Located in Pongwe, a few steps from Pongwe Beach, The Island - Pongwe Lodge has accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden. Featuring room service, this property also has a restaurant and a terrace. The property provides evening entertainment and a concierge service. All rooms come with a fridge, minibar, an electric tea pot, a shower, a hairdryer and a closet. Featuring a private bathroom with a bidet and free toiletries, rooms at the hotel also have free WiFi, while some have a sea view. At The Island - Pongwe Lodge all rooms have bed linen and towels. Breakfast is available every morning, and includes Full English/Irish, American and vegetarian options. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Pongwe, like canoeing and cycling. Kiwengwa Beach is a 13-minute walk from The Island - Pongwe Lodge, while Peace Memorial Museum is 21 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International, 22 miles from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, American

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
9.3
High score for Pongwe
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Reem
    Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia
    A beautiful getaway from everything. Very calm. The staff are friendly and they take very good care of you. The chef was so nice and special thank you to regina, juma and frank for being sweet and welcoming.
  • Kristina
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We absolutely loved our stay here — such a wonderful location and a place where you can completely switch off. We were a bit worried before we arrived about the lack of A/C in the rooms, but we definitely didn't need to worry about that: at night...
  • Eric
    Panama Panama
    -The hotel is really small, with only six rooms, therefore the privacy was greatly valued, considering we traveled for our honeymoon. -The attention from the staff to every small detail was impressive, making sure our stance was as comfortable as...

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Amenities of The Island - Pongwe Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Private beach area
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Live music/Performance
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Beach
  • Evening entertainment
  • Snorkeling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sitting area
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Adults only
  • Mosquito net
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • Pool with view
  • Saltwater pool
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
  • Yoga classes
  • Full-body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa facilities
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty services
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • Arabic
  • English
  • Italian
  • Russian
  • Swahili

House rules

The Island - Pongwe Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa American Express Cash is not accepted The Island - Pongwe Lodge accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Island - Pongwe Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about The Island - Pongwe Lodge

  • The Island - Pongwe Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Snorkeling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Beachfront
    • Evening entertainment
    • Private beach area
    • Beach
    • Facial treatments
    • Walking tours
    • Full-body massage
    • Swimming pool
    • Horseback riding
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Neck massage
    • Bicycle rental
    • Spa facilities
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Yoga classes
    • Themed dinners
    • Beauty services
    • Live music/Performance
    • Back massage
    • Foot massage

  • Room options at The Island - Pongwe Lodge include:

    • Double
    • Villa

  • The Island - Pongwe Lodge has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Guests staying at The Island - Pongwe Lodge can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.6).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Halal
    • Gluten-free
    • American

  • Check-in at The Island - Pongwe Lodge is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The prices at The Island - Pongwe Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The Island - Pongwe Lodge is 1 miles from the center of Pongwe. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.