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About the Hotel

Off Pingwe Main Road, North, Pingwe, Tanzania
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Near the beach
Great
8.4
7.3
/10
3.9
4.0
/5

Located 10 minutes' drive from Chwaka Bay, Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa Pingwe offers 2 outdoor tennis courts. This resort provides 24-hour reception and wake-up calls and also has a health club and a swimming pool.

Location

Pingwe centre can be reached within 10 minutes' walk. The proximity to Pwani Mchangani, which 30 km away, offers benefits to guests.

Karafuu bus stop is located nearby, just a few steps from this 5-star hotel.

Rooms

The rooms at the property have blackout drapes, a trouser press, and climate control. Some of them comprise a dressing area and a dining area, appointed with a writing table. Along with a minibar fridge, coffee and tea makers, they also have a flat-screen TV with satellite channels to keep you entertained.

Eat & Drink

There is a poolside bar on site. It overlooks the poolside.

Leisure & Business

The Karafuu has access to a private beach featuring umbrellas and beach towels. This hotel offers snorkelling, lawn tennis, and cycling as well as a sundeck, a diving school, and a picnic area.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the nearby Jozani Forest to see the rare red colobus monkeys.
  • Try the delicious Zanzibari biryani at Foodie's Cafe in Stone Town.
  • Discover the spice markets of Stonetown for a sensory adventure.
  • Take a sunset dhow cruise for stunning views of the Indian Ocean.
  • Explore the rich history at the Palace Museum for cultural insights.
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Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Superior Room Garden View
2 persons
485 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Balcony
Luxury Family Bungalow
2 persons
650 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Balcony
Superior Double Room
2 persons
485 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Balcony
Deluxe Queen Room Pool View
2 persons
650 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Balcony
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Facilities

Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.1/10Review score

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Private beach
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Currency exchange
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Cycling
  • Tennis court
  • Billiard tables
  • Darts
  • Table tennis
  • Yoga class
  • Sports trainer
  • Aerobics
  • Fishing

Guest Parking

  • Shared kitchen
  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Snack bar
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Dinner
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Playpen
  • Baby pushchair
  • Board games
  • Children's menu
  • Children's pool
  • Children's play area
  • Kids club

Spa & Leisure

  • Saltwater pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Public Bath

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Shared kitchen
  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa Location

Off Pingwe Main Road, North, Pingwe, Tanzania
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Off Pingwe Main Road, North, Pingwe, Tanzania
Restaurants
Karafuu Hotel Beach Resort Restaurant
300 ft
PO Box 71
Ras Michamvi Restaurant
200 ft
Restaurant
Getting around
City Centre
Pingwe8 min  ·  2000 ft
Airports
Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)97 min  ·  40.0 mi
Julius Nyerere Airport (DAR)133 min  ·  55.1 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:59
Check-out
until 10 am
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.
Breakfast
The hotel Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa provides visitors with a free full breakfast. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Spanish, Italian, Swahili
Number of rooms:
122

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 69 verified reviews
7.8/10
Very good
75%
Recommend
Breakfast
8.1/10
Cleanliness
8.3/10
Comfort
8.5/10
Facilities
8.1/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.2/10
Location
8.5/10
Paid Wi-Fi
7.5/10
Staff
8.5/10
Value for money
7.4/10
Guest reviews
based on 188 reviews
8.4/10
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