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The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only

Pongwe, Kati

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Couple Guests’ FavoriteThis place is chosen by couples as their favorite and has a rating of 4.9.

Guests Like the LocationThe location was rated 5 by the guests who stayed here.

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4.9/5

FantasticFrom 20 reviews

5.0/525 Jun 2026

Tom • Couple Trip

We visited The Island at Pongwe as the final stop on our honeymoon to Tanzania and Zanzibar and it was the perfect way to conclude an incredible trip. Set on a coral island just off of Zanzibar, the Island Pongwe is run by the amzaing Michela and her team. The island feels like pure rustic luxury and prides itself on being as sustainable as possible - they source food and materials locally. The service was amazing and we were greeted by the team who showed us to the Villa - a room with an incredible vista of the Indian Ocean. We were also kept company, by the islands dog, Ara, who was so sweet. The team were very helpful in organising a Dhow sailing experience with the local fishermen/sailors. At low tide you are able to walk out towards the reef - just watch out for sea urchins! The food was incredible and tasted so fresh. We were also lucky enough to be treated to a performance by local Masai on our final night. 10/10 - would definitely recommend even at least 1 nights stay here - it's so worth it for this little slice of paradise.

5.0/57 Jun 2026

Salvatore • Couple Trip

Ottima Location! Ottimo servizio! Ottimo staff! Al nostro arrivo ci ha accolti Michela che è stata stupenda nell accoglienza e nell assistenza dal primo all ultimo giorno. Consigliamo Vivamente questa struttura se dovessimo ritornare sicuramente la risceglieremo . Una vacanza in Zanzibar meravigliosa...da lasciarci il cuore...

5.0/51 Mar 2026

adde • Couple Trip

Fint poolkmråde, rena rum och fantastisk mat som toppades med väldigt omhändertagande och fin personal. Lugnet infinner sig snabb. Vi kommer tillbaka.

5.0/53 Dec 2025

Alexander • Couple Trip

Amazing place, superb staff and fantastic food. A blissful exlscape in Zanzibar and one we wish we had more time to spend there. Raphael, Amani and Sussanna were particularly fantastic members of staff.

5.0/522 Sep 2025

Trude • Trip with Friends

Et helt herlig sted, anbefales!

5.0/522 Jun 2025

Luci • Couple Trip

Everything was perfect! Amazing service. Incredible sunsets. Delicious food. A heavenly place to unwind. Will be dreaming of a return!

5.0/519 Nov 2024

Verified traveler • Couple Trip

Highly recommend. Everything was great.

5.0/519 Jul 2024

Scott • Couple Trip

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!

5.0/511 Jul 2024

Vincent • Couple Trip

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.

5.0/529 Jan 2024

Ossi • Couple Trip

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!

5.0/518 Sep 2023

Claudia Yessica • Couple Trip

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

5.0/521 Nov 2022

Laura • Couple Trip

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).

5.0/57 Aug 2022

Jose • Couple Trip

Excellent very nice place to stay for a couple

5.0/52 Jul 2021

Verified traveler • Couple Trip

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!

5.0/512 Sep 2020

Ditlev • Couple Trip

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.

5.0/54 Apr 2020

Donatello • Couple Trip

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.

5.0/523 Feb 2020

Enio Massimo • Couple Trip

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.

5.0/523 Jan 2020

Stein-Erik • Solo Trip

A good choice. Beautiful location. Friendly staff. Good food. Not the best for swimming.

5.0/520 Aug 2019

Enrico • Couple Trip

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!!!!!

3.0/510 Jun 2021

Karine • Couple Trip

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.

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Pongwe, Pongwe, Pongwe, Zanzibar Central, TZ

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Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in Procedure

Check-in2:00 PM-8:00 PM

Check-out10:00

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

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

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Guests under 16 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property.
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

About The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only

The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only Location
With a stay at The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only in Pongwe, you'll be 4.1 mi (6.7 km) from Kiwengwa Beach and 9.3 mi (15 km) from Mapenzi Beach. This beach lodge is 11 mi (17.7 km) from Mtoni Palace Ruins.

The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only Facility and Service
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages. Additional amenities at this lodge include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a picnic area.

The Island - Pongwe Lodge - Adults Only Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 6 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Rooms have private furnished balconies. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include safes and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Restaurant and Cafe
Grab a bite to eat at the lodge's beachfront fine-dining restaurant, which features a bar/lounge and an ocean view. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the beach bar. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Room Type and Price

Mon, 02 Nov 2026 - Tue, 03 Nov 2026 (1 night)

1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children