Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa

5 stars
Pingwe, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Zanzibar, Tanzania
+255 777 413 647
8,6
Very good
based on 472 reviews
472 reviews
Tue 26/5
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Wed 27/5
2 guests, 1 room
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R1 248
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Nightly total
Superior room
R1 248
Deluxe room
R2 264
Standard Room
R2 881
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Overview

Boasting an indoor pool, a private beach and outdoor tennis courts, Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa is a luxurious base in Pingwe. It has a spa and wellness centre, as well as a kids club, a Jacuzzi and a 24-hour reception.

The resort has 119 rooms that are filled with all the necessities to ensure an enjoyable stay. They are also fitted with a hair dryer and a mini bar.

The resort offers a variety of meal options with on-site restaurants, Marikiti and Bondeni. There is an in-house bar and night club, so those staying at the resort need look no further for a night of entertainment. There is also an on-site restaurant called Eatalian.

Zanzibar International Airport is a 60-minute drive from Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa. Jambiani and Paje are located an easy drive from the property.

8,6
Very good rating
Based on 472 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa

Tue 26/5
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Wed 27/5
Luxury Room
bed type unknown
R3 519
nightly with fees
2 twin beds
R3 573
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R3 661
nightly with fees
Double room
bed type unknown
R3 335
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R3 509
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R3 657
nightly with fees
Superior room
bed type unknown
R1 248
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 841
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R2 325
nightly with fees
Standard Room
bed type unknown
R2 881
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R4 001
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R4 262
nightly with fees
Executive room
bed type unknown
R6 699
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R9 920
nightly with fees
Deluxe room
bed type unknown
R2 264
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R2 681
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R2 744
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa

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

Services and conveniences

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

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

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

Family friendly

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

Outdoor

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Private beach
  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach chairs
  • Grill
  • Balcony

Pool and spa

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

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

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Mosquito net
  • 24-hour security
  • First-aid kit

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

Fitness

  • Aerobics
  • Fitness classes
  • Fitness centre
  • Tennis

Media and entertainment

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

Parking and transportation

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

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Reviews of Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa

8,6
Very good
472 verified ratings
Wonderful
223
Very good
80
Good
65
Okay
27
Fair
22
Mediocre
19
Poor
36

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5.1
Fair
Hendrik Bernardus, Apr 2018
Pros (+) Scenery.
Cons (-) Everything is very expensive and quality is mediocre For example, maximum dollar prices are charged for everything, then 5% is still added for credit card payments. Food was mediocre, mass produced, low cost options. Avoid the rainy season at all costs.

Location

Pingwe, Zanzibar

What's nearby

  • Jozani Forest15.5 km
  • Livingstone's House34.4 km
  • Cheetah's Rock35.2 km
  • Christ Church35.5 km
  • Slave Chambers35.5 km
  • Stone Town35.5 km
  • House of Wonders35.8 km
  • Old Fort35.9 km
  • Forodhani Gardens35.9 km
  • Stone Town Beach36.1 km
  • Kwale Island36.2 km
  • Changuu Island38.4 km

Policies

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.

Essential information about Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa

Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

April
September
R4 997
R3 525
Cheapest month to stay with an average 17% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 44% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in April and May.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa, plan to stay on a Friday or Saturday. The most expensive day is usually Tuesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was R1 833, while the most expensive was R3 665.
  • How long should you stay at Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 8 days.

FAQs when booking at Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa

  • Where is Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa located?

    Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa is located at Pingwe, 34,9 km from the centre of Zanzibar. Jozani Forest is the closest landmark to Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 10:00 at Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa.

  • Does Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa from the airport?

    Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa is 33,1 km from Zanzibar Intl. Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa is 88,5 km from Dar Es Salaam.

  • Does Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa have a pool?

    Yes, Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa in Zanzibar and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa.

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Good to know

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Distance to city centre

Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8,2
34,9 km
Zanzibar Intl
33,1 km

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