Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa | Resort in Pingwe

| 7.9 (221 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: Wellness Facilities, Private Beach, Ocean View, and several others. This is a 5 star rated property and has over 221 reviews with the average score of 7.9 . 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 FloatHomes.com 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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Off Pingwe Main Road, North, Pingwe, Tanzania

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

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
jacqueline
Aug 28, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
United Kingdom
Reviewer Type: Family With Children
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: I loved the surroundings of the whole of the resort, so many options of places to relax or eat we didn’t have time to go to all of them. The view of the beach was amazing, you could walk out onto the beach as far as you wanted. Definitely coming back
Negative: Very difficult to say what I didn’t like about it.
Summary: My stay at this resort with my family was welcoming, best customer service, safe and extremely fun. Great resort for fam
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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

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

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

General

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

Media & Technology

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

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

Bedroom

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

View

Garden view, Inner courtyard view, 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

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

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

General

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

Media & Technology

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

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

Bedroom

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

View

Garden view, Inner courtyard view, 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

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

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

General

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

Media & Technology

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

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

Bedroom

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

View

Garden view, Inner courtyard view, View, Sea 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

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

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

General

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

Media & Technology

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

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture, Private pool

Living Area

Sitting area, Sofa, Desk, Dining area

Bedroom

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

View

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

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Dining table

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

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

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

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

General

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

Media & Technology

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

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture

Living Area

Sitting area, Sofa, Desk, Dining area

Bedroom

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

View

Garden view, Inner courtyard view, View, Sea view

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Dining table

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

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

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

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

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

General

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

Media & Technology

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

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

Bedroom

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

View

Garden view, Inner courtyard view, 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

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

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

General

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

Media & Technology

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

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

Bedroom

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

View

Garden view, Inner courtyard view, 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

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

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

General

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

Media & Technology

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

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

Bedroom

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

View

Garden view, Inner courtyard view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Room Amenities

Feather pillow, Clothes rack

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

FAQ's

Is this Pingwe resort pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Pingwe resort?

Check-in time for Pingwe resort starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Pingwe resort have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Pingwe resort has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Pingwe resort?

Best-rates for the Pingwe resort starts from $199 per night with includes Private Beach, Ocean View, Fireplace/Heating, Bar, Entertainment, Breakfast, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Child Friendly, Designated Smoking Area, View, Accessibility, Spa, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry, Oceanfront, Security/Safety, Restaurant, Guest Services, Business Services, Sports/Activities, Air Conditioner, Pool, Wheelchair Accessible, Balcony/Terrace, Transportation/Shuttle, Wellness Facilities With all other amenities. Float Homes offers a wide range of floating homes, houseboats, and water chalets, ensuring each traveler finds their ideal water escape, whether planning a water getaway, a family vacation, or a pet-friendly retreat with the whole group.

Is Pingwe resort a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this resort 5 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the resort has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Pingwe resort wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Pingwe resort is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Pingwe resort?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Pingwe resort indicates 1 day stay policy at this resort. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Pingwe resort?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Pingwe resort are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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