TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar

4.5 star property
Upscale beachfront hotel with 2 outdoor pools

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Exterior
On the beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas
Private pool
Restaurant
Private spa tub
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • PoolPoolPool
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant

Explore the area

Map
12 Pongwe Road, Pongwe, Unguja South Region
  • Popular LocationPongwe Beach1 min walk
  • Popular LocationKiwengwa Pongwe Forest11 min walk
  • Popular LocationKiwengwa Beach6 min drive
  • AirportZanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)70 min drive

Room options

Superior Room, Balcony

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Honeymoon Suite, Private Pool (Adults Only)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, Balcony

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

Royal Suite, Hot Tub, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Pongwe

On the beach.You'll find Pongwe Beach and Kiwengwa Pongwe Forest within a 15-minute walk of this Pongwe hotel. Uroa Beach and Kiwengwa Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Pongwe Beach - 1 min walk
  • Kiwengwa Pongwe Forest - 11 min walk
  • Kiwengwa Beach - 6 min drive
  • Uroa Beach - 12 min drive
  • Mapenzi Beach - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sipano Reastaurant - 7 min drive
  • Blu Marlin Village - 6 min drive
  • Ngalawa Bar - 7 min drive
  • Bahari Grill - 10 min drive
  • The Island - 6 min walk

About this property

TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar

Upscale beachfront hotel with 2 outdoor pools
Some rates at TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar are all-inclusive. These rates include onsite meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities like umbrellas and sun loungers. At TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar you can cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

Free breakfast is available daily. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a swim-up bar. Wired Internet is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This 4.5-star Pongwe hotel is smoke free.

  • 86 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
  • Swim-up bar
TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar offers 86 air-conditioned accommodations with bathrobes and slippers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. Smart televisions come with premium digital channels and pay movies.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

The onsite spa has 3 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Languages

English, Swahili

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Highchair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Full-service spa
  • Spa tub

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Pay movies
  • Smart TV with premium digital channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
At check-in, guests must provide a negative COVID-19 test result
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and up, and test must have been administered no more than 72 hours prior to check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a security system
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a security system in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. At check-in, guests must provide a negative COVID-19 test result. The negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and up, and the test must have been administered no more than 72 hours prior to check-in.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Toa Hotel Spa
TOA Hotel Spa Zanzibar
TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar Hotel
TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar Pongwe
TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar Hotel Pongwe

Frequently asked questions

How close is TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar to the airport?

TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar is 29.5 mi (78-min drive) away from the Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar?

As of May 12, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar on May 13, 2024 start from $200.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar.

How close is TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar offer free breakfast?

TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar have a pool?

TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar features 2 outdoor pools.

Does TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features sports massages and reflexology.

How close is TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar to downtown Pongwe?

TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar is 0.3 mi away from Pongwe.

TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Carrie, Kelowna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay here. This place is very clean, cool atmosphere and greta staff. My only con was that the food was just okay and there is no food, snacks or any other options available easily outside of the set times for meals. No amenities nearby but a great place to get away and relax by the pool and private beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Chinazo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the different pools. The property manager Mr Ally was so kind and welcoming.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

manfred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

kenneth

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Austin, Geneva

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing stay for our honeymoon. Excellent service and beautiful facilities that are well maintained. Food was consistently great. Nice massages although the spa area is a bit small. The beach itself was not the greatest due to seaweed but the staff did the best to rake it up during low tide. Beautiful pools and swim up bar. Only one area that might make sense to update a bit: For the price, it was odd that there were no sparkling wine options in the all in inclusive package and that certain common beach drinks made with local alcohol were extra (like pina coladas). Perhaps the all inclusive option should include a premium drink per day, or premium drinks are discounted if you're already paying all inclusive rates? Nevertheless we would strongly recommend this hotel and would definitely choose it again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laure

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous high end hotel, modern feel, immaculate throughout with exceptional customer service. Great food and drinks (all inclusive), beautifully designed spacious rooms, lovely pool and bar on the beach. A perfect place to relax after a week's safari, would highly recommend it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
TOA hotel was much better than we were expecting, we stayed for 4 nights for our honeymoon. Loads of great things about the hotel are : really modern, clean, great breeze (minimal mosquitos), right by the beach, private beach with lots of sun beds and umbrellas. They had entertainment on a Saturday and the food was really good each night. It’s about 1hr drive from stone town so that’s the only con if you want to be in that area but it seemed really busy in stone town when we were there so I preferred the east side with beaches.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

ABDULRAHIM

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
TOA is a new facility in the as-yet unspoiled Pongwe Beach area. The facility itself is beautiful, and kept immaculately clean. The staff are unfailingly kind, helpful and efficient, and everyone greets you with a smile and warmth. The food is delicious and beautifully prepared, and the grounds and amenities are spotless and carefully maintained. The most memorable part of the stay is the staff; I cannot say enough about how kind and generous they are. I highly recommend a stay at TOA.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023