Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa

5 stars
8.7
Very good
based on 461 reviews
461 reviews
Pingwe, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Pingwe, Zanzibar
+255 777 413 647
Thu 7/9
-
Fri 7/10
2 guests, 1 room
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$75
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
$136
Double room, bed type unknown
$200
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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.

8.7
Very good
461 reviews

Latest deals for Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa

Thu 7/9
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Fri 7/10
Superior room, bed type unknown
No inclusions
Superior room, bed type unknown
No inclusions
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
No inclusions
Luxury room, bed type unknown
No inclusions
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
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Superior room, bed type unknown
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Luxury room, bed type unknown
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Superior room, bed type unknown
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Deluxe room, bed type unknown
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Luxury room, bed type unknown
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Superior room, bed type unknown
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Superior room, bed type unknown
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Deluxe room, bed type unknown
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Luxury room, bed type unknown
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Superior room, bed type unknown
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Deluxe room, bed type unknown
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Standard room, bed type unknown
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Superior room, bed type unknown
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Deluxe room, bed type unknown
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Double room, bed type unknown
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Deluxe room, 2 twin beds
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Luxury room, 2 twin beds
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Superior room, bed type unknown
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Double room, bed type unknown
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Superior room, bed type unknown
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Deluxe room, bed type unknown
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Standard room, bed type unknown
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Deluxe room, bed type unknown
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Double room, bed type unknown
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*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
  • Snorkeling
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Bicycle rental
  • Tennis
  • Outdoor fireplace

Services and conveniences

  • Business center
  • Car rental
  • 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
  • 24hr 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)
  • Trash cans
  • 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 rental
  • Fishing
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Cycling
  • Darts
  • Scuba diving
  • Diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Evening entertainment
  • Table tennis
  • Pool table

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Child pool
  • Kids meals
  • Strollers
  • 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
  • Increased accessibility
  • 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
  • Pants press
  • Drying rack for clothing

Bedroom

  • Feather pillow
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Wardrobe or closet

Fitness

  • Aerobics
  • Fitness classes
  • Fitness center
  • 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

8.7
Very good
461 verified ratings
Wonderful
221
Very good
78
Good
65
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, l...
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Location

Pingwe, Zanzibar

What's nearby

  • Jozani Forest9.6 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

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Check-in/Check-out

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

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Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa

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March
February
$224
$231
Cheapest month to stay with an average 59% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 192% rise in price.
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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 March and September.
  • 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 Sunday 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 $213, while the most expensive was $213.
  • 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.

  • 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 20.5 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

8.3
21.7 mi
Zanzibar Intl
20.5 mi

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