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Located along a sandy, palm-fringed beach, Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa features three swimming pools and tennis courts, a spa, fitness center and floating restaurant. There is also a scuba diving center. The spacious, air-conditioned rooms and suites all come with a balcony and Zanzibari-style décor. They are equipped with a safety deposit box and mini-bar. Each private bathroom includes a hairdryer and shower. Guests can relax at SAMAWATI Spa, by the beach or in one of the swimming pools. They can also enjoy the games room, which offers billiards, table tennis, board games, darts and playing cards. There are three restaurants with a variety of buffet and a la carte menus. Tours and excursions can be arranged by the resort. Karafuu is just a 2-minute drive from Pingwe Village and 5 minutes’ drive from Kae Beach. Stone Town and Zanzibar International Airport are both 40 mi from the resort.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Activities:

Tennis court

Fitness center

Fishing


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
or
3 twin beds
2 twin beds
and
1 full bed
or
4 twin beds
2 twin beds
and
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1:
1 king bed
Bedroom 2:
1 king bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
1 full bed
and
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.7
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
7.8
Location
8.6
Free WiFi
7.3
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Reihane
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    Very nice hotel and staff you can find all our bay you want in this hotel the food is not bad they can do better
  • Siobhan
    United States of America United States of America
    People were very kind...shout out to Jay-Z brother!!!! Entertainment was wonderful
  • Samina
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I booked Sea facing room but they give me in middle Which I was not happy.

Area info

Resort facilities at Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular amenities
  • 3 swimming pools
  • Beachfront
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Spa
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Walk-in closet
View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • Private beach area
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Aerobics
    Off-site
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Live music/Performance
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
  • Movie nights
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Beach
  • Tennis equipment
    Additional charge
  • Evening entertainment
  • Kids' club
    Additional charge
  • Entertainment staff
  • Snorkeling
    Additional charge
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Darts
  • Ping-pong
  • Pool table
  • Playground
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tennis court
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Transportation
  • Public transit tickets
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Strollers
  • Baby safety gates
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Business center
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Mosquito net
  • Wake-up service
  • Private entrance
  • Car rental
  • Packed lunches
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Suit press
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
3 swimming pools
Pool 1 – outdoorFree!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Saltwater pool
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Pool bar
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Pool 2 – outdoorFree!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Saltwater pool
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Pool bar
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Pool 3 – outdoorAdditional charge
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Saltwater pool
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
  • Kids' pool
  • Personal trainer
  • Fitness classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Fitness
  • Full-body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples' massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Spa facilities
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Public Bath
    Additional charge
  • Massage
  • Spa
    Additional charge
  • Fitness center
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • French
  • Italian
  • Swahili

House rules

Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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FAQs about Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa

  • Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa is 0.6 miles from the center of Pingwe. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa include:

    • Triple
    • Quad
    • Suite
    • Villa
    • Double

  • The prices at Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Yes, Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Fitness center
    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Playground
    • Pool table
    • Snorkeling
    • Ping-pong
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Tennis court
    • Darts
    • Evening entertainment
    • Beachfront
    • Kids' club
    • Foot massage
    • Happy hour
    • Private beach area
    • Movie nights
    • Fitness
    • Aerobics
    • Spa facilities
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Full-body massage
    • Beach
    • Back massage
    • Themed dinners
    • Fitness classes
    • Live music/Performance
    • Bicycle rental
    • Personal trainer
    • Head massage
    • Swimming pool
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Public Bath
    • Yoga classes
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Tennis equipment
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Entertainment staff
    • Neck massage
    • Couples' massage
    • Hand massage