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Tikitam Palms Boutique Hotel

★★★★★ Mwadudu Ponwge Zanzibar, Pongwe, TZ

9.6 guest rating· 127 reviews

The five stars

Tikitam Palms Boutique Hotel holds a five-star rating in its official classification, the requirement for every property in the Hotels of Earth collection.

The service side of those stars shows in its listing: Swimming pool, Room service, Terrace, Spa/wellness center and Outdoor pool.

Guests score it 9.6/10 across 127 reviews.

About this hotel

Luxurious Accommodations

Experience a blend of African and modern art in our tastefully decorated villas and rooms at Tikitam Palms Boutique Hotel. Enjoy splendid views of the tropical garden or the sea from your air-conditioned unit, complete with a flat-screen TV and minibar. Relax in comfort with provided bathrobes and bathroom amenities.

Culinary Delights

Indulge in a buffet breakfast and savor local seafood, Arabian, Indian, and international cuisines at our two specialty restaurants. Don't miss our complimentary 5 o’clock tea at Mvua bar for a delightful treat during your stay.

Exciting Activities

From water polo to billiards, volleyball, and local bao games, there's never a dull moment at our property. Enjoy complimentary water sports equipment or join a local tour for a memorable experience.

Book your stay at Tikitam Palms Boutique Hotel for a luxurious and unforgettable experience in Pongwe, Zanzibar.

Rooms & rates

Safari Room

Sleeps 2 · 40 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Minibar

Massai Villa

Sleeps 2 · 46 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee machine

Coconut Room

Sleeps 2 · 40 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Tinga Tinga Room

Sleeps 1 · 27 m² · Twin bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony or patio
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi

Masai Villa

Sleeps 2 · 46 m² · King bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony or patio
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower

Coconut Room

Sleeps 2 · 40 m² · King bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony or patio
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi

Safari Room

Sleeps 2 · 40 m² · King bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony or patio
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi

Ocean Room

Sleeps 2 · 40 m² · King bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony or patio
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi

Luxury Villa, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Sleeps 2 · 46 m² · King bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony or patio
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower

Swahili Villa

Sleeps 2 · 46 m² · King bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony or patio
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool bar
  • Pool with view
  • Swimming pool
  • Swimming pool toys
  • Spa/wellness center
  • Free Parking
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Beach
  • Beachfront
  • Private beach area
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  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour desk
  • Room service
  • 24-hour security
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Airport drop off
  • Airport pick up
  • Badminton equipment
  • Bike tours
  • Billiards
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Canoeing
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Concierge service
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Cycling
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Designated smoking area
  • Diving
  • Evening entertainment
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Fishing
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Garden
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Happy hour
  • Invoice provided
  • Key access
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Live music/performance
  • Luggage storage
  • Massage services
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Picnic area
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Safety deposit box
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Security alarm
  • Shallow end
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Smoke alarms
  • Snorkelling
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Sun terrace
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Terrace
  • Themed dinner nights
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Tour/class on local culture
  • Walking tours
  • Water sport facilities on site
  • Wine/champagne

Location

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Mwadudu Ponwge Zanzibar, Pongwe, TZ

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say9.6127 reviews

+ Friendly staff+ Good value for moneyFood quality concernsLocation could be better
Cleanliness8.9
Service10.0
Location9.4
Room Quality9.9
Amenities9.9
Value for Money9.9

Traum-Strand-Urlaub

10.0

Wir hatten hier einen perfekten Urlaub

Alles war super

Laura-Andrea · DE · 2026-07-24

Guest review

10.0

Personal súper amable , el sitio es precioso para pasar tus vacaciones ,la comida es buenísima cada día te sorprendía con platos diferentes.Las habitaciones son muy amplia y la cama muy cómoda y una decoración con mucho gusto ,hemos pasado 5 noches muy cómodos ,si volviera a Zamzibar repetiría sin lugar a dudas

Mari · ES · 2026-07-16

Guest review

8.0

La disponibilité du personnel. La piscine et le jardin magnifique.

L'emplacement est assez isolé. C'est très calme . Trop calme. Les chambres sont immenses donc pas d'impression de cocooning.la plage n'est pas top .

Christian · FR · 2026-03-15

Wonderful experience

10.0

Our stay at this beautiful hotel in Zanzibar was absolutely perfect from start to finish. The location is breathtaking, middle in the beautiful garden full of flowers and trees. Our room was spacious, spotless, and elegantly designed with a wonderful blend of modern comfort, antique furniture and local Zanzibari charm. But it was the staff who truly made our experience exceptional. Everyone was warm, welcoming, and attentive, always going above and beyond to ensure we felt relaxed and cared for. The service was professional yet personal, which made us feel special throughout our stay. The food was outstanding — fresh seafood, delicious local dishes, and great selection of fresh squeezed juices for breakfast. Every meal was beautifully presented and full of flavor and local spices. And a relaxing Suni spa just made our stay perfect. This hotel exceeded all our expectations. If you are looking for luxury, tranquility, and authentic island hospitality in Zanzibar, this is the perfect place. We cannot wait to return! Highly recommended!

U3737DKjensm · 2026-02-26

Exceptional

10.0

I had an exceptional experience at Tikitam Palms. The location was perfect and the staff were courteous, friendly and helpful. My room was spacious and comfortable. The food was fresh and delicious. I highly recommend this Boutique Hotel.

R3889FPmichelef · 2026-02-07

😀😀😀

10.0

Fabulous place, with wonderfully kind staff. The garden is a paradise on earth, with various animals. Unlike Kenya, there are no thieves here, the birds and monkeys are completely peaceful. The pool is clean and fresh. The accommodation has 18 people, as far as I know, so the biggest "crowd" is only at dinner. This is also spread over the 2.5 hour dinner time. During the day, we did not meet anyone in the garden, except for the staff of course. It was like being in your own holiday home. The rooms are cleaned daily, the sanitary facilities are also very clean. We were there for the second time, 14 days this year. After such a long time, the food became a bit of a habit. However, the chef brought the highest level every day, preparing exceptionally delicious dishes from the ingredients. He is a fantastic person, as is everyone at the hotel. It was a special consideration that after our return home, just like last year, we were given a free night on our next holiday. We will definitely return. The only negative is the beach. Unfortunately it is rocky, not sandy, the tide is high and a lot of seaweed washes onto the shore, which they try to clean up with little success. But this is not the hotel's fault. We got around this by renting a motorbike and visiting several parts of the island, where we went to the most beautiful beaches.

940zsoltn · 2026-02-07

Hotels of Earth · questions

Is Tikitam Palms Boutique Hotel really a five-star hotel?
Yes. Its own classification data carries five stars; that rating, not a style label, is what puts a property in this collection.

Good to know

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Children and extra bed policy

Children are not allowed.

You haven't added any cots.

You haven't added any extra beds.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).