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TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar

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Luxury
4.5 star property
9.4

Exceptional

Zanzibar retreat with private beach

Beachfront yoga sessions unfold in an ocean-view studio where tranquility meets breathtaking vistas. Two pools beckon nearby, with swim-up bars serving cocktails during happy hour. Romantic beach dinners create ethereal experiences under the stars, with attentive staff anticipating every need.

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Deluxe Room, Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Honeymoon Suite, Private Pool (Adults Only) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Honeymoon Suite, Private Pool (Adults Only)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Private spa tub

Royal Suite, Hot Tub, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Superior Room, Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Superior Room, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Pongwe, TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar is on the beach. Kidichi Spice Farm and Sea Cliff Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kiwengwa Beach and Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park. Siso Spice Farm and Kariakoo Amusement Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkeling and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding. Visit our Pongwe travel guide
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12 Pongwe Road, Pongwe, Unguja South Region

What's nearby

  • Kiwengwa Beach
    Kiwengwa Beach
    8 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Muyuni Beach
    Muyuni Beach
    26 min drive - 21.9 km
  • Slave Market
    Slave Market
    54 min drive - 40.6 km
  • Shangani Beach
    Shangani Beach
    55 min drive - 41.0 km
  • Pongwe Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ)
    76 min drive

Restaurants

  • Yako
    7 min drive
  • The Wok
    11 min drive
  • Sea Bar @ Uroa Bay Beach Resort
    7 min drive
  • The Level Restaurant
    12 min drive
  • Bahari Grill
    10 min drive

About this property

TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar

Luxury hotel by the ocean
At TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a swim-up bar, and a coffee shop/cafe. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and sun loungers. Treat yourself to reflexology or a deep-tissue massage at the onsite spa. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and 2 bars.
Other perks include:
  • 2 outdoor pools along with sun loungers, pool umbrellas, and a lifeguard on site
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and concierge services
  • Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and a reception hall
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 101 individually furnished rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters
  • Rainfall showers, bidets, and free toiletries
  • 43-inch Smart TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and highchairs

All inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

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Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • Hotel Bar

Things to do

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Coworking space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

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

More

  • Ballroom
  • Lifeguards
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
  • Pay movies

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 the property

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night
  • An effective city/local tax rate of 12.00 percent will be charged

We have included 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa

Frequently asked questions

Does TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

Is TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

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

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

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

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar?

Some rate plans available at this hotel are all-inclusive.

Where is TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar located?

This Pongwe hotel is on the beach, steps from Pongwe Beach, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Kiwengwa Beach and Uroa Beach. Marumbi Beach and Mapenzi Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They absolutely spoilt us there, was wonderful. The staff were so kind.....made me fall in love with Zanzibar. Pinkie...
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juanita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, staff are amazing, good size smaller hotel, has just what you need!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were wonderful and very accommodating, the beach is big, and restaurant nearby is 10/10.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin Gachonde

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tranquility at it's finest. If you're looking to have a relaxing vacation, this is the place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

catriona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The honeymoon suite with private plunge pool was lovely. The bed was very comfortable and the room had a large bathroom and shower area. The room was beach front with a small shaded terrace. The food was mixed. Sometimes good and other no so good. Unfortunately we got food poisoning whilst there which ruined the last couple of days stay there.
Main pool
Private plunge pool
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our time at TOA. Facilities were excellent and staff were very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I stayed here for a week and every day I felt welcomed. I’ve already recommend this location to all my friends and family.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

Everything was amazing! Ester was amazing. The staff super nice. The hotel was beautiful and ever clean
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bhishma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved our stay at Toa Hotel and Spa! The service was exceptional, with staff who truly go above and beyond. I wish I can give it a 10 star for their service! The rooms are stunning, with private pools and direct beach access. We enjoyed the delicious food made with love, and the beach dinners were unforgettable, complete with an amazing show under the stars. The pools are beautiful, and the whole property feels peaceful and luxurious. If you’re coming to Zanzibar, this is the place to stay. Highly recommended!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an amazing hotel! Great buffet style food and lovely staff. Beautiful ocean front Yoga studio. Small but acceptable gym. Pools were great. Happy hour on the upper deck was nice. Beach at low tide was good for walking but a lot of kelp.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Petra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We booked an amazing room with a big balcony/patio and a jacuzzi. The welcoming of the staff was amazing, Ester in particular. The all inclusive is great. Many choices, super fresh food and you can even choose a la carte and sparkling wines. The views are amazing. The pool perfect. The only problem this hotel currently have is that there is a construction site right next door. Ask for a room as far from that as possible It's still worth visiting this hotel! We would happily return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Carrie

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaquy Kadija

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Toa was the most amazing hotel I have ever stayed at. Truly 5 stars. From the amazing rooms, to the food options. I had dinner on the beach twice during my stay and it was soo romantic and ethereal definitely something I will always remember. Got an amazing massage as well during my stay, I highly recommend using their spa facilities. The staff was the most amazing part, so genuine and each and everyone went above and beyond they anticipated anything I needed and was there before I could ask. As a person who works in the service industry here in New York I can honestly say that their service is the best. I can’t wait to come back with friends and family
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Marlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff saved us a sandwich because their kitchen was closed and our flight was delayed so they thought of us. That was really nice. The staff is friendly and nice. I was a little disappointed because The sea view is not really sea view. We left a message for the hotel through Expedia to see if they had an airport shuttle but no response. You can see the sea through what looks to be a soon to be construction site. The all inclusive was not in my booking. Only breakfast was included but I didn’t have the energy to argue about it even though the lady at the front desk was polite about it and asked me to check with the day staff. The cleaners are always talking infront of your balcony so I was woken up early a few times. The breakfast was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar is a fairly new, very clean and cozy resort. The beach isn’t great for swimming, but we knew this at the time of the booking. The pool area is nice, but the water is a bit cold. We booked a room with a jacuzzi, but unfortunately there were quite a few problems with the jacuzzi. They tried to clean and fix the jacuzzi a few times, but the water temperature would not hold comfortable (either too hot or cold) and the jacuzzi kept getting debris from the hosing. The room cleaning took ages and wasn’t completed at one time. Housekeeping came there many times a day and didn’t really respect our privacy. The room was always very clean though. The food was good and nice variability through our stay. The only exception were the dessert cakes, which didn’t have any taste (seems to be the case everywhere in Tanzania). The beach dinner was particularly nice! Special thanks go to waitress Saida and pasta chef Abdillah. They were always very friendly to all guests and took pride in their work. The snorkeling tour booked through Funzibar, that works in TOA, was great. However, beware of booking transportation through them or at least make sure you have extra time for the travel. Both times we did that, the driver wasn’t there at the time of departure. No one was expecting us at the airport when we arrived, and the driver wasn’t there either when we were leaving. Overall, we had a really pleasant stay in TOA. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful complex, highly recommended:)
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johnnetta Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very accommodating, the rooms were beautiful, the spa was relaxing, and the grounds were immaculate. I would absolutely stay at TOA again and recommend it to anyone visiting Zanzibar.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dante

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning property, great food and staff. The only catch is that high tide/low tide makes it almost impossible to swim (in January it’s low tide until 4pm).
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laure

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From beginning to end the staff was VERY nice and the accommodations was was really clean. They also helped with planning day trips around the island.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

alain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service was perfect we ask something and we got it. People are friendly and the place is amazing clean and beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gem in Pongwe

3rd stay in 3 months, its cosy and clean, i would stay there again and again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022