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Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included

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Pongwe Pwani, Pongwe, 3672
  • Place, Pongwe Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kiwengwa Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Slave Market
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪62 min drive‬

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About this property

Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort

At Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort, relax by one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or spend the day at the private white sand beach where you can enjoy volleyball.
Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with free minibar items and laptop-compatible safes. Rooms open to furnished patios. Each accommodation is individually decorated. LED televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and complimentary bottles of water. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

A private beach and complimentary bicycles are featured at the lodge. 2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a waterslide and a 24-hour fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages, facials and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic and reflexology.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the room service at Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Pongwe Beach. Enjoy features like free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free valet parking.
  • Free full breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free valet parking and self-parking
  • Enjoy local and international cuisine at Cobia, a fine-dining restaurant with ocean views
  • Splash around at the waterslide or swim in the 2 outdoor pools
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a private beach, a 24-hour gym and complimentary bicycles
  • 3.9 mi (6.2 km) from Kiwengwa Beach and 21.6 mi (34.7 km) from Slave Market
  • Free airport shuttle service
Some rates at Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort are all-inclusive. These rates include on-site 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.

Simply walk outside to smell the salty air and watch the ocean waves from the white sand beach. Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities, such as umbrellas and sunloungers. Bring your whole family to Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort for summer fun including 2 outdoor swimming pools, a children's pool and kayaking.

Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar, a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. This luxury lodge also offers a 24-hour fitness centre, a garden and a terrace. Self parking and valet parking are free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Pongwe lodge.

Guests are served a free full breakfast daily from 8 AM to 11:00 AM. The lodge hosts a free manager's reception daily.
Cobia – Overlooking the ocean and pool, this fine-dining restaurant specialises in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

All-inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort are available. These rates are higher because they include on-site food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Free secured, covered valet parking on site
  • Limited on-site valet and self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Cobia

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • 24-hour gym
  • Beach volleyball
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Waterslide
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Children's toys
  • High chair
  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Built in 2015
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Living plant wall
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual decor
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
An early check-in fee will be charged
Minimum check-in age - 17

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: 30 per cent of room rate

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 1 May and 31 May.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 250.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: 30 per cent of room rate (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 250.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort offers transfers from the airport. Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation 24 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • One child aged 3 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort Pongwe
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Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach
Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort Pongwe, Zanzibar Island
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Tulia Zanzibar Unique Pongwe
Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort Lodge
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Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort Lodge Pongwe

Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 111 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 111 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 111 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 111 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 111 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was amazing - right on the beach so you are staring at the ocean from bed. The service was wonderful - everyone was so helpful and so attentive. We really enjoyed the breakfast and the included massage was top rate.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was an amazing resort! Very tropical and relaxing. My girlfriend and I had a great time enjoying the meals and amenities. The staff was amazing and very welcoming. If we're ever back in Zanzibar, we will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tulia Zanzibar spared no detail when creating such a beautiful resort. We stayed here for three nights as part of our honeymoon and our biggest regret was not staying longer. Though pricey, Tulia is worth every penny. The food was delicious, the views are incredible, and the staff were fun, attentive and kind. We would fully recommend Tulia.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Eliza

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was amazing. Rooms were very big and clean. Staff are very friendly and extremely kind. Woukd highly recommend. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gabby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best hotel I’ve ever stayed at, the attention to detail was incredible. My favourite aspects were: The food: fantastic steaks, octopus and tuna steak in particular The dinner entertainment: Masai show, acrobatics, varied musical performances Unlimited private yoga: at no extra cost The island in the middle of the pool with a sun bed for two The staff: incredibly friendly, remembering your Order and going the extra mile The extra treats they organised to celebrate our honeymoon
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine

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

Amazing place, accommodations and people

All was perfect, rooms are amazing, the staff is there for you, but very discrete, anticipating all your needs and smiling all the time. Kindness is the master word in a peaceful place.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is magical ! The beach right off the resort is heavenly. But the best part was definitely the kindness of all the staff !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top notch service from check in to check out. The staff was incredibly kind and accommodating to any request. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an incredibly beautiful property with an amazing staff. It's a slice of paradise.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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6/10 Okay

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Wonderful magical gardens . Lovely friendly staff . Great gym . Although breakfast good all other meals were very tasteless . Even the mayonnaise and butter were of poor quality . After paying for one of your best rooms we were left very disappointed . The old fashioned shower wasn’t really of 5 star standard . Also the lack of electricity for half a day wasn’t great . One last thing . I loved the enthusiasm of the staff but didn’t enjoy Bay City Rollers beating out at breakfast just as I’d woken up .
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim

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

A magnificent retreat on Zanzibar

Stunning hotel with very attentive staff where nothing was too much trouble. A great place to simply relax and do nothing. Excellent breakfasts and good choices for lunch and dinner with menus changed daily. Spotlessly clean with large air conditioned rooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Corrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our best holiday EVER. Amazing people awesome villa and fabulous food. Perfect in every way x
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

anastacia

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

Incredible and highly recommended

beautiful hotel Amazing staff and service And the food is a piece of art Top class chef We enjoyed every minute
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very private and a wonderful spot. Very friendly and helpful staff. Perfect experience
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Art

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tulia is one of the best resorts we have stayed at. The staff went overboard to make our daughter’s birthday celebration spectacular. They made a special cake and danced and sang for her. There is nightly entertainment. The food was delicious. The ocean view is unbeatable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

muna

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

Lovely property

I stayed 4 days after a safari its a lovely small hotel was makes it special is the service and food, there is night intertatianment , quiet in the day if you want a quiet time this is a great choice if you want a lot of activities and moter sports this not for you
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Heavenly tropical paradise. Wonderful in every way. Feels so private and secluded - I can't imagine finding a better resort anywhere else in the world. Stay as long as you can (4 days was not enough!!)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

elisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything at Tulia was lovely. The gardens surrounding the rooms were exquisitely manicured and the vegetable garden was impressive. the entire property was very picturesque and the staff could not have been nicer. They made us feel like family. i would highly recommend this resort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Mohammad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely exceptional. Everything about this resort was sensational, from the friendly service that goes the extra mile, the wonderfully curated dining options every day, to the gardens that were so immaculately looked after, down to the wonderfully serene pool area. I'm privileged enough to have visited many world class resorts across every corner of the globe and this very much ranks amongst the best of them.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed at many beach resorts in different countries around the world and none of them would top Tulia. It is just a fantastic small resort and everyone there seems to go out of their way to make you feel welcome and make your time there enjoyable. As we're from the United States we just wish it was closer but if we have the opportunity to visit that part of the world again we will definitely try and stay a few days at Tulia Zanzibar.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

kim

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

Best stay ever!

Tulia is truly a amazing hotel that goes long over expectation. Everything from the lovely garden, to the farm where the grow all vegetables to the food, the beautiful setting and design of the hotel, ocean views, coctails, nice spa, free sups and cayaks and sailing, to the most friendly staffs and great service from the first minute you arrive until you check out. It is a truly gem! I rarely give a 5, but Tulia is one of a kind!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at Tulia for 5 days following a safari. The resort was amazing but the best part was the staff. They did everything they possibly could to make our stay the best it could be. They were the friendliest, happiest people we have come across in our travels. The food was outstanding, with plenty of options. We had our flight get delayed and they allowed us to stay on property and use the facilities while we waited. They even arranged for us to shower in the spa before we left. One of the best resorts I have ever been to and hope to go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Evan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had an unforgettable experience at Tulia Zanzibar during our honeymoon. The food was absolutely amazing—truly high-end and exceeded our expectations. The service was beyond phenomenal; the staff were some of the best we've ever encountered, with Joseph standing out as an exceptional member of the team. They made us feel incredibly special, surprising us with thoughtful little touches throughout our stay. The property itself is stunning, offering a serene and picturesque environment. We also loved the farm, which provided fresh, garden-grown fruits and vegetables, adding to the overall charm. Highly recommend!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean

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

Oasis in Zanzibar

Tulia is where dreams are made. Beautiful villas, ours was only seven steps to the water and had everything to make our stay comfortable, excellent bed, quiet, great shower and bath area, nice seating, good wifi and a desk for my computer. The grounds are magnificent and they have their own farm so all the food was super fresh. The food could be a reason to come here on its own. Gourmet Traveller magazine would be thrilled to do an article. We have been to Michelin restaurants which don't measure up to the presentation and ingredients in every meal . There is a decent wine list and a very comprehensive bar. The shining light though is the amazing quality of their staff, charming, knowledgeable and just perfect. We will certainly come back, we were so sorry to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raoul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a great experience here. The staff was so helpful and friendly. Henry was a great host and answered all our questions and took us on an interesting tour of the hotel--vegetable garden, duck and chicken yard, eco-friendly aspects, operations with explanations of staff experience. The only draw back is that there is a large tidal shift everyday and there is not a traditional beach at this hotel. The hotel is actually set up on a rocky bluff. They have built a sandy area on the bluff and you can look out over the ocean. You take stairs down to the water and can walk to the next hotel over and sit on the beach when the tide is out. The villas are not set up for kids as there are no railings and there is quiet a drop off the bluff. The villa had a wonderful porch with lounge chairs, a couch and chairs. It was wonderful to watch the sunrise! We also enjoyed a great massage at the spa again the staff was super friendly and made for a great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023