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Reviews of POLE POLE House 1 stars

Nungwi Road, Nungwi, Tanzania

#42 of 75 hotels in Nungwi

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Review score

Based on 92 hotel reviews

8.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.6

  • Comfort

    8.5

  • Location

    8.5

  • Facilities

    8.1

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    8.6

  • Free WiFi

    7.5

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  • Reviewed: 28 August 2025

    9.0
    Pole pole wrist bands!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff was great! Muhammad and the rest of the staff were very very welcoming (they gave us small pole pole wrist bands that give you discount for a lebanese restaurant near the beach) and friendly, always ready to help us and flexible for personal requests (Muhammad negotiated the price for our taxi and gave us free bottled water once the stores closed) ! The breakfast changed every morning so it was nice to have variety (different types of eggs, bread, sausages, salad, fruits, tea) . There was a power shortcut but it's not the hotel's fault. The power shortcut was on the whole island, so there was no light for 1-2 hours. The staff gave us lamps for our rooms while we were wating for the light to come back.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2025

    8.0
    Enjoyed my stay here during my vacation. They did a birthday celebration for me during my birthday which made it very sp
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Cottage with Garden View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No pool The room that doesn’t have a bathroom inside, but I requested for a room change after

    The room was comfortable The staff are very nice and kind

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 February 2025

    9.0
    Satisfied
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Family Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bathroom could have one or two shelves by the sink and there could be a smaller table in the room.

    Excelent staff. The room was simple but clean (cleaned every day) and cozy, equipped with a large fridge/freezer and AC. Breakfast was tasty and sufficient. We had two issues during our stay, one with the shower and one with the air conditioning, both were fixed immediately. We didn't notice any noise from the street when we wanted to go to sleep. Also there is a possibility to park the car next to the house, but the road to it is bumpy. Considering the price, the value for what we got is excellent.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 February 2025

    9.0
    Everything was perfect.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 7 nights

    I think the location is the best. It's near the beach Nungwui, near restaurants, rock bar and other beach restaurants, and the three main streets (the most main connecting villages with Daladala, the tourist shopping street and the main local shopping street with fruits and vegetables). The staff is really welcome, kind, smiley and always ready to help you or answer your questions. The price is excellent. The breakfast is a buffet with coffee, juice, jam and others. The room was cleaned every day. Our room was above the street and it wasn't noisy at all. There is really nice to backyards with places to sit, cradle and hammock.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 January 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    One point which could be improved is the WiFi, it’s slow, usually we were going to the restaurant to make a video call or book the tours etc using their WiFi.

    The breakfast is basic, but for the price you pay it’s reasonable. The staff is extremely helpful and cheerful, always ready to help. The house is located 10 min walking to the beach. Cleaning was done every day)

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 January 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Perfect location, just few minutes to the beach. Friendly staff especially Mr Mohamed who was very helpfull. Clean and calm place

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 January 2025

    8.0
    Was a great stay. It was neat and a friendly atmosphere
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The wifi was not available in the room due to poor strength. This was an inconvience as we needed to get out in the hot weather to comminicate. Breakfast was very basic and could be improved with different things per day. Though the fruit was great. The water pressure was not good for a shower as it trickled but the bathroom was beautiful.

    The cleanliness. The airconditioner. Mohamed was very helpful and friendly.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 December 2024

    9.0
    Very good price-performance ratio and the owner is ready to support you everytime
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The owner is great.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 December 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff is amazing

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 November 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 6 nights

    On two occasions i had plumbing issues in the bathroom, however the maintenance guy was readily available to get it fixed. The water pressure in the shower was also very low throughout my stay.

    The hotel did surpass my expectations. The location is great and quite close to nungwi beach. The staffs where especially kind and willing to offer assistance at all times. The breakfast was also tasty and filling, however i would recommend a variety of dishes be included. Electric kettles could also be made available in the rooms as this would allow guests to enjoy a hot beverage at any time without waiting till breakfast.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 November 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Bungalow with Fan
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I made a really late, last minute check in what wasn’t a problem. Staff was also really helpful, taking into the consideration the price range my stay was wonderful!

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 November 2024

    7.0
    Very nice . Staff are welcoming and place is affordable
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not having a restuarant for meals like lunch and dinner . They must included such services .

    The staff are welcoming

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 October 2024

    7.0
    It’s a decent place to stay, but has some hiccups to work through
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Just kind of weird vibes….seems like it’s under renovation or change of ownership perhaps. Some random weird things like stains on bedsheets and found a piece of apple skin stuck to the bathroom counter. Rooms distributed in weird locations. Breakfast was unfortunately pretty bad. A big issue was also that they didn’t even have drinks available to buy (like not even water). However, based on the price I paid for a spacious private room within walking distance to the beach, I think it’s somewhat fair that I got what I paid for.

    It was very affordable, and the main front desk person was very kind and helpful. The hibiscus tea upon arrival was a nice welcoming touch.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 October 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Family Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    They didn’t bring us new towels but besides that it was great

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 October 2024

    7.0
    Good value
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our room smelled quite damp. They didn't have enough towels for us to have a towel each and the ones we did get were all quite old.

    The owner was very responsive and answered our questions and helped us to book a taxi and boat trip before we arrived. It was really well priced for the area, the room had air con and there was a decent breakfast included.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 October 2024

    9.0
    very good accommodation
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Bungalow with Fan
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    one curtain was missing, so I couldn't close the whole window front

    very friendly staff and manager, comfortable rooms, good location, agreement with another restaurant for "private" beach with beach umbrella and deck chairs

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 October 2024

    8.0
    We enjoyed our stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was no one who came in to clean our room during our stay

    The room was spacious, we liked the cultural decor in the room. The staff were very friendly, welcoming, and helpful

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 October 2024

    9.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed was wobbly, probably because it was handmade.. idk And bit far from the main road and beach

    Room are cute

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 October 2024

    9.0
    Incredible value for money. Loved staying here. The staff really made our stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Family Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Friendly, helpful staff - the one receptionist even walked with us into the village to help us buy data and the kitchen staff went out of their way to make us ginger tea when we got sick, walking distance from the beach, lovely breakfast, beautiful little garden and chill area, amazing value for money

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 September 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Well situated, breakfast in the garden is nice, big rooms

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 September 2024

    9.0
    Good value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Being located near the beach and some clubs, sometimes it can be a bit noisy at night, but this can be fixed with earplugs. Also, the first night I arrived at 5 AM and I found the bedsheet was torn and stained, making a bad first impression. They did change it the next day, when cleaning the room.

    The hotel is situated at 10 minutes walk from the beach and in the night they have a security guard so it feels very safe. The breakfast is good, bufet style, with eggs, fresh fruit and vegetables etc. The staff is very friendly. Also, the room was clean and they cleaned it every day.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 September 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The owner was so friendly, and I absolutely loved the friendliness of the staff. Specially the receptionist, she was so easy to talk to. Felt like I was really at home here specially being on my own. Definitely value for money in my opinion , i had a beaut9ful room! Loved the bohemian feel of this place. They came and cleaned daily and sprayed for insects, for the price I was really surprised!

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 August 2024

    9.0
    Affordable and comfortable week in Nungwi
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There is more than one shared kitchen and it was unclear which one to use. The shared kitchens needs some new equipment and tools. Our spacious room would have been perfect with a table and chairs to sit comfortably - thank you to the nice staff that provided a temporary solution for our stay on request.

    Central position in Nungwi, nice building and beautiful interior design, our room was spacious and bright, very kind and helpful staff that was available 24/7, excellent quality-price with breakfast included. Very well taken care of by the owner.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 August 2024

    9.0
    Nice boutique hotel to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The sheets were not clean in the first place but the hotel owner Muhammed, who is a very nice guy smiling all the time, had them changed with the new sheets. The location was not showing the right place.

    Big room with 2 king sized beds, big refrigerator in the room, nice garden in the facility, hammock, friendly staff, security for the cars, free wi-fi, the most important is the hotel owner who smiles all the time, affordable price for a family room

    Stayed in August 2024

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