Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa

5 stars
Pingwe, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Zanzibar, Tanzania
+255 777 413 647
8.6
Very good
based on 479 reviews
479 reviews
Fri 17/4
-
Sat 18/4
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
C$ 104
/Cheapest rate per night
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Superior Room, bed type unknown
C$ 104
Superior Room, bed type unknown
C$ 153
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
C$ 188
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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.

8.6
Very good rating
Based on 479 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa

Fri 17/4
-
Sat 18/4
Superior Room, bed type unknown
C$ 104
nightly with fees
Superior Room, bed type unknown
C$ 153
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
C$ 223
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
C$ 304
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
C$ 188
nightly with fees
Superior Room, bed type unknown
C$ 193
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
C$ 239
nightly with fees
Superior Room, bed type unknown
C$ 213
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
C$ 325
nightly with fees
Luxury Room, bed type unknown
C$ 429
nightly with fees
Superior Room, bed type unknown
C$ 224
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
C$ 228
nightly with fees
Luxury Room, bed type unknown
C$ 292
nightly with fees
Superior Room, bed type unknown
C$ 304
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
C$ 246
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
C$ 270
nightly with fees
Superior Room, bed type unknown
C$ 304
nightly with fees
Superior Room, bed type unknown
C$ 252
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
C$ 376
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
C$ 429
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, 2 twin beds
C$ 255
nightly with fees
Luxury Room, 2 twin beds
C$ 297
nightly with fees
Superior Room, bed type unknown
C$ 346
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
C$ 277
nightly with fees
Superior Room, bed type unknown
C$ 406
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
C$ 299
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
C$ 366
nightly with fees
Luxury Room, bed type unknown
C$ 412
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
C$ 301
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
C$ 354
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
  • Snorkeling
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Bicycle rental
  • Tennis
  • Outdoor fireplace

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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 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
479 verified ratings
Wonderful
223
Very good
80
Good
69
Okay
27
Fair
25
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 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 10:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa

Low season

High season

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Average price (weekend night)

May
October
C$ 276
C$ 374
Cheapest month to stay with an average 29% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 80% 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 May and April.
  • 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 Wednesday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 224, while the most expensive was C$ 368.
  • 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, 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 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 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 downtown

Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

8.2
34.9 km
Zanzibar Intl
33.1 km

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