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Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa

Hire with Private beach

5 stars

Pingwe, Zanzibar

+255 777 413 647
8.0
Very Good

based on 437 reviews

$105
Rate

per night

Room type
Provider
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Superior room
Standard Room
Deluxe room

About Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa, Zanzibar

Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.6
Location
8.6
Services
8.2
Staff
8.6
Value for money
7.7
Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa is located on Zanzibar, and offers 5-star accommodation as well as a private beach. It also provides a Jacuzzi, an indoor pool and outdoor tennis courts. Guests can enjoy a range of relaxing treatments and beauty therapy at the on-site spa, SAMAWATI Spa. Younger members of the family will always be entertained as there is an in-house games room and a kids club available. The resort features rooms equipped with a hair dryer and a mini bar, plus all the essentials to ensure a comfortable stay. Hot breakfasts are served at Marikiti and Bondeni each morning before guests venture off to explore the local area. After discovering the local area, guests can return for drinks at the in-house bar, then enjoy dinner at Eatalian or Grand Bleu. Zanzibar International Airport is a 60-minute drive from Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa. The staff at the tour desk are available to book and organise activities in Pingwe.

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Rooms

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Mon 25/11
Double room
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Queen room
2 queen beds
Deluxe room
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Standard Room
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Superior room
1 queen bed
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Executive room
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Luxury Room
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

Resort Amenities & Facilities

  • Private beach
  • Snorkelling
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Bicycle hire
  • Tennis

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Minibar
  • Shared kitchen
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Coffee machine
  • Dining area
  • Dining table

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Car hire
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Entertainment staff
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key access
  • Express check-out
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bottle of water

Basics

  • Internet
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

General

  • Window
  • Family rooms
  • Garden view
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Lockers
  • Pool view
  • Storage available
  • Sea view
  • Seating area
  • Sofa
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Telephone

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Public bath
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Additional toilet
  • Bathtub
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Walk-in shower

Things to do

  • Bicycle hire
  • Fishing
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Cycling
  • Darts
  • Scuba diving
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Evening entertainment
  • Table tennis
  • Pool table

Pool and spa

  • Spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool towels
  • Pool with a view
  • Private pool
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Saltwater pool
  • Massage
  • Pool bar

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Child pool
  • Kids meals
  • Indoor play area
  • Kids' club
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Playground
  • Baby safety gates

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance
  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Disabled access
  • Allergy-free room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs

Outdoor

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Private beach
  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Grill
  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Trouser press
  • Drying rack for clothing

Bedroom

  • Feather pillow
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Fitness

  • Aerobics
  • Fitness centre
  • Tennis

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Reviews

8.0
Very GoodBased on 437 verified guest reviews

Pros +
  • "Beautiful views, clean rooms and helpful people (especially menager - Alma!)." (in 3 reviews)
  • the beach was very beautiful. (in 7 reviews)
  • Good entertainment in the evenings. (in 2 reviews)
Cons -
  • "Food options, some staff not friendly" (in 3 reviews)
  • It's called infrastructure and no other hotel in Zanzibar charged me with that fee. (in 1 review)
  • "Check twice your bill at the checkout, I almost paid extra $100." (in 1 review)


Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa room booking info

Check in/Check out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 10:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.


Frequently asked questions

  • How does Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa compare to other 5-star hotels in Zanzibar?

    5-star hotels in Zanzibar typically cost $824/night, but Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa is typically available for $172/night, and is rated equally to its competitors.

  • How far is Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa from Zanzibar Intl?

    Driving distance from Zanzibar Intl to Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa and vice versa is 33.1 km and the overall drive time is about 1h 1min. Driving time can vary based on the time of day and traffic.

  • What is the best way to get to Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa from Zanzibar Intl?

    With parking available at Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa, you could always hire a car for as low as $45/day and park it at the hotel. This would give you freedom while visiting Zanzibar. Another more common option is to just take a taxi or rideshare service from the airport to Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa. The nearest airport to the hotel is Zanzibar Intl.

  • Are there food options at Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa?

    Yes, Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa does have a restaurant where you can sit down to eat or order something to take away. There are also many other quality food options in Zanzibar for those looking for something different. If you are staying at Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa, you are more than welcome to order food through the hotel’s room service menu.

  • Does Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa have a pool?

    Yes, Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa has a pool that customers can use. Typically, hotel pools have restrictions based on the time of day so be sure to speak to the front desk before using the pool.

  • What is the phone number for Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa?

    Is Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa pet-friendly?

  • Does Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • Is there a gym or fitness centre available to guests at Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa?

    Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa has a fitness centre available for guests who would like to use it throughout their stay.

  • What time is check-out for Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa?

    The required check-out time is 10:00. Please plan accordingly before your departure to avoid any penalties or fees.

  • How much is a room at Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa?

    $475/night is a good average price right now, and some users have even reported deals that start from only $171/night. However, prices can change based on the time of year you’re booking, the type of room you prefer, etc. Fill in the form above to get deals for your trip.

  • Is there laundry service in Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa?

    Yes, you can take care of all your laundry needs with the on-premise services at Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa, Zanzibar.

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