Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa

4.5 star property
Luxury resort on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Couples treatment rooms
Couples treatment rooms
Property entrance
Junior Suite, Beachfront | View from room

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • All inclusive
  • Bar
  • On private beach
  • Breakfast available
  • Gym
  • Pool

Explore the area

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Pingwe, Michamvi
  • Place, Pingwe Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Michamvi Kae Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Paje Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪74 min drive‬

Room options

Junior Suite, Beachfront

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Luxury Family Bungalow

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Superior Room with Garden view

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Villa Beachfront with private pool

  • 645 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Queen Room with Pool view

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Garden Room

  • Sleeps 3

Villa Beachfront with private pool

  • 1453 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room with Garden view

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Junior Suite Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

Cottage Room

  • Sleeps 4

Bondeni Room

  • Sleeps 3

Villas Pool Suite

  • Sleeps 6

Infinity Villas

  • Sleeps 2

Masai Room

  • Sleeps 3

Deluxe Queen Room With Pool View

  • Sleeps 3

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About the neighborhood

Michamvi

Located within a leisurely stroll of Pingwe Beach, Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa is within a few miles (5 km) of Michamvi Kae Beach. This 135-room, 4.5-star resort has a private beach, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants.

What's nearby

  • Pingwe Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Michamvi Kae Beach - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Paje Beach - 17 min drive - 11.1 miles
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 18 min drive - 12.3 miles
  • Jambiani Beach - 19 min drive - 12.7 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bali Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kae Beach Restoraunt - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Abdi’s Place - Best Restaurant In Zanzibar - ‬9 min drive
  • kae funk sunset beach bar
  • Zanzi Bar

About this property

Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa

Luxury resort on the beach, with outdoor pool
Guests of Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa have access to a private beach, a full-service spa, and an outdoor pool. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 75.00 per vehicle one-way. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, concierge services, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this beach resort include a children's pool, a gym, and outdoor tennis courts.
Guests can expect to find 32-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Minibars, coffee makers, and ceiling fans are also available.
A private beach, 2 outdoor tennis courts, and a health club are featured at the resort. An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Eatalian
  • Grand Bleu
  • Zanzi-Bar

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Beach volleyball
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1995
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 75.00 per vehicle (one-way)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 12:30 PM—-2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Some facilities may be restricted. For more details, contact the property. Contact information can be found on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Karafuu
Karafuu Beach Michamvi
Karafuu Hotel Beach Resort Michamvi
Karafuu Beach Resort Michamvi
Karafuu Beach Resort Spa
Karafuu Beach & Spa Michamvi
Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa Resort
Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa Michamvi
Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa Resort Michamvi

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa?

Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see near Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa?

This resort is located in Michamvi, just steps from Pingwe Beach. You'll also find Michamvi Kae Beach and Dongwe Beach within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the resort.

Is a spa located at Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include couples treatments and massages.

Does Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa feature a casino at the property?

No, Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa?

No, this resort doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa a good place to stay for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this resort, including a private beach and an outdoor pool plus some guestrooms feature private pools.

Does Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this resort.

Does Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa has 2 restaurants, and serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Will Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa.

Does Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa have connecting rooms?

No, this resort doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa?

The closest major airport to Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa is Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ), which is about 20.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa.