Karamba

Property class: 3.5

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Consider a stay at Karamba and take advantage of free continental breakfast, an art gallery on site, and designer stores on site. With a beachfront location, beachfront dining, and beach yoga, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a deep-tissue massage or other spa services. The on-site local and international cuisine fine-dining restaurant, MISUNU, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and al fresco dining. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a garden, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

Room options

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A traditional thatched-roof building with a patio area, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained lawn.

Family Villa, Multiple Beds, Smoking, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 93 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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A stone-walled room with a bed under a canopy, a small table, and a wicker chair.

Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A room with a bed under a white canopy, a wooden ladder, and a staircase.

Economy Duplex, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 70 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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A room with a bed under a mosquito net, a sofa, and a small table with a lamp.

Family Bungalow, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A room with two wooden beds, one with a canopy and the other without.

Comfort Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A bed with a canopy, pillows, a bedside table, a window with patterned curtains, and a wall with a decorative tapestry.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A room with two beds, each with a canopy, a wooden floor, and a rug.

Classic Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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A four-poster bed with a canopy, a bedside table, and a chair.

Comfort Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A bed with a canopy, a bedside table, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Family Duplex, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 84 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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A bed with a canopy, a wooden headboard, a blue patterned pillow, and a white bedspread.

Family Duplex, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 93 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A bedroom with a bed covered by a white canopy, a bathroom visible through an open door, and a painting on the wall.

Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A beach with lounge chairs, a thatched umbrella, and a view of the ocean.

Honeymoon Room

  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A thatched-roof bungalow with a wooden deck, two lounge chairs, a table, and a bench.

Panoramic Cabin

  • Ocean view
  • 90 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Kizimkazi, Karamba is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Jambiani Beach and Paje Beach. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. Visit our Kizimkazi travel guide
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Zanzibar South Region, Kizimkazi, Karamba

What's nearby

  • A traditional wooden boat on clear turquoise water.
    Jambiani Beach
    30 min drive - 27.9 km
  • Kizimkazi Dimbani Mosque
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dimbani Beach
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Salaam Cave Aquarium
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Paje Beach
    40 min drive - 38.7 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ)
    95 min drive

Restaurants

  • Kipepo Pool Bar
    61 min drive
  • Sarabi
    4 min drive
  • Juice Bar
    4 min drive
  • Dining room, The Residence
    61 min drive
  • Jetty - The Residence
    15 min drive

About this property

Karamba

  • Hotel in a rural location
  • Consider a stay at Karamba and take advantage of free continental breakfast, an art gallery on site, and designer stores on site. With a beachfront location, beachfront dining, and beach yoga, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a deep-tissue massage or other spa services. The on-site local and international cuisine fine-dining restaurant, MISUNU, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and al fresco dining. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.
  • Other perks include:
    • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers
    • Free self parking
    • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a front-desk safe
    • Multilingual staff, a porter/bellhop, and wedding services
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as furnished lanais and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like separate sitting areas and internet access.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Private yards and separate sitting areas
    • Ceiling fans, daily housekeeping, and electrical adapters/chargers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Wired internet (USD 2 per day)
  • 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

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • MISUNU

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Beach yoga
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Designer stores
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • In-room massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free

Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night
  • Airport shuttle transfer per adult: USD 50 (one-way)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for in-room wired internet: USD 2 per day (rates may vary)
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Does Karamba have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Karamba pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Karamba?

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Karamba?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Karamba provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 50 per vehicle applies.

Where is Karamba located?

Located in Kizimkazi, this beachfront hotel is in a regional park and within a 10-minute walk of Kizimkazi Dimbani Mosque and Dimbani Beach. Kizimkazi Beach and Salaam Cave Aquarium are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Karamba Reviews

8.0

Very Good

9.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 8 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right on the beach, staff is impeccable and food is great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Séjour de 9 jours à Karamba Resort et on ne regrette absolument pas. Logement sans être luxueux bien suffisant pour venir se reposer des visites et activités de journée et environnement merveilleux. Tout invite à la relaxation donc pas d’activité festive le soir mais cela ne nous a pas manqué. Personnel très aimable. La piscine est super aussi.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the location of the property, a little piece of paradise. People were very kind and helpful. Food was very good!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Due to Corona things are still ultra quiet in Zanzibar, so Jemma gave us a free upgrade to her best rooms, right at the beach. Beautiful! Service was great, excursions were wonderful.Especially the 'blue safari' was a delight. I wish I was still there 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Buono il cibo. Personale cordiale. Tramonti mozzafiato
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020