Reviews of Pongwe Beach Hotel
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"Beautiful"
Stunning views and location." See all these reviews: 7n in Zanzibar; 4n in Tanzania
"Idyllic Beach at Pongwe"
The infinity swimming pool was a wonderful extra, especially when the tide was out. We had a brilliant New Year's Eve celebration here with a delicious seafood BBQ on the beach, followed by dancing. Great fun, and very well organised.
It was very hot while we were here although there was a strong sea breeze. As we were in the garden rooms, we didn't really benefit from the sea breeze. Our only disappointment with Pongwe was that we were not in sea facing rooms." See all these reviews: 11n in Tanzania; 5n in Zanzibar
"Pongwe Beach Hotel review"
The food was very good and the only slight criticism was that sometimes there was so much lettuce with the salads that it hid the other ingredients!
The room was spacious and comfortable and the amenities provided are very good. Bathroom basic and brackish water supply for washing and showering would not suit everyone" See all these reviews: 7n in Zanzibar
"Pngwe Breach Hotel"
"Pongwe Beach Hotel review"
The food was delicious, but the breakfast service was a bit erratic - on some days it was very slow. Also, we did feel that the staff weren't as well trained as at the Impala Camp. It could be useful for some of the Hotel Managers to be out in the restaurant/bar area a bit more (similar to Impala Camp), so that they are more aware of the service that is happening.
Nice to have the swimming pool, beach games and snorkelling." See all these reviews: 6n in Zanzibar; 4n in Tanzania
"A little gem!"
The service was excellent and the food in particular was delicious, we looked forward every day to finding out what the luch and dinner menu was!! Dinner on the beach was a lovely touch, I'd highy recommend it.
Pongwe is a real gem in a stunning setting!" See all these reviews: 10n in Zanzibar; 6n in Tanzania
"Just the perfect place after safari."
We stayed three nights and did very little. Perfect for total relaxation, but If you stay longer you may start getting restless as it is quiet and secluded." See all these reviews: 8n in Zanzibar; 6n in Tanzania
"A perfect place to relax"
The food was good, but you were meant to decide on dinner choices straight after breakfast – I guess this reduces waste, but it felt a bit unnecessary. The service was very friendly, but variable at times, some long waits and once main course arriving before we’d finished the starters." See all these reviews: 8n in Zanzibar; 5n in Tanzania
"Pongwe Beach Hotel review"
There is no fresh water at Pongwe, as you know, and this is a problem which they will need to address. After a day of swimming, sunbathing, snorkelling, etc. it would be really nice to be able to get free of all the salt with a fresh water shower and at present this isn't possible. You never really get rid of all the salt! A very small gripe was that there are NO hair driers in the hotel - I could easily have packed mine but didn't because we were urged to keep our luggage to a minimum. They should think about this, too." See all these reviews: 9n in Zanzibar
"Over rated"
Meals were good at lunchtime and dinner, but we would have liked more of a choice at breakfast.
Lunch menu averaged around 12$ pp which is quite expensive, dinner around 30$ pp but as we were half board dinner was included." See all these reviews: 8n in Tanzania; 6n in Zanzibar
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