Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa

5 stars
7.8
Good
based on 462 reviews
462 reviews
Fri 9/4
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Sat 9/5
2 guests, 1 room
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Overview

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 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.

Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa offers a variety of meal options with on-site restaurants, Marikiti and Bondeni. 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 the resort. The staff at the tour desk are available to book and organize activities in Pingwe.

7.8
Good
462 reviews

Latest deals for Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa

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$136
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Compare prices for Deluxe room, Superior room and 31 more Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa deals.
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$136
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Superior room, bed type unknown
$140
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Luxury room, bed type unknown
$223
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Superior room, bed type unknown
$180
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Deluxe room, bed type unknown
$195
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Luxury room, bed type unknown
$366
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Deluxe room, 2 twin beds
$184
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Luxury room, 2 twin beds
$215
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Superior room, bed type unknown
$250
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Deluxe room, bed type unknown
$195
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Superior room, bed type unknown
$201
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Luxury room, bed type unknown
$231
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Superior room, bed type unknown
$214
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Deluxe room, bed type unknown
$260
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Luxury room, bed type unknown
$282
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Deluxe room, bed type unknown
$220
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Superior room, bed type unknown
$271
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Luxury room, bed type unknown
$315
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Deluxe room, bed type unknown
$226
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Double room, bed type unknown
$264
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Superior room, bed type unknown
$303
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Deluxe room, bed type unknown
$241
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Standard room, bed type unknown
$256
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Deluxe room, bed type unknown
$261
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Superior room, bed type unknown
$274
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Standard room, bed type unknown
$310
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Superior room, bed type unknown
$294
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Amenities at Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa

  • Private beach
  • Snorkeling
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Bicycle rental
  • Tennis
  • Coffee machine

Things to do

  • Bicycle rental
  • Fishing
  • Pool table
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling

Basics

  • Internet
  • Wi-Fi
  • Fan
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free toiletries

Services and conveniences

  • Business center
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • 24hr front desk

Kitchen

  • Kettle
  • Coffee machine
  • Kitchen

Outdoor

  • Grill
  • Private beach
  • Garden

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Minibar

Fitness

  • Fitness classes
  • Fitness center
  • Tennis

Pool and spa

  • Spa
  • Outdoor pool

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service

Family friendly

  • Playground
  • Child pool

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle

Accessibility and suitability

  • Designated smoking area

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer

Workspace

  • Desk

General

  • Storage available

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Reviews of Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa

7.8
Good
462 verified ratings
Wonderful
223
Very good
79
Good
63
Okay
24
Fair
22
Mediocre
15
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 Forest9.7 mi
  • Livingstone's House21.4 mi
  • Cheetah's Rock21.9 mi
  • Christ Church22.1 mi
  • Slave Chambers22.1 mi
  • Stone Town22.1 mi
  • House of Wonders22.3 mi
  • Old Fort22.3 mi
  • Forodhani Gardens22.3 mi
  • Stone Town Beach22.4 mi
  • Kwale Island22.5 mi
  • Changuu Island23.9 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 10:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.
License number: Z0000049771

Essential information about Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa

Low season

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Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

March
February
$308
$259
Cheapest month to stay with an average 53% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 233% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa

Which month has the cheapest rates at Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa?

The cheapest month to stay at Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa is May, with an average nightly rate of $220. The most expensive month is January at $351 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa?

The cheapest day to book Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa is Monday, with an average nightly rate of $221. The most expensive day is Tuesday at $446 per night.

How far in advance should you book Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa?

To get the best price at Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa, book around 7 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 53% compared to booking last minute.

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 March and June.
  • 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 Monday 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 $282, while the most expensive was $282.
  • How long should you stay at Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 5 days.

FAQs when booking at Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa

  • Where is Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa located?

    Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa is located at Pingwe, 21.7 miles from the center 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 2:00 PM and check-out time is 10:00 AM at Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa.

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

    Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa is 20.6 miles from Zanzibar Intl. Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa is 55 miles from Dar Es Salaam.

  • Does Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa have a pool?

    Yes, Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa has a pool onsite.

  • 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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Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

7.3
21.7 mi
Zanzibar Intl
20.6 mi