Pongwe Bay Resort

10 Pongwe Road, Pongwe, Tanzania - Charming beachfront resort
8.9/10 · 465 reviews

The beachfront Pongwe Bay Resort is located 3.2 km from Kiwengwa-Pongwe Forest Reserve and offers tour/ticket assistance for better sightseeing in Pongwe. This 5-star resort offers an outdoor swimming pool, an à la carte restaurant and a lounge bar.

Location

Surrounded by a tropical garden, the hotel is about 5 minutes' walk from a tropical beach. Guests can go to Pwani Mchangani, which is a 15-minute drive from the property.

Rooms

This Pongwe hotel offers 22 rooms with air conditioning, as well as self-catering options such as a mini-bar, tea and coffee-making facilities. Furnished with a writing desk, they also have sound-proofed windows. Bathroom comforts include hairdryers and bathrobes, and such essentials as a bidet, a walk-in shower, and a separate toilet. Guests can enjoy views of the ocean from this accommodation.

Food & Drinks

Among 2 restaurants onsite, Bahari is the one serving local dishes. There is a seafood restaurant serving international food just 650 metres away.

Leisure & Activities

This hotel offers snorkelling, canyoning, and hiking as well as car hire services. With a fitness suite that offers yoga, the Pongwe caters to guests' physical well-being.

Why choose Pongwe Bay Resort

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  • Unique barefoot philosophy throughout resort

  • Soundproof rooms for optimal relaxation

  • Organic, pesticide-free dining options

  • Spacious bungalows with sea views

Main amenities

  • Wi-Fi

  • 24-hour services

  • Express check-in/ -out

  • Swimming Pool

  • Private beach

  • Fitness/Gym

  • Sports activities

  • Spa and relaxation

  • On-site Dining

  • Child-friendly

  • Breakfast

  • Air conditioning

  • No pets allowed

General
  • Wi-Fi
  • 24-hour services
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Swimming Pool
  • Private beach
  • Fitness/Gym
  • Sports activities
  • Spa and relaxation
  • On-site Dining
  • Child-friendly
  • Breakfast
  • Air conditioning
  • No pets allowed
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Internet

  • Wi-Fi

Parking options

  • Free parking
  • Off-site car park

Shuttle

  • Paid airport shuttle

Activities

  • Fitness centre
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Billiard tables
  • Yoga class
  • Sports trainer
  • Fishing

Property services

  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Currency exchange
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining options

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Dinner
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

In the kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Business facilities

  • Fax/Photocopying

For kids

  • Children's buffet
  • Board games
  • Children's play area
  • Game room

Recreation

  • Private beach
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Body scrub
  • Back massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Pool with view

In the rooms

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

In the bathroom

  • Free toiletries

General facilities

  • No smoking on site
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Important information

Check-in:
from 13:00 until 22:00
Check-out:
from 06:00 until 11:00
  • Children and extra beds
  • There are no extra beds provided in a room.
  • There are no cots provided in a room.

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From USD 69 per night
Check-in 4 Nov 2026
Check-out 5 Nov 2026
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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10 Pongwe Road, Pongwe, Tanzania

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        From USD 69 per night
        Check-in 4 Nov 2026
        Check-out 5 Nov 2026
        Guests 2 guests

        Adults:

        2

        Children:

        0
        All rates verified
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        Pongwe Bay Resort
        Check-in:
        from 13:00 until 22:00
        Check-out:
        from 06:00 until 11:00
        • Children and extra beds
        • There are no extra beds provided in a room.
        • There are no cots provided in a room.