With architecture and décor in the traditional Zanzibar style, this is an incredible value for money, well established hotel in a secluded area on the island’s east coast, about a 50 minute drive from the airport and Stone Town. Hands-on and attentive management, 4 restaurants, daily entertainment, a PADI dive school, 3 large pools, swim up bars and a scenic Spa with a Jacuzzi pool complete the picture.
Overview
LOCATION
South East Coast.
ACCOMMODATION
All room categories at Karafuu are single storey units located on the ground floor.
Garden Rooms
The garden rooms are at the top of the slope in the lush tropical gardens.All have easy access to the long stretch of beach.
Bondeni Pool Rooms
Located inside the “Bondeni area” which includes a pool restaurant, pool bar and air conditioned fitness centre. Rooms are situated at the top of the slope in the lush tropical gardens all facing the Bondeni swimming pool.
Masai Pool Rooms
These rooms are located around the Masai swimming pool close to the botanic garden and are furnished in typical Masai style
Cottage Rooms
The Cottage Rooms are situated on a gentle slope behind the Junior Suites in the second row and most offer a partial sea view through the lush palm treetops.
Junior Suites
The Junior Suites are situated along the beachfront under a beautiful palm grove or on a small hill.
All sea facing with spectacular front sea views.
Suites
Situated along the beachfront under a beautiful palm grove with a spectacular view.
Infinity Villas
The private and spacious Infinity Villas enjoy a prime beachfront location. Features include a fabulous shower for two, a solarium and your very own pool which stretches the entire length of the villa.
ROOM FACILITIES
- Air conditioning
- Ceiling fan
- Mosquito nets
- TV
- Mini bar
- Telephone
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Hair dryer
- Electronic safe
- Veranda
DINING
Meal Plan
The resort operates on a Half Board basis with the option to upgrade to All Inclusive
All Inclusive includes:
- Breakfast in the main restaurant or the Bondeni Restaurant.
- Lunch in the main restaurant or the Bondeni Restaurant.
- Dinner in the main restaurant or the Bondeni Restaurant.
- Meals will be served buffet and/or a la carte at the hotel’s discretion.
- Drinks including American coffee, tea, water, soft drinks, juices, all non-alcoholic cocktails, house wines, beer, alcoholic cocktails with Konyagi and non-branded spirits (10h00 – 00h00).
- Afternoon tea, coffee and pastries
- Aqua gym, beach volley, table tennis, darts and indoor games, tennis court (equipment and court lighting not included), pool table, evening animation and petanque)
- One free trial dive in the pool.
Kijiji Restaurant
The main restaurant with sea view terrace, serving generous international theme buffets.
Open for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Bondeni Fusion Grill Restaurant
Located at the Bondeni Pool, ideal for grill specialties and fusion dishes.
Open for Dinner.
Le Grand Bleu Restaurant
Seafood specialities.
À la carte dinner restaurant with a breathtaking ocean view, perfect for a romantic gourmet dinner overlooking the moonlit beach.
Open for Dinner.
Masai Village
Located within a perfectly reproduced African village, the Masai Village offers traditional Swahili and Masai dinners with folkloristic dance performances.
Open for Dinner.
Swim Up Bars
These can be found in the Bondeni, Masai and Main pools. Sip an exotic long drink while sitting on underwater bar stools.
Open for Drinks.
Zanzi…Bar
The main cocktail bar & Shisha lounge area where evenings continue with tropical cocktails and soft music on a scenic veranda.
Open for Drinks and Shisha.
SPA
The Samawati Spa is one of the highlights.
Right above the cliff, on top of the white sandy beach, you’ll find the tranquil world of Samawati Spa with private ocean view treatment rooms and a private sundeck.
Wi-Fi
Complimentary throughout the resort
WATERSPORTS & ACTIVITIES (* some at a supplement)
- 3 Swimming pools plus pool at the Spa
- 2 Floodlit tennis courts
- Fitness centre
- Volleyball
- Aerobics
- Scuba diving (PADI)
- Babysitting *
- Boutique
- 2 Conference rooms
- Games room
- Pool table
- Darts
- Board games
- Table tennis
The information in this Fact Sheet is correct as at January 2025 and is subject to change without prior notice.
Trip Highlights
- Great stretch of beach
- Value for money
- Swimming available even at low tide
- Twice a week Masai experience