Roll that over your tongue and picture an image. Thinking of endless beaches, dazzling blue oceans and havens of coconut palms with all the comforting luxuries of a sumptuous beach resort? The name really does capture the essence of this enchanting place.

There are 16 rooms and 6 suites, one of which - the Asali suite - is completely self-contained. The 16 thatched rooms are in close proximity of the beachfront. Seven of these are located at the front of the grounds

Pongwe Beach Hotel is an intimate 12-chalet island retreat built on the rocks of an enclosed bay on the north-east coast of Zanzibar. Easily reached by tarmac road, the hotel with its beautiful white beach is situated 45km from Stone Town.

Bluebay Beach Resort offers 88 sea-facing rooms, including 80 superior rooms, six deluxe rooms and two Sultan suites - with big price differences. The bungalows are thatched with makuti palms to blend in with the tropical environment.