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Coral Bay Zanzibar

Property class: 3
3-star beachfront hotel near Pongwe Beach

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A poolside area with lounge chairs and thatched umbrellas, overlooking a beach.
A tropical beach with clear turquoise water, a small island with a thatched-roof hut, and palm trees.
A beach with thatched umbrellas, wooden benches, and palm trees.
An aerial view of a tropical island resort with thatched-roof bungalows surrounded by clear turquoise waters.
A bedroom with a bed, a view of the beach, and a chair.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Pongwe street, 38, Pongwe, Zanzibar, 452
  • Place, Pongwe Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Kiwengwa Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Slave Market
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

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A beachfront property with a pool, lounge chairs, and a thatched-roof building.

Deluxe Double Room

  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A white outdoor seating area with cushioned chairs, a wooden table, and a potted plant.

Comfort Room

  • Beach view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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A poolside area with lounge chairs, a swimming pool, and a thatched-roof building.

Comfort Room

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Pongwe

On the beach.At this Pongwe hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Pongwe Beach and 12 miles (20 km) of Pwani Mchangani Beach. Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park is within 12 miles (20 km) and Kidichi Spice Farm is within 25 miles (40 km).

What's nearby

  • Pongwe Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kiwengwa Beach - 17 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park - 22 min drive - 12.5 miles
  • Slave Market - 53 min drive - 25.0 miles
  • Forodhani Gardens - 55 min drive - 25.5 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪AVO Boutique Hotel - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Yoga Bar Zanzibar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪pool bar @ blue bay - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Club at Pongwe Bay Resort - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Zanzibar Rock Resort Restaurant - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Coral Bay Zanzibar

3-star beachfront hotel near Pongwe Beach
Simply walk outside to feel the sun on your face at the white sand beach. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at Coral Bay Zanzibar like an outdoor pool and complimentary bicycles.

Free breakfast is served daily. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Pongwe hotel.

  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Coral Bay Zanzibar offers 3 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to balconies. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and printers. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and massages.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle tours
  • Ecotours
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Chef service
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Printer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from August 1 2026 to December 31 2027 (dates subject to change):
  • One of the bars/lounges
  • One of the dining venues
  • Beach
  • Breakfast
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Recreation facilities
  • Spa/Beauty services
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Coral Bay Zanzibar Hotel
Coral Bay boutique hotel
Coral Bay Zanzibar Pongwe
Coral Bay Zanzibar Hotel Pongwe

Frequently asked questions

How close is Coral Bay Zanzibar to the airport?

Coral Bay Zanzibar is 29.3 mi (75-min drive) away from the Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Coral Bay Zanzibar?

As of Oct 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Coral Bay Zanzibar on Oct 23, 2026 start from $79, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Coral Bay Zanzibar have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Coral Bay Zanzibar.

How close is Coral Bay Zanzibar to the beach?

This hotel is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen! The beach will be unavailable from August 1 2026 to December 31 2027 (dates subject to change).

Does Coral Bay Zanzibar offer free breakfast?

Coral Bay Zanzibar offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Please note that breakfast will be unavailable between August 1 2026 and December 31 2027 (subject to change).

Is there a casino at Coral Bay Zanzibar?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Coral Bay Zanzibar?

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Coral Bay Zanzibar?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Coral Bay Zanzibar have a pool?

Coral Bay Zanzibar features an outdoor pool. The pool will be unavailable from August 1 2026 to December 31 2027 (dates subject to change).

Does Coral Bay Zanzibar have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site. One of the dining venues will be unavailable from August 1 2026 to December 31 2027 (dates subject to change).

Does Coral Bay Zanzibar have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer deep-tissue massages.

How close is Coral Bay Zanzibar to downtown Pongwe?

Coral Bay Zanzibar is 0.1 mi away from Pongwe.

Coral Bay Zanzibar Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 3 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

4.0/10

Amenities

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Swimming Pool was dirty and inusable. For me who travelled with a 1 year old and 4 year old baby, I found that its positioning, less than 3 meters from the door step of the room was extremely dangerous. This hotel offers bed and breakfast, but the breakfast was awful too. I decided to check out of the property the day after a night. When i asked the hotel to refund me for unused nights, the hotel declined to refund. In short, this place is not ideal for a family. Perhaps it can work for adults who dont mind safety, and food. But given the nature of the location, one expects the property to do better!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Rummet är i sig fint, stort och rymligt. Dock funkade endast ACn och kylen halva vistelsen. Hotellet saknade el-generator så vi var utan ström under flera stunder av vistelsen. Poolen misstänker vi läckte och tappade mycket vatten. Vi kände oss endast bekväma med att bada i den tre dagar av vistelsens sju pga vattennivån och sedan färgerna på vattnet när det blev lågt. Utomhusbelysningen var trasig för vårt rum, men vi kunde ta med en lampa från rummet ut på kvällarna när vi ville sitta ute.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024