Panga Chumvi gives outstanding value for money in a beautiful setting with an excellent restaurant and brilliant, smiling, friendly staff. We had a sea facing studio. It was HUGE and the view directly to the beach was amazing. Comfortable beds, excellent Wifi in the room (possibly because we were near the restaurant/central Wifi point) beautiful large shower room and our own patio for sunbathing/lounging. We went for the half board option, which is very unlike us. We normal choose to eat in local restaurants. However, it was a blessing as my husband got food poisoning in Stonetown so we felt safer,health wise, eating in the hotel restaurant which served the best food of our 3 week stay at 4 different hotels. The pool was lovely and quiet and the tropical gardens well tended. I would not hesitate to recommend this place if you want a quiet week on a beautiful tropical beach with the whitest sand I have seen in the World. Even better than The Seychelles!

There is nothing the hotel could do to improve our stay. The only thing we didn't like was that the beach was a little quiet for us. Although VAST and beautiful, there was little to do but walk or go on an over priced boat trip to the dolphins and reef which, as everyone did it, had FAR too many boats at any one time troubling the dolphins. Kite surfing was an option but the tide and wind were only suitable for this at very limited times on certain days.

The rooms were very cozy with a nice rustic vibe. The landscaping of the hotel was beautiful. The hotel grounds were overflowing with flora, a lot of it blooming in various colors. There's also a pool that is perfect for low tide times, where the sea level is too low to swim in. I really liked the selection of fresh fruits offered at breakfast. Most of the dishes served tasted really good.

I would've liked there to be more variety between the lunch and dinner menus. I didn't really enjoy the air refreshener spray used after cleaning. I think it was un-necessary, could've done without.

The location is excellent on a quiet clean beach. So if you're looking for peace and quiet, this is the place to be. It is just as beautiful as Nungwi but without the crowd and bars and noise. Though we did go to Nungwi for a sunset cruise which made us appreciate Matweme beach even more. Resort was easy to locate as it was well marked from the main road. The staff were excellent and welcoming. Very helpful in planning for things to do and booking transport. Rooms are basic but spacious, clean and with AC and fan and hot water. Beds were comfy. A clean small pool that has a baby pool. They have a generator that ran even the A/C so we were not inconvenienced by the frequent blackouts. Breakfast was okay..fruits, eggs, pancakes bread and butter, fresh juice and they made ma adrican tea. So definitely recommend it for families and anyone looking for peace and quiet.

No water in the room you have to pay but they gave us for free. Restaurant prices were quite hefty. Husband was not happy that a beer goes for $4. Our soap was not replaced ..used it untill it was paper thin.

Absolutely brilliant place. Very helpfull staff, all of them smiling and ready to help, lovely people willing to share their culture! The garden is very nice, well maintained, and we were very satisfied ( sometimes even more) with the meals. Highly recommended.

My only criticism is the coffee situation, i would have loved to have real coffee instead of instant, but i know they had a machine that had a technical problem during our stay.

I spent a wonderful 20 days at Panga Chumvi. I was in Paradise:D. This is my second stay in Zanzibar and my first in Panga Chumvi. This is my most beautiful vacation ever !!!. I felt cared for and happy every day. Now I know that when it comes to Zanzibar it is only in Panga Chumvi. Upon arrival at the Hotel, you will be welcomed by smiling Manager Jamal, who is present at the hotel all the time. He is a wonderful person, he is always here to help, Thank you. Because this place is created by wonderful people who are always smiling, beautiful from the outside and inside with a great heart and empathy: Agnesi, Arabia, Heriethy, Kayaya, Kelvin, Liberatha, Thank you. Here I have to write about a kitchen that serves only fresh local produce. Everything tastes great! The breakfasts overlooking the ocean are priceless. Lunch, delicious dinner. You can talk to the Chef and he will prepare for you what you want. Thank you. Panga Chumvi is a magical place with a beautiful garden, singing birds and the characteristic sound of cicadas. All rooms decorated in African style, cleaned daily by beautiful smiling women, Thank you. It is a place for people who are looking for peace, respite, peace and intimacy. Panga Chumvi I wish you all the best. I sincerely hope to come back. I want and miss it so much. Grateful Beata.

Everything was wonderful.

Very relaxing place on the beach. It is on a quiet part of the Island which was perfect for us! The staff are super friendly, and the manager Jamal was very accomodating, helped us with everything we needed and made us feel very welcome.

There where some issues with the electricity some of the days. So no lights and the restaurant wasn’t able to prepare all dishes on the menu

Our recent stay at this Zanzibar hotel was simply fantastic. We were blown away by: Exceptional Staff: The kindness and helpfulness of the staff, including room service and managers, made us feel incredibly welcome. Beachfront Bliss: The hotel's prime location on the beach allowed us to wake up to breathtaking sunrises and enjoy lazy afternoons in hammocks under swaying palm trees. Aesthetic Beauty: The hotel's design seamlessly blended with its surroundings, creating a serene and elegant atmosphere. Seaside Breakfasts: The terrace overlooking the sea offered a perfect spot for delicious breakfasts with stunning views. Sunrise Magic: Waking up to the sunrise over the Indian Ocean was a magical experience. In summary, our stay was a dream come true, thanks to the wonderful staff, beachfront location, hotel's beauty, peaceful hammock moments, seaside breakfasts, and mesmerizing sunrises. We can't wait to return to this Zanzibar gem.

Our recent stay at this Zanzibar hotel was absolutely delightful, and we're already looking forward to returning. However, we did notice a couple of areas that could use some improvement: Uncomfortable Flooring: One minor issue was the discomfort caused by the wooden parquet flooring in our room. It had a tendency to pinch our feet, which was slightly inconvenient. Unreliable Internet: Another point of concern was the unreliable internet connection. In today's interconnected world, having a consistent and fast internet connection is essential, and unfortunately, it didn't meet our expectations during our stay. Despite these minor drawbacks, our overall experience at the hotel was outstanding.

The resort location is exactly as we were looking for, so relaxing and nice. I already miss the hammock between the coconut trees and my room terrace watching the sea and hearing the calming sea waves. The rooms were clean and the beds were comfortable. The resort gives genuine and authentic Zanzibar appearance and vibes. The pool and the pool area is nice. The sea swim was very enjoyable at the high tide and the sand is so nice that we could play all day and night. Short walks on the beach to neighbouring places. The night sky with glittering stars by 11pm is amazing and magnificent. Special thanks to Cara who made sure we are staying at nice rooms and supported our check in. Jamal, the resort manager was beyond words can express how wonderful and hospitable he is. Awazi was great, attentive and responsive made sure our check-in was smooth and he was welcoming (we all miss you Awazi). The housekeeping staff headed by Paulina (Super nice person) were great and efficient. The evening housekeeping and spraying team were very nice and 😁 joyful. Aysha, Harriet, Jessica, Halima, Zaineb, Kayaka, Kalvin and the remaining restaurant staff were amazing; professional, friendly and pleasant. The food was excellent and delicious (world class chefs and kitchen team). The Maasai show on the beach is unforgettable. Also noticed the patrons who come to stay at the resort are from all over the world and generally nice people. The resort overall was safe, friendly and happy. The facilities are well maintained and the landscaping is beautiful. Our activities and transports efficiently arranged by Jamal and Awazi. This is a resort that I highly recommend for everyone; single traveller or couples or family. We have stayed 8 wonderful days here and we absolutely shall return back again. Once again, THANKS Panga Chumvi Resort.

I really enjoyed my time at Panga Chumvi. It’s located on a quiet beach with not so many beach boys and masais running around. The territory is rather big and well maintained. Rooms are clean, hot water, toiletries, kettle, mosquito net, a/c in place. Breakfast is good. I would recommend to take at least the half board option as there are not so many places around to eat and food in the restaurant is way better than in an average local restaurant in my experience on Zanzibar. The staff is great, not intrusive, polite and Jamal makes sure you get what you want from your vacation.

The only thing that caused confusion was the room location, in description it says with sea view and expectations were that it would be in the front line, in reality the room was in the back behind restaurant and there was only little part of ocean seen. If it was called for example as a room with partial sea view, I wouldn’t have those expectations. But I was lucky that the hotel wasn’t full at the time and I got another room that was perfect for me.

We spent our honeymoon at Panga Chumwi and really enjoyed it. The staff is very supportive and friendly, especially the waitresses in the restaurant. The friendly General Manager organised snorceling and diving trips for us as well as the airport taxi - everything was very well organised and in time. We booked half board and really liked the meals. You can choose seafood and curry meals which change every day, but you also can choose from the menu every meal you like. They offer also pizza and burger, but excellence of the cook is definiately in preparing seafood. The hotel is very clean, they clean the whole hotel including the park every morning. On our last evening we had a very romatic beach dinner. The beach is very quiet, there are no shops around the hotel, you have to walk about 40 minutes along the white beach to the next small town. When there is low tide you can't swim in the sea, but the pool is very inviting. Don't forget your bathing shoes, as there are many sea urchins in the sea.

The water pressure is low in the first floor.