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Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa
5 stars

Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa

Pingwe, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Zanzibar, Tanzania
See location+255 777 413 647
From
£51
Cheapest

rate per night

8.1
Very good
based on 455 reviews
455 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Superior room
£51
Standard Room
£66
Deluxe room
£75
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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.

Rating
8.1
Very good
Based on 455 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa

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Luxury Room
bed type unknown
£134
bed type unknown
£143
bed type unknown
£145
Superior room
1 queen bed
£51
bed type unknown
£74
bed type unknown
£75
Executive room
bed type unknown
£342
bed type unknown
£342
Queen room
2 queen beds
£501
Double room
bed type unknown
£100
bed type unknown
£133
bed type unknown
£135
Deluxe room
bed type unknown
£75
bed type unknown
£82
bed type unknown
£111
Standard Room
bed type unknown
£66
bed type unknown
£129
bed type unknown
£194
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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.
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Amenities at Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa

  • 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 of Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa

8.1
Very good
455 verified ratings
Wonderful
202
Very good
76
Good
74
Okay
26
Fair
25
Mediocre
18
Poor
34

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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 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

November

High season

January

Average price (weeknight)

£129

Average price (weekend night)

£200
Cheapest month to stay with an average 55% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 37% 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 November 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 Wednesday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £121, while the most expensive was £133.
  • How long should you stay at Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 8 days.
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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 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 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 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

Value for money

7.4

Distance to city centre

21.7 mi

Nearest airport

Zanzibar Intl

Distance to airport

20.6 mi

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