Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa | Resort in Pingwe

| 8.1 (207 Reviews) |  9 Bathrooms  28 Guests
Pingwe Resort | Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa

Resort in Pingwe

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.

Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa is located in Pingwe.

This 122 Bedrooms Resort is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Business Services, Spa, Breakfast, and several others. This is a 5 star rated property and has over 207 reviews with the average score of 8.1 . Coming to Pingwe and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Resort for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 122 Bedrooms Resort if you want to learn more about this place in Pingwe. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa in Pingwe is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Resort, please let us know.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Pool
Designated Smoking Area
View
Wheelchair Accessible
Private Beach
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Accessibility
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Business Services
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Spa
Fireplace/Heating
Restaurant
Bar
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Restaurant
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Bar
  • Kids' meals
  • Fruit
  • Snack bar
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
Activities
  • Neck massage
  • Snorkeling
  • Cycling
  • Full-body massage
  • Fitness center
  • Aerobics
  • Tennis equipment
  • Beach
  • Head massage
  • Fitness
  • Private beach area
  • Live music/Performance
  • Massage
  • Darts
  • Pool table
  • Beachfront
  • Spa
  • Public Bath
  • Fitness classes
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Happy hour
  • Back massage
  • Entertainment staff
  • Personal trainer
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Movie nights
  • Couples' massage
  • Foot massage
  • Themed dinners
  • Tennis court
  • Evening entertainment
  • Spa facilities
  • Hand massage
  • Diving
  • Ping-pong
  • Yoga classes
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Fishing
  • Kids' club
  • Playground
  • Spa/Wellness packages
Entertainment
  • Indoor play area
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Baby safety gates
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Safe
Guest Services
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Shuttle service
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Currency exchange
  • Concierge
  • Airport shuttle
  • Express check-in/out
  • Packed lunches
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Private check-in/out
  • Strollers
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Car rental
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Business center
  • Lockers
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Baggage storage
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Suit press
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Internet
  • Wifi
Outdoors
  • Terrace
  • Sun deck
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor pool (year-round)
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
Security/Safety
  • Key access
  • Smoke alarms
  • Fire extinguishers
  • 24-hour security
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Security alarm
  • CCTV outside property
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Breakfast to-go containers
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Delivered food covered securely
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • First aid kits available
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
Spa
  • Saltwater pool
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Pool bar
  • Kids' pool
  • Swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas
Transportation/Shuttle
  • Airport drop-off
  • Public transit tickets
  • Airport pickup

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

Reviews

Value for money:
7.44
Location:
8.74
Staff:
8.44
Facilities:
8.28
Comfort:
8.59
Cleanliness:
8.5
Adam
Dec 14, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
South Africa
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: business
Positive: Luxury living in a real paradise. Friendly staff, immaculate rooms. Beautifully located.
Negative: The beach traders/harassers.
Summary: The ultimate white sand turquoise water location. Amazing recharge.
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Superior Room with Garden View
Room Type: Triple
Room Size: 45 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
3 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Conditioner, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Toilet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Private bathroom, Body soap, Shower, Towels, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Walk-in shower, Shower cap

General

Key access, Fan, Lockers, Interconnecting room(s) available, Private entrance, Mosquito net, Trash cans, Fire extinguisher, Suit press, Air conditioning, Safe, Smoke Alarm

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Telephone, TV, Cable channels, Satellite channels

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Linens, Walk-in closet, Wardrobe or closet

View

View, Inner courtyard view, Garden view

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Feather pillow, Clothes rack

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Layout

Window
Luxury Family Bungalow
Room Type: Quad
Room Size: 60 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed
4 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Conditioner, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Toilet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Private bathroom, Body soap, Shower, Towels, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Walk-in shower, Shower cap

General

Key access, Fan, Lockers, Interconnecting room(s) available, Private entrance, Mosquito net, Trash cans, Fire extinguisher, Suit press, Air conditioning, Safe, Smoke Alarm

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Telephone, TV, Cable channels, Satellite channels

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Linens, Walk-in closet, Wardrobe or closet

View

View, Inner courtyard view, Garden view

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Feather pillow, Clothes rack

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Layout

Window
Junior Suite BeachFront
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 60 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Junior Suite BeachFront

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Conditioner, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Toilet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Private bathroom, Body soap, Shower, Towels, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Walk-in shower, Shower cap

General

Key access, Fan, Lockers, Private entrance, Mosquito net, Trash cans, Fire extinguisher, Suit press, Air conditioning, Safe, Smoke Alarm

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Telephone, TV, Cable channels, Satellite channels

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Linens, Walk-in closet, Wardrobe or closet

View

View, Sea view, Inner courtyard view, Garden view

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Feather pillow, Clothes rack

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Layout

Window
Villa with Private Pool
Room Type: Villa
Room Size: 120 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
1 King bed(s) Bed
1 Sofa bed Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Guest bathroom, Conditioner, Bathtub, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Toilet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Private bathroom, Body soap, Shower, Towels, Bathrobe, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Walk-in shower, Shower cap

General

Key access, Fan, Lockers, Interconnecting room(s) available, Private entrance, Mosquito net, Trash cans, Fire extinguisher, Suit press, Air conditioning, Safe, Smoke Alarm

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Telephone, TV, Cable channels, Satellite channels

Outdoors

Private pool, Balcony, Outdoor furniture

Living Area

Sofa, Sitting area, Desk, Dining area

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Linens, Walk-in closet, Wardrobe or closet

View

Pool view, Sea view, Garden view, View, Inner courtyard view

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Dining table, Electric kettle

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Drying rack for clothing, Feather pillow, Sofa bed, Socket near the bed, Clothes rack

Pool and Spa

Pool towels, Pool with a view

Layout

Window
Executive Suite Beachfront
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 70 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Conditioner, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Toilet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Private bathroom, Body soap, Shower, Towels, Bathrobe, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Walk-in shower, Shower cap

General

Key access, Fan, Lockers, Private entrance, Mosquito net, Trash cans, Fire extinguisher, Suit press, Air conditioning, Safe, Smoke Alarm

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Telephone, TV, Cable channels, Satellite channels

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture

Living Area

Sofa, Sitting area, Desk, Dining area

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Linens, Walk-in closet, Wardrobe or closet

View

View, Sea view, Inner courtyard view, Garden view

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Dining table, Electric kettle

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Sofa bed, Drying rack for clothing, Clothes rack, Feather pillow

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Layout

Window
Deluxe Queen Room with Pool View
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 60 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Conditioner, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Toilet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Private bathroom, Body soap, Shower, Towels, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Walk-in shower, Shower cap

General

Key access, Fan, Lockers, Private entrance, Mosquito net, Trash cans, Fire extinguisher, Suit press, Air conditioning, Safe, Smoke Alarm

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Telephone, TV, Cable channels, Satellite channels

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Linens, Walk-in closet, Wardrobe or closet

View

View, Inner courtyard view, Garden view, Pool view

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Feather pillow, Clothes rack

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Layout

Window
Villa - Beach Front
Room Type: Villa
Room Size: 135 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Villa - Beach Front

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Conditioner, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Toilet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Private bathroom, Body soap, Shower, Towels, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Walk-in shower, Shower cap

General

Key access, Fan, Lockers, Private entrance, Mosquito net, Trash cans, Fire extinguisher, Suit press, Air conditioning, Safe, Smoke Alarm

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Telephone, TV, Cable channels, Satellite channels

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Linens, Walk-in closet, Wardrobe or closet

View

View, Inner courtyard view, Garden view

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Room Amenities

Feather pillow, Clothes rack

Pool and Spa

Pool towels
Superior Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 45 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
1 Sofa bed Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Conditioner, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Toilet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Private bathroom, Body soap, Shower, Towels, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Walk-in shower, Shower cap

General

Key access, Fan, Lockers, Private entrance, Mosquito net, Trash cans, Fire extinguisher, Suit press, Air conditioning, Safe, Smoke Alarm

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Telephone, TV, Cable channels, Satellite channels

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Linens, Walk-in closet, Wardrobe or closet

View

View, Inner courtyard view, Garden view

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Room Amenities

Feather pillow, Clothes rack

Pool and Spa

Pool towels
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