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The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only

3.5 star property
3.5-star beach lodge with spa

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Front of property
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
BBQ/picnic area
Standard Double Room, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes
Superior Double Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Pongwe, Pongwe, Pongwe, Zanzibar Central
  • Place, Pongwe Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Kiwengwa Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Mapenzi Beach
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room, Bay View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Standard Double Room, Bay View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Standard Double Room, Ocean View

  • 323 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 753 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Pongwe

Walk to the beach.At this Pongwe lodge, you'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Kiwengwa Beach and 9 miles (15 km) of Mapenzi Beach. Mtoni Palace Ruins and Mnemba Island are also in the region.
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What's nearby

  • Pongwe Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kiwengwa Beach - 9 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Uroa Beach - 10 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Marumbi Beach - 15 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • Mapenzi Beach - 22 min drive - 11.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪z-lodge zanzibar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Balungi Zanzibar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Gabi Beach - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Sea Bar @ Uroa Bay Beach Resort - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Breakfast @ Uroa Bay Beach Resort - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only

3.5-star beach lodge with spa
The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only offers its guests a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Pongwe lodge is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2018
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only offers 6 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided.

Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 16 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 16 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 100.00 per vehicle (one way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 16 years old aren't allowed.

Property is 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
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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only to the airport?

The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only is 29.5 mi (77-min drive) away from the Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only have an airport shuttle?

The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of USD 100.00 per vehicle, one way.

How close is The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only to the beach?

This lodge is a short 8-minute walk from Pongwe Beach and 4.1 mi (20-min drive) from Kiwengwa Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only offer free breakfast?

The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only have a pool?

The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only features an outdoor pool.

Does The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only have a spa?

This lodge has a spa, which features massages.

How close is The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only to downtown Pongwe?

The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only is 0.2 mi away from Pongwe.