The Island - Pongwe Lodge (Adults Only), Pongwe
Overview
Situated around 5 minutes' walk from a beach, the 3-star The Island - Pongwe Lodge hotel offers rooms with views of the sea. Located 4.3 km from Kiwengwa-Pongwe Forest Reserve, this non-smoking hotel features a safe deposit box.
Location
The hotel is in a beach area of Pongwe. An own beach is approximately a 5-minute walk away.
For those travelling from afar, Kisauni airport is 44 minutes' drive away.
Rooms
The rooms have an adjoining terrace and a balcony, along with a mini-fridge-bar and coffee/tea making facilities for your convenience. Guests have access to a bathtub, a separate toilet, and a shower, as well as bathroom comforts such as hair dryers and dressing gowns.
Leisure & Business
Massage therapy and an outdoor pool can be booked at the accommodation at an extra charge. Beach facilities at The Island Pongwe include lounge chairs.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Concierge desk
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Adults only
- Luggage storage
- Private beach
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Canoeing
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Yoga class
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor dining area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Dinner
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Board games
Spa & Leisure
- Saltwater pool
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Spa centre
- Facial
- Beauty treatment
- Back massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Pool with view
Room features
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- AM/FM alarm clock
Recommended for:
Cocktail making classLearn how to make delicious cocktails from a professional bartender using fresh local ingredients.
Swahili language lessonsTake private or group lessons with a Swahili teacher to learn the basics of the local language.
Spice tourVisit a nearby spice farm to learn about the different spices grown in the area and their uses in local cuisine.
Beach bonfireEnjoy an evening on the beach with a bonfire, live music, and cocktails.
Traditional cooking classTake part in a traditional cooking class to learn how to make Swahili dishes using fresh local ingredients.
Yoga classesJoin a yoga instructor on the hotel's platform overlooking the ocean for sunrise or sunset yoga sessions.
- Snorkeling
- Paddleboarding
- Beach picnic
- Massage & spa treatments
- Sunset Dhow cruise
- Coconut husking demonstration
- Local village tour
- Wine tasting
Location
* Nestled on the picturesque Pongwe Beach, the hotel is near Pongwe Forest Reserve and Kizimkazi Dolfin Village. * The area offers cultural immersion through local villages, spice tours, and bright markets like Forodhani Gardens. * Chumbe Island Coral Park, Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park are ideal for nature enthusiasts and eco-tourists.
- City landmarks
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