The Residence ZanzibarvsPongwe Beach Hotel
Both The Residence Zanzibar and Pongwe Beach Hotel are praised by writers. Overall, Pongwe Beach Hotel is the choice of most writers compared to The Residence Zanzibar. Pongwe Beach Hotel comes in at #7 in Zanzibar with recommendations from 2 reviews including Oyster, Lonely Planet.
The Residence Zanzibar
Mchangamle, Kizimkazi 2404, Tanzania
From $436/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Jetsetter
"Romantic escape for seclusion and spa time, with just 66 villas on 80 unspoiled acres fronting a mile-long beach." Full review
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Wander down to the sand, and your beach butler will be ready with a cold face towel and new rounds of Kilimanjaro beer on request.
Condé Nast Traveler
"Sixty-six villas scattered over an 80-acre compound." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"Deep in the heart of what was once just bush and mangroves, The Residence Zanzibar is a tropical site to behold." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"The Residence Zanzibar is a gorgeous, luxe property set on over 79 acres of beautiful beachfront grounds on the southwestern tip of Zanzibar’s main island, Unguja." Full review
Pongwe Beach Hotel
Pongwe Beach, Pongwe, Tanzania
From $236/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Oyster
Mid-Range
"The three-pearl Pongwe Beach is a quiet and secluded retreat with tons of local charm." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"The intimate and unassuming Pongwe Beach Hotel has 20 bungalows among the palms on a wonderful, deep arc of bleached white beach." Full review