
£1629 pp
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May 2025
£1439 pp
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Jun 2025
£1579 pp
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Jul 2025
£1969 pp
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Aug 2025
£1909 pp
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Sep 2025
£1809 pp
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Oct 2025
£1779 pp
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Nov 2025
£1769 pp
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Dec 2025
£1859 pp
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Overview

Overview

Succumb to the spellbinding beauty and magic of awe-inspiring Zanzibar with a stay at The Island Pongwe Lodge, a luxurious 5-star adults-only retreat. This dreamy hideaway which is built on a natural coral rock in the tranquil Pongwe bay is the ul...

Succumb to the spellbinding beauty and magic of awe-inspiring Zanzibar with a stay at The Island Pongwe Lodge, a luxurious 5-star adults-only retreat. This dreamy hideaway which is built on a natural coral rock in the tranquil Pongwe bay is the ultimate romantic escape. Prepare to be wowed by beguiling sunrises, stunning sunsets and bewitching starry skies in this enchanting tropical haven of relaxation and serenity. You’ll spend restful nights in a beautifully-appointed villa boasting a myriad of superb amenities and savour delicious fare prepared with local produce in a charming gourmet restaurant a stone’s throw away from the ocean. A plethora of thrilling experiences are available at the resort including visits to Jozani Forest to see the red monkeys and mangroves, the chance to observe the giant tortoises on Prison Island and trips on a traditional dhow boat to Mnemba Atoll, the most famous snorkelling sport in Zanzibar. Spa therapists are also on hand to provide the ultimate pampering experience with soothing massages on your private veranda.

How far is the nearest beach? 

The Island Pongwe Lodge next to the sea on a natural coral rock. 

Distance from the airport 

Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is approximately 51km away from the resort. 

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Accommodation
Standard Double Ocean View Villa
  • Private veranda
  • King-size bed
  • Mini bar
  • Natural wooden furniture
  • Tanga stone shower
  • Tea and coffee-making facilities
  • Ceiling fan (no air conditioning)
  • Telephone
  • Safe box
  • Full privacy

*No television or music from electronic devices is allowed

Standard Double Bay/Sunset View Room
  • Private veranda
  • King-size bed
  • Mini bar
  • Natural wooden furniture
  • Tanga stone shower
  • Tea and coffee-making facilities
  • Ceiling fan (no air conditioning)
  • Telephone
  • Safe box
  • Full privacy

*No television or music from electronic devices is allowed

Sultan Villa
  • Private veranda with sunrise and ocean views
  • Butler service
  • King-size bed
  • Mini bar
  • Natural wooden furniture
  • Bathtub
  • Tea and coffee-making facilities
  • Ceiling fan (no air conditioning)
  • Telephone
  • Safe box
  • Full privacy

*No television or music from electronic devices is allowed


Facilities

Facilities

  • Sunset cruises
  • Bikes for riding around the bay and island
  • Snorkelling
  • Local boat excursions
  • Fishing excursions
  • Spice Farm tours
  • Private Masai shows
  • Sailing
  • ea urchin hunts
  • Dhow boat trips
  • Low tide spear fishing
  • Local line fishing
  • Diving
  • Private meditation and yoga sessions
  • Quad Adventure village tours

*Please note that charges may apply to some activities and for the use of some facilities.?


Dining

Dining

Gourmet Restaurant

  • Buffet dining for breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Located next to the ocean

Hotel Reviews
Google Logo 4.7 Google reviews (338)
Víctor Martínez Molés
We went just for dinner, but it was amazing. The hotel is in an small little island, what makes it very special. We went in high tide, so they picked up us in small boat from the coast. The food was delicious, the best food I’ve tried in Zanzibar. If you are looking for something different and unique, that’s your place.

Ervīns Vanags
We were driving by for lunch. The place is good, with the nice ocean view. The food was ok, but nothing very special, you can get the same on every restaurant. Sangria jug was not good, too much water in the jug and too much cinnamon. The major thing for average rate is cheating with rate. If you want to pay in shillings, they tell you a story that they have to purchase dollars, and the rate is real, but it's at least 12% more than official. Be aware of such stupid cheating.

Lola A
I did not stay at the hotel but came for a solo lunch on a weekday. The booking was easily made via WhatsApp, the team was very welcoming and made sure to give me all of the information to access the island easily at low tide. Their focus is on quiet and discretion and I will make sure to book one of their 6 villas with private pool for my next trip. Extra points for the adorable kitten roaming around the sand paths (and the staff for keeping it to use it as a litter box 😂). The view from the restaurant is breathtaking. Lunch took a couple hours but it’s to be expected when they went to fish my sea urchin while I had a cocktail and ice cold sparkling water. The staff made sure I was aware of the delay and was very nice and attentive. I got to enjoy the panoramic view of the ocean and breeze on a hot and sunny day. I would highly recommend their restaurant as a treat, yes it’s more expensive than most spots in Zanzibar, as a luxury treat it’s totally worth it.

Jessica Parkin
My husband and I stayed nearby for a week. During this time, we visited the Island twice. The first time, we came for the ‘day leisure package’. Which meant we spent the full day there as guests. We walked across as it was low tide and we were greeted by the most friendly staff and a fresh coconut to drink too. We were shown around the island and settled by the pool to relax. The package also included a 3 course lunch with wine, which was absolutely delightful and so delicious. We stayed until late afternoon and had the best day 😊 We visited again for dinner one evening - this time it was high tide so needed a boat to get us across which was lovely. We had a gorgeous dinner with sangria and played uno (they have multiple games in their reception area). Again, the staff and service were impeccable and the food was divine. Thank you, we had a wonderful time and will surely recommend to others travelling to Zanzibar! 😊

Rene Bidstrup Nymand
If you want to eat good food in a restaurant on a rock in the middle of the sea, go here. 'The Rock' restaurant at Paje beach is more famous, but this is both bigger and better. You can even rent rooms here. The food is a bit pricey, but not by much compared with others. The food is great and the service is excellent and the view is just awesome...Very highly recommended 😋🍸🍺🍽️❤️


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BEST PRICE FROM Flight & Hotel
£1439pp
Apr 2025
£1629pp
Half Board
May 2025
£1439pp
Half Board
Jun 2025
£1579pp
Half Board
Jul 2025
£1969pp
Half Board
Aug 2025
£1909pp
Half Board
Sep 2025
£1809pp
Half Board
Oct 2025
£1779pp
Half Board
Nov 2025
£1769pp
Half Board
Dec 2025
£1859pp
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