Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Fantastic views
Friendly staff
Clean and well-maintained resort
Excellent pool facilities
Cons:
Lack of food variety
Loud music during meals
Slow internet connection
Frequent power outages

Categories

Cleanliness
9.98
The resort is very clean and well maintained.
Service
10
Staff are friendly, helpful, and attentive, contributing positively to the stay.
Location
9.98
Conveniently located, though the shallow ocean requires a walk to swim.
Room Quality
10
Rooms are beautiful and well-equipped, with fantastic views.
Amenities
9.98
Excellent pool and beach bars, offering a relaxing atmosphere.
Value for Money
9.48
Overall, the value is acceptable; however, transfers could be included.
Food and Beverage
8.98
Food variety was lacking, and music at meal times was too loud.
Overall Experience
10
A very nice experience overall, with some minor limitations.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 08:25

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation & Amenities

TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar, nestled in the serene Pongwe, offers a luxurious stay just steps away from the picturesque Pongwe Beach. Each well-appointed unit features modern amenities such as air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom. Selected rooms boast terraces with stunning sea views, ensuring a truly indulgent experience.

Relaxation & Wellness

Indulge in ultimate relaxation at the hotel's outdoor swimming pool, wellness area, and garden. Unwind with a rejuvenating spa treatment or maintain your fitness routine at the on-site fitness centre. The bar and restaurant serve delectable African cuisine, providing a culinary delight for guests.

Convenience & Activities

With a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, and free WiFi, TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar ensures a seamless stay. Explore the area through fishing and cycling activities or opt for car hire to visit nearby attractions like Kiwengwa Beach and the Peace Memorial Museum. Experience unparalleled luxury and comfort at TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.8
Based on 572 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.98
Service: 10
Location: 9.98
Room Quality: 10
Amenities: 9.98
Value for Money: 9.48
Food and Beverage: 8.98
Overall Experience: 10
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Eric • family_with_children • be
8
Bon séjour, belle plage, belle chambre et bon buffet.
Pros:

En général, tout était bien mais ne vaut pas un 5 étoiles booking.

Cons:

Groupe électrogène juste à côté de la chambre.

2026-02-27 • via Nuitee
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Tif • couple • ch
8
Ces vacances ont été une belle surprise pour ma femme.
Pros:

La salle de sport était petite et le tapis de course ne fonctionnait pas bien.

Cons:

La seule chose que je n'ai pas aimée, c'est que je ne pouvais pas me baigner dans la mer tout le temps, car l'eau se retirait puis revenait après le déjeuner.

2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Marie • family_with_children • fr
10
Pros:

La nourriture, la gentillesse du personnel, la chambre spacieuse la literie
Les soirées sur la plage

Cons:

La plage, il y en a de plus jolie Zanzibar

2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Franziska • extended_group • de
9
Jederzeit wieder!
Pros:

Die komplette Crew war sehr freundlich und immer am lächeln. Wir hatten sehr viel Spaß mit ihnen!

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Safari experience • solo_traveller • tz
9
Good
Pros:

Amazing

Cons:

They were e nice

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Oumou • family_with_children • us
10
Magnifique.
Pros:

Le service était de qualité et l’hôtel était très propre.

Cons:

Tout était bien

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Vincent • family_with_children • nl
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • de
7
2026-01-10 • via Nuitee
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Roberto • couple • ch
8
2026-01-06 • via Nuitee
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Roshell • family_with_children • us
8
Pros:

Everyone was friendly
The rooms stay clean

Cons:

I didn't like the watery drinks, the low tides of the beach water, the pool is in front of where you eat but is beautiful at night. I didn't like being an hour away from other places.

2026-01-05 • via Nuitee
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Natasa • couple • gb
9
2026-01-03 • via Nuitee
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Virtanen71 • Family • Helsinki, Uusimaa
8
A nice, but not perfect resort
Pros:

We recently stayed at TOA Hotel & Spa, about an 80-minute drive from the airport. Overall the resort was a very nice, though not perfect, experience.

We arrived before noon but were able to check into our three rooms almost immediately, which was a great start. The Royal Suite was particularly enjoyable, offering a fantastic view. The resort is very clean, the staff are friendly and helpful, and the pool and beach bars make for a relaxing atmosphere. Even during the Xmas holiday season, the resort never felt overcrowded: no need for the usual “towel game” for lounge chairs.

On the downside, while the BBQ parties on the beach were fun, the regular food could have used more variety. Music at meal times was often too loud, making conversation difficult. Some guests smoked at the outdoor tables; a total smoking ban would improve the dining experience. We also experienced frequent power outages that left the A/C off, and the internet connection was slow and patchy.

It's important to note that the ocean is very shallow. Even at high tide, you have to walk hundreds of meters from the shore to swim. Luckily, the pool was excellent. Leaving the hotel beach meant being approached immediately by persistent hawkers.

2025-12-31 • via Tripadvisor
F
Floyd • couple • za
9
Fabulous! I could really come back if given the opportunity.
Pros:

The food was the best as they provided a variety of meals everyday. The staff was excellent and extremly friendly. Thanks to Ester and the rest (Josephat, Prince, Maburaka etc) they made it worth our while.

2025-12-23 • via Nuitee
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Ibtissam • family_with_children • ma
9
Hôtel Toa 1 adresse à ne pas rater à Zanzibar
Pros:

La piscine avec le bar au milieu .
Le dîner autour de la piscine avec 1 spectacle ts les soirs.C était 1 régal.
La chambre joliment décorée.
Personnel respectueux et attentionné

Cons:

Pas de machine à café ds la chambre
Marée basse

2025-12-21 • via Nuitee
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elib732 • Family • Tel Aviv, Tel Aviv District
10
Paradise
Pros:

We had the best time in our life!!!! Toa is the best hotel and experience that you can find! The team and the service was excellent!

2025-12-17 • via Tripadvisor
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RinahIL • Family
10
Luxurious home away from home
Pros:

The feeling at TOA is like a luxurious home away from home. The staff is attentive and hospitable, the rooms have everything you need and more. The hotel is beautiful, well maintained with attention to the smallest details. It’s felt as though they thought of everything to allow us to relax and enjoy

2025-12-17 • via Tripadvisor
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Anna • extended_group • pl
9
6dniowy wypad
Pros:

Jedzenie rewelacja

Cons:

Obok buduje sie hotel- hała

2025-12-16 • via Nuitee
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Kerstin • couple • de
7
Pros:

Schönes Zimmer mit Strandblick und nettes Personal.

Cons:

Das Essen ist durchschnittlich und hat zu wenige gesunde und vegetarische Optionen. Für mich wäre das Hotel eher ein 4 Sterne Haus. Der Strand hat die meiste Zeit Ebbe und ist zum Schwimmen leider ungeeignet.

2025-12-15 • via Nuitee
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alexandrup2025 • Couples
10
great place with amazing staff!
Pros:

Amazing place, excellent services. Staff was great reception especially Ester. Special thanks also to Yemes who made us exceptional cocktails.

2025-12-01 • via Tripadvisor
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HIPÓLITO • couple • mz
10
Férias "Top" em Zanzibar - Toa Hotel
Pros:

Gostei especialmente das instalações. Quarto super confortável, a dinâmica do restaurante, alternando entre jantar na praia e no edifício sempre com uma boa música ao vivo.
E claro, o bar da piscina e a hospitalidade dos colaboradores. Recordo-me muito bem do Mubarako e outros.

E pra quem quiser relaxar ainda mais tem o SPA que também é super!

Cons:

Pelo preço que cobra, julga que o tranfer do aeroporto para o hotel e vice-versa deveria estar incluído no pagamento.

2025-11-17 • via Nuitee